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.
Community
Features about community members and special happenings.
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.
Bent Mountain solar project targets 2027 launch
Virginia has more than 140 utility-scale solar facilities, including 18 built last year, though only a handful of them are in the western third of the state. Nearby counties yet to see a utility-scale solar farm built within their borders include Floyd, Franklin, Montgomery, Patrick, and Pulaski.
Mountain Valor receives $30,000 grant during third annual festival
This year's festival marked the first time Appalachian Power sponsored Mountain Valor Fest, and during Saturday's ceremony Appalachian Power Foundation announced its first grant to Mountain Valor Veteran Services: a $30,000 award.
Community comes together to celebrate the 20th year of the Floyd County Fair
There was no shortage of things to do as the fair celebrated its 20th year. There were inflatables, pony rides, pumpkin painting, balloon animals, arts and crafts exhibits, a petting zoo, a demonstration milking station, sheep shearing demonstrations, and plenty of local vendors to support.
Building a Ready Community: Partnership for Floyd to host second Emergency Preparedness Fair
In a rural county of more than 15,000 people, Partnership for Floyd's Jane Cundiff said, it is important for every resident to be prepared for emergencies.
Summer storms couldn't dampen Yoga Jam 2026: Superbloom
Weather alerts were issued on Friday and Sunday, shutting down festivities for about an hour each time.