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Caleb Johnston: From Scholarship Recipient to Assistant Project Manager  Scholarships do more than provide financial support. They open doors to opportunities, relieve burdens, and help students pursue their dreams. Every year, the New River Valley Home Builders Association and Building Futures Foundation awards scholarships to students across the New River Valley who want to further…

Building Futures: EMHS Students Construct Outdoor Classroom from the Ground Up  For the previous two years, the Eastern Montgomery High School Materials and Processes Technology class has been constructing an outdoor classroom. Taught by Marc Eaton, the students completed the project in two phases and received our Constructing Careers grants both years to aid the…

Constructing Careers Grant Aids Elementary School Production of “Inside Out” It is more apparent now than ever before the need for children to learn about careers in construction. As the ratio of retirees to those entering the workforce becomes increasingly disproportionate, it is vital that we continue to advocate and educate people on the trades…

Supporting the Plumbing Trade in the New River Valley CMC Supply has supported plumbers, builders and contractors in the New River Valley since opening its Christiansburg location in 2004. Whether the job involves new residential construction, a remodeling project, a commercial installation or an urgent repair, CMC provides a comprehensive selection of plumbing products to…

TOUCH-A-TRUCK NRV 2026 GENERATES IMMENSE COMMUNITY SUPPORT The New River Valley Home Builders Association (NRVHBA) organized its 11th annual Touch-A-Truck NRV event on Saturday, August 15th from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Uptown Christiansburg.  The NRVHBA strives to spread awareness about careers in construction through events and workforce development. Through the annual Touch-A-Truck NRV,…

10 Reasons to Register for IBS 2027 in September There is something for everyone at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), the premier event for the residential construction industry. IBS 2027 takes place Feb 2–4 in Las Vegas, bringing together tens of thousands of industry professionals, 1,700+ leading manufacturers and suppliers and the ideas shaping what’s next in…

Hands-On Learning at the NRV Future Builders Academy The first NRV Future Builders Academy Carpentry Camp is a wrap, and what a great week it was! Thirteen students joined us for a week of learning, building, and getting a closer look at the construction industry. The week started with jobsite safety and tool overviews before…

Landon Bell: From Scholarship Recipient to Superintendent   As labor shortages persist in the construction industry, one challenge has become increasingly urgent: finding skilled workers. To shed light on this issue, we spoke with Landon Bell, a young professional in the construction industry, and a superintendent at Branch Builds, to hear his background, vision, and…

Gen Z Builds New Careers in Construction The cost of goods and services has risen. Now more than ever, it is critical for individuals to maintain a steady, well-paying career. One industry that offers many rewarding career paths and needs qualified professionals is the residential construction industry. Gen Z, those born between mid-1990s and the…

Should You Buy a New or Existing Home? A home is one of the most significant purchases a person will make in their lifetime. There is no question that the cost of purchasing a home has been challenging recently. Yet, despite some affordability hurdles, many individuals continue to buy a house to invest in their future.  There are many important decisions to…