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Annual Gingerbread Contest returns: Register by Nov. 28

Annual Gingerbread Contest returns: Register by Nov. 28

Award categories include General, Youth, Popular, Judges’ Choice, Creative, and Business. Kids are encouraged to enter their own creations into the Youth category (13 and under). Local businesses are invited to participate and be represented in the Business Category.

WIN Care brings new services to Floyd

WIN Care brings new services to Floyd

“Our goal is to create a welcoming space where patients feel valued and receive the care they deserve,” said Pamela Logan, CEO of WIN Care Health. “With our combined services, we aim to meet various health needs, whether it’s an urgent care visit, a routine check-up, or specialized wound care...”

Use local firewood safely this winter

Use local firewood safely this winter

It is recommended by the Virginia Department of Forestry to not use firewood from more than 50 miles away. This article includes a list of firewood that is available in Floyd County.

Nonprofit News

Nonprofit News

This article contains excerpts from nonprofit newsletters including The Community Foundation of the New River Valley, Plenty! Farm and Food Bank, Partnership for Floyd, and First Steps.

Pet of the Week

Pet of the Week

Neglected by his owners, a neighbor rescued Edward and brought him to the humane society to get him the veterinary care he needed.

About 61% of Floyd's registered voters deliver in 2025 General Election

About 61% of Floyd's registered voters deliver in 2025 General Election

The Floyd County Board of Elections said this week that the voter turnout this year was “strong,” with a total of 7,403 ballots cast, equating to about 61% of all registered voters in the county. Of those ballots, 3,277 were cast during the early voting period that started in September.

Veteran's Voice: 'One Plate at the Table'

Veteran's Voice: 'One Plate at the Table'

The world turns up the volume this time of year — lights, music, commercials, and so many slogans about “joy.” The truth is, a lot of veterans and caregivers spend the holidays holding more pain than they can say out loud, drowning in things like grief, distance, exhaustion, bills, and isolation.