Curriculum Corner: 'Showing up for Floyd'
The Sapphires are eager to give back, and several recent projects proved to be a sweet and close-to-home way to bring joy to their loved ones.
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‘The Adventures of Little Britches’: Floyd farmer featured in new children’s book
“We would talk on the phone, and she would ask me, ‘How’s my little GG doing?’ (meaning her grand-goat),” Alex said, “and I would tell her the latest story of Little Britches and what we were up to.”
Springhouse celebrates with Celtic Christmas Concert
Springhouse’s co-founder and Executive Director Jenny Finn welcomed the crowd before introducing the musicians. “The concert is a fundraiser that we’re grateful for,” she said, reviewing the school’s foundational mission.
Rural Reflections: 'Look'
"Rural Reflections" features the work of local writer and poet Kevin S. Hendrick.
Floyd County Store announces the winners of the 2025 Gingerbread House Contest
In the Youth Category, the first-place Popular Vote was awarded to Della Migliozzi for "Della's Enchanted World." The Judges' Choice Award was presented to "Run Pete, Run" by Rochelle Grim, which also placed second for the Popular Vote.
Pet of the Week
Meet Sonny, who has been at the Floyd County Humane Society for 222 days. He is a genuine, loving, kind-hearted senior (about 10 years old), and he is looking for a family to adore.
‘Floyd’s finest’ to head to Philly for 2026 Thanksgiving Day Parade
Members of The Pride of Floyd County Marching Band are headed to Philadelphia, Pa., next Thanksgiving to perform in the 2026 Dunkin’ Thanksgiving Day Parade, which will be broadcast live on Nov. 26. Floyd is the only school in the state this year to be selected to participate in the event.