Posts by Chris Swecker

Renee Vandevender is the GRASP advisor in Highland County, Virginia and provides details about this non-profit, college and career access organization.

Director Callie Smith discusses progress on a new childcare service in Highland County set to operate soon as a nonprofit organization out of the Highland Center.

Betty Mitchell, Director of the Blue Grass Resource Center, shares knowledge on the origins of the parade and lawn party that has celebrated Independence Day in Blue Grass since 1998.

The Blue Grass Resource Center’s Board President Robin Sullenberger discusses the nonprofit organization and hopes for renovating The Highland Inn.

Meet Dylan Kenny, the newest staff addition to Allegheny Mountain Institute’s Allegheny Farm in Highland County. He speaks about his background, the importance of AMI, and an upcoming event.

Part 2 of AMR’s coverage of the Tuesday, June 4, 2019 meeting of Highland County Board of Supervisors.

Part 1 of AMR’s coverage of the Tuesday, June 4, 2019 meeting of Highland County Board of Supervisors.

Tomi Herold, Librarian of the Highland County Public Library, highlights upcoming events, including the Summer Reading Program and free lunch for children.

Sarah Rexrode, Director of the Highland County Department of Social Services, speaks about the Summer Meals Program, Summer Kid Packs Program and more.

Harold McGuire of McDowell, Virginia won the Best in the World Title in the Master Division Turkey Category at the 2019 World Taxidermy and Fish Carving Championships.

HC YPC distributed the money among six nonprofit organizations serving residents in Highland County.

Along with several activities like a Community Fun Run/Walk, Dr. Mark Cucuzzella of West Virginia University will be the special guest speaker with a focus on improving rural health.