New Behavioral Health Director joins Tri-Area
Jennifer Graham worked previously with Mount Rogers Community Services for 21 years and held various positions serving both youth and adults
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2026 Plein Air Biennial breaks records, raising nearly $35,000 to benefit FCA and artists
Throughout the schedule of events, a total of 66 unique artworks were sold, generating a total of $34,803. All event proceeds benefit contributing artists and the FCA on commission.
Red Rooster closes Yellow Hen Child Care
Haden Polseno-Hensley, co-owner of the coffee company, called Yellow Hen Child Care “one of the most amazing, beautiful things about Red Rooster Coffee.” It ceased operation on Aug. 7.
H&V Floyd marks milestone anniversary with $40 million investment for new technology, plant expansion
Throughout the past 50 years, there have been six expansions of the Floyd site, and there are “probably 10 times more employees now than when we started,” Hatcher said. The current longest tenured employee at the Floyd site recently retired with almost 45 years as an operator.
AGENDA: Floyd County Board of Supervisors, Public Hearing + Regular Meeting, Sept. 22, 2026
View the agendas for the public hearing and regular meeting of the Floyd County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday, Sept. 22.
Governor declares State of Emergency to aid farmers facing hay shortage
In Floyd County specifically, hay yields were down 45% for the first cutting, according to Senior Floyd Extension Agent Jon Vest. He said, "Folks that made early hay (May cuttings) fared a bit better, and as the hay harvest extended into June, losses of up to 50% were reported."
Copper Hill daycare faces October closure without buyer
The closure of Copper Hill Child Care would end services for 50 families in Floyd and Roanoke counties, owner Amy Goff said.