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Bath Joins Highland County In Agritourism Initiative Fields Of Gold
Heather Niday | November 25, 2011 | News
The initiative promotes the Shenandoah Valley as an agritourism destination. Surveys are out now to learn more about existing businesses and events in the area and to learn about what could be developed further.
Snowshoe Mountain Resort Delays Opening Due To Rainy Conditions
Heather Niday | November 23, 2011 | News
Two and a half inches of rain in the last 36 hours have dashed the hopes of a Thanksgiving Day opening for the resort.
Highland EDA Discusses Agri-tourism Initiatives
Heather Niday | November 23, 2011 | News
The Highland County Economic Development Authority is looking at two initiatives – the Virginia Artisans Trail and Fields of Gold.
Pocahontas Residents Not Convinced Of Eminent Threat By Marcellus Drilling Activities
Heather Niday | November 23, 2011 | News
NY hydro-geologist Paul Rubin urges the Pocahontas County Commissioners and residents to take environmental threats posed by Marcellus shale drilling activities seriously.
Bath Christmas Mother Follow Pioneer Tradition
Heather Niday | November 22, 2011 | News
Ever since pioneers began settling in the mountains of western Virginia, neighbors have helped each other in times of need. The Bath County Christmas Mother program continues that proud tradition.
New York Hydro-Geologist Warns Pocahontas Residents To Do All They Can To Protect Native Water Sources
Heather Niday | November 22, 2011 | News
New York hydro geologist Paul Rubin says Pocahontas County needs to do all it can to protect its water from the environmental degradation possible with Marcellus drilling activities.
Pocahontas Business Seeks To Expand Footprint To Highland County
Heather Niday | November 22, 2011 | News
Jacob and Melinda Meck, business owners in Green Bank, are asking the Highland Board of Supervisors and Planning Commission to rezone property near the Hooke Brothers Sawmill.
Chargers fall to Covington in football playoffs
Heather Niday | November 21, 2011 | News
On a chilly November night, the Bath County Chargers traveled down the mountain to take on their old rivals, the Covington Cougars, in a second-round football playoff game.
The Bath County High School Marching Band Achieves A Milestone
Heather Niday | November 21, 2011 | News
The band wins its first ever Grand Championship in competition. This is the second of two stories featuring members of the Charger band.
PMH Gets Halloween Treats In The Form OF A Good Month Financially
Heather Niday | November 21, 2011 | News
October was a good month financially for Pocahontas Memorial Hospital. With new staff on board, things are looking up for the health institution.