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Sparks Fly at Special Commission Meeting
Tim Walker | June 10, 2024 | News
“Whether they buy it or not, I don’t care” Helmick responded in anger to Miller,
Helmick to Discuss an Alternate Plan for the Courthouse Annex
Tim Walker | June 6, 2024 | News
Helmick called a special Commission meeting for 8:00 am on Friday, June 7th at which he will propose purchasing the new site where he wants to build his Courthouse Annex.
A Few Good Minutes With Hannah Woodzell
Danny Cardwell | June 5, 2024 | News
On Wednesday, Hannah Woodzell stopped by the WCHG Studio. Hannah, along with her husband Zach, who you all may know as my partner in calling Bath County Charger Football Games, are organizing a “Touch a Truck” fundraiser to support their adoption journey. “Touch a Truck” will take place on June 8, 2024, from 10 AM…
John Tuggle of Region 4 Briefs Solid Waste Authority about Grant Possibilities
Tim Walker | June 5, 2024 | News
Tuggle told them they will need to develop an interim plan to continue disposing of garbage once the landfill closes because grants take years for approval.
Members of Youth Philanthropy Council Award $10,000 in Grants to Nonprofits that Serve Highland County Youth at Community Dinner
Brit Chambers | June 2, 2024 | News
The $10,000 for this year was awarded to The Wayne Theatre, The Highland Children’s Center, and Dare to Dream Therapeutic Horsemanship Center.
Seeking Native Plants? Try the Virginia Native Plant Finder
Brit Chambers | June 2, 2024 | News
This database of 1,600 species includes sources for commercially available live plants and seeds for Virginia homeowners and businesses.
Highland County Arts Council to Host Artists’ Weekend and Wet Paint Show
Brit Chambers | June 2, 2024 | News
The 14th Artists’ Weekend will be held Friday, June 28 through Sunday, June 30.
A Few Good Minutes With Dave Hahn
Danny Cardwell | May 30, 2024 | News
On Wednesday, May 29, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dave Hahn, who, along with his wife Tammy, purchased the Vine Cottage Inn in 2018. They are the resident Innkeepers and are passionate about continuing the Inn’s long history of exceptional hospitality. With over 60 years of combined experience in the hospitality industry, Dave…
Pocahontas Schools Teaching Citizenship, Civics, and US History
Tim Walker | May 30, 2024 | News
All 8th graders take the State’s Golden Horseshoe test, which is about the history, geography, economics, and civics of the State of West Virginia; high school juniors study and are tested on U.S. history; while high school seniors study and take a test on Civics.
Red House Residency Celebrates 5 Years with Free Workshops
Danny Cardwell | May 29, 2024 | News
The Red House Residency, now in its fifth year, continues its mission to support emerging and established women artists by offering dedicated time and space to pursue their art in a secluded, tranquil environment. Four residencies are awarded each year, and in 2024, the program is bringing a series of free workshops to the community…