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Revel on the River with Larry Keel
Abby Dufour | August 20, 2024 | News
I sat down with bluegrass legend Larry Keel to talk about an upcoming event where he and his band will be performing in Allegheny on August 24th.
Highland Hires New EMS Chief
Scott Smith | August 15, 2024 | News
Peye Kosenko to begin full time August 25th.
American Red Cross Faces Blood Shortage
Danny Cardwell | August 14, 2024 | News
Over the past two decades, the number of people donating blood through the American Red Cross has dropped by nearly 40%. Various factors have contributed to this trend, including changes in community engagement, eligibility requirements, and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gunner Cook, an account manager in donor recruitment for the American Red Cross,…
Highland Sheriff Asks Residents To Sign Up For Code Red Alerts
Scott Smith | August 13, 2024 | News
Emergency information can be relayed quickly via multiple options
Bath’s First Responders Bash is Set For (8/17/24)
Danny Cardwell | August 13, 2024 | News
Donnie Bowers, owner of Crooked Spur Farm and member of the Millboro area Fire and Rescue Squad, joined Danny in the WCHG studio to discuss the upcoming First Responders Bash. This event will take place (8/17/24) at the Millboro Area Rescue Squad grounds. There will be BBQ chicken, a car show, gun raffle tickets and…
Governor Youngkin Issues Executive Order Eliminating Cell Phones During School Instructional Time, Highland County Public Schools Already in Compliance
Brit Chambers | August 13, 2024 | News
With the policy banning cell phones, earphones, and personal
electronic devices from even being in the classroom, Highland County Public Schools already complies with the governor’s executive order.Community Tiny Art Show Comes Back to Highland County Public Library
Brit Chambers | August 13, 2024 | News
Submissions are needed, visit the library today to pick up your tiny art kit, or attend an event to collaborate with others!
Highland County Public School Announces Open House
Brit Chambers | August 13, 2024 | News
Highland County Public School extended an invitation via email for an open house for students in all grades on Thursday, August 22. Superintendent also released statements about the hiring of an SRO and playground safety, but parents still have concerns.
The Highland Tourism Council Doubles Funding for Cost Share Advertising Application for Festivals and Trade Shows
Brit Chambers | August 9, 2024 | News
For full details and to apply, please visit www.highlandcounty.org/tourism-council. Physical copies of the simple application are available at the Highland County Chamber of Commerce office.
Highland County School Board Fills Positions, but Community Still Has Questions
Brit Chambers | August 9, 2024 | News
Parents feel questions about shop teacher and partnership with Valley Vo-Tech remain unanswered.