Virginia Tech Investigation update

Upon receipt of this correspondence, NBC News immediately notified authorities. NBC News security is to be commended for alerting authorities on this correspondence and handling it in a manner to preserve its integrity.

The originals have been turned over to the FBI and the Virginia State Police have been working with the FBI, ATF and Virginia Tech Police Department on this new evidence.

This may be a new critical component of this investigation, and as a result it is being analyzed.

Governor Kaine announces statewide day of mourning

Governor Timothy M. Kaine has declared Friday, April 20, 2007 a statewide day of mourning for the victims of Monday's tragedy at Virginia Tech.

On Friday, Governor Kaine will participate in an interfaith prayer service in Monroe Park on the campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond. He has encouraged other communities in Virginia and across the nation to hold their own simultaneous ceremonies and participate in prayer services, beginning with the ringing of bells at noon, eastern daylight savings time.

"As our Commonwealth begins the long and difficult healing process, I am filled with images of a Virginia Tech community that is resilient and unified," said Governor Kaine. "I ask that everyone in Virginia pause at noon on Friday to offer prayers of support for the victims, their families, and for all those affected by this tragedy."

The Richmond prayer service will take place at Monroe Park, Belvidere and Main Streets, and will begin at noon eastern daylight savings time.

Volunteers needed for call center

Volunteers are needed to help staff the VT emergency call center. If you would like to assist, please fill out the survey. Thirteen volunteers are need per shift. Ray Williams Jr., Director of Multicultural Programs and Services, will contact you to confirm your participation.

Please arrive at Building 14, Corporate Research Center located on Forecast Dr., 10 minutes prior to the beginning of your selected shift(s). If you have any questions or need additional information, contact Ray Williams, Jr., at 540/231-8584. Volunteers will be trained by staff before the shift begins. - Virginia Tech University Press