News
New director for Highland Senior Center Without Walls
Heather Niday | October 3, 2012 | News
There have been changes in the programs for senior citizens in Highland County recently. Last week, Kathryn Coit, Director of the Monterey office of the Valley Program for Aging Services, had a special announcement.
Marlinton Mayor: fall festival a huge success
Heather Niday | October 3, 2012 | News
Mayor Joe Smith reported that an international publication covered the Autumn Harvest Festival and Roadkill Cookoff. Plus – council considered donations for local organizations.
Pocahontas Sheriff’s Department leads big drug bust
Heather Niday | October 3, 2012 | News
Sheriff David Jonese said a major drug bust in the Marlinton area Saturday night is just a milestone in a larger investigation.
Bath Heritage Fest kicks off October 5
Heather Niday | October 1, 2012 | News
The Old Dairy Heritage Festival is Friday October 5 through Sunday October 7.
All events are free and open to the public. Reservations are encouraged for all events. Call 540-839-2407 or by email, mary@homesteadpreserve.com. You can also visit the website olddairyheritagefestival.org
Was herbicide sprayed into Knapps Creek?
Heather Niday | October 1, 2012 | News
As one state agency works to restore fish habitat in Pocahontas County, another might have sprayed fish toxin into the upper reaches of Knapps Creek, a trout-reproducing stream. See the accompanying photo gallery.
Highland schools start year on positive note
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
The Highland School system is off to a very good start this year. That was the message from Superintendent Dr. Will Crawford at the September School Board meeting.
Judith Avers brings song-writing lessons to Pocahontas County students
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
Songwriter and folk singer Judith Avers has a talent for setting words to music and she’s sharing her experience with other budding artists in Pocahontas County.
Bruce Bosley Pregame Show – September 28
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
Hear from last week’s Player of the Game – Spencer McCoy – and Warriors head coach Chris Sutton.
Pocahontas Artisans Co-op shop marks first year in Marlinton
Heather Niday | September 28, 2012 | News
From the perspective of co-op members, the economy is improving.
Pocahontas PSD rehashes pipeline issue
Heather Niday | September 27, 2012 | News
The board also discussed the potential impact of a planned sewage treatment plant on the endangered Cheat Mountain Salamander.