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AHPS Announces Office Closures For Independence Day
LOW MOOR — Alleghany Highlands Public Schools offices will be closed Wednesday, July 3, and Thursday, July 4, for Independence Day. Offices are closed on Fridays during summer months under summer operating hours that extend the daily hours the other four workdays weekly that offices are open. AHPS offices will reopen on Monday, July 8. […] The post AHPS Announces Office Closures For Independence Day appeared first on The Virginian Review.
The Wall of Valor at Covington Post Office has been updated
On June 28 Curtis A Smith VFW Post 1033 Auxiliary updated the Wall of Valor at the post office with more Vietnam Veterans. Our goal is to recognize as many as we can this year with the coming of the Vietnam Wall That Heals which is coming to Covington October 3-6, 2024. Thank you to the […] The post The Wall of Valor at Covington Post Office has been updated appeared first on The Virginian Review.
City of Covington to hold 4th of July Celebration
The City of Covington will be holding their 4th of July Celebration at the Jackson River Sports Complex. The events start at 4pm with local musician Michael Armstrong and Friends. With this group you might just here them play the song “Margaritaville”. Also, we will be having Josh Shilling from Mountain Heart there as a special […] The post City of Covington to hold 4th of July Celebration appeared first on The Virginian Review.
The Wall That Heals receives donations from around the area
Bath County Community Hospital donated to the Wall That Heals Covington, coming to the Jackson River Sports Complex October 3-6,2024, to honor all who lost their lives defending our country during the Vietnam War. Pictured from left is Larry Wright representing VFW Post 1033, receiving a donation from Lori Hicks, representing Bath Community Hospital in […] The post The Wall That Heals receives donations from around the area appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter: Independence and the Ninth District
A newsletter from 2017 entitled “Independence and Southwest Virginia” was one of my favorites. Many of you have told me over the years it was a favorite of yours too. Because of redistricting, the Ninth District has added some communities and lost some communities. So, I thought it might be of interest to review locations […] The post Congressman Griffith’s Weekly E-Newsletter: Independence and the Ninth District appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Clifton Forge holds Council meeting for second reading of proposed budget
Residents from across the area showed up to the Clifton Forge town council chambers, for a called meeting on Tuesday evening. The core objective of the meeting was to conduct a second reading of the budget proposed for the upcoming year 2024/2025, as well as consider approving the proposed budget. A major Part of the […] The post Clifton Forge holds Council meeting for second reading of proposed budget appeared first on The Virginian Review.
NFPA safety tips to help families protect themselves against risks of electric shock drowning in pools and at marinas
June 27, 2024 – With summer upon us and the 4th of July holiday just around the corner, the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) is reminding people about potential electrical hazards that exist in swimming pools and hot tubs, onboard boats, on docks and piers, and in waters surrounding boats, marinas, and launch ramps. While most people are unaware […] The post NFPA safety tips to help families protect themselves against risks of electric shock drowning in pools and at marinas appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Letter to the editor – Karen Swoope
Dear Editor, Be afraid. Be very afraid. The Conservative Six justices, having established an Imperial Supreme Court, have now established an Imperial Presidency via the presidential immunity ruling. Only the Court of Public Opinion, and that means you and me and our votes, folks, can avoid the worst case scenario. Otherwise Trump will ascend to the office, er, […] The post Letter to the editor – Karen Swoope appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Obituary: Annie Mae Dowdy Rose, 87
Annie Mae Dowdy Rose Annie Mae Dowdy Rose, 87, of Harrisonburg and formerly of Covington, died Monday, July 1, 2024 at The Phoenix Assisted Living Community in Harrisonburg. A funeral service will be held Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 2:00 PM in the chapel of Arritt Funeral Home with the Rev. Inger Manchester officiating. The […] The post Obituary: Annie Mae Dowdy Rose, 87 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Obituary: Edwin “Curtis” McCaleb, 85
Edwin “Curtis” McCaleb Edwin “Curtis” McCaleb, age 85, of 588 Locust Bottom Road, Eagle Rock, Virginia died Monday, July 1, 2024 at his residence. He will be loved forever and greatly missed. Edwin was born on October 30, 1938 in Eagle Rock, Virginia to the late James and Harriet Fridley McCaleb. He grew up in Sophia, West […] The post Obituary: Edwin “Curtis” McCaleb, 85 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Obituary: Benjamin Terry King, 81
Benjamin Terry King Benjamin Terry King, age 81, died Tuesday, June 11, 2024. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, July 6, 2024 at 2:00PM at Windy Cove Presbyterian Church, Millboro. The family will receive friends from 12:00 Noon until time of service. Nicely Funeral Home, Clifton Forge is handling the arrangements. The post Obituary: Benjamin Terry King, 81 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
The Shadow: Why are children and the innocent being sacrificed?
Welcome back, Shadowers! Last week, the Shadow firmly stated that there was no war between the Virginian Review and the Good News Church on Main. In fact, the Virginian Review has been highly supportive of the Church for years, covering and promoting its activities and events like the Annual Christmas Bazaar. However, Covington Mayor Tom […] The post The Shadow: Why are children and the innocent being sacrificed? appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Five Lumberjacks headed to this weekends ASG
COVINGTON – The rosters for the Valley Baseball League All-Star game were recently announced as the South Division will be well represented with five Covington players. Headed to Purcellville this weekend for the VBL ASG from the Lumberjacks includes 1B/C Jackson Toberman, OF Chenar Brown, OF Kaleb Henry, P Cesar Valera, and P Jorge A. […] The post Five Lumberjacks headed to this weekends ASG appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Lumberjacks look for strong second half
COVINGTON – With the first half of the 2024 Valley Baseball League season out of the way, Covington (8-14) will look to improve on an up and down first half. The Lumberjacks ended the first half of the season on a huge positive note following a 14-1 road victory over Staunton at Gypsy Hill Park […] The post Lumberjacks look for strong second half appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Jacks’ snap their 5-game losing skid; Griffith collects first hit
STAUNTON – One game separated Covington and the All-Star break. As the first half of the Valley League Baseball season was concluding, the Lumberjacks were heading in the wrong direction as they were riding a five-game losing streak. While everything seemed bleak for Covington going into the All-Star break, the Lumberjacks reversed course and pounded […] The post Jacks’ snap their 5-game losing skid; Griffith collects first hit appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Fortes dominant in Jacks’ win
COVINGTON – In what was a hard fought game on Thursday night, Covington made it back to back wins following a close 4-1 victory over Staunton in a Valley Baseball League game in Covington at Casey Field. In just his third start of the season, Michael Fortes (W/1-1) was nearly unhittable as he earned […] The post Fortes dominant in Jacks’ win appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Griffith Greets Ninth District Winner of 2024 Congressional Art Competition, Artwork Unveiled in U.S. Capitol
U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) welcomed Rishi Nair of Blacksburg High School to Washington, D.C.. As the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition from Virginia’s Ninth Congressional District, Rishi’s artwork Mabry Mill is now officially displayed in the U.S. Capitol. “The Ninth District is home to many talented artists,” said Griffith. “Visitors from across the United States […] The post Griffith Greets Ninth District Winner of 2024 Congressional Art Competition, Artwork Unveiled in U.S. Capitol appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Jacks’ drop 5th in a row
HARRISONBURG – It was eight days prior when Covington pounded the defending Valley Baseball League champion Harrisonburg 9-1. Eight days later the Turks got one back on the Lumberjacks with a slim 5-4 victory at Veterans Memorial Park on Thursday night. Looking down and out, Covington made it a relatively interesting game in the seventh inning. […] The post Jacks’ drop 5th in a row appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Virginia State Police investigate fatal crash on Interstate 81 in Roanoke County
SALEM, Va. (VR) – Virginia State Police is investigating a two-vehicle crash which resulted in a fatality. The crash occurred Friday, (June 28) at 4:25 p.m. on Interstate 81 southbound at the 133-mile marker in Roanoke County. A 1998 International 4700 was traveling south on Interstate 81, when the vehicle struck a 2022 Freightliner tractor […] The post Virginia State Police investigate fatal crash on Interstate 81 in Roanoke County appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Rep. Cline Leads Colleagues in Letter to Biden On Strong Opposition To The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard
Washington, DC (VR) – Congressman Ben Cline (R-VA) led his colleagues in a letter to President Joe Biden, demanding that the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the Department of Agriculture (USDA) do not move forward with adopting the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) as the minimum energy efficiency standard. In April of […] The post Rep. Cline Leads Colleagues in Letter to Biden On Strong Opposition To The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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