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Family Loses Foster Care License Amid Allegations of Retaliatory Actions by Local Social Services Director
Alleghany County, Va. (Virginian Review) — A family has lost their license to foster children in Alleghany, Botetourt, and Rockbridge counties, a decision they attribute to unilateral decisions made by the local Alleghany-Covington Department of Social Services (ACDSS). Corey Bowles and her husband have fostered over two dozen children across the three counties since August […] The post Family Loses Foster Care License Amid Allegations of Retaliatory Actions by Local Social Services Director appeared first on The Virginian Review.
BREAKING: State Fire Marshal Shuts Down Gauntlet Top Award Winner 410 On Main for Permit Failures
Covington, VA (Virginian Review) — In a shocking turn of events, the Virginia Commonwealth Fire Marshal has shut down 410 On Main and their building at 410 W Main St for failing to obtain the necessary building permits, fire inspections and Certificates of Occupancy for its events. The enforcement action has led to the abrupt […] The post BREAKING: State Fire Marshal Shuts Down Gauntlet Top Award Winner 410 On Main for Permit Failures appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Covington–Hot Springs Rotary Club donates to The Wall that Heals
The Covington–Hot Springs Rotary Club recently donated to The Wall that Heals Covington. The three-quarter replica of the Vietnam Wall in Washington, D.C. is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. The Wall That Heals will be at The Jackson River Sports Complex October 3, 2024 – October 6, […] The post Covington–Hot Springs Rotary Club donates to The Wall that Heals appeared first on The Virginian Review.
City of Covington and Kars Unlimited announce a fun filled day on Saturday, May 25
Nothing sweeter than summertime, cars, great food, kid’s activities and American Honey. It’s all happening Saturday, May 25 at the River Rock Amphitheatre located at the Jackson River Sport Complex. The events kick off at 10:00 am with a car show hosted by Kars Unlimited to honor our Veterans. We will have children activities from […] The post City of Covington and Kars Unlimited announce a fun filled day on Saturday, May 25 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
City of Covington Municipal Pool to be open Saturday, May 25
The City of Covington Municipal Pool will be opened this Memorial Day Weekend as follows Saturday noon-5, Sunday 1-6 and Monday noon-5. Admission is $4.00 for adults and $3.00 for students. Saturday, May 25 Good News Church is sponsoring the admission. The post City of Covington Municipal Pool to be open Saturday, May 25 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Covington Post Office and Curtis A. Smith VFW Post 1033 and Auxiliary Pay Tribute to Vietnam Veterans
We begin our journey to the arrival of the The Wall That Heals’ on October 3-6, 2024 with these eight Vietnam Veterans. All paid some. Some paid all – SS Fred E. Barnette (KIA April 26, 1967) and CPL Carl Roger Crosier (KIA March 20, 1967). Thank you for your service. It is truly an […] The post Covington Post Office and Curtis A. Smith VFW Post 1033 and Auxiliary Pay Tribute to Vietnam Veterans appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Alleghany County Governmental Complex closed in observance of Memorial Day
The following offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2024 in observance of Memorial Day: County Offices located in the County Governmental Complex, 9212 Winterberry Avenue, Covington, VA These offices will reopen for business on Tuesday, May 28, 2024. The Island Ford Transfer Station will also be CLOSED on Monday, May 27th. The post Alleghany County Governmental Complex closed in observance of Memorial Day appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Town Manager Chuck Unroe Discusses Smith Creek Water Line, Vandalism, and Code Enforcement During May’s Community Gathering
On the evening of May 16, the town of Clifton Forge held their monthly, third Thursday, Community Gathering at the Historic Masonic Theatre. At promptly 6:30 PM, Eddie Graham —director of Jackson River’s Governor School— kicked off the meeting with a warm introduction to attendees. “The purpose of the gatherings is to involve the community […] The post Town Manager Chuck Unroe Discusses Smith Creek Water Line, Vandalism, and Code Enforcement During May’s Community Gathering appeared first on The Virginian Review.
City of Covington to begin paving in Idlewilde area
Beginning Monday, May 20, 2024, weather permitting, the following streets will be closed for paving work; S. Trout St, S. Forrest, and S. Greenway Dr. (from S. Carpenter to E. Detroit). NO ON STREET PARKING from 6:30 a.m. through 6:30 p.m. Delays should be expected between the hours of 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. throughout […] The post City of Covington to begin paving in Idlewilde area appeared first on The Virginian Review.
West Virginia Dandelion Festival Blossoms in Celebration of Nature’s Determination
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. (WVDN) — The resilient dandelion, often dismissed as a mere weed, takes center stage in the heart of West Virginia as the 2024 Dandelion Festival kicks off in White Sulphur Springs. Sponsored by WSS Main Street and the City of White Sulphur Springs, the festival pays homage to the tenacity of […] The post West Virginia Dandelion Festival Blossoms in Celebration of Nature’s Determination appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Covington Council Hears Proposed Budget and Abandons a Contested Right of Way
After an innovation by Wanda Moore, First Lady, Gospel Tabernacle Church of God in Christ, in the absence of Elder Pete Moore, and the pledge of allegiance to the flag, the Covington City Council called their regular meeting to order, Tuesday evening. They heard the proposed 2024-2025 fiscal year budget and voted unanimously to abandon […] The post Covington Council Hears Proposed Budget and Abandons a Contested Right of Way appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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