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Bond denied for man named in RICO Act indictments

Bond denied for man named in RICO Act indictments

Floyd County Commonwealth’s Attorney Eric Branscom told Judge Mike Fleenor on Feb. 3 that the bridal shop served as a “hub” and “front” for the drug dealing in Rockbridge and Floyd counties, which in turn funded the human trafficking operation.

June Bug Center receives funding from IBMA Foundation

June Bug Center receives funding from IBMA Foundation

The International Bluegrass Music Association Foundation recently awarded $20,000 in project grants to 11 bluegrass programs, including the Junior Appalachian Musicians program at the June Bug Center in Floyd.

Beyond the Tap, Part 3: The Divide

Beyond the Tap, Part 3: The Divide

Beyond the Tap, Part 3: “The Divide,” addresses misconceptions about who the PSA serves in Floyd County.

January Land Transfers

January Land Transfers

This information is public record.

Town Council to appoint interim member

Town Council to appoint interim member

Council is expected to appoint an interim member at its Feb. 5 meeting to fill the vacancy left by Paul LeMay, according to Town Manager Morris. LeMay resigned his seat on Dec. 18, 2025, and said he’s “going to be doing a lot of traveling” so “it’s a good idea that I turn it over to someone else.”

Willis UMC to merge with Floyd UMC this summer

Willis UMC to merge with Floyd UMC this summer

The final service at Willis UMC will be held on Sunday, June 28, at 11:15 a.m., and there will be a special service to welcome the members from Willis into the Floyd congregation on Sunday, July 12, at their regular worship time of 10 a.m. with a lunch to follow.

FCA, FloydFest receive grant funding for tourism efforts

FCA, FloydFest receive grant funding for tourism efforts

FloydFest 2026~Daydream received $20,000 in grant funding, and the Floyd Living Traditions Festival received $5,000.