Pets of the Week
Tiger is four years old, and Aria is seven. They are a bonded pair, so volunteers are advocating for them to be adopted together.
Community
Features about community members and special happenings.
Third annual Living Traditions Festival draws about 2,000
There were demonstrations in blacksmithing, barn quilt making, basket making, soap making, chainsaw carving and more. Some of the interactive demonstrations — working with clay, making corn husk dolls and print making — were especially popular with the younger crowd.
Yoga Jam kicks off this week
Instructors — who will lead not only yoga sessions but also sound baths, nature walks and educational workshops — include Mary Brown of Jivamukti Yoga, Joe Klein of Be Well Now, Katie Sutton and Josh Vogt of Zen Within Academy, ShirleyAnn Burgess of Living Light River Studio, and many more.
After School Programs at the June Bug Center
The fall semester lasts September through December while the spring semester starts in January and ends in May. Tuition is based on a sliding scale, and discounts are available for siblings and registering for multiple programs.
Mountain Valor Fest returns to unite local vets
Last year’s inaugural Mountain Valor Fest drew more than 700 community members and 130 veterans.
This year, organizers are aiming even higher: the goal is to reach 500 veterans in attendance while keeping the same welcoming, family-centered atmosphere.
Backstories and Backyards: Barrel-making
Kathleen Ingoldsby introduces an occasional column looking back into the stories behind everyday objects, connecting each item with the people, places and events of different eras in Floyd County history.
Peer-based recovery center opens in Floyd
“Research has shown that peer recovery centers reduce relapse rates, by offering hope, resources and a community that help turn lives around,” Chiddo said. “The centers are... magnets for recovery. Having Certified Peer Recovery Specialists promotes the positive change...”