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Reimagining the future of housing through international collaboration

Reimagining the future of housing through international collaboration

Wade stated that SWVA Bio-Char, the U.S. partner in the project, "holds the only federally approved technology for this process and recently received notice of a $1.2 billion federal grant to build kilns destined for Africa.”

Dear Pamela: Can't shake lingering cough

Dear Pamela: Can't shake lingering cough

"I’m hoping you can recommend more natural, plant-based things I can use to complement my conventional treatment."

Early voting for Special Election ends this week

Early voting for Special Election ends this week

This Saturday (April 18) is the last chance voters have to cast their ballots early for the April 21 Special Election. Ballots can be cast at the Floyd County Courthouse on Saturday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

Grant funding to target utilities improvements, including PSA and workforce housing efforts

Grant funding to target utilities improvements, including PSA and workforce housing efforts

Economic and Community Development Director Lydeana Martin explained that the grant funds will be used to make improvements to utilities in order to make workforce housing development possible.

Historical Society Museum opens for 2026 season

Historical Society Museum opens for 2026 season

The exhibit focuses on "patriotic service and that, traditionally, has been certain military,” said Gino Williams, president of the Floyd County Historical Society.

Chairman responds to backlash for comments made about women in power: ‘This has been a big learning experience for me’

Chairman responds to backlash for comments made about women in power: ‘This has been a big learning experience for me’

On social media, Turman’s comments were called sexist and misogynistic. One community member said Turman “should be removed from office immediately.” Other community members, including former Delegate Marie March, voiced their support of Turman.

Hundreds gather in Floyd for third No Kings protest

Hundreds gather in Floyd for third No Kings protest

“Our neighbors here, regardless of party, know the whole story and they are ready for a change. We cannot count our neighbors out. We have to bring everybody back to the table. It is not time to meet people in their politics. It is time to meet them in their pain."