Headlines from across the state: New Virginia Tech AD White hires chief strategy officer; more …

Virginia Tech's new Athletic Director, White, has made a strategic move by hiring a chief strategy officer to help steer the program forward. This hire underscores a focus on long-term planning and operational efficiency within the athletic department. Meanwhile, local infrastructure improvements are in the works with the Virginia 151 intersection set to receive funding for upgrades. Additionally, Virginia Wesleyan College has rebranded as Batten University, signaling a new chapter in its institutional identity, while Mary Baldwin faces probation due to financial issues that threaten its accreditation. These developments highlight both strategic shifts in higher education and ongoing community infrastructure projects.