Franklin gets Beamer’s “blessing” before taking VT coaching job Web Staff November 21, 2025 1 minute read It’s been a busy few days for Virginia Tech’s new head football coach since arriving in Blacksburg. But before he ever put his signature on paper, he spoke with one of the greats of Hokie football. WFIR’s Conner Arthur has that story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Roanoke City Police partner with US Marshals Service for warrant operationNext: Rescue Mission’s 20th annual Drumstick Dash returns on Thanksgiving Day Related Stories Blue Ridge Marathon, Down by Downtown music fest preview Gene Marrano April 15, 2026 Roanoke Rambler owner cancels interview after claiming costs exceed revenue Ian Price April 15, 2026 Virginia lawmakers push back on Gov. Spanberger’s cannabis amendments Ian Price April 15, 2026
