Rare, foul-smelling plant at Virginia Tech this week Bob Clark August 24, 2015 1 min read If you plan on visiting Virginia Tech’s campus this week, be prepared to hold your nose if you venture into a certain area as an unusual plant makes its unmistakable bloom. WFIR’s Bob Clark has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Saved for now, Sweet Briar College looks for a long-term fixNext: New Roanoke County school superintendent starts first year Related Stories 1 min read Adult cannabis retail system set to move from studies to implementation Ian Price November 17, 2025 1 min read Veteran Ken Mitchell announces campaign for 6th District Democratic nomination Clark Palmer November 17, 2025 1 min read Roanoke Symphony Orchestra launches school arts funding campaign to honor the late Rita Bishop Gene Marrano November 17, 2025