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Donations turn into holiday magic through The Perfect Gift Shop

Donations turn into holiday magic through The Perfect Gift Shop

This year’s Mega Yard Sale to support TPGS is being held until April 25 in the old Finders Keepers building at 219 E. Main St. Items include glassware, electronics, clothes, Christmas decor, tools, shoes, sewing accessories, bedding, furniture, and more.

Great Mother Marchers join in puppet-making for Earth Day celebration

Great Mother Marchers join in puppet-making for Earth Day celebration

On April 3, the regular group of crafters was joined by a group of road-worn but enthusiastic women who were taking a break from the Great Mother March - A Women's Empowerment Pilgrimage. The march is a 32-day trip completed mostly on foot from Asheville, North Carolina, to Washington D.C.

Local seniors ready for May graduation

Local seniors ready for May graduation

Floyd County Public Schools (FCPS) Superintendent Jessica Cromer explained that the move to a Friday ceremony was decided upon due to feedback from students and families. “Many colleges have graduations on Saturday and this way families have the opportunity to attend more celebrations,” she said.

On-the-Rise Class of 2026 features 10 up-and-comers

On-the-Rise Class of 2026 features 10 up-and-comers

Last week, FloydFest organizers announced the award-winning festival’s On-the-Rise Competition Class of 2026, a quintessential cornerstone of the FloydFest brand, which fosters emerging talent by giving the next generation of up-and-coming performers a stage, a leg-up and an audience.

Rural Reflections: 'Simply'

Rural Reflections: 'Simply'

In the grand scheme of things we call life, it’s sometimes easy to see it all — the chaos, the divide, and sometimes the misinformation. Regardless of our beliefs, it’s "simply" everywhere.

Pet of the Week and Caturday event details

Pet of the Week and Caturday event details

Volunteers say this amazing pooch is young, super friendly, gets along with other dogs, and has lots of energy.

Chairman responds to backlash for comments made about women in power: ‘This has been a big learning experience for me’

Chairman responds to backlash for comments made about women in power: ‘This has been a big learning experience for me’

On social media, Turman’s comments were called sexist and misogynistic. One community member said Turman “should be removed from office immediately.” Other community members, including former Delegate Marie March, voiced their support of Turman.