Radford, Independent city in Virginia, United States.
The New River flows through Radford, which sits at an elevation of 641 meters in the western part of Virginia near the Appalachian Mountains.
Radford emerged as a settlement in 1887 near the New River crossing of Wilderness Road, establishing itself as an independent administrative division in Virginia.
Radford University, founded in 1910, shapes the city's identity with its 211-acre campus, serving approximately 10,700 students through various academic programs.
The city provides comprehensive municipal services including water utilities, waste collection, and maintains a local business directory for residents.
The Division of Finance at Radford University coordinates state budget requests while managing financial resources according to federal regulations.
Location: Virginia
Inception: 1887
Elevation above the sea: 641 m
Shares border with: Pulaski County, Montgomery County
Website: http://radford.va.us
GPS coordinates: 37.12759,-80.56952
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:07
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