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Mabry Mill roof upgrade celebrated

Ward said, “The Blue Ridge Parkway is one of the most visited National Parks in the country with more visitors than Yellowstone, Yosemite and the Grand Canyon combined. Mabry Mill is one of the iconic locations along the 469 miles of Parkway, but it’s in our backyard. It’s our home.”

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Campaign aims to create ‘safer and happier’ communities

“I think there is so much online entertainment now and so many other things going on that many of us get overwhelmed,” she said. “We forget the simple joys of just getting together regularly with a neighbor over coffee.”

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Pets of the Week

Tiger is four years old, and Aria is seven. They are a bonded pair, so volunteers are advocating for them to be adopted together.

Floyd County Government Featured

Sale to close on Town-owned properties

Town Council first moved to sell town-owned property at 115, 121 and 127 Harris St., and the Greenman Inn property at 120 W. Main St. at its May 15 meeting for $520,000 plus half of the carried interest from the original purchase date of Dec. 8, 2023.

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Third annual Living Traditions Festival draws about 2,000

There were demonstrations in blacksmithing, barn quilt making, basket making, soap making, chainsaw carving and more. Some of the interactive demonstrations — working with clay, making corn husk dolls and print making — were especially popular with the younger crowd.

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Yoga Jam kicks off this week

Instructors — who will lead not only yoga sessions but also sound baths, nature walks and educational workshops — include Mary Brown of Jivamukti Yoga, Joe Klein of Be Well Now, Katie Sutton and Josh Vogt of Zen Within Academy, ShirleyAnn Burgess of Living Light River Studio, and many more.

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After School Programs at the June Bug Center

The fall semester lasts September through December while the spring semester starts in January and ends in May. Tuition is based on a sliding scale, and discounts are available for siblings and registering for multiple programs.

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Mountain Valor Fest returns to unite local vets

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County addresses Land Division Ordinance misconceptions

Learn more about the proposed Land Division Ordinance and stay up-to-date about meetings regarding changes by visiting www.floydcova.gov and attending/viewing regular Board of Supervisors meetings.

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Backstories and Backyards: Barrel-making

Kathleen Ingoldsby introduces an occasional column looking back into the stories behind everyday objects, connecting each item with the people, places and events of different eras in Floyd County history.

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Peer-based recovery center opens in Floyd

“Research has shown that peer recovery centers reduce relapse rates, by offering hope, resources and a community that help turn lives around,” Chiddo said. “The centers are... magnets for recovery. Having Certified Peer Recovery Specialists promotes the positive change...”

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Living Traditions return this weekend

The third annual Floyd Living Traditions Festival, to be held rain or shine from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 23, is a free event held both outdoors and inside the center’s historic 1940s-era dairy barn.

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Small Town Summer goes big

A record-breaking crowd turned out for the Aug. 14 iteration of the eighth annual Small Town Summer series at the Warren G. Lineberry Memorial Park.

News

Offices up for election in November; Important dates

Locally on Nov. 4, community members will be voting for two seats on Floyd Town Council and mayor of Floyd, two representatives for the Board of Supervisors (Indian Valley and Courthouse), and two seats on the Floyd County Public School Board (Indian Valley and Courthouse).

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Animal shelter construction expected to begin in spring

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Tourism Director named Rising Star

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Registration open for Floyd C4

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FCSO searching for missing person

The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office is trying to locate Peter Bodai, 44.  According to a poster from The Aware Foundation, which was issued and shared by the official FCSO Facebook page on Aug. 16, Bodai left his residence on Wednesday, Aug. 13 and may be driving a blue 2017

Schools

Board readies for new school year

The first day of the 2025-2026 school year is Wednesday, Aug. 13.

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Tractor Fun Run to benefit two young adults

The 18th annual Fun Run will benefit Josiah Cockram and Madison Zeman when it takes place on Saturday, Aug. 16.

Sports

Floyd County High School sports schedules (Fall 2025)

Schedules are subject to change. Visit the official Three Rivers District website for the most up-to-date information. Golf (Varsity) Thursday, Aug. 7 — @ Forest Park Country Club vs. Martinsville Monday, Aug. 11 — @ Great Oaks Country Club vs. Multiple Schools Thursday, Aug. 14 — @ Botetourt Golf Club vs. James River (Buchanan) Monday, Aug.

Floyd County Government

Town signs with private service for waste management

The Town of Floyd has signed a 5-year agreement for trash collection with Rural Services Inc. The contract with the Patrick County based company was approved by Floyd Town Council in its June 17 meeting. Service is scheduled to begin on August 1 and will reduce service from two days

Music & Arts

FloydFest 25 sets summer aglow

FloydFest 2025 created its second celebration of music, magic, and mountains since moving to Check, Virginia. The beloved festival returned July 23-27 with a vibrant tapestry of sounds that offered something for every musical palate. Attendees were treated to electrifying headline performances from legendary rockers The Black Crowes, the soulful

Schools

FCHS welding program earns state recognition

The Floyd County High School welding program has earned the Virginia Department of Education's Creating Excellence Award for Region 6. This accolade celebrates the program's long-standing excellence in providing students with valuable career and technical skills. Under the leadership of instructor Doug Thompson, the welding program

Floyd County Government

County begins search for new administrator

Following the resignation of Floyd County's administrator, the county has begun a search for her replacement. The county's job posting, created July 29, directs applicants for the position to the county attorney's office. The county administrator is responsible for general management of the county&