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 1 minute read Del. Sam Rasoul Files Legislation to Expand Affordable Housing Availability in Roanoke City Clark Palmer January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Flu cases peaked locally around Christmas Gene Marrano January 7, 2026 0 1 minute read Five years after Jan. 6, former Virginia congresswoman speaks out Web Staff January 7, 2026 0
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:
