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Willis UMC to merge with Floyd UMC this summer

Willis UMC to merge with Floyd UMC this summer

The final service at Willis UMC will be held on Sunday, June 28, at 11:15 a.m., and there will be a special service to welcome the members from Willis into the Floyd congregation on Sunday, July 12, at their regular worship time of 10 a.m. with a lunch to follow.

Rural Reflections: 'Bruises'

Rural Reflections: 'Bruises'

"Rural Reflections" features the work of local writer and poet Kevin S. Hendrick.

Pets of the Week

Pets of the Week

These adorable foster pups will be available for adoption from the Floyd Humane Society just around Valentine's Day.

FCA, FloydFest receive grant funding for tourism efforts

FCA, FloydFest receive grant funding for tourism efforts

FloydFest 2026~Daydream received $20,000 in grant funding, and the Floyd Living Traditions Festival received $5,000.

Floyd Homefront, Part 3: Nurturing the Workforce

Floyd Homefront, Part 3: Nurturing the Workforce

Floyd Homefront Part 3, “Nurturing the Workforce,” is about key aspects of Floyd County's locally driven economy and the value of investing in the infrastructure employers need.

Beyond the Tap, Part 2: The Cost

Beyond the Tap, Part 2: The Cost

As the Floyd-Floyd County Public Service Authority stands today, it is able to fund regular operations through its rates and customer base of about 500, but it is not able to invest in projects for improvement.

PHOTOS: Winter Weather — Jan. 24-25, 2026

PHOTOS: Winter Weather — Jan. 24-25, 2026

Despite the initial forecast for Saturday and Sunday (Jan. 24-25) of about two feet of snow, Floyd County and its surrounding areas saw more of an accumulation of sleet than soft powder.