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Governor's Honor Awards nominees and winner	Virginia Tech had nine employees and two teams nominated for this year’s Governor's Honor Awards. One Virginia Tech employee was selected as a winner in the category of Creative Customer Service Category. Congratulations to Joe Griffitts, director of Hokie Passport Services, part of the Division of Finance.	Date: 12/16/2020
Health district stresses holiday caution as first COVID-19 vaccine arrives	“There will not be a significant dent in this pandemic anytime soon,” said Noelle Bissell, medical director of the New River Health District.	Date: 12/16/2020
From President Tim Sands: Thank you for your outstanding work this year	2020 will be remembered for challenges the likes of which have not been seen for generations. The year will also be remembered for the way we met those challenges. We developed thoughtful and pragmatic plans, adapted to changing circumstances, and safely served the needs of the community while maintaining a focus on our mission.	Date: 12/15/2020
Team of Hokie alumni, fans creates mobile tool to help boost Blacksburg's economy	No spectators and no tailgating at football games this season drove 12 Virginia Tech alumni and fans to create Localyte, an app through which people can purchase gift cards at participating Blacksburg businesses.	Date: 12/14/2020
COVID-19 tips from Coach Mike Young	Virginia Tech Men's Basketball Coach Mike Young reminds Hokies to #BeCommittedBeWell and not let their guard down in the fight against COVID-19.	Date: 12/11/2020