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FCPR announces winners of 2025 Lights Competition

There was only one round of voting for both categories due to the number of entries. The community was invited to vote for the winners on Facebook from Dec. 19-24.

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Morgan Wade returns to Dogtown for sold-out holiday show

Wade referred to Saturday’s show as “the last show for a while,” adding, “it’s nice to end it here,” as someone in the crowd shouted, “Welcome home, Morgan!”

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FloydFest adds 13 new acts to Daydream lineup

With even more artists to be announced in the new year, the most recent additions, announced Dec. 11, are: Railroad Earth, The Dip, Chuck Prophet & His Cumbia Shoes, Bronwyn Keith-Hynes, Parlor Greens, Zach Person, Zion Marley, The Animeros, and more.

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Dances of Universal Peace: A Celebration of Light

“It’s an embodied peace practice,” said Rachel Theo-Maurelli, one of the three dancer teachers present. “The point is to create peace within that we can then share with the world."

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Small Town Christmas Parade delivers big time fun

There were lots of people in red Santa hats and a few Grinches at the Small Town Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec. 7. The town lit up with holiday spirit as families and friends gathered downtown, lining the streets for the beloved annual tradition.

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Join the 2025 Christmas Light Competition

Of course, with so many sparkling displays popping up across Floyd, one question remains: "which one is the best?" There will be multiple rounds of voting for Best Decorated Home on the Floyd County Parks and Rec Facebook page, and one voting round to determine the Best Decorated Business.

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Christmas Parade rescheduled for this Sunday

The procession will stage at the high school, make its way down Baker Street to south Locust, and turn right at the stoplight to show off their floats and spread holiday cheer along Main Street. It's estimated that the parade will last between 60 and 90 minutes.

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See ‘Memories Sit Here’ before it closes at Old Church Gallery’s Holiday Open House this week

See “Memories Sit Here” before it closes and celebrate the end of the year with Old Church Gallery this Wednesday (Dec. 3). The gallery is located at 110 Wilson St.

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Floyd Tourism launches month-long 'Shop Local' campaign

To celebrate the launch, the Tourism Office will host a welcome booth at the Shop Small Artisan Market from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Nov. 29, on Jacksonville Circle, which is located between the Floyd County Courthouse and the new Floyd County Government Building.

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Chamber marks 2025 Membership Dinner with record attendance, new leaders

“These are the new leaders,” said Kathy Fett, the Chamber's Executive Director. “We’re going to lead the Chamber to the next step up,” she added, predicting that “Floyd is going to be one of the strongest small town Chambers in Virginia.”

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Thrive Hive takes top spot in annual C4 Competition

The annual C4 Business Development Series is supported by the Floyd County Board of Supervisors, Floyd Economic Development Authority, and the Greater Roanoke/New River Valley Small Business Development Center.

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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.

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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...”

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FloydFest announces 2026 theme, initial lineup

For the first time ever, Across-the-Way Productions launched FloydFest~Daydream with Early-Bird ticket pricing, available for one week only, and new ticket types.

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PHOTOS: Halloween in Floyd 2025

A collaborative effort among the Town of Floyd, Floyd County, local businesses and nonprofits, and homeowners, this year’s Spooky Street was the fifth iteration of the event, which started as a drive-thru opportunity for kids to enjoy during the pandemic.

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Nonprofit team explains how ketamine-assisted psychotherapy can provide 'quick, sustained' relief

A new addition to Be Well Now is ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. Klein said that ketamine was originally used during the Vietnam War, and is used in therapy to “help people relax in their mind and their body, so they can work with what they are dealing with. It’s very versatile."

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Arsenic and Old Lace shows continue this weekend

Directed by Theda McCutchan, the classic dark comedy features a cast of zany characters, Brooklyn accents, physical comedy, and unpredictable plot twists. The elaborate set designs and period costumes, headed up by Mim Ukes, are outstanding.

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Spanberger makes stop in Floyd

Spanberger spoke about some of the issues she would address as governor, including strengthening health care, supporting stronger schools, lowering costs, standing up for Virginia's federal workers and improving infrastructure — all while refusing the politics of division and anger.

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Cemetery tour highlights notable figures of Floyd history

After speaking about the layout of the grounds (currently 18 acres) and the changes to the cemetery over the years, Williams led the group through the old part of the cemetery, where important people who influenced the forming and running of Floyd (called Jacksonville at the time) were buried.

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Regional Cancer Advisory Board seeks local residents to help set priorities

SWVA CAB is focused on serving Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, Bland, Buchanan, Carroll, Dickenson, Grayson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Smyth, Tazewell, Washington, Wise, and Wythe counties; and the cities of Bristol, Galax, Norton, and Radford.

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Mindful Families Series to focus on 'Everyday Blessings'

Rather than focusing on “perfect” parenting techniques, the program emphasizes the inner work of becoming more conscious and compassionate with both ourselves and our children. By doing this inner work, parents can create more peaceful and authentic family relationships.

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Second No Kings Day protest draws Floyd crowd

Saturday's No Kings rally in Floyd was an upbeat two-hour demonstration with live music and singing.  Many drivers of vehicles passing by showed their support by cheering, beeping their horns, and waving.

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Nonprofit plans Open House for next week

Visitors at the Open House will be able to learn about available treatments for trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and depression, such as Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Internal Family Systems, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy, Music-Based Psychotherapy, Nature-Informed Therapy, and more.

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Floyd Americana Fest marks six years across four stages

There was a strong contingency of out-of-town visitors for the festival. When Lineberry Park Stage performer Barry Lenoir asked for a show of hands of people who came from out of town, he reported that about half the crowd raised their hands.

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Local groups to facilitate conversation surrounding natural burial

The panel discussion will delve into the growing movement for green burial and its potential in Southwest Virginia. Representatives from Blue Ridge Green Burial will share updates on their efforts to establish a Conservation Burial Ground in Floyd County.