The Change Blacksburg Kneads

“There’s a gap between what people need and what they’re getting from local leadership.

Residents feel unheard. Business owners face unnecessary roadblocks. And more and more people tell me they’re not even sure who’s representing them.

I believe leadership means listening, showing up, and doing the work—even when no one’s looking. I’m here to take on a larger role to support a community that has supported me for decades.”

-Pete Macedo