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Virginia Tech prepares for 3.2 for 32 Run in Remembrance weekend
BLACKSBURG, Va. – April 16, 2024, will mark 17 years since the Virginia Tech shooting that killed 32 people. This weekend, the school is holding its annual 3.2 for 32 Run in Remembrance to remember those killed.
“On the weekend closest to April 16th, we always take that time to pause, reflect, and remember the lives that were taken from us many years ago,” said Mark Owczarski, spokesperson for Virginia Tech.
Every year, Virginia Tech hosts their 3.2 for 32 Run in Remembrance.
This year, it is set for Saturday, April 13, and it is not too late to get involved.
“They can sign up right until the moment,” Owczarski said.
Each year, thousands line Virginia Tech’s campus to run or walk 3.2 miles for the 32 people killed on April 16, 2007.
“Looking back, and remembering the tragedy and those lives lost, we also learned something very important, which is we need each other to get us through the darkest of times,” Owczarski said.
This year, the start is a little different where it will begin at Patton Hall, but it will still wind through all parts of campus, and end at the April 16th Memorial.
“In the hours that followed our tragedy in 2007, people came and gathered at the Drillfield,” said Owczarski. “It’s why the memorial is there today.”
Ahead of the race, if you are already signed up and ordered a shirt, you can pick it up early to avoid some of the crowds.
“It brings out people all over the place,” said Owczarski. “We get thousands of people running it.”
After the run, the day is not over either. There is the annual spring football game, and it’s family weekend.
“It’s fun,” said Owczarski. “It’s electric. It’s great to have and it’ll be fun to see on Saturday.”
If you would like to participate in the run, you still can — you don’t have to sign up, but they do encourage it.
You can find more information here.
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Four new trollies will join the VB Wave Trolley fleet beginning May 10, when Virginia Beach Wave Trolley will resume its seasonal service along the oceanfront.
Trolley season lasts through September 25-27 for the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival.
A total of 14 new trollies will be part of the fleet this year, gradually replacing the older versions. The 29-foot trolley replica buses seat 29 people and feature wooden seats, with “sky-blue and sand-colored brown exterior,” according to Hampton Roads Transit (HRTS). Last year, 281,507 riders used the trolley system.
“This year marks the 42nd season of the VB Wave trolley, and these new trollies will provide a comfortable, safe, and efficient ride for visitors and locals alike,” William E. Harrell said. He is the president and CEO of HRT. “As part of our partnership with the city of Virginia Beach, the VB Wave makes it easy for everyone to visit attractions and explore the Oceanfront and beyond without the hassles of parking or the high cost of gas,” Harrell said.
The following routes will operate May 10 through Sept. 27 for the Neptune Festival:
Route 30 is the Atlantic Avenue Trolley, running along the Oceanfront between JT’s Grommet Island Park to Fortieth Street. This service operates daily from 8 a.m.- 2 a.m.
Route 31 is the aquarium and campground trolley along General Booth Boulevard. It runs daily from 9:30 a.m.-11:10 p.m. through Labor Day and again on Fridays through Sundays from Sept. 11 through Sept. 27. Route 31 also extends to Atlantic Avenue and 18th Street.
Route 35 is the Bayfront Bus, providing service between Parks Avenue and 19th Street and Shore Drive and Pleasure House Road, enabling customers to visit Chesapeake Bay beaches, First Landing State Park, and Bayfront restaurants. It operates daily from 8 a.m.-12:30 a.m. through Labor Day and then Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only from Sept. 11 through the Sept. 27 festival
The VB Wave trolley connects to HRT bus lines, Routes 20 and 960, with access to the Newtown Road Light Rail Station and the Downtown Norfolk Transit Center.
Fares are $2 one way or $4.50 for an all-day pass. Kids 17 and under ride free with a paying adult. Riders can pay for tickets using HRT’s GoMobile app and a credit card. Riders can create and manage multiple virtual cards and reload value for easy group boarding, and need to have a unique scannable virtual card for boarding. Children are not required to scan a virtual card or pay fare when boarding with an adult.
Customers can also tap to pay using credit and debit cards. KOA Campground, Virginia Gift Shop, nine Sunsations locations, and Ocean Wave Gift Shop sell tickets. Riders can also pay with exact change cash onboard the trolley.
In addition, HRT is introducing a new route in Virginia Beach beginning May 10. The new Route 981 will connect the Amazon Fulfillment Center (ORF 4) at 1795 Dam Neck Road with the Downtown Norfolk Transit Center.
Route 33 service is being restored to Atlantic Avenue and 68th Street 365 days a year to support the oceanfront hospitality industry.
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