PHOTOS: Procession of Appalachian Species 2026
A part of Floyd's Earth Day celebration on April 18, the parade was a Springhouse project that included puppet-making workshops leading up to the big event.
Contributed Report
Governor reopens Farm Recovery Block Grant Program, announces Virginia Wood Council
Virginia has approximately 16 million acres of forestland, and the Commonwealth’s forests are major economic drivers. Floyd County itself is more than 60% forested.
Curriculum Corner: 'Special Person Tea'
The Special Person Tea is a truly an authentic learning experience, weaving together literacy and math skills.
Spring is Hatching Season for Spotted Lanternflies
Adult SLFs "are roughly one-inch long and half-inch wide with large, visually striking wings," USDA said. They have "brown forewings with black spots at the front and a speckled band at the rear. Their hind wings are scarlet with black spots at the front and white and black bars at the rear."
Five new acts added to Daydream roster
Holler Choir, The Wildmans, Scott T. Smith, Madison Hughes, and The Faux Paws now join Daydream’s purposeful programming, as does a bevy of co-branded ABC partners.
Center unveils four new exhibitions to be displayed until July
An opening reception for the new exhibitions will be held from 4-6 p.m. on Saturday, April 25. Admission is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
Pet of the Week
Found very pregnant, humane society volunteers took Gracie in and gave her a safe place to have her kittens. She has been such a good mom to her three babies.