Sen. Warner weighs-in on an upcoming regional tech competition Emma Thomas June 16, 2023 1 minute read Photo: Mark Warner Facebook page. As Virginia Tech is named a semi-finalist in the National Science Foundation’s new innovation competition, one of Virginia’s U.S. Senators calls attention to another competition that could bring new jobs to the state. WFIR’s Emma Thomas has details: Share: Post navigation Previous: How will Trump indictment impact GOP presidential field?Next: Street renamed for civil rights leader who “troubled the waters.” Related Stories Trump unharmed as shooting interrupts White House correspondents’ dinner Ian Price April 25, 2026 Lynchburg to host grand opening of new concert venue today Web Staff April 24, 2026 Whit Babcock announces retirement from athletics director role at Virginia Tech Clark Palmer April 23, 2026