Tech will persevere
The news that two Loudoun students were among those suffering from injuries sustained in a gas leak at an off-campus apartment at Virginia Tech makes one wonder what else will befall Hokieland.
Today (Aug. 20) is the first day of classes, and security is at the forefront in Blacksburg.
Many Loudouners attend Tech. It's one of our "hometown" colleges. There's something about Hokie pride, whether it's on the football field or in everyday life.
We wrote this after the shootings in April, but we'll write it again. Any current or former Hokie should realize that America is on your side. We can only hope that healing comes with time.