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 Darius Rucker to perform at Elmwood Park in June Web Staff April 3, 2026 RPD Arrests Man in Southwest Gas Station Armed Robbery Clark Palmer April 3, 2026 Roanoke County enters spring with return of community favorite events Web Staff April 3, 2026