Turkeys head to Blacksburg after Presidential Pardon Ian Price November 22, 2016 1 minute read The turkey pardoned by President Barack Obama will live out its days at Virginia Tech. Where visitors can see the bird – and its alternate – up close. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: Share: Post navigation Previous: McDonnell in Lynchburg as supporters contribute to his legal defense fundNext: Interpreter services for victims of crimes to be provided Related Stories Virginia Creeper Trail bringing millions to SWVA pre-Helene, VT Report Reads Emma Thomas March 12, 2026 0 General Assembly approves assault weapons ban as legislative session winds down Clark Palmer March 11, 2026 0 Two plays open this weekend; 9 to 5 continues at MMT and two high schools combine forces for Cinderella – the Musical Gene Marrano March 11, 2026 0