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Floyd Americana Fest marks six years across four stages

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.

Local groups to facilitate conversation surrounding natural burial

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.

Floyd Sheriff’s Office joins EMS and Fire Department for 2025 Chili Cookoff fundraiser

Floyd Sheriff’s Office joins EMS and Fire Department for 2025 Chili Cookoff fundraiser

The cookoff will take place as part of Citizens Co-op’s Free Community Concert, featuring live music by Jerry Wimmer and Bottom of the Barrel, along with axe throwing, food trucks, and more.

Farmers Collective learns about programs designed to help meet property planning needs

Farmers Collective learns about programs designed to help meet property planning needs

All community members are invited to join the Collective for these educational conversations. The organizers hope that these presentations will inform residents about what programs are available to them through local agencies, along with how to apply for the mentioned opportunities.

Growing strong: Floyd Arts and Crafts Festival marks 50 years

Growing strong: Floyd Arts and Crafts Festival marks 50 years

Seven-year-old Gwayla Yard-Gralla, likely the youngest vendor in attendance, was selling her handmade, woven potholders. “Do you like to cook?” was her marketing line that drew in customers.

16 Hands members and guests artists to host open studios this month

16 Hands members and guests artists to host open studios this month

Visitors who are drawn to Floyd to experience the fall 16 Hands Studio Tour are encouraged to stay the night and experience the community’s warm hospitality, explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, and enjoy the crisp mountain air while discovering one-of-a-kind art pieces.

FCA celebrates 30 years of creativity and community

FCA celebrates 30 years of creativity and community

Executive Director Keela Dooley-Marshall said "sustainability is key" in planning the future of the Center, noting that officials are working on a master site plan, preparing to go solar, and launching a new endowment to "secure the future" of the barn.