Floyd County Food Resources
While federal/judicial decisions on funding SNAP during the shutdown are changing daily, Floyd County has homegrown resources to help residents who might be in need of food assistance now and in the future.
Abby Whitt
No injuries reported in Check fire
According to a statement made by Station 3 officials on Saturday, when units arrived, they found a wood-frame, single-story home with “heavy fire involvement throughout 50% of the structure.”
Council prepares for Election Day, PSA-related meeting with Supervisors
Before the meeting adjourned, Griffin gave the floor to Vice Mayor Chris Bond and Councilman Bruce Turner to say what they would like ahead of the Nov. 4 election. He said it might be easier to do before the election instead of afterward.
PSA Board says Town/County meeting is 'imperative' in deciding best path forward
One of the biggest obstacles faced by the PSA Board is that the Authority has been underfunded since its establishment in 1974, leaving it to Town and County governments, as separate entities, to meet fiscal needs.
Golfers follow nearly undefeated season with run for state title
“These kids were winners long before the State Championship,” Coach Davis said. “And I was the biggest winner — I was blessed to be their coach. Through God, all things are truly possible.”
County plans fencing project at Storker’s Knob green box site
County Administrator Kim Chiddo said on Oct. 9 that to her knowledge, within the past three months, a total of 12 citations have been issued for misusing green box sites around the county.
Pet of the Week
There is some age on Sonny, but his heart and body act like a young man, and he would love a family that is outdoorsy with older kids to hike with, but no cats (he is much too interested in them).