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3/9/10	School Board Representatives Meet With Members of Board of Supervisors On Tuesday, March 9, 2010 the Laisison Committee, consisting of 2 members of the Patrick County Board of Supervisors and 2 members of the County School Board met at the School Board office.
3/8/10	US Unemployment Stayed at 9.7% for February 2010 The U.S. unemployment rate stayed at 9.7 percent in February as employers cut a fewer-than-expected 36,000 jobs, the Labor Department reported Friday.
3/8/10	Customer Service Workshop-Meadows of Dan on March 11 Free Workshop offered to local businesses at the Community Center, Meadows of Dan, VA. Speaker: Bobbie Walker from the Virginia Travel Corporation
3/7/10	Lady Cougars Win Over Northside 60-53 Lady Cougars basketball team beat Northside at Salem Civic Center 60-53 with Kylene Culler scoring career-high 27 points and 10 rebounds. They now advance to State finals in Richmond
3/7/10	Delene Curry Found Dead Just Off Rt. 103 Ms. Curry's body and her Chevrolet Caprice were found down a steep embankment on Virginia Route 103. Ms. Curry had been missing since Feb. 27. VA State Police is investigating.
3/7/10	Board of Supervisors Meeting March 8-2010 The Patrick County Board of Supervisors meeting was held on Monday, March 8, 2010.
3/7/10	Fun Easter Classes Slated for Reynolds Homestead The Reynolds Homestead will be offering two fun workshops in preparation for the upcoming Easter season—“Eggstra Artistic” with Karen Eggleston and “Spring Cookie Workshop” with Lora Mahaffey.
3/6/10	Supt. Dr. Roger Morris Declares March 6th as Green And Gold Day In light of the Patrick County High School Cougars Girls Basketball Team being in the State Tournament Dr. Roger Morrise declares Mar. 6 as "Green and Gold Day".
3/5/10	Daily Bread Diner Holds Ribbon Cutting and Opening Ceremony The Daily Bread Diner at Patrick Avenue, Stuart, VA held their ribbon cutting ceremony and grand opening on Friday, March 5, 2010 in Downtown Stuart, next door to the Historic Star Theatre.
3/4/10	Patrick County Exhibits at Fast Track Trade Show-Martinsville The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce represented our county businesses and attractions at the Annual Martinsville Fast Track Show at 4PM each evening, March 2-3, 2010
3/3/10	Norris Funeral Services Holds Ribbon Cutting-Stuart, VA Norris Funeral Services opened a new facility at 129 Howell Lane, Stuart, VA on March 1, 2010. They have taken over what was formerly Community Funeral Services location.
3/3/10	Geneology For Beginnners Workshop-Reynolds Homestead-Critz CRITZ, VA (March 5, 2010)—Mary Kegley, author and compiler of over 55 books on history and genealogy, will lead a “Genealogy for Beginners” at the Reynolds Homestead on Saturday, March 27
3/3/10	Board of Supervisors Budget Review March 4 The Patrick County Board of Supervisors held a budget review session on Thursday, March 4 on the 2010-2011 Annual Budget
3/2/10	Virginia Tourism Conducts Tourism Industry Study Virginia Tourism Corporation will be conducting a strategic research study conerning the needs of the Tourism Industry. VTC has hired the Southeastern Institute of Research, Inc. (SIR), a professional marketing research firm, to conduct an online survey
3/1/10	Patrick County Girls Win Region 4, Division 3 Title in Basketball The Patrick County Girls Basketball team defeated Graham High 52-39 to win the division title. Their record is 16-9overall.
3/1/10	Soil and Water Conservation District Recognizes Staff The Commonwealth of Virginia’s Patrick County Soil & Water Conservation District recognized Directors and Staff for their years of service at their regular District Board meeting
3/1/10	Governor's Jobs Bill Advancing-State Legislature Report The Governor's jobs package continues to move along smartly. From a House sub-committee on Friday, emerged SB 184/Colgan (conformed to
2/28/10	Del. Morgan Griffith Will Run Against Rick Boucher-9th District Del. Morgan Griffith (R) from the Salem and Roanoke area has announced he is running against Rep. Rick Boucher (D), Abingdon, 9th U. S. Congressional District
2/28/10	Writing Class-Spriritual Biographry-The Reynolds Homestead CRITZ, VA (March 1, 2010)—The Reynolds Homestead will host “The Story of Your Life: A Spiritual Biography” writing class
2/27/10	New Construction Cost Reaches $28.1 Million In Patrick County-2009 The 2009 new construction costs reached $28.1 million in Patrick County, VA showing a 23% increase over 2008. Commercial construction outpaced new home construction.
2/27/10	Patrick Lady Cougars Win Regional Championship Game 52-39 Congratulations to the PCHS Lady Cougars who will be defending their Group AA, Region IV, Division 3 Title in the Regional Championship Game on Friday night in the Cougar Den. They won 52-39!
2/27/10	Daily Bread Diner Opens Restuarant in Downtown Stuart Elaine and Andy Shouse have opened the Daily Bread Diner in downtown Stuart on Patrick Avenue. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held on Friday, March 5, at 10:30am. Public is invited
2/27/10	Lady Cougars Play in State Tournament Mar. 5 The Patrick County Lady Cougar Basketball team will play in the State Quarterfinals on Friday, March 5, 2010 at 7:00 PM against the Northside High School Lady Vikings.
2/26/10	An Announcement of a New Dirctor for the Blue Ridge Nursing Center Gerald Williams has been named Vice-President of Development and will oversee a new division of the company. Richard Shelley has been appointed the new Administrator.
2/26/10	Sen. Warner Works with Republican on Financial Regulatory Reform Senator Warner has been working hard on the Senate Banking Committee on legislation to fix the regulatory system that failed to prevent the 2008 near-meltdown on Wall Street that triggered the continued economic crisis.
2/26/10	McDonnell Directs Efforts to Patch Virginia Pot Holes Governor Bob McDonnell today directed the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) to focus efforts during March on patching the thousands of potholes
2/25/10	Patrick Chamber Banquet set for March 25-Suart, Va Chamber Banquet has been rescheduled for March 25, 6:30pm at JD Hooker building, Rotary Field, Woodland Dr., Stuart, VA
2/24/10	HWY 61 Bluegrass Band Plays for Music Assoc.-Stuart, VA The PCMA is featuring HWY 61 Bluegrass Band on Saturday, February 27th at the Rotary Field in Stuart, Virginia. The doors open at 3:00PM and admission is free of charge.
2/23/10	Chamber After Hours-Patrick County Ever Popular Chamber After Hours Announced for the next 4 months. See list below
2/23/10	National Park Service will Purchase 50,000 acres Adjoining Parkway National Park service will purchase 50,000 acres adjoining the Blue Ridge Parkway. $75 million will be allocated over five years to allow the National Park Service to acquire and preserve high priority land.
2/22/10	Gov. McDonnell Signs Bill Reducing Electricity 12% Governor Bob McDonnell was joined by delegates and senators from throughout Southside, western and southwestern Virginia this morning as he signed his first bills since taking office.
2/22/10	Dale Firebaugh to Run For Congress-Stuart Dale Firebaugh, owner of Honduras Coffee, Main Street, Stuart, VA will run for 9th District Congressional Seat as an Independent agains veteran Congressman, Rick Boucher
2/22/10	Norris Funeral Home Comes To Stuart, VA Norris Funeral Home is holding a grand opening and ribbon cutting on March 1, 11:00am at the former Community Funeral Home location
2/22/10	Rod Barfield Article: THERE OUGHTA BE A LAW "I had the pleasure last fall of a visit form my grandson, Nathan, who is ten. It is normal on his visits that we begin strategizing and laying out our itinerary a couple of weeks before he arrives. " By Rod Barfield
2/21/10	Town of Stuart Constructs Crooked Road Kiosk-Stuart, VA The Town of Stuart has constructed a new Crooked Road Kiosk and sign on Blue Ridge Street, next door the the Post Office and the County Courthouse.
2/18/10	Step, Inc. Advertises Jobs in Early Head Start The Enterprise, dated Feb. 17, 2010 advertised 5 full time jobs associated with the Step Early Head Start program. Also 1 part time positions.
2/17/10	Results Now Accepting Applications-Stuart, VA If you are interested in working in a fast paced, growing Call Center, then this is the place for YOU!!!! We offer competitive wages and opportunity for advancement.
2/16/10	Rod Barfield Talks in Favor Of Rail Trails Rod Barfield speaks in favor of Rail Trails: "Bike trails have been known to revive shrinking rural economies by luring tourists and potential homebuyers. A Stuart-to-Martinsville rail trail would be a huge but inexpensive investment in the future of Pat
2/16/10	Layoffs Announced at RotoMetrics in Meadows of Dan, VA Employees at the RotoMetrics plant at Meadows of Dan were notified of layoffs on Friday, Feb. 12, 2010. Reportedly, 88 people were laid off.
2/16/10	Patrick County Soil and Water Receives Award-Best Management The Patrick County Soil and Water Conservation District presented Larry and Suzanne Hutchens with the Virginia Clean Water Farm Award at their February Board meeting.
2/16/10	Ararat Community Forms Tourism Committee The Ararat Community has formed a Tourism Committe dedicated to celebrating agricultural Heritage and Music annually in May.
2/16/10	Stuart Town Council Approves Partnership on Mayo River Trail with County At the regular meeting tonight at the Stuart Town Office, the Town Council unanimously approved a resolution in support of the Mayo River Trail which begins in the town limits.
2/16/10	See Lady Cougars on www.betterthanradio.us The PCHS JV Lady Cougars played in the JV Championship game on Wednesday night. Your website browsers can listen to our exclusive post game interview with first year head coach Jessica Slate on www.BetterThanRadio.us/ALitlleGoodNews/htm
2/16/10	RotoMetrics of Meadows of Dan Cosolidating-Eliminating 90 jobs Feb. 12-RotoMetrics, Inc. announced today the decision to consolidate its North American Solid Die manufacturing process. This consolidation will affect approximately 90 employees at the RotoMetrics, Meadows of Dan, VA
2/15/10	$21.5 Million Stimulus Funds-Patrick Co. Schools Will receive a portion According to Feb. 9 Martinsville Bulletin, Page 1, Sen. Mark Warner and Sen Jim Webb announce grants to add more than 575 miles of high speed Internet infrastructure to the region. Patrick Co. Schools will benefit.
2/14/10	Prospective Interpreters Tea-At The Reynolds Homestead-Feb. 24 CRITZ, VA (February 17, 2010)— The Volunteer Interpreter program at The Reynolds Homestead is beginning its second year.
2/13/10	Blue Ridge Parkway Closed at Meadows of Dan, VA Due to multiple snows and generally bad weather the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance is snow covered and impassable at Meadows of Dan, VA at the U. S. Route 58 exit
2/13/10	Wood Brothers Wave Green Flag at Daytona-2010 Glen and Leonard Wood wave the green flag to start the Daytona 500 on Feb. 14, 2010.
2/12/10	Fish Virginia Organization Meets at Fairystone Park-Stuart The Fish Virginia First organization held their monthly board meeting at Fairystone Park, near Stuart, VA on Feb. 12.
2/11/10	Snow Piled Up at Wal-Mart Parking Lot-Stuart, VA Here is an example of piles of snow in Patrick County, VA. Photo taken on morning of February 11, 2010 by Tom Bishop
2/10/10	WIN ! Roses from Fun Facts Radio !!! Email FunFacts@BetterThanRadio.us your name, address and telephone number along with your 'love story'. The Fun Facts Radio Crew will read your stories and award roses to the winner of our contest.
2/10/10	Winter Wonderland Getaway Special offered by Chateau Morrisette. A $65.00 Gift Card toward dinner for two or shopping at'The Chateau' also an $85.00 lodging coupon toward your Firday evening lodging for two at participating facilities and Winery tour and wine tasting for two for ONLY $155.00.
2/9/10	Patrick County Senior's Meeting cancelled for Feb. 11 Meeting for Patrick County Seniors. Food, fellowship at Rotary Field on Feb. 11 has been cancelled, due to expected weather problems.
2/9/10	Patrick Co. Schools Seeking Bids for Waterline-Stuart,VA The Patrick County Schools is seeking bids on installation of a waterline around and connected to the High School, 215 Cougar Lane, Stuart, VA. Bids opened on Mar. 9-2010. Pre-bid conference 2:30pm Feb. 23.
2/9/10	Clyde Turner-Local Auto Parts Dealer Feeding Chickens Local Used Car Dealer and Auto Parts is show here feeding his chickens tootsie rolls on Feb. 12, 2010.
2/8/10	Board of Supervisors Meeting-February 8, 2010 The following is a news report on the Monday night meeting of the Patrick County Board of Supervisors.
2/8/10	Rod Barfield Touts Benefit of Rail Trails Rod Barfield, retired businessman, tells of the benefits of Rail Trails. This story is about THE GREAT ALLEGHENY PASSAGE. Rod is a director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
2/8/10	Black History Month-Gospel Choirs at The Homestead CRITZ, VA-Feb. 12, 2010— Gospel choirs from churches throughout the area will gather at the Reynolds Homestead Continuing Education Center on Sunday, Feb. 14, at 3:00p.m.
2/7/10	Patrick County, VA experiences Another Winter Storm On Feb. 5, 2010, Patrick County experienced another winter storm. Heavy wet snow, rain, sleet. It was messy. Trees falling. Tree limbs all over the road. Much of Patrick County Lost power on evening of Feb. 5
2/7/10	7500 Customers in Patrick County lost electric power-Feb. 5-2010 As reported by the Martinsville Bulletin 16,735 Henry County and 7500 Patrick County residents lost power on Feb. 5th. On Saturday morning, the whole Town of Stuart was without power. The Wal-Mart in Stuart was trying to get emergency power going about
2/7/10	Appalachian Power Reports 40,000 Customers Without Power According the Appalachian Power web site, the freezing rain, sleet and high wind caused power outages impacting 40,000 customers at its peak on Feb. 5 in Henry and Patrick Counties.
2/7/10	The Reynolds Homestead Closed Feb. 8-2010 The Reynolds Homestead Continuing Education Center will be closed on Monday, February 8. No activities will take place that day.
2/7/10	UPDATE From Appalachian Power-Power Outages-Feb. 8 Virginia Feb 5 Winter Storm Update: 10:00 AM, 2/8/2010 On Friday, February 5, a major winter storm hit much of the Appalachian Power Virginia service area with a combination of snow, freezing rain, sleet, rain and, in some cases, high wind.
2/6/10	WDBJ Channel 7 Says 200,000 Virginians Without Power Saturday Morning Channel 7, WDBJ TV in Roanoke reported 200,000 Virginia Customers were without electricity on Saturday morning. Transmission lines from Fieldale to Stuart, and Woolwine to Stuart were down.
2/6/10	Rapid Response Session Cancelled due to the Impending Weather The Rapid Response session scheduled for Feb. 10 for Aerial Machine laid off workers has been cancelled.
2/5/10	National Historic Trust Honors VA Crooked Road Music Trail The Naitional Trust for Historic Preservation has named Virginia's Crooked Road heritage music trail among a dozen of distinctive destinations in the U. S.
2/5/10	PATRICK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CLOSED FEB. 5-2010 DUE TO THE WINTER SNOW STORM, THE PATRICK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY TODAY
2/5/10	PATRICK COUNTY GOVT. AND SCHOOLS CLOSED-FEB. 5-2010 PATRICK COUNTY GOVT. AT VETERAN'S MEMORIAL BLDG. IN STUART, VA WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY. FEB. 5, 2010. ALSO, PATRICK COUNTY SCHOOLS ARE CLOSED. DUE TO SNOW STORM
2/5/10	WINTER STORM WARNING-PATRICK AND HENRY COUNTIES ACCORDING TO THE WEATHER REPORT, MARTINSVILLE, HENRY COUNTY AND PATRICK COUNTY ARE UNDER A WINTER STORM WARNING. UNDERWAY AT DAYBREAK ON FRIDAY MORNING, FEB. 5
2/5/10	Patrick Springs Fire Dept. Receives $77,663 Federal Grant Feb. 4-Patrick Springs Volunteer Fire Department Receives Federal Boost . Congressman Rick Boucher secures Federal funds for new equipment.
2/5/10	Appalachian Power Experiences Major Outage in WV in December In December, a power outage effected 223,000 customers during the period of Dec. 19-31, 2009. It was the largest in their 84 years of business. Some customers lost service for 8 days.
2/4/10	Appalachian Power to Halt 12.5% Rate Increase This was reported by the Martinsville Bulletin on February 4, 2010, page 1. Appalachian Power Co. has proposed a halt to its 12.5 percent interim rate increase, a spokesman for the company said.
2/3/10	Community Funeral Home Announces Plans To Close Stuart Location Community Funeral Home of Stuart, VA has made the decision to close the funeral home in Stuart, VA, located on JEB Stuart Highway.
2/2/10	Families Enjoy the Snow of Jan. 29-2010 The snow of January 2010, producing about 8 inches, was very enjoyable for families who were at home on Saturday and Sunday of this weekend.
2/2/10	Gov. Proposes Increasing speed limit to 70MPH in Rural Areas RICHMOND- Governor Bob McDonnell’s proposal to increase the speed limit in Virginia to 70mph in rural and less populated areas was approved today by both chambers of the General Assembly
2/1/10	Mayo River Trail Planned for Town of Stuart, VA The construction of the first phase of the Mayo River Trail in Stuart, VA will begin in Downtown Stuart and roughly following Commerce Street. It will include 2 parks. Before construction begins, VDOT will review and approve the county design plans.
2/1/10	Rick Boucher a Proponent of Using Abandoned Rail Lines for Trails Congressman Rick Boucher says the Patrick County Mayo River Trail has the potential of generating revenue above and beyond property taxes. He is helping with the funding support
1/31/10	Patrick Unemployment reaches 11.4% in December 2009 Patrick County, VA unemployment reached 11.4% in December, 2009, compared to 10.6% in November.
1/31/10	Virginia Travel To Get Additional $3.6 million for Budget Gov. Bob McDonnell announced an additional $3.6 million over the next 2 years for the Virginia Travel Organization for economic development and jobs package.
1/30/10	Another Big Snow Hits Patrick County-Virginia On Friday night, and Saturday morning, Jan. 29 & 30, we got hit with another snow storm. At 10:00am, about 6-8 inches. Everything has come to a standstill. No traffic on the highways.
1/29/10	Governor Declares State of Emergency-Southwest Virginia Potential Winter Storm. Governor Bob McDonnell declared a state of emergency today, authorizing state agencies to assist local governments responding to the potential winter storm that is expected to affect parts of the Commonwealth Friday and Saturday.
1/29/10	Flooding in Patrick County Closes Some Roads-Jan. 2010 Recent flooding in Patrick County, VA, caused numerous roads to be closed. Here is a photo of the big hole in Commerce St., Stuart.
1/27/10	Patrick County Chamber Office will be Information Location for US Census The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will be a "Be Counted" site where U. S. Census information can be disseminated. Questionaires can be picked up at a Point of Sale display
1/27/10	Chamber Banquet Cancelled!!! Due to the winter storm predicted for Friday in Patrick County we are cancelling the Annual Chamber Banquet that was planned for January 29th
1/27/10	Food Lion Will Close Feb. 3-Stuart, VA-Super Discounts Available! The Food Lion in Stuart, VA will close it's doors on Feb. 3 costing Patrick County about 50 jobs, consisting of part-time, and full time employees. The company says, Stuart is one of 15 underperforming stores
1/27/10	Dr. Roger Morris Recognized by Longwood University Dr. Roger Morris, Division School Supt. for Patrick County, VA will be recognized by Longwood University to receive the "Professionals Who Made a Difference" award on Mar. 4.
1/27/10	Gov McDonnell Unvveils Jobs Agenda Jan. 26-Gov McDonnell Unvveils . He was joined by legislators from both sides of the aisle.
1/26/10	Tourism Jobs Available-Virginia Welcome Center-Lambsburg The Mt. Airy News Employment ads for January 24, 2010 show two job openings athe I-77 Welcome Center in Lambsburg. Tourism Counselor and Tourism Relations Manager. To learn more about this go to:
1/26/10	Town of Stuart May Partner with County for Mayo River Trail A partnership between the Town of Stuart and Patrick County is being considered in the developoment and maintenance of the Mayo River Trail. A recent meeting was conducted on Jan. 20
1/26/10	Funding Available to Help Farmers To Extend Growing Season The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced a new pilot project under the 'Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food' initiative for farmers to establish high tunnels - also known as hoop houses
1/25/10	Patrick County School Construction The picture is of the new construction at the Patrick Springs Elementary in Patrick County, VA. Photos compliments of the School Board Office
1/25/10	Aerial Machine Lays Off 50 employees-Vesta Aerial Machine and Tool of Vesta, VA has announced the layoff of 50 employees due to the completion of a Defense contract. This impacts the Ararat, Stuart and Vesta plants.
1/24/10	New Batting Center Opened on Rt. 8 South-Stuart-Jan. 23rd Home PL8 Batting Center on Route 8 opened its doors on Saturday, January 23 It is located on Route 8 South of Stuart, next door to Salon 8
1/22/10	Virginia Jobless Rate Rises for December 2009 U. S. Labor Department reported on Friday that Virginia jobless rate was 6.9%in December 2009, up from 6.6% in November 2009.
1/22/10	Appalachian Power Offers Payment Option-Roanoke, VA On Friday, Jan. 22, Appalachian Power Co. announced adding a payment option for monthly electric bills. Source: Martinsville Bulletin, Jan. 24, 2010
1/21/10	Rick Boucher Says Democrats Must Cooperate on Health Care As reported in the Martinsville Bulletin on January 21, 2010, Rick Boucher is encouraging the Democrats in U. S. Congress to cooperate with Republicans to pass Health Care legislation.
1/21/10	Ice Storm On Lover's Leap Mountain-Near Stuart, VA The mountain top area of Patrick County, VA was hit by another ice storm January 21-22, 2010, at 3000 ft. elevation. This photo was taken on U. S. Route 58 at the Lover's Leap Overlook by Tom Bishop, Jan. 22nd.
1/21/10	Lover's Leap Photo On a Winter Day in January, 2010 This photo was taken by Tom Bishop about 1:30pm, January 22, 2010. The scene changes here as the weather changes. When passing by this same location at 3:30pm it was fogged over and not a picture taking time.
1/20/10	Fairystone State Park Says Economic Impact is $3.4 million Fairystone Park near Stuart, VA has reported on the economic impact to this locality is $3,381,534. Attendance in 2009 was down by 6 percent.
1/20/10	Proposal to Increase Virginia Income Tax by $2 billion rejected Richmond-According to the Assoicated Press the Virginia House of Delegates voted to reject an increase in State Income Tax was voted down, 97-0. One delegate who sponsored the bill abstained. No one voted for the bill
1/20/10	Gov. McDonnell Will Give Republican Response to State of Union Newly elected Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell will give the Republican response to President Obama's State of The Union Address on Wednesday of next week.
1/19/10	Federal Funding Available for Farmers and Forest Land Owners Nearly $10 million is now available for Virginia farmers and forest land owners who would like to address soil and water conservation concerns on their land. The funds are provided through the federal Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).
1/19/10	Grace Baptist Church Voted To Begin Construction On Rt. 58 The Grace Baptist Church of Patrick County recently voted to begin construction of their new church at the intersection of Rt. 58 and Woolwine Highway, just outside the Town of Stuart, VA
1/19/10	NC Jobless Rate Goes to 11.2% for December 2009 North Carolina's jobless rate hit a high of 11.2% in December, according to the Employment Security Commission. The national jobless rate was 10%.
1/18/10	Patrick County Music Association-Stuart - Jamboree- Jan. 23 January 23-The monthly jamboree at Rotary Field on Woodland Drive. Stuart, VA. Featuring: Lost and Found. Gates open at 4:00pm. FREE
1/18/10	Popular Science Publishes Article about Claudville, VA-White Space The following is an article exerpted from Popular Science's web page telling about Claudville, VA using the vacated air waves, "White Space".
1/18/10	Hunter's Chapel Joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Hunter's Chapel Assembly Church on Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA has just joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber invites all churches in the community to join the Chamber.
1/17/10	Step, Inc. Advertises for Office Manager-Stuart, vA Step, Inc., a multifaceted community action agency is seeking a full time Office Manager for the Stuart, VA site. Previous experience required. High School diploma. Associates Degree preferred.
1/17/10	Job Available- Medical Social Worker-Mt. Valley Hospice Mountain Valley Hospice--Medical Social Worker Full Time & On-Call Rotation
1/16/10	Bob McDonnell Becomes 71st Governor of Virginia Richmond-Bob McDonnell took the oath of office, becoming the 71st governor on Saturday. His daughter sang the National Anthem. He signs two orders immediately.
1/15/10	Rick Boucher Announces Funding for Bristol Cultural Heritage Center $2.5 Million in Federal Funds Advances Birthplace of Country Music Cultural Heritage Center (January 15, 2010) Announcement of Federal Funding for the Birthplace of Country Music Alliance Cultural Heritage Center
1/14/10	Outgoing Gov. Tim Kaine Addresses the State Legislature RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine will deliveed his final State of the Commonwealth Address to the Joint Assembly in Richmond last night.
1/14/10	Gov. Kaine Announces $10 Million Grant for Biomass Energy GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES THE AWARD OF $10 MILLION IN FUNDS FOR THE BIOMASS ENERGY GRANT PROGRAM. Virginia Biomass Energy Projects Funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA)
1/13/10	Special Message to CenturyLink customers-January 13 It has come to our attention that an email appearing to be from CenturyLink is currently circulating that has been identified by our company as fraudulent.
1/13/10	Chamber Offices Hours Changed-Effective January 19-2010 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office hours are now to open at 9:30am and close at 4:00pm, Monday-Friday and Closed all day Saturday and Sunday
1/12/10	Patrick Springs Elementary -Recognized for High Performance! RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that 153 Virginia public schools have earned the 2010 Governor’s Award for Educational Excellence. Patrick Springs was included!
1/11/10	Patrick County Board of Supervisors Meeting January 11 The following is a report submitted by Tom Bishop of the Patrick County Board of Supervisor's meeting on Monday, January 11, 2010
1/11/10	Patrick High and Stuart Elementary Earn Excellence Awards According to the Martinsville Bulletin, Patrick County High and Stuart Elementary have earned the Competence to Excellence Award.
1/10/10	Sen. Mark Warner-D (VA) Makes Stop in Martinsville, VA U. S. Senator Mark Warner makes stop in Martinsville and Danville on Monday, January 11, 2010. He is pictured here with Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
1/10/10	$10 Million Grant Being Announced by Gov. Tim Kaine Gov. Tim Kaine will be in Martinsville on Thursday, Jan. 14, 2010 to announce grant awards from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, disbursing $10 million
1/9/10	Gov. Kaine Recommends $3.1 million Funding SW Virginia Development According to the Associated Press and ABC news, Gov. Tim Kain is recommending funding for 16 projects in Southwest Virginia, that includes Patrick and Henry Counties
1/8/10	Winter Scene Mabry Mill, Virginia Photo was taken by Tom Bishop on January 7, 2010. Temperature was about 18 degrees. The Blue Ridge Parkway was completely snow covered and trecherous. Not recommend for auto travel.
1/7/10	Blue Ridge Parkway Closed-Roads Snow Covered The Blue Ridge Parkway in the Patrick, Carroll and Floyd County areas is closed and snow covered. Travel on this road is not recommended even for short distances.
1/7/10	Spencer-Penn Center gets $42,000 Grant-Appalachian Regional Commission Establishing and Sustaining a Community Kitchen. Spencer-Penn School Preservation Organization, Inc., Award: $42,200. This project will establish and staff a certified community kitchen in the Martinsville / Henry County area.
1/6/10	Patrick County Chamber Banquet to be held on January 22, 2010 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet will be held on January 22, 2010, at 6:30pm, at the J. D. Hooker Building on Woodland Drive, Stuart, VA.
1/6/10	Dr. Hamdy is New Member of Pioneer Community Hospital-Stuart Beginning January 20, 2010, Dr. Kareem A. Hamdy will be providing general surgeries and office hours every Wednesday at Pioneer Community Hospital in Stuart, VA
1/6/10	Search Expanded for Missing Stuart Woman-Letisha Faust Authorities searched a lake and a wooded area in Franklin County looking for a missing woman. It's been almost a month since Latisha Faust from Patrick County disappeared after leaving a pharmacy.
1/6/10	Realtors: FHA Supports First-Time Buyers Nearly 40% of homebuy¬ers are using Federal Housing Administration financing, according to a November survey of real estate agents. The monthly survey by the National Association of Realtors also found that first-time homebuyers are responsible for 50% o
1/5/10	REYNOLDS HOMESTEAD HOSTS NATIONAL EXHIBITION CRITZ, VA (January 6, 2010)— VSA arts and Volkswagen Group of America, Inc., present "Green Light," an art exhibition by 15 emerging artists with disabilities that is currently on display at the Reynolds Homestead until February 19.
1/4/10	2010 Blue Ridge Parkway Directory Now Available The 2010 Blue Ridge Parkway Directory and Travel Planner is now available at the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, 20475 JEB Stuart Highway, U. S. Route 58, Stuart, VA
1/4/10	PH College Offers Try It Out Craft Classes-January Patrick Henry Community College is offering half-day, "try it out" classes in January that introduce you to popular crafts.
1/4/10	Diabetes Self Management Classes-Pioneer Hospital in Stuart Classes offered in basic diabetes, insulin and other medications. Reservations required. At Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County. Date: Jan. 13, 9:30am-11:00am
1/3/10	Modular Wood of Claudville Seeking Plant Manager According to a Classified Ad in the Martinsville Bulletin, January 3, 2009, Modular Wood of 1805 Red Bank School Road, Claudville, VA is seeking an experienced person to serve as Plant Manager of their Manufacturing facility
1/3/10	Patrick County School Board Meeting Planned for Jan 14 Below is the Agenda for the Regular School Board Meeting at Patrick County High School Auditorium, January 14, 2010
1/3/10	Del. Armstrong Holds Town Hall Meeting-Jan. 7-Stuart Del. Ward Armstrong will hold a town hall meeting in Stuart. Public is invited. Jan. 7 at 5:00pm
1/3/10	Head Start Manager Needed-Step, Inc.-Franklin and Patrick Counties STEP, Inc. seeks a skilled and experienced professional to assume the position of Early Head Start Manager for Franklin and Patrick Counties. Salary range $31,000.00 - $33,000.00.
1/1/10	Step, Inc. Request Proposals for Telephone Equipment-Stuart Step, Inc. of Rocky Mt., VA has placed a legal Notice in The Enterprise seeking request for proposals for telephone equipment, including multiple extensions with the ability to communicate with the Central Office in Rocky Mt. For new Stuart Facility, 455
1/1/10	Requests For Proposal-Dan River Park-Ararat Dec. 23 - County of Patrick seeks request for proposals for the Dan River Park multi-use Trail spanning .7 miles from the Blue Ridge Elementary School to Dan River Park and State Route 671, Raven Rock Road.
12/31/09	Patrick Jobless Rate Goes to 10.6% In November 2009 Patrick County, Virginia unemployment rate went from 10.0% in October 2009, to 10.6% in November, 2009. That was 901 jobless in October and 954 jobless in November
12/31/09	Rick Boucher Urges FCC To Adopt National Broadband Plan Dec. 17- Congressman Rick Boucher, Abingdon, VA (D) has written the FCC a letter urging them to ensure all Americans have access to high-quality broadband services.
12/30/09	Sean Connaughton Named Secretary of Transportation Dec. 30-Gov. Elect Bob McDonnell has named Sean Connaughton as his secretary of transportation. He was former chairman of the Prince William Board of Supervisors.
12/29/09	Patrick Chamber Office to Close Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 Dec. 28- The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office will be closed December 31, New Year's Eve and January 1, New Year's Day.
12/29/09	North Carolina Smoking Ban Effective January 2 The new law in the State of North Carolina goes into effect on January 2, 2010. Restuarants and bars will become smoke free indoors. This applies to businesses that serves food.
12/28/09	Tom Bishop Receives Community Service Award-Stuart Rotary Dec. 14-Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, received a Community Service Award from the Stuart Rotary Club.
12/27/09	Ms. Shirley Keene Named Volunteer of the Year Ms. Shirley Keene was named "Volunteer of the Year", 2009 by The Reynolds Homestead at Critz, VA.
12/27/09	Racin' Today Web site Does story on Wood Family Racing Dec. 27-www.racintoday.com has done a series of articles on the famous Wood Brothers Racing team from Stuart, VA
12/26/09	Mt. Airy, NC reported 520 Wrecks in Dec. 18 Snow Storm The snow storm that hit Patrick County, VA and Surry County, NC is reported to be the worst in 10 years. Snowfall ranged from 8 in-12 in. depending on which community you live in.
12/25/09	Sen. Mark Warner Reports on Health Care Passage-U. S. Senate Dec. 24-The message has been received from Senator Mark Warner from VA to the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
12/24/09	Aerial View Of Primland Resort-Meadows of Dan, VA This is an aerial view of Primland's new Lodge. Photo credits to Danny Turner, Town Council, Martinsville, VA
12/23/09	Mid-Atlantic Broadband Receives Grant $1.5 million for Last-Mile Mid-Atlantic Broadband Cooperative, (MBC) has announced that $1,514,143 has been awarded MBC members as part of the last-mile matching grant program funded by Tobacco Commission
12/22/09	Terry Dalton Named to Stuart Town Council Terry Dalton, owner of the Verizon store in Downtown Stuart, VA was named to the Town of Stuart Council filling a vacancy
12/20/09	Ornaments On Sale Now-Reynolds Homestead The 2009 Chamber Christmas ornament is now on sale at the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office, 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, near Stuart Tire. Price is $10
12/20/09	Patrick Chamber Office Closed Dec. 24 and 25-2009 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in observance of the Christmas Holidays. MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL!!! Reopening Monday, Dec. 28th.
12/19/09	Winter Storm Warning Still In Effect-Patrick County, VA Winter storm warning remains in effect until 7 pm est this evening, A winter storm warning remains in effect until 7 pm est this evening. Snow will continue this morning, tapering off during the afternoon. Travel will remain hazardous and is not rec
12/19/09	Snow Storm Wallops Patrick County, VA A severe winter storm hit Patrick County, VA, the afternoon and evening of Dec. 19, 2009. It will take several days to dig ourselves out of this one. Many main roads are snow plowed, but local roads are bad
12/19/09	Mitchell's Mill Snow Covered - Dec. 18-2009 This photo is of Mitchell's Mill on the morning of Dec. 18, 2009, after approximately 9 inches of snow fell the previous evening and night. It provides a very historic picture in Patrick County, VA
12/19/09	Southwest Virginia Roads Covered Due to Snow Storm Dec. 19-Virginia Department of Transportation is having trouble getting all roads in Virginia plowed and treated. WSLS Channel 10 news.
12/19/09	Virginia Roads clogged-Portions of Interstate Highways closed Dec. 19-8:00pm Portions of I-81 and I-77 in Virginia were closed due to accidents and snow storm. One driver killed in Carroll County, VA a car overturned and slid down an embankment.
12/19/09	Girl Scout Troop Beautifies Visitor Information Center The Girl Scout Troop 784 re-worked the flowers and shrubs at the Stuart Visitor Information Center on Blue Ridge Street in Stuart
12/18/09	Chamber of Commerce Office Closing-2:00pm-Dec. 18 Due to bad snowy weather the Chamber of Commerce office in Stuart, VA is closing!!!!! Date: Dec. 18, 2009
12/18/09	Patrick County Hit With Major Winter Storm Patrick County, VA has been hit with a major winter storm. Depth of snow could reach 1 foot or more over night. It has snowed from about 1:00pm until now, 8:15 pm. Dec. 18, 2009.
12/18/09	Early Head Start Mgr Job Available at Step, Inc.-Patrick & Franklin Step, Inc. is seeking an Early Head Start Manager for Patrick County and Franklin County, VA. Early Head Start provides programming for low-income infants, toddlers and pregnant women.
12/18/09	Carpenters-Electricians-Plumbers Jobs available Step, Inc. has the following jobs available: Carpenters, Electricians, Plumbers and Laborers for indoor plumbing Rehabilitation Program through Plumbing Rehab/Loan Program funds
12/18/09	Virginia Declared A State of Emergency Dec. 18 - Gov. Tim Kaine declares a state of emergency for Virginia. More information about winter weather preparedness is available at www.vaemergency.com . Detailed information about how Virginians can stay safe during an emergency is available at www.
12/18/09	H1N1 Vaccine Available-Virginia Department of Health Announcement Dec. 21-H1N1 vaccine is available at a variety of locations in Virginia including physician offices, pharmacies, and local health departments. A useful tool to find vaccine locations is the flu vaccine locator tool on VDH’s website (www.vdh.virginia.gov
12/17/09	Kenny and Amanda Smith Perform at Patrick County Music Assoc. AWARD WINNING BLUEGRASS BAND PERFORMS AT PCMA. PCMA – December 19, 2009 – Stuart, VA. The mixture of bluegrass and gospel songs from The Kenny and Amanda Smith Band along with the heartfelt vocals will remind you of the reason for the season at the
12/16/09	Richard Rogers Interviews Gov. Elect Bob McDonnell-Dec. 16 Richard Rogers, morning talk show host of WHEO 1270AM in Stuart, VA interviewed Governor Elect Bob McDonnell on Dec. 16, 2009 at the Pre-Legislative Luncheon in Martinsville, VA
12/16/09	Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling Speaks At Pre-Legislative Lunch-Martinsville Current Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling and re-elected for another term, was one of the speakers at the Pre-Legislative lunch at Martinsville, VA on Dec. 16, 2009
12/16/09	Weekend Activities-Patrick County Virginia This is a list of key events taking place in Patrick County and surrounding area for the weekend of Dec. 17-20, 2009
12/16/09	Census Jobs Available in Patrick County, Virginia ! ! ! Want a job at $12 per hour and travel expenses? Then call 1-866-861-2010. Testing for jobs is taking place now. This is a real possibility for you.
12/15/09	Mary Jordon Receives Community Service Award-Henry County Spencer-Penn Centre Executive Director Mary Jordan had just presented an update about the center to the Henry County Board of Supervisors on Tuesday night when she got a surprise: The board presented her with the 2009 Jack Dalton Community Service Award.
12/14/09	Morgan Shepherd Ministries Donates $20,000 to PARC Workshop Morgan Shepherd, representing Victory in Jesus Racing Ministries, NASCAR car number 89, presented a $20,000 check to Henry Ayers, Director of PARC Workshop in Stuart, VA on Dec. 14, 2009
12/14/09	Barry McGee Appears in Stuart, VA Comedian, Barry McGee entertained at the PARC Workshop Christmas breakfast in Stuart, VA on Dec. 14, 2009. He is the ICM Entertainer of the Year.
12/14/09	Mayberry Deputy, David Browning Comes to Stuart, VA David Browning of Bristol, TN, came to Stuart, VA, on Dec. 14, 2009 for the PARC Workshop, Annual Christmas Breakfast
12/14/09	Roger Hayden Sworn In As Member of Patrick Board of Supervisors Roger Hayden of the Dan River District, Claudville, VA was sworn in as a new member of the Patrick County Board of Supervisors in the Historic Patrick County Courthouse, December 15, 2009
12/14/09	Photo of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart in Patrick Courthouse This photo of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart is on display in the Patrick County Virginia historic Courthouse.
12/14/09	Step, Inc. Awarded $1.2 Million Grant-Head Start Step, Inc. has been awarded a $1.2 million grant to provide Early Head Start for Franklin and Patrick Counties. This grant will allow them to serve 80 infants, toddlers, and their families.
12/14/09	Blue Ridge Marathon Planned for Apr. 24-2010-75 Yr Celebration Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the inaugural Blue Ridge Marathon will be run on April 24, 2009. $5000 watch to be awarded to winners (male and female).
12/14/09	Gov. Elect Bob McDonnell Will Visit Martinsville, VA - Dec. 16-2009 As reported by AP Wire service an the Martinsville Bulletin, Gov. Elect Bob McDonnell and Lt. Gov. Bill Bolling will speak at the Pre-Legislative Conference in Martinsville, VA on Dec. 16-2009
12/14/09	Patrick County Health Department will be Closed December 24-25 Patrick County Health Department will be Closed December 24-25 for the Christmas Holiday
12/13/09	Goodwill Opens New Drop-Off at Stuart, VA Goodwill Industries has opened a drop site at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA, next door to the U-Haul Center, the Stuart Tire Center and the Chamber of Commerce office.
12/12/09	Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening at Laymans Tire Service-Patrick Springs A Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening was celebrated on Dec. 12, 2009 at Laymans Tire Service on U. S. Route 58, Jeb Stuart Highway, East of Patrick Springs, VA
12/11/09	Ribbon Cutting Ceremony a Endeavor Consulting-Patrick Springs A ribbon cutting and grand opening was held on Dec. 11 for Endeavor Consulting of 22059 Jeb Stuart Highway, Patrick Springs.
12/11/09	Ribbon Cutting at Town and Country Market-Patrick Springs A ribbon cutting and grand opening ceremony was held on Dec. 11, 2009, at Town and Country Food Market at 22059 Jeb Stuart Highway, in Patrick Springs, VA, celebrating the new ownership of the store by Brian and Misty Ratliff.
12/11/09	Christmas Play at Star Theatre-Sat and Sunday Presented by youth at Stuart Presbyterian Church. Free admission. Love offering for missions. Downtown Star Theatre. 7:30pm Saturday, Dec. 12, and 3:00pm Sunday , Dec. 13
12/11/09	Stuart Christmas Parade Has Excellent Attendance Estimated 2000-3000 people lined Main Street in Stuart, VA for the Annual Christmas Parade on Dec. 12, 2009. Pictured here is Santa in front of the Post Office, pulled by antique Jeep driven by Mr. Buddy Williams
12/8/09	Fun Facts Radio Webcast of Stuart Christmas Parade-Dec 12 The annual Stuart Christmas Parade will be held on Saturday, December 12 at 2pm. Fun Facts Radio and More... will be webcasting the parade.
12/8/09	A CHRISTMAS CAROL to be presented-The Reynolds Homestead CRITZ, VA (December 7, 2009)— The Reynolds Homestead is pleased to welcome Richmond’s Theatre IV to the Continuing Education Center for performances of “A Christmas Carol” during its Victorian Christmas celebration.
12/8/09	Laymans Tire Service Joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Laymans Tire Service on JEB Stuart Highway, East of Patrick Springs has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
12/7/09	2010 Officers Named for Patrick County Chamber of Commerce The new officers for the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce for 2010 are: Lisa Martin, President, Patricia Crissman, Vice President and Janie Lankford, Treasurer
12/7/09	Patrick County Courthouse Decorated for Christmas The Master Gardeners have put up a Christmas tree and other decorations for the holiday at the Patrick County Courthouse on Main Street, Stuart. We appreciate their volunteer efforts
12/7/09	Weekend Activities-Patrick County, VA Thursday-Friday-Saturday-Sunday-Monday- Dec. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 2009 there will be many special events taking place in Patrick County, VA and the surrounding area celebrating the Christmas holiday.
12/7/09	Sen. Warner Speaks of Health Care Amendments-US Senate On December 8, Senator Warner and 10 other Freshman Senators introduced the "Value and Innovation" amendment package, aimed at encouraging innovation and affordability for consumers across the U.S. health care system.
12/7/09	Lemont Bryant Receives Iron Man Award-Stuart Stuart Fire Captain Lemont Bryant receives coveted 'Iron Man' Award at the Stuart Volunteer Fire Department Christmas Banquet.
12/6/09	Christmas Tree Placed at Patrick County Courthouse The Master Gardeners have put up a Christmas tree and other decorations for the holiday at the Patrick County Courthouse on Main Street, Stuart
12/6/09	New Home Construction Laurel Court-Stuart, VA New home construction is an important factor in Patrick County's economy. This new home is on Laurel Court in Stuart, VA.
12/6/09	Love Lights Celebrated at Pioneer Hospital On Monday, December 7, 2009 the Pioneer Hospital of Patrick County celebrated its Annual Christmas Tree Lighting, “Love Lights” ceremony.
12/5/09	Stuart Christmas Parade Rescheduled for Dec. 12 at 2:00pm The Patrick County Community Christmas Parade has been postponed to Saturday, December 12, 2009 @ 2pm per Galen Gilbert...
12/5/09	Patrick County Dancing Arts Center win the ' Judges Choice Elite' Award This award is the 'highest honor awarded by the judges for their tap number' and also received the 'third highest scoring large group' of the day with the same number.
12/4/09	WiFi on steroids: Delivering broadband to rural Virginia Claudville, VA -A new project could bring high-speed Internet to rural areas -- and souped-up service to urban dwellers. From Blue Ridge Business Journal. Nov. 30, 2009
12/3/09	Love Lights Christmas Tree Lighting-Pioneer Community Hospital Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County will hold their annual "Love Lights" Christmas Tree lighting on Monday, December 7, 2009 at 7:00pm
12/3/09	Wellness Cottage Publishes a Cook Book The Wellness Center in Stuart, VA has created a cookbook, "Delicious Delites the Balance of Life". Cost is $17.95. Contact information below.
12/2/09	High School Construction Project-Patrick County, VA Pictured here is the construction of a new front entrance for Patrick County High School, Stuart, VA.
12/2/09	October Jobless Rate at 10% in Patrick County for October The unemployment rate went to 10% in Patrick County, VA in Ocober 2009, compared to October 2008 when it was 6.6%
12/2/09	Charles and Mary Jo Leet Pictured in Blue Ridge Country Magazine Charlie and Mary Jo Leet were pictured in the September/October 2009 issue of Blue Ridge Country Magazine, page 51
12/1/09	Gov. Kaine Speaks to the importance of New College Institute Gov. Tim Kaine says that efforts by the New College Institute to raise the educational level is critical to the local economy. New College is a member of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
12/1/09	Gov. Kaine Celebrates Restaurant Smoking Ban RICHMOND—Governor Timothy M. Kaine celebrated today’s enactment of Virginia’s historic restaurant smoking ban during public events at smoke-free restaurants throughout the Commonwealth.
12/1/09	News Release-Patrick County Weekend Activities Dec. 2 - Special events in Patrick County, VA and the surrounding area celebrating Christmas. A great weekend coming, Dec. 3-7.
12/1/09	Stuart Christmas Parade-Webcast on BetterThanRadio.us The Patrick County Community Christmas Parade is scheduled for tomorrow (Saturday, December 5, 2009) at 2pm. The Fun Facts Radio Crew will webcast the parade Live and thanks the following sponsors for making this webcast on BetterThanRadio.us
11/30/09	Apartment for Rent on Main Street in Stuart Clean, newly renovated 1 and 2 bedroom apartments on Historical Main Street in Stuart. Convenient to many businesses. Hardwood floors and a smoke free environment.
11/30/09	CHAMBER AFTER HOURS AT REYNOLDS HOMESTEAD All Patrick County Chamber members are invited to the December After Hours at the R. J. Reynolds Homestead on Thursday, Dec. 3rd, starting at 5:30pm. Reservations required
11/29/09	Smoking Ban in Virginia Effective Dec. 1-2009 Virginia's new smoking ban in restaurants will go into effect on Dec. 1, 2009 (Tuesday). Restauarants will be allowed to have a smoking area only if they segregate smokers into rooms with proper ventilation.
11/29/09	Meadows of Dan Christmas Tree Lighting-Meadows of Dan, VA At 5:30 PM on Saturday, November 28, the community leaders and citizens of Meadows of Dan as well as guests from throughout Patrick, Carroll and Floyd County gathered to watch the lighting of the first Community Christmas Tree.
11/24/09	135 New Jobs Added to Results of Stuart-Patrick County, VA It is another great announcement from Congressman Rick Boucher and the VA Tobacco Indemnification Commission, bringing an additional 135 new jobs to Stuart and Patrick County, VA.
11/24/09	Virginia Chamber of Commerce Speaks to Recent Election of McDonnell Hugh Keogh, President of the VA Chamber of Commerce spoke recently in the Chamber newsletter about the challenges facing the new governor of Virginia, Robert F. McDonnell.
11/24/09	Weekend Activities in Patrick County, Virginia Another good weekend in Patrick County, Virginia. We welcome all our visitors.
11/23/09	Meadows of Dan Community Christmas Tree Lighting-Nov. 28 A Christmas Tree lighting will take place Saturday, Nov. 28 at 5:30pm on Business Highway Route 58 in the business district of Meadows of Dan, VA. Public Invited!
11/23/09	Rick Boucher Speaks at Ribbon Cutting Ceremony-Results of Stuart U. S. Congressman Rick Boucher was the keynote speaker for the Results Center Expansion Ribbon Cutting Ceremony in Stuart, VA on November 23, 2009
11/23/09	Janice Wilkins Receives Award for Rural Health Work Janice Wilkins, Quality Assurance Coordinator, for The Landmark Group, in Stuart, VA, was named recipient of the Virginia Association's 2009 Charles Crowder Jr. Award.
11/23/09	Sen. Mark Warner Makes Statement About Health Care Nov. 23. Senator Mark Warner of Virginia has made this public announcement about his stance on the National Health Care plan now under consideration in the U. S. Senate.
11/23/09	Groundbreaking for Sewer Project at Philpott Lake Ground was broken Monday on a sewer project at Philpott Lake, a move that could open the door to the development of a marina there. On hand for the event were Cong. Rick Boucher, Cong. Perriello, Sen. Roscoe Reynolds.
11/23/09	Buddy Pendleton Plays For Music Association Jamboree Buddy Pendleton of Patrick County, VA, played at the Patrick County Music Association Jamboree in Stuart, VA on November 21, 2009. He is championship fiddle player.
11/23/09	Century Link Addresses Fraudulent E-Mails CenturyLink addresses the fraudulent e-mails that people have been receiving that asks for password, username, date of birth, et.c PLEASE READ THIS IMPORTANT MESSAGE!
11/21/09	Excavation Begins on New Amphitheatre in Downtown Stuart During the week of Nov. 16-20, excavation work began on the Downtown Stuart, new amphitheatre and farm market site. This a part of the overall project to do a street-scape in the Business District of Stuart, VA
11/21/09	Patrick County Schools Wins Green Schools Challenge Award Nine school divisions receive top awards in the 2009 VSBA Green Schools Challenge. Winners were announced at the VSBA Annual Convention
11/21/09	Meadows of Dan New Gym Under Construction Meadows of Dan Elementary school has the new gym under construction. Picture was taken on Nov. 20 by Tom Bishop.
11/20/09	Beautification Project At Patrick County Courthouse The Master Gardeners of Patrick County are working on the yard surrounding the Patrick County Courthouse today, Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 to spruce up the looks.
11/20/09	Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little Perform in Stuart, VA-Nov. 21st Well known musician, Wayne Henderson (guitar) and Jeff Little (piano) will be the headline performers for the Patrick County Music Association on Saturday, Nov. 21 at Stuart's Rotary Field.
11/19/09	Patrick County Residents Attend Public Hearing on Power Rate Hike A hearing was held by the State Corporation Commission at Rocky Mount on Nov. 19. Speakers included Del. Ward Armstrong and Sen. Roscoe Reynolds.
11/18/09	Weekend Entertainment-Patrick County, VA The Weekend of Nov. 20, 21, and 22, 2009 promises to be a great time of entertainment for Patrick County, VA. The home of many festivals and musical celebrations.
11/17/09	The Real Deal Blues to perform at the Honduras Coffee Company this Friday, 20th of November If you are in the mood for some 'outstanding blues'. The Band describes their music: "It's Jazzy Blues and Bluzy Jazz. An electric string band plus a harmonica. See you there". $5.00 at the door. starts around 8pm
11/17/09	Results of Stuart Will Hold Ribbon Cutting-Nov. 23-Stuart Results of Stuart will hold a ribbon cutting on Monday, Nov. 23 at their offices in Rich Creek Corporate Park, Stuart, VA. Celebrating opening of another 6000 square feet section of their offices
11/16/09	Patrick County Board of Supervisors Meeting-November 16 This news report is from the Patrick County Board of Supervisors which met at 6:00pm, Monday, November 16, 2009. Report given by Tom Bishop.
11/16/09	CenturyLink Anounces Caution-Fraudulent E-mails. See the announcement received from CenturyLink telephone company today.
11/16/09	Dr. Liam Leightley Named For Southern Technology Council IALR Executive Director Tapped by Governor Kaine. Dr. Liam Leightley, IALR Executive Director, has been appointed to serve on the Southern Technology Council (STC).
11/16/09	Help Save The Whorley Cabin-Near Blue Ridge Parkway Please sign the petition to the National Park Service to save the historic Whorley House in the Rock Castle Gorge area of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Come by the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce to sign the petition
11/16/09	Adult Internship Program Available-Work Force Career Center-Stuart The Adult Internship program is now available to local businesses. No cost to the employer. Gives adults an opportunity to gain work experience so they can gain employment.
11/16/09	Work Continues on Rt. 8 Connector Highway in Stuart, VA Pictured here is the construction project underway in Stuart, VA. When this project is completed, it will take the large tractor trailer trucks off Main Street
11/15/09	Hall Propane Opens New Store in Stuart, VA Hall Oil and Propane, Inc. opened a new retail store in Stuart, VA on November 14, 2009. The Ribbon Cutting and Open House was enjoyed by all. Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul" was there to demonstrate cooking on the new "Bubba Grill".
11/15/09	Telecommunications Survey by Town of Stuart, VA The Town of Stuart is conducting a survey of your Telecommunications needs, both Business and Residential. The survey is for the Town of Stuart and the entire Patrick County, VA community
11/15/09	Hospice 2009 Ornament For Sale The 2009 Gem Cut Glass Ornament beautifully displays the 2009 National Hospice Month theme “preserving a legacy…treasuring memories” along with a poinsettia and the Mountain Valley Hospice logo.
11/15/09	The Meadows of Dan Elementary School is selling Apple Butter All proceeds will go to the school's PTO for activities for students. Cost are $5.00 a pint or $55.00 per case.
11/14/09	Patrick Springs Has New Welcome Sign A new welcome sign has been constructed on four-lane U. S. Route 58 (West bound), JEB Stuart Highway, announcing the community of Patrick Springs.
11/14/09	Stuart Lions Club Pancake Festival at Stuart Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Thursday, November 19th from 6:30am till 1:30pm. ALL YOU CAN EAT Children under 12 years of age - $3.00 and Adults are $6.00
11/14/09	PH Community College Offers Middle College Program Patrick Henry Community College announces the establishment of a Middle College, the seventh such program in the Virginia Community College System.
11/13/09	Verizon Opens Retail Store in Stuart, VA Verizon held the official Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening for their new store in Downtown, Stuart, VA on November 13, 2009.
11/12/09	Work on Step, Inc. new office making Progress-Stuart, VA Pictured here is the construction site on Wayside Road, Stuart, VA on the new office complex for Step, Inc. Picture was taken on November 13, 2009
11/12/09	Just Plain Country Antique Store Celebrates 3rd Anniversary-Stuart The Just Plain Country antique and craft store in Downtown Stuart, VA is celebrating their 3rd Anniversary, Nov. 13, 14 and 15. Discounts throughout the store.
11/11/09	Stuart Rotary Donates to Local Food Bank-Stuart The Stuart Rotary Club donated $1250 to the Patrick County Food Bank, Nov. 6-2009. Check was presented to Joni Hunt, Food Bank Director, by Janice Wilkins, President, Alex Wilkins and Richard Rogers, Immediate Past President.
11/11/09	Weekend of Nov. 12-15 In Patrick County, Virginia Lots of fun and entertainment are offered in Patrick County, VA. Special music, food and entertainment. Come see us soon!.
11/10/09	Rick Boucher Opposes Health Care Plan Approved by U. S. House Nov. 7-Congressman Rick Boucher, has expressed opposition to the Health Care Plan just passed by the U. S. House of Representatives over the weekend.
11/10/09	Fish Wagon Arrives at Wood's Cold Storage All types of fish for stocking your pond. It will arrive on November 11th between 9:15am till 10:00am. So come and get the fish to stock your pond or lake on Fish Day at Wood's Cold Storage. call 800-643-8439 for more information.
11/10/09	Ribbon Cutting and Open House-Hall's Propane-Stuart Ribbon Cutting and Open House-Hall Propane, Jeb Stuart Highway, West of Town of Stuart. Hot dogs. Pinto Beans. Prizes. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul"
11/10/09	Grand Opening-Verizon Retail Store-Downtown Stuart, VA The new Verizon retail store Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting will be held on Friday, Feb. 13, 2009 at 11:00am. The public is invited. Refreshments will be served.
11/9/09	Dutchie's View B&B Featured in Country Extra Magazine Dutchie's View Bed and Breakfast of Woolwine, VA was featured in the Country Extra Magazine in the November 2009 issue. The magazine was impressed with the expansive views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
11/9/09	Landmark Provides After Hours for Patrick County Chamber Landmark and Blue Ridge Nursing provided a wonderful Business After Hours for the membership of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on November 5, 2009.
11/9/09	Dessert & Coffee at The Homestead-Critz, VA CRITZ, VA (November 10, 2009)—The Reynolds Homestead will host physicist and author David Oliver as part of its “Dessert and Coffee with….” series on Sunday, November 15, at 3:00 p.m. at the Reynolds Homestead.
11/8/09	Wood Brothers Sign Autographs at Sr. Health Fair The famous Wood Brothers, Glen and Leonard Wood, signed autographs for the Seniors at the Health Fair at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009.
11/8/09	Workshops Announced for Small Rural Businesses Virginia Tech announces 3 workshops to help small rural business in "Marketing in the Virtual World". Blacksburg, Stuart and Abingdon
11/8/09	Patrick Chamber Announces Special Events Patrick County Chamber announces upcoming events. Business After Hours and the 2010 Annual Banquet.
11/7/09	New Monument Erected at Angel Overlook-Patrick County, VA A new granite monument with a plaque has been erected at the Angel Overlook on Squirrel Spur Road, near Meadows of Dan and Ararat, VA in memory of Brian Douglas Angel.
11/7/09	Senior Health Fair Was Great Success-Stuart, VA The Annual Senior Health Fair and Craft Show was held at Rotary Field, in Stuart, VA on Friday, Nov. 6, 2009. It had a large number of Seniors in attendance.
11/5/09	Bob McDonnell Elected as the New Governor of Virginia On November 3, 2009, Bob McDonnell was elected to be the next governor of Virginia, defeating Democrat Creigh Deeds.
11/5/09	Roger Anglin Listed as Super CPA Mr. Roger Anglin, of Brown Edwards & Company, LLP of Roanoke, VA has been named as "2009 Super CPAs" by the Virginia Society of Certified Public Accountants.
11/4/09	Restuarant Meals Tax Fails in Patrick County, VA The attempt to install a 4% meals tax in Patrick County, VA failed on Nov. 3rd by 2909 against and 1804 for. A similar referendum was defeated in 2004.
11/4/09	Mixed Drink Referendum Passes in Town of Stuart, VA The Town of Stuart referendum passed on Nov. 3rd by 207 to 143, permitting alcohol by the drink (or mixed beverage sales).
11/4/09	Roger Hayden Elected as Board of Supervisors-Dan River District Roger Hayden, resident of Claudville, and Patrick County School bus driver was elected to the Patrick County Board of Supervisors in the Nov. 3rd election.
11/4/09	Crystal Harris Was Re-Elected to the Board of Supervisors-Smith River Crystal Harris, incumbent Board of Supervisors member from the Smith River District was reelected to another term. (election Nov. 3, 2009)
11/4/09	River Bank Filing for Relocation to U. S. Route 58-Stuart River Community Bank is filing application to relocate the Stuart bank to Animal Clinic Rd. and Route 58, outside Town of Stuart. Reference Legal Notice, The Enterprise, Nov. 4, 2009
11/4/09	Holiday Inn Express of Martinsville, VA Joins Patrick Chamber Holiday Inn Express of martinsville, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Their contact is Tamara Johnson, General Manager. Their location is 1895 Virginia Avenue.
11/3/09	Business After Hours at Landmark-Stuart, VA-Nov. 5 The next Patrick County Chamber of Commerce After Hours will be at Blue Ridge Nursing Center and The Landmark Center in Stuart. Thursday, Nov. 5 starting at 5:00pm
11/3/09	Reynolda House Director speaks at The Homestead-Critz, VA The Reynolds Homestead, along with the Patrick County Historical Society, invites you to join us for the monthly program of “The History around Us” on Wednesday, November 4, at 12:00 noon.
11/3/09	Patrick County Unemployment dropped to 9.9% in Sept. 2009 The unemployment rate for Patrick County, VA dropped to 9.9% in September, 2009. Compared to August 2009, it was 10.2%
11/3/09	Anderson Plumbing of Danbury, NC joins Patrick Chamber Anderson Plumbing of Danbury, NC has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Owner is Jesse Anderson.
11/3/09	Dalton Communications Joins the Patrick County Chamber Dalton Communications has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Their new retail location is in Downtown Stuart, VA. They are the authorized dealer for Verizon Cell phones.
11/3/09	Gammons Excavation has joined the Patrick County Chamber Gammons Excavation has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. The owner is Marty Gammons of Ararat, VA
11/2/09	75th Anniversary Parkway Directory Printing could reach 400,000 ASHEVILLE, N.C. – The Blue Ridge Parkway Association, the marketing partner for the Blue Ridge Parkway, announced that even more potential travelers to the Parkway region will have access to the popular Blue Ridge Parkway Directory and Travel Planner, j
11/2/09	Ribbon Cutting for Renewable Engineered Systems-Martinsville Congressman Tom Perriello, along with officials from the City of Martinsville and Henry County welcomed Renewable Engineered Systems (RES) to the West Piedmont Business Development Center on Tuesday, October 13th.
11/2/09	Skyscape Cabins of Martinsville has joined the Patrick Chamber Skyscape Cabins of Martinsville has joined the Patrick Chamber of Commerce. Their location is at 1174 Preston Road, Martinsville, VA. The owner is Mr. Toby Deal
11/1/09	Meals Tax Referendum on the Ballot for Nov. 3 Election The General Election ballot will include a 4% Restuarant Meals Tax Referendum on November 3, 2009. If approved by voters it will be County wide.
11/1/09	King-Stuart House stands at Saltville, VA I visited the King-Stuart house in Saltville, VA on Oct. 31, 2009, the house once occupied by Flora Stuart, wife of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, after Jeb was killed in the battle of Yellow Tavern
11/1/09	Elizabeth Cemetary-Saltville, VA I visited the Elizabeth Cemetary in Saltville, VA, the salt capital of the Confederancy on Oct. 31. Trick or treaters were trafficking Main Street near the cemetary late in the evening nearing darkness.
11/1/09	Election Day in Virginia!- Nov. 3 Today is Election Day in Virginia. Go out and vote!! Help select a new governor for the Commonwealth
10/31/09	Stifel Nicholaus Purchases UBS Financial Services Mr. John Abadie, Financial Advisor for Stifel Nicholaus, announces the purchase of UBS Financial Services office located at 149 East Main Street, Martinsville, VA. To reach John: 276-632-7151 or 800-726-7100 E-mail: john.abadie@stifel.com
10/30/09	New Beginnings Retreat joins Patrick Chamber New Beginnings Retreat has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Their location is in Hillsville, VA.
10/29/09	Property for Lease on Main Street in Stuart, Vriginia "For lease on Main Street in Stuart, Virginia a 2800 sq. ft. space with show windows on each side of door. This space fronts on Main Street and has some divided rooms in rear of building. Access in front and back of building.
10/28/09	PuroClean joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce PuroClean of Martinsville, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. They are Water, Fire and Mold damage specialties. The Paramedics of Property Damage.
10/27/09	Weekend of Oct. 30-31 has More In Store-Patrick County, VA Here is another list of fun things to do on Halloween Weekend, In Patrick County, VA.
10/26/09	Stifel Nicholas Opens Office in Martinsville, VA NEWS RELEASE-STIFEL NICOLAUS Opens office in Martinsville, VA. Stifel is a member of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
10/25/09	Lonesome River Band Performs in Stuart, VA Sammy Shelor and Lonesome River Band performed on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2009 at the Stuart Patrick County Music Assoc. jamboree.
10/25/09	Denny Hamlin Wins Martinsville Race-Sunday, Oct. 25 Denny Hamlin, No. 11, won the Tums 500 lap race at Martinsville, VA on Sunday, Oct. 25th. Weather was great! Pictured here is his spin-out as he celebrated the win.
10/24/09	Hay Ride In Patrick County near Ararat Pictured here are adults and children on a Hay Ride at Doe Run Farm near Ararat, VA, where the Corn Maze is. Photo taken on Oct. 24, 2009i
10/24/09	Overlook from Squirrel's Spur Road-Near Ararat, VA This picture was taken at the Angel Overlook, on Squirrel's Spur Road, between Ararat and Meadows of Dan. Date: Oct. 22, 2009
10/22/09	Claudville Used White Spaces for Broadband White spaces left over when analog TV went digital are now available to transmit broadband Internet services. A test case is being used in Claudville, VA by Trinity Christian School.
10/21/09	Patrick County Celebrations October 24-25 A great weekend is planned for Patrick County, Oct. 24-25, 2009. Music, fall celebrations, good food and much more entertainment.
10/21/09	Latest H1N1 Vaccines-Very Important To the Parents and Community: I write to you to provide updated information on the vaccination program at the schools. Please read this carefully as it contains vital information! - Dr. Morris
10/21/09	Blue Ridge Propone Holds Open House-Oct. 23-2009 Open House at 143 N. Main Street, Stuart, VA, 10am-2pm. Join them for lunch.
10/21/09	Patrick County seeks proposals for Geographic Information System Patrick County, VA has placed a legal ad in The Enterprise on Oct. 21, 2009 seeking proposals for Engineering services and web design for a Geographic Information System.
10/21/09	Claudville, VA First Community to Use White Spaces for Wireless Internet The community of Claudville, VA is the first community in America to use the so-called "white spaces" to transmit wireless Internet Services. Trinity Christian school in Claudville benefits from this experimental technology.
10/21/09	Reynolds Homestead Host Food Network Champion-Critz CRITZ, VA (October 22, 2009)—The Reynolds Homestead will host Food Network champion and award winning baker Lora Mahaffey and her “Play with Your Food: Fantastic Gingerbread Houses” class on Saturday, November 14, 2009 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
10/20/09	Hall Propane New Building Complete-Stuart, VA The new office building for Hall Propane on Jeb Stuart Highway, East of Stuart is complete. Location is next door to W & W Produce on U. S. Route 58, East of the Town of Stuart.
10/20/09	Shirley Keene Dresses For Apple Dumpling Festival-Stuart, VA Ms. Shirley Keene dressed in Civil War Period clothing for the Annual Apple Dumpling Festival in Stuart, VA on Oct. 17, 2009.
10/20/09	Washington Post Does Artical About Crooked Road Oct. 4-The story begins referring to a Marathon Station near Stuart, VA. and discusses the jamboree at the Floyd Country Store.
10/19/09	Primland At Night-Meadows of Dan, VA Washington Post did an article of the Primland Observatory in Sunday's paper, Oct. 18, 2009. This picture was taken by them for the article
10/17/09	Lover's Leap Overlook-Near Stuart, VA A typical fall scene at Lover's Leap Overlook, U. S. Route 58, near Stuart, VA in Patrick County. This was taken in the afternoon of Oct. 17, 2009
10/16/09	Kurt Busch skeet shoots at Primland Resort-Meadows of Dan, VA Kurt Busch, NASCAR driver, was at Primland Resort on Wednesday, skeet shooting with members of the media. Primland is located near Meadows of Dan, in Patrick County
10/16/09	Blue Ridge Parkway Mountain Ridge Shows Its Colors-Patrick County, VA The photo was taken on Oct. 16, 2009 by Tom Bishop, southbound from Meadows of Dan, near mile post 180.
10/16/09	Corn Maze Very Active at Meadows of Dan, VA This picture was taken on Oct. 17, 2009 at the Acoustics Corn Maze, at Mt. Meadows Farm and Craft Market, Meadows of Dan, VA. Corn maze have become very popular in Patrick County
10/16/09	Apple Dumpling Festival in Stuart, VA-Oct 17 The apple dumpling festival in Stuart, VA (Patrick County) was very successful with over 80 vendors and lots of people strolling the streets and simply enjoying a cool fall Saturday.
10/16/09	Broccoli Farm Discovered in Ararat, VA on The Dan River Broccoli and Cilantro is grown in Patrick County, VA by the Puckett Family of Ararat, VA. This another small business helping economic development and keeping jobs in Patrick County.
10/15/09	Indian Summer Days-Mt. Meadows Farm and Craft-Meadows of Dan, VA Indian Summer Days, Oct. 17-18, Saturday and Sunday, 10:00-5:00pm. Corn Maze too. Hay maze. Crafters, music, food vendors, farm produce.
10/15/09	Pancake Days at Meadows of Dan, VA At the Community Building, U. S. 58 Business, JEB Stuart Highway, in beautiful Meadows of Dan, VA. All you can eat pancakes, Sunday, May 18, 7am-7pm
10/15/09	Farm Tour In Patrick County Gets Good Response The weekend farm tour on Oct. 10, got a good response as reported by Jay Noonkester of Windy Hill Orchard in Ararat, VA. He and his wife, Debbe operate an orchard with apples, peaches and cherries.
10/14/09	Fall Celebrations Continue in Patrick County-Oct. 17-18 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the fall celebrations planned for the weekend of Oct. 17-18. In and around Patrick County, VA
10/14/09	Celebration of Pride Oct. 17-Patrick County High School-Stuart High school bands competete from around the region. Admission $5. Concessions. The show begins at 4:00pm. 8:00pm awards presentation. 7:30pm Patrick County High band performs in exhibition
10/14/09	Patrick County Public Service Authority Meets on Oct. 20-Stuart The Patrick County Public Service Authority will hold a meeting on October 20, 2009 at 6pm in the Patrick County Veteran’s Memorial Building, 106 Rucker Street, Stuart, VA 2nd Floor Conference Room.
10/14/09	Bassett Fiberboard to Close- Bassett, VA Oct. 15-The Martinsville Bulletin reports that Bassett Furniture Industries, Inc. announced it will close its fiberboard facility in Bassett, VA effecting 45 employees.
10/13/09	Smart Beginnings Inititative Receives $50,000 Grant Local Counties Receive $50,000 Grant for Smart Beginnings Initiative Funding Supports Early Education Initiative in Franklin & Patrick Counties Richmond, VA (October 2009)
10/10/09	Color of Autumn Leaves Starting to Show-Patrick Couny, VA From this photo you can see the leaves changing colors significantly on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Meadows of Dan, VA, MP 177. The date of the photo is October 8, 2009
10/9/09	Bus Tour Stops at Pete's Produce-Vesta, VA Pictured here is a tour group of people from Danville, VA, who represent Mt. Herman Baptist Church. Stopped for some good local grown produce at Pete's Produce Market at Vesta, VA. Total of 43 people.
10/9/09	Lord's Acre Sale today at Stuart, VA Here is a photo from the Lord's Acre Sale in Stuart, VA on Oct. 10, 2009. Lots of canned and baked goods. Lots of hand made crafts too. Worth the trip!
10/8/09	The Virginia Health Care Association Recognizes The Landmark Center as an Outstanding Long Term Care Facility The Landmark Center in Stuart has received the 2009 D. A. "Woody" Brown Community involvement Award in the category of Year Round Program.
10/8/09	Farm Tour Planned-Patrick County, VA Oct. 10 is the day for the Farm Tour in Patrick County, VA, 10:00am-4:00pm. Telephone for more info: 276-694-4449. Patrick County is a great place for farming.
10/8/09	BIG Weekend Planned in Patrick County, VA-Fall Celebrations Patrick County, VA, has many things to offer visitors in the month of October, with a fantastic weekend of celebrations planned for Saturday, October 10.
10/7/09	Lawn Mower Race-Rotary Field, Stuart, VA-Oct. 10 Lawnmower race at the Amphitheatre at Rotary Field. $6 adults. Various levels of competition. Covers all ages, men and women and children.
10/7/09	Duck Derby Release of Ducks-Saturday at 10:00am-Stuart Release of ducks for the PARC Workshop Duck Derby at Stuart Flooring, at the Roberson Bridge at 10:00am, Saturday, Oct. 10. To buy tickets call PARC Workshop at 276-694-4211
10/7/09	Virginia Smoking Ban In Restuarants is coming on Dec. 1-2009 It's just about 50 days to go before the Commonwealth’s landmark smoking ban goes into effect, Governor Timothy M. Kaine is joining dining patrons and community leaders across Virginia today to highlight restaurants that have already gone smoke-free.
10/7/09	Red Bank Ruritans-Tools For Schools Here is a picture of the presentation of “Tools for Schools” to the Blue Ridge Elementary School at Ararat by the Red Bank Ruritan Club in Claudville.
10/6/09	Red Bank Ruritans Sell Italian Sausage at Autumn Leaves Festival The Red Bank Ruritan Club of Claudville, VA will be selling Italian Sausage at the Mt. Airy Autumn Leaves Festival Oct. 9, 10 & 11.
10/6/09	William Barnard of Kibler Valley Dies-Ararat, VA Mr. William Arthur Barnard, age 82, of Kibler Valley in Patrick County, VA passed away on Monday October 5, 2009 at Norther Hospital of Surry.
10/6/09	History Around Us Program at Reynolds Homestead-Critz, VA-Oct. 7 CRITZ, VA (October 6, 2009)— October’s program in “The History Around Us” series at the Reynolds Homestead will feature the Frontier Culture Museum from Staunton on Wednesday, October 7 from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m.
10/6/09	New Pavilion Under Construction at Dan River Park-Ararat, VA Pictured here is the new construction of the Rose Mary Moore Pavilion at Dan River Park, Ararat, VA. Thanks to all the volunteers who have worked very hard to make this park enjoyable by all.
10/5/09	Newsletter from the Reynolds Homestead-October 2009 Here is a greeting from the R. J. Reynolds Homestead, published on Oct. 6, 2009 by Lisa Martin, Senior Program Manager.
10/5/09	Dan River Park Soccer Games-Ararat, VA Here is a picture of the soccer field at Dan River Park, Ararat, VA. Weekend of Oct. 3-4.
10/4/09	Dow Roofing Plant to Close-Westfield, NC- 100 jobs lost 100 people loosing jobs at the Dow Roofing Systems plant just south of the Patrick County Line in Stokes County, NC. Reports on the radio today indicate 50% of the employees live in Patrick County.
10/4/09	Inspection of Troops at Civil War Encampment Confederates inspect troops on Oct. 4 at the Civil War Encampment at Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA
10/4/09	Reenactors From Columbia, SC Pictured here at reenactors from Columbia, SC, of the artillary group, on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009 at Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA
10/3/09	Conferates Fire at Civil War Reenactment at Laurel Hill The Confederates fire on Union soldiers at Laurel Hill in Ararat, VA at the 19 Annual Civil War Reenactment held annually in Patrick County, VA
10/3/09	Flora Dunham, Great Granddaughter of JEB Stuart Attends Reenactment Flora Dunham of Dunedin, FL, attened the 19th Annual Civil War Encampment and Living History at the birth place of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA, in Ararat, VA
10/3/09	GED Celebration Week- Oct. 19-23 GED Celebration Week will be held the week of Oct. 19-23. Open House at Patrick County Adult Ed and Workforce Center.
10/2/09	Patrick Unemployment drops to 10.2% for August 2009 Unemployment rates dropped to 10.2% in August 2009 from 11.5% in July 2009. That is 951 unemployed in Patrick County in August, vs. 1096 in July 2009
10/1/09	Meadows of Dan School Construction Project Begins Picture of School Construction at Meadows of Dan, VA
10/1/09	Ararat, Virginia Civil War Encampment starts Oct. 3 Mt. Airy News, NC ARARAT, Va. -- The sounds of gun and cannon fire will once again ring out from Laurel Hill as the 19th annual Civil War Encampment and Living History event takes place this weekend.
9/30/09	Visitor Spending in Virginia is Up in 2007 Domestic Visitor Spending up in Commonwealth of Virginia. We are now ranked 8th, moving ahead of New Jersey and Georgia.
9/30/09	Meals Tax Makes the Ballot in Patrick County, VA As reported by The Enterprise, Sept. 30, 2009, prepared meals tax will be on the ballot in the Nov. 3 election in Patrick County, VA
9/29/09	Blue Ridge Heritage Reports on Study Findings On Tuesday, September 29, 2009 The Gap Analysis Study Results were presented at the Chateau Morrisette Winery, in Meadows of Dan by Congressman Rick Boucher, Steve Swartz, Chairman and the study team.
9/28/09	Board of Supervisors Will Not Meet on Sept. 28 The Patrick County board of Supervisors will meet on Tuesday, Oct. 13 at 6:00pm
9/28/09	Jamie Stokes Car Used in Demolition Derby Pictured is the remainder of a car run by Jamie Stokes in the Annual Demolition Derby at Rotary Field on Friday, Sept. 25, 2009. Jamie did not win but made a good showing.
9/27/09	Congressman Rick Boucher Reports on Blue Ridge Heritage Sept. 29 Congressman Rick Boucher will give a report on the research just completed on the Blue Ridge Heritage Project (i. e. Rocky Knob) Tuesday, Sept. 29, 2009 at 9:30am at Chateau Morrisette Winery
9/26/09	Winner of Demolition Derby-2009-Patrick County Fair Pictured here is the main event winner of the Demolition Derby at the Patrick County Fair, on September 25, 2009. Tommy DeHart representing Sheppard's Body Shop, in car no. 77
9/26/09	Upland Express Excites the Audience at Pat. County Fair 2009 On Friday, Sept. 25, 2009, Upland Express played at the Patrick County Fair and received a great reception by the audience.
9/25/09	Chamber of Commerce Provides Tourism Literature at Fair The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce provided an exhibit of Tourism literature at the County Fair all week, Sept. 22-26, 2009, and promoted the new Artisan Trails-Hidden Treasures brochure.
9/25/09	Letter to Parents from Pat. County School Supt. - H1N1 Flu Here is a letter published by School Supt., Dr. Roger Morris to all parents about the H1N1 Flu.
9/25/09	Battle Scenes Described for Annual Laurel Hill Reenactment Oct 3-4 The Battle scenes have been described for the Annual Living History and Reenactment at Laurel Hill, birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA, located in Ararat, VA, Oct. 3-4, 2009 (described by Terry Shelton)
9/25/09	Sammy Shelor and Friends Play for Patrick County Fair Famous banjo picker, Sammy Shelor, of Meadows of Dan, VA played for the Patrick County Fair on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 at the Patrick County Fair.
9/25/09	Merritt Farm Has Beautiful Display at Patrick County Fair Merrit Farm and Garden at Critz, VA has a beautiful farm display at the Patrick County Fair, 2009. The fair is loaded with businesses exhibiting each day of the fair.
9/24/09	Al Brammar Rides Hollywood the Bull at County Fair Rotarian Al Brammar and Real Estate agent rode Hollywood the Steer at the Patrick County Fair, Sept. 23, 2009
9/24/09	Chamber Announces After Hours Events The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce announces it's popular Business After Hours, for October, November and December.
9/24/09	Virginia Best State For Business-Just Announced Governor Tim Kaine announced that Virginia is in 1st place as the Best State for Business as ranked by Forbes.com. It experiences low corporate tax rates, highly skilled work force and great quality of life.
9/24/09	Prize Pumpkin at the Patrick County Fair 2009 Pictured here is a prize pumpkin, winning a blue ribbon, at the 2009 Patrick County Fair.
9/23/09	Patrick County Jamboree-Sept. 26-Patrick Springs, VA This month's Patrick County Music Association Show will be held at the Pentecostal Holiness Church in Patrick Springs, Va. Doors open at 3:30pm.
9/22/09	Patrick County Fair Begins-Rotary Field-Stuart, VA The Patrick County fair opened for business on the evening of Sept. 22, 2009 at 5:00p.m. Almost immediately we saw one of the steers, planned for the Bull Riding on Wednesday night.
9/22/09	Come to the Patrick County Fair-Stuart, VA The Patrick County fair opened for business on the evening of Sept. 22, 2009 at 5:00p.m. Guests on hand included Gov. Gerald Baliles, former Governor of Virginia
9/22/09	Former Sheriff David Hubbard Presents Check to Rotary Former Sheriff David Hubbard, representing the local Farm Bureau presents a check for over $5000 to the Stuart Rotary Club. Receiving the check was Janice Wilkins, President of Stuart Rotary
9/22/09	Bull Riding Proves Exciting Bull Riding competion was exciting at the Patrick County Fair on Sept. 23, 2009. Sponsored by Boyce Holland Vet service in Patrick Springs, VA
9/21/09	Tourism Advisory Council Meeting Sept. 21 This is a news report on the meeting of the Patrick County Tourism Advisory Council that met on Monday, Sept. 21, 2009 at the County Administration building.
9/21/09	Virginia For Lovers Campaign Inducted to Advertising Walk of Fame Virginia is for Lovers was inducted into the National Advertising Walk of Fame on Monday night at a celebration in New York!!! Story by Alicia Bailey, of The Virginia Travel organization.
9/21/09	Patrick County Artisans Loop Trail Brochure Now Available Pick up your copy of the new Patrick County Artisans Loop Trail Brochure at the Chamber Information Table at the Patrick County Fair, Sept. 22-26
9/20/09	BULL RIDING AT THE FAIR-Patrick County, VA One of the new events at this year's Patrick County Fair is Bull Riding with Don Jones, with East of Mesquite Rodeo, Inc.. Come on Wednesday, Sept. 23 at 8pm
9/19/09	Laborers Needs!!! Patrick County Schools Contractors The Stuart, VA Workforce center is in need of laborers to assist with demolition of schools where there is a new construction project going. Call Wanda Whitlow with the Workforce Center in Stuart.
9/19/09	Blueberries From Patrick County-At Stuart Farm Market This picture was taken on Sept. 18, 2009 at the Downtown Farm Market in Stuart, VA on Patrick Avenue, by Tom Bishop. These are local grown berries, marketed by Mr. Stanley Fain of All Seasons store in Patrick Springs.
9/19/09	Grapes Produced in Patrick County, VA-Stuart Farm Market This picture was taken on Sept. 18, 2009 at the Downtown Farm Market in Stuart, VA on Patrick Avenue, by Tom Bishop. These are local grown blue grapes, marketed by Mr. Stanley Fain of All Seasons store in Patrick Springs.
9/19/09	Angel Overlook Ribbon Cutting-Ararat, VA The dedication and ribbon cutting was held on Sept. 19, 2009 on Squirrel Spur Road, near Ararat, VA. Those on hand included Senator Roscoe Reynolds and Delegate Ward Armstrong.
9/19/09	Pumpkins In Patrick County, VA Pictured here is a pumpking patch in Patrick County, VA on Archie's Creek Road, near Claudville, VA. They are ripening now and show the beautiful colors we expect from our rural community
9/18/09	Bear At Fred Clifton Park-Lover's Leap Mt.-Stuart, VA A recent picture was made by Darryl and Beverly Patterson Ridgeway, Va. while visiting Fred Clifton Park in Patrick County, VA.
9/18/09	Patrick County Bear-Near Stuart, VA Bears can be sizeable in Patrick County, VA. We do not recommend feeding them. Pretty to look at, but keep your distance.
9/18/09	Mt. Rose Inn Great For Birders-Bird and Bloom Magazine Mt. Rose Inn has done it again! Top 10 Bed and Breakfast location that cater to birders. See October/November edition of Bird and Blooms
9/18/09	Sammy Shelor Will be Inducted into VA Music Hall of Fame Sammy Shelor, member of the bluegrass group, LONESOME RIVER BAND will be inducted into the Virginia Music Hall of Fame during the Association’s 10th Annual Jumpin’ Bluegrass Festival.
9/18/09	Hugh Keogh Annouces Retirement-Virginia Chamber of Commerce Mr. Hugh Keogh, President of the Virginia Chamber of Commerce announces his retirement at age 67. He has been in this position for 17 years.
9/16/09	Corn Maze at Ararat, VA-Doe Run Farm Pick-Your-Own, Corn Maze, Farmers Market. Themed corn maze will provide hours of entertainment. 402 Doe Run Road, Ararat, VA 24053 Telephone: 276-251-8287
9/16/09	Angel Overlook Ribbon Cutting And Dedication on Sept. 19 The new Angel Overlook and information kiosk will be officially opened with a ribbon cutting planned for Sept. 19, Saturday, at 12:00noon. Pictured here is the view from Squirrel Spur Road
9/16/09	Just Plain Country of Stuart, VA Holds Re-Opening Celebration Just Plain Country Store of Stuart, VA is holding a Grand Re-Opening on Friday and Saturday, September 18-19, on 301 South Main Street. In the Lowe's Foods Shopping Center.
9/14/09	Patrick County Board of Supervisors Sept. 14-2009 The following news report was submitted by Tom Bishop, from the Monday night Patrick County Board of Supervisor's meeting
9/14/09	Tourism $19.0 billion Business In Virginia Gov. Tim Kaine reported on the impact of Tourism in VA for 2008 that supports 210,620 jobs and $19.2 billion in revenue. It continues to remain strong.
9/13/09	Tourism Demo Conducted at I-77 Welcome Center Sept 14 Tom Bishop, Excutive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce did a Tourism Demo on Monday, Sept. 14 at the I-77 Lambsburg, VA Welcome Center.
9/13/09	Cherokee Intertribal Powwow-Message for Schools This message is from Chief Griffith of Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe in Stuart, VA. PowWow is set to begin October 2, 2009
9/11/09	Local Grown Watermelons for Sale by Doe Run Farm Doe Run Farm of 402 Doe Run Road, Ararat, VA 24053 are being sold out of the pick up truck for $1.00. Drive by and serve yourself on the honor system.
9/11/09	Self Serve Produce Stand Honor system Available-Ararat, VA Local grown produce, including potatoes, sweet peppers, Tomatoes, butternut squash, corn, okra, yellow squash. Stop and pick out a bag of produce and put the money in the mail box. Honor system. Seasonal.
9/11/09	Hand Spinners Event - Sept. 19-2009 Two events are scheduled to take place in Patrick County on Saturday. A group is scheduled to meet in Stuart at Honduras Coffee Shop on Main Street from 10 AM until noon.
9/11/09	Landmark's Big Greenhouse Has Mums For Sale The Big Greenhouse at Blue Ridge Nursing and The Landmark in Stuart, VA has 8 in. mums for $5.00, 12 in. for $14.95. Pansies per flat, $13.50.
9/10/09	Business Planning Course starts on Sept. 15-Stuart, VA At the Patrick County Education Foundation offices on Stonewall Court, Stuart, VA. Meets each Tuesday 6-9pm. Starting Sept. 15. Radford University faculty.
9/10/09	JEB Edward Stuart Visits the Chamber Office on Sept. 9-2009 JEB Edward Stuart of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida visited the Chamber of Commerce office on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, seeking historical information about Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA.
9/10/09	Deer On Blue Ridge Parkway This picture was taken on Sept. 10, 2009 near Rocky Knob on the Blue Ridge Parkway. This is a typical scene late in the evening. They don't seem to be bothered by autos passing by.
9/9/09	Sign Up for BMP Cost Share Funds-Contact Local USDA office The Patrick Soil and Water Conservation District announces sign up for agricultural BMP cost-share funds. Those interested in agricultural cost-share assistance are encouraged to apply now during the sign up period.
9/7/09	Art In The Park-Stuart, VA-Sept. 12, 2009 Full of fun, games, crafts and music. Join us at the third annual Art in the Park event to be held Saturday, September 12th at DeHart Park in Stuart, VA. This event is being sponsored by the Patrick County Partnership for the Ar
9/6/09	Blue Ridge Parkway Paving Planned in Patrick County, VA Congressman Rick Boucher, has announced the planned paving of 22.6 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Patrick, Carroll, and Grayson counties of Virginia
9/6/09	Weekend of Scottish Fiddling-Mt. Rose Inn-Woolwine, Va November 6-8, 2009, Mt. Rose Inn will celebrate the roots of local music with Master Fiddlr, Dr. John Turner. "A Weekend of Scottish Fiddling".
9/5/09	Aerial Machine Opens New Plant in Stuart, VA Aerial Machine & Tool has opened a new plant in Stuart, VA, providing 17 additional jobs, producing fire suppression systems, similar their Ararat, VA production facility.
9/2/09	Spencer Building Used for New Aerial Machine Plant in Stuart, VA The so called Spencer Building is being use for the new production facility by Aerial Machine and Tool and is located at 649 Johnson Street, Stuart, VA
9/2/09	Ten Oaks Gets $100,000 Grant from Governor's Opportunity Fund Ten Oaks, of Stuart, VA, received a $100,000 grant from the Governor's Opportunity Fund, due to their investment of $5,950,000 and 100 jobs in 2005.
9/1/09	Unemployment in Patrick County goes to 11.4% July 2009 Unemployment in Patrick County, VA went to 11.4% in July, 2009
8/31/09	The Lodge At Primland Holds Grand Opening-Meadows of Dan, VA The Lodge at Primland held a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Saturday evening, August 29, 2009. The opening included a champagne Reception and House Party with special music.
8/31/09	Harold Primat Cuts The Ribbon for Primland's Grand Opening Harold Primat (son of the founder Didier Primat) President of Primland, cut the ribbon opening The Lodge at Primland. “Today’s the day where the dream has turned into reality.”
8/31/09	The Chamber Office will close on Friday, September 4th at 12:30, And also will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7 all day. The office will re-open on Tuesday, Sept. 8 at 9:00am.
8/30/09	Endeavor Consulting Opens New Office in Patrick Springs, VA Endeavor Consulting will be opening a new office in Patrick Springs below Town & Country Market on Tuesday, September 1. Office hours will be 8:30am to 5pm, Monday - Friday.
8/29/09	Ruritans Hold Bike Ride For Kids-Claudville, VA Red Bank Ruritan Club of Claudville, VA held a fund raiser bike ride for needy kids today. It was a great weather day. A great time to be out touring Patrick County, VA.
8/29/09	Rainbow of Blessing at Primland Grand Opening of The Lodge On the evening of the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of The Lodge at Primland, a brief rain shower developed. Then a large rainbow filled the Eastern sky. I call this a "rainbow of blessing" from above.
8/28/09	Town and Country Under New Management Town and Country Market in Patrick Springs, VA is now under new management, Brian and Misty Ratliff. Fresh Cut Meat Daily. Fresh produce.
8/28/09	New Track Under Construction-Patrick Co. High School An new track is under construction at Patrick County High School, in Stuart, VA. Approximate cost is $350,000. Contractors include, J. W. Cauley, Cecil Hall, J. C. Joyce Paving, and Matt Rorrer.
8/28/09	Work Continues on Rt. 8 Connector-Stuart, VA This picture was taken on the A. M. of August 28, 2009. They are bulldozing and burning trees and brush.
8/28/09	Virginia For Lovers Slogan Nominated Best Slogan of All Times The ‘Virginia is for Lovers’ slogan has been ‘nominated’ for one of ‘America’s Most Beloved’ slogans of all time, in a league with ‘It’s in the game’, ‘got milk?’ and ‘just do it’.
8/28/09	Paul Farrar Does Cooking Show with Jody Miller Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul" does TV show with Miss Jody Miller for Channel BTW 21 in Martinsville, VA on August 28, 2009 at Spencer, VA on his home TV set
8/27/09	Endeavor Consulting Has Joined The Patrick County Chamber Endeavor Consulting joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. New office is located below Town and Country Market in Patrick Springs, VA
8/27/09	3rd Annual Country Gospel Jamboree At the Downtown Star Theatre, August 29, 6:00pm. Doors open at 5:00pm. Tickets $10 each. Sell out is expected. Music by Jody Miller, Grammy Award Winner and Nashville Recording ARtist
8/27/09	Stuart Elementary Bid Date Sept. 10-2009 T. U. Parks Construction announces bid date of Sept. 10, 2009 at 2:00pm. Drawings and specifications can be picked up at 102 West Blue Ridge Street, Stuart, VA, 9am-4pm
8/26/09	Rt. 8 Connector Road Construction Begins in Stuart, VA If you haven't noticed, the construction of the Rt. 8 connector road through the Town of Stuart is underway! It connects Johnson Street, near Moody's Funeral Home with Main Street, near River Community Bank.
8/26/09	Mountain Meadow Farm and Craft-Corn Maze for 2009 Patrick County's First Corn Maze Unveils 2009 Music Themed Design Mountain Meadow Farm and Craft Market released the design for the Corn Acoustics! Corn maze in Meadows of Dan, Virginia this week. Each year's design honors the music and musicians of Sout
8/26/09	Bear Proof Receptacles Installed at Fred Clifton Park As you can see in this picture, a special cover made out of sheet metal has been installed on trash receptacles at Fred Clifton Park near Lover's Leap, on U. S. Route 58 in Patrick County.
8/25/09	Groundbreaking for New Jail-Stuart, VA on Aug. 24-Cost $9 million On Aug. 24, Patrick County held a groundbreaking for the construction of a new jail, with a construction cost of $9 million. 25% will be reimbused by the State of Virginia
8/25/09	Dancing Arts Accepting Applications for Fall Classes Patrick County Dancing Arts is now accepting applications for fall classes, ages 3 1/2 and up. Call 276-694-3834 or visit www.patrickcountydance.com
8/24/09	Bike Ride For Kids-Claudville, VA-Meet at Lee's Kargo-Aug. 22 Bike Ride for Kids on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2000. Red Bank Ruritan Club-Claudville 9:30 registration, begins 10:30am. Meet at Lee's Kargo on Rt. 103, Claudville
8/24/09	Board of Supervisor's Meeting on Aug. 24, 2009 The Patrick County Board of Supervisors meet on Monday, Aug. 24, 2009 for their monthly work session.
8/23/09	$3 Million Paving of Blue Ridge Parkway Approved for 2010 The Blue Ridge Parkway Maintenance Department has announced a paving project for approximately 22.5 miles of the Blue Ridge Parkway in Patrick, Carroll and Grayson Counties, Virginia at a cost of $3million
8/22/09	Just Plain Country Store has New Owners Just Plain Country Store of Stuart, 301 S. Main St. Stuart, VA, has announced new owners. They are Thomas Ramey and Linda Coe, from North Carolina.
8/21/09	Smith River Sports Complex costs $8.7 million in Henry County. Opening of the Smith River Sports Complex was held on Aug. 23 on Irishburg Road, VA 650 on Sportsplex Way. Cost is $8.7 million. This was built in Henry County, VA largely with funds from the Harvest Foundation.
8/20/09	NC Unemployment was at 11% for July 2009 Jobless workers in North Carolina had a 11% rate for July 2009, per the Associated Press article dated, Aug. 23, 2009, printed in the Mt. Airy News.
8/19/09	New Cell Phone Tower Planned for Nettle Ridge Area of Patrick County U. S. Cellular is planning a new cell phone tower between Nettle Ridge Loop and Golf Course Road, just off Route 58, East of Stuart, VA. It will be located in Patrick County, VA.
8/19/09	Boucher Has A Problem with Health Care Plan-Roanoke Times Aug. 19-Roanoke Times article, page 1, says that Congressman Rick "Boucher is unconvinced of government option" for a new Health Plan for America.
8/19/09	Boucher Says Health Plan Shifting to Co-operative Alternative. Aug. 20-Rick Boucher met with constituents at Abingdon, VA and discussed the Health Care alternatives. It was Town Hall Meeting similar to the one in Dublin, VA 2 days prior
8/19/09	Snyder Family Band Plays at Patrick County Music Assoc.-Stuart, VA This months Jamboree features the Snyder Family Band who has the prestigious honor of having the youngest awarded fiddler player. PCMA on Saturday, August 22nd at in Stuart, VA. Doors open at 3:30pm
8/17/09	Rick Boucher Speaks at Ribbon Cutting at Claudville, VA Congressman Rick Boucher, D, Abingdon, VA spoke at the Red Bank Ruritan Club ribbon cutting for the new Computer Lab. Pictured with him are Roger Hayden, Director of the Lab, and Tom Rose, Assistant County Administrator.
8/17/09	Mabry Mill is Most Photographed Spot in USA Pictured here is Mabry Mill, located near Meadows of Dan, VA on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Picture taken by Tom Bishop, Aug. 17, 2009
8/17/09	Lover's Leap Overlook On a Bright Sunny August day Picture taken by Tom Bishop, August 17, 2009, with a beautiful cloud formation. This is on U. S. Route 58, near Fred Clifton Park, and the communities of Vesta and Meadows of Dan, VA.
8/17/09	Danville Raises Hotel-Motel Tax from 3% to 6% The City of Danville, VA has raised its hote-motel tax from 3% to 6% and raised its meals tax from 5% to 6%.
8/14/09	Ashley Harbour Named as Community Educator at Pioneer Hospital Pioneer Community Hospital recently named Ashley Harbour for the new role as Community Educator in Stuart, VA. Ashley is a graduate of Radford University.
8/14/09	Bob Enders has been named as Hospital Administrator at Pioneer Mr. Bob Enders has been named as the Hospital Administrator for Pioneer Hospital on JEB Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA
8/14/09	Don Hobson Named as Business Office Manager at Pioneer Mr. Don Hobson, has been named as Business Office Manager at Pioneer Community Hospital in Stuart, VA.
8/13/09	Rick Boucher Leads Ribbon Cutting for Computer Lab at Claudville, VA- Congressman Rick Boucher was on hand along with Roger Heydon, Chairman of the Patrick County Broadband Committee to conduct ribbon cutting for the new Computer Lab at the Red Bank Ruritan Building in Claudville, VA on
8/12/09	Grant for $50,000 to the Patrick County Sheriff Department Celebrated Aug. 13-Congressman Rick Boucher and Ellen Davis, State Director of USDA Rural Development, were on hand to announce the grant for $50,000 to assist the Patrick County Sheriff Dept. in purchasing new patrol cars.
8/12/09	$50,000 grant given to Ararat Rescue Squad by Rick Boucher A $50,000 grant for a new ambulance was awarded to the Ararat Rescue Squad to representative Barbara Curley by Congressman Rick Boucher and Ellen Davis, State Director of the USDA Rural Development office
8/11/09	Congressman Rick Boucher in Stuart-Aug. 13-9:45am Congressman Rick Boucher, Democrat from Abingdon, VA will make an appearance at 9:45AM at the Historic Star Theatre, Aug. 13. Public invited.
8/11/09	Rick Boucher Holds Important Meeting with Patrick County Officials Patrick County Board of Supervisors and officials and Stuart Town Council meet with Congressman Rick Boucher, August 12, 2009
8/11/09	Do Not Feed Bear Signs at Fred Clifton Park-Lover's Leap Due to the influx of wild bear, temporary signs have been installed saying, "Do Not Feed Bears". Picnicing travelers have been approached by bears in the Fred Clifton Park near Lover's Leap, on Rt. 58.
8/10/09	Patrick County Board Of Supervisors Meeting August 10-2009 The Patrick County Board of Supervisors met on the evening of August 10, 2009 for their regular monthly meeting.
8/10/09	Message For parents of children in Patrick County Public Schools ! ! ! The Virginia Department of Health continues to monitor the novel influenza A H1N1 virus. As you and your child prepare for school, you might have questions about this flu virus.
8/10/09	Volunteer Opportunities at The Homestead-Critz, VA CHECK OUT VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE HOMESTEAD Please come out and check out the opportunities tomorrow. No commitment required, but come have lunch with us and take a look!
8/9/09	Young Fiddler at Patrick County Music Assoc.- Aug. 22-Stuart, VA Patrick County Music Association is known for finding talented bluegrass musicians of all ages within the surrounding counties. This months Jamboree features the Snyder Family Band who has the prestigious honor of having the youngest awarded fiddler playe
8/9/09	Proposed Cell Tower near Golf Course Road-Stuart, VA An invitation to comment on a proposed telecommunications tower and cellular equipment facility was published in The Enterprise on Wednesday, August 5, 2009. Public comments are invited.
8/8/09	Sunset Drive Excites Peach Festival Crowd-Stuart, VA Sunset Drive, America's Best Soul Horn Band, created some excitement at the Virginia State Peach Festival in Stuart, VA on Aug. 8, 2009
8/8/09	Creigh Deeds Visit's Patrick County for Peach Festival Creigh Deeds, Democrat Candidate for Governor of Virginia visited the Peach Festival Celebration in Stuart, VA and rode a horse drawn wagon with Infinity Acres.
8/8/09	Tom Bishop Greets Creigh Deeds-Candidate for Governor Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber greets Mr. Creigh Deeds, Democrat, running for Governor of Virginia at the Virginia State Peach Festival on August 8, 2009
8/8/09	Tom Bishop Greets Bob McDonnell - Candidate for Governor Tom Bishop, Executive Director, of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, greets Mr. Bob McDonnell, Republican candidate for Governor of Virginia at the Virginia State Peach Festival
8/7/09	Nelson Auto Becomes Major Peach Festival Sponsor-2009 Nelson Automotive Family of Martinsville and Henry County are Major Sponsors for the Virginia Peach Festival for 2009.
8/7/09	Denise Pendleton Wins Miss Peach Title-2009 Miss Denise Leigh Pendleton, age 18 of Woolwine, VA won the Miss Peach title on Friday, August 7, 2009 at the Historic Star Theatre.
8/7/09	Autumn Arnder Wins Junior Miss Peach in Stuart, VA 2009 Autmn Kathleen Arnder, age 14, of Mt. Airy, NC won the Junior Miss Peach competition at the Historic Star Theatre, on Friday, August , 2009.
8/7/09	Jillena Guillams wins Tiny Miss Peach in Stuart, VA Jillena Nicole Guilliams, age 8, of Rocky Mt., VA won the Tiny Miss Peach pageant at the Virginia State Peach Festival held in Stuart, VA on August 7, 2009
8/7/09	Jordan Talley wins Little Miss Peach in Stuart, VA 2009 Jordan Elizabeth Talley, age 9, of Ferrum, VA wins the Little Miss Peach pageant in Stuart, VA at the Historic Star Theatre on August 7, 2009.
8/6/09	Daniel Louis of WHEO does show with Infinity Acres Daniel Louis of WHEO 1270 AM Radio in Stuart, VA did an afternoon show with Rick and Laura Steere which included "Romeo" the parrot and "Cowboy" the sugar Glider.
8/6/09	Weekend in Patrick County Celebrating the Peach Festival. A great weekend in Patrick County for the Annual Peach Festival. Friday night Peach Pageant, Saturday morning and afternoon, Folk Fair at Meadows of Dan, and Saturday afternoon and evening, At Rotary Field in Stuart.
8/5/09	T U Parks Construction Office Now In Stuart, VA Dr. Roger Morris, County School Supt. has announced the presence of T. U. Parks, general Contractor for all the school projects. Their location is at 102 East Blue Ridge in Stuart, VA
8/5/09	Patrick County Schools Holds Pre-School Conference-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Schools held a pre-school conference teachers and other support personnel at Patrick County High School on August 5, 2009
8/5/09	Sales Tax Holiday August 7-9-State of Virginia Brian Jessup, CPA has shared with us the timing of the Sales Tax holiday in both Virginia and North Carolina. Read on.
8/5/09	Tow Mater will be on display at Peach Festival-Stuart, VA "Tow Mater" will be on display at the Saturday celebration at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA. Thanks to Mr. Boyd from Ararat, VA
8/5/09	Infinity Acres will bring animals to Peach Festival-Aug. 8-Stuart, VA Infinity Acres of Ridgeway, VA will bring numerous farm animals to the Virginia State Peach Festival on Aug. 8. Gates open at 3pm. Pictured here is Rick Steer and his beautiful parrot, "Romeo".
8/5/09	Beautiful Weather Prevails for Gospel Sing at Patrick Springs Beautiful weather and a great Gospel music program was had at the Patrick Springs Fire house in Patrick Springs, VA on August 6, 2009, which was the first event for 2009 VA State Peach Fetival celebration
8/4/09	Latest Peach Festival Schedule of Events-Aug. 6-8-2009 Here is the latest schedule of events for our Annual Virginia State Peach Festival celebration in Patrick County, Va.
8/4/09	Peach Festival Gospel Singing-Patrick Springs, VA-TODAY! The Peach Festival kicks off this evening at 6pm at the Patrick Springs Fire Dept. Bring your lawn chairs!
8/4/09	Giant Peaches on Display at Peach Festival Gospel Sing-Patrick Springs Giant size peaches were being sold by Wade's Orchard of Woolwine, on Thursday, August 6, at the Gospel Sing at Patrick Springs, VA.
8/3/09	Blue Ridge and Landmark Sponsor The Virginia State Peach Festival Aug. 3-Pictured here are Tom Bishop from the Chamber, Gerald Williams, Blue Ridge Nursing Home, Dae Williams, Blue Ridge Nursing and Landmark Center and Victor Williams, Landmark Center
8/2/09	Gift Presentation-R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company Paintings On August 2, 2009, the Reynolds American Inc., Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, Susan M. Ivey, presented 18 portraits of the Reynolds Tobacco Collection that were commissioned in the 1040's
8/2/09	Gala Apples Now Available-Windy Hill Orchard-Ararat Pictured here the beautiful Gala Apples now available at Windy Hill Orchard, just off Farm Road, near Ararat, VA. This is a picture of some of the beautiful fruit harvested in Patrick County, VA
8/2/09	History Around Us Series: Tobacco Farm Life-At The Homestead CRITZ, VA (August 3, 2009)— The latest program in “The History Around Us” series at the Reynolds Homestead will feature the Tobacco Farm Life Museum of Virginia from South Hill on Wednesday, August 5, from 12:00 noon until 1:00 p.m.
8/1/09	Bikers Traveling In Ararat, VA-Saturday Morning Here is a picture of bycycling in Patrick County, near Ararat on Saturday Morning, August 1, 2009 on Friends Mission Road. This is a typical scene on Saturday's and Sunday's in Patrick County
8/1/09	WE LOVE PEACHES IN PATRICK COUNTY, VA We truly love our peaches in Patrick County, VA. These are from Windy Hill (pick your own) Orchard in Ararat, VA. Picture taken by Tom Bishop on August 1, 2009
7/30/09	Lush Peaches Hanging On The Tree at Ararat, VA This is a picture taken in late July, 2009 at Windy Hill Orchard in beautiful Ararat, VA. This is "Pick Your Own" orchard. Call them up and go visit this orchard!
7/30/09	New Verizon Cell Tower Now In Service-Meadows of Dan, VA The new Verizon cell phone tower is now in service near U. S. Route 58 By-Pass West of Meadows of Dan, VA. Effective July 29, 2009.
7/30/09	Jobless Rates falls slightly in Patrick County, VA-June 2009 The unemployment rate fell from 12.7% (May) to 11.8% in June of 2009. with the number of jobless at 1138 persons
7/29/09	Sales Tax Holiday on August 7-9-State of Virginia During the current economic recession, the cost of sending children back to school is a challenge for many families. For the fourth year, the Commonwealth of Virginia and the state's retailers are helping citizens save n back-to-school expenses .
7/29/09	Mt. Valley Hospice Sponsors Virginia State Peach Festival The Mt. Valley Hospice & Palliative Care has sponsored the Virginia State Peach Festival for 2009
7/29/09	H. C. Harold Orchard Joins The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce H. C. Harold Orchard of Willis Gap Road in Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. They are one of the largest peach and apple producers in Patrick County.
7/26/09	Report on Floydfest Held In Patrick County, VA-July 2009 July 24-News Report – Floydfest 8, also called "Floydfest Revival" as reported by Tom Bishop, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
7/26/09	Great Day for Kibler Valley River Run-Claudville, VA July 25-News Report – Kibler Valley River Run as reported by Tom Bishop, Patrick County Chamber of Commercer
7/25/09	Lover's Leap Birdhouse Store Joins Round The Mountain. Lovers Leap Birdhouses, located in a historic building halfway up “the Mountain“ just around the corner from scenic Lovers Leap, is the artisan studio of Henry and Edna Mickles.
7/24/09	Chamber Provides Tourism Info Table at Floydfest The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce provided a Tourism Information table at the Floyfest 8, July 23-24. This was a great opporturnity to promote Patrick County Area Attractions.
7/24/09	Crowd at Floydfest-Patrick County, VA This is a picture of the Floydfest 8 crowd at the Hill Holler stage on Friday, July 24, 2009. Floydfest event is held annually near the Blue Ridge Parkway, Milepost 170
7/24/09	Smart Brothers Play at the Floydfest on July 24 The Smart Brothers play at the 2009 Floydfest, at Hill Holler stage, July 24, 2009. Picture taken by Tom Bishop
7/24/09	Josh Pickett of Hillsville, VA Plays at Floydfest 8 Josh Pickett of No Speed Limit band played some solos for fans at the Floydfest celebration on July 24. He is a championship flat picker and is from Hillsville, VA (Carroll County)
7/23/09	Poor Farmer's Market Exhibits at Floydfest 8 Poor Farmer's Market of Meadows of Dan, VA was beautifully on display at the Floydfest 8 Revival adjoining the Blue Ridge Parkway National Park.
7/23/09	Camel Rides Offered In Patrick County, VA-Floydfest Celebration Camel rides is a new method of entertainment at Floydfest which started on Thursday, July 23, 2009.
7/22/09	Peach Recipes compliments of Paul Farrar GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN/PEACH DELIGHT W/OJ & CARAMEL SAUCE
7/22/09	Chamber Does Cooking TV Show with Paul Farrar The Chamber of Commerce did a TV show promoting the Virginia State Peach Festival and the Meadows of Dan Folk Fair on July 21, 2009 for BTW 21 station in Martinsville, VA
7/21/09	Music Association Jamboree-July 25-2009-Stuart, VA The monthly Patrick County Music Association Jamboree will be on July 25, 2009, at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA. Admission is Free.
7/21/09	Red Bank Ruritans Gets Funding For Computer Center-Claudville The Claudville area has received funding for a community computer laboratory, to be located in the Red Bank Ruritan Building.
7/21/09	Bear Sighted at DeHart Botanical Park on Lover's Leap Mt. This is a picture of mama bear and 3 cubs at the DeHart Botanical Garden, on U. S. Route 58, going up from Stuart, near Lover's Leap Overlook.
7/20/09	New Hours for the Historical Society Museum in Patrick County Open Monday-Wednesday 10am till 2pm Friday & Saturday 10am till 2 pm CLOSED THURSDAYS AND SUNDAY
7/20/09	Creigh Deeds Announces Plan to Creat Jobs Creigh Deeds, Democratic Candidate for Governor of Virginia has announced his comprehensive plan to create jobs in every area of the State. He has already announced he will attend Aug. 8 Peach Festival
7/20/09	Sen. Jim Webb Introduces Adult Education Act of 2009 July 16- WEBB INTRODUCES ADULT EDUCATION AND ECONOMIC GROWTH ACT OF 2009
7/20/09	Reynolds Homestead Has Exhibit of Paintings from R. J. Reynolds CRITZ, VA (July 20, 2009)— Virginia Tech’s Reynolds Homestead will exhibit 18 paintings recently donated to the university by the R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, at a public opening and reception from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 2.
7/19/09	Community Funeral Home Sponsors VA State Peach Festival 2009 Community Funeral Home of Stuart and Ridgeway, VA has become a Major Sponsor for the 2009 Virginia State Peach Festival. Shown here is Mr. Kelly Ratcliff presenting a check to Tom Bishop
7/19/09	Dominion Valley Gospel Singing-Stuart, VA This picture was taken on the weekend at Dominion Valley Park near Stuart, VA for their gospel singing weekend. Looks like a good crowd
7/18/09	Downtown Boys from Star Theatre will Play for Peach Festival The Downtown Boys who regularly play for the Star Theatre in downtown Stuart, VA will play at the Aug. 8 Peach Festival Celebration at Rotary Field, Stuart, VA
7/17/09	Press Release-Meadows of Dan Folk Fair July 16-The 5th Annual Meadows of Dan Folk Fair will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2009, with activities from 10 AM to 10 PM. Continuing the tradition of showcasing the heritage of the Blue Ridge Mountains,
7/16/09	Peach Festival Tickets Go On Sale The Virginia State Peach Festival tickets are now on sale for the August 8 celebration at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA. Adult advance: $12, Child $5, Family with 2 adult, 4 children under 4, $30.
7/16/09	Reynolds Homestead Staff Visit Laurel Hill The Reynolds Homestead staff visited the historic site and birth place of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart in Ararat, VA on July 14.
7/15/09	Obama Administration Listening Tour Energy Secretary Steven Chu and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will be on a mission to develop so-called “green jobs.” They will visit Pittsylvania County on Saturday, July 18, 2009 at 1:30pm
7/15/09	TU Parks Construction Meeting At School board Office A representative from TU Parks Construction will be at the school board office to hear from any additional subcontractors, individuals, or firms interested in the school projects on Thursday, July 16, 2009 at 12:00 pm at the School Board Office at 104 Ruc
7/14/09	Senator Reynolds Presents Check to Pioneer Community Hospital Senator Roscoe Reynolds presented a check to Joe McNulty, President and CEO of Pioneer Health Services for $450,000 on July 14, 2009 for upgrades to the Patrick County Pioneer Community Hospital
7/13/09	Patrick County Board of Supervisors Meeting on July 13-2009 At the regular monthly meeting of Patrick County Board of Supervisors on Monday, July 13, 2009 the following are the results.
7/12/09	New Cell Tower Erected in Meadows of Dan, VA Community The new cell phone tower has been erected on Widow Drive in Patrick County, in the Blue Ridge District, near Rt. 58 and the Floyd County Line. It is not in service yet.
7/12/09	Foothills Smithy Joins Round The Mountain Loop Trail The Foothills Smithy in Ararat, Virginia, became the latest in a number of trail sites scheduled to be featured on Patrick County’s Community Loop Trail.
7/11/09	Primland Lodge Nearing Completion-Meadows of Dan, VA The new Primland Lodge, Restaurant, Health Spa, Telescope Observatory is nearing completion in Patrick County, Virginia, near Meadows of Dan.
7/10/09	Mr. Pokeeto Will Entertain at Virginia State Peach Festival-Aug. 8 Mr. Pokeeto, the clown, will entertain at the Virginia State Peach Festival on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2009 at Rotary Field, Stuart, VA. Ticket price for advance purchase is $12 adult, $5 children 12-under, and Family of 2 adult and 4 children, $30
7/10/09	Looks of the Kibler Post Office Improved-Patrick County, VA The looks of the old Kibler Post Office near Ararat and Claudville, VA has been improved at the Barnard Country Store and Farm.
7/10/09	Dan River in Patrick County Good Fishing Country The Dan River on Kibler Valley Road, near Ararat and Claudville is a great place for fishing. There are many scenic sites on this road that include the Annual River Run, Post Office and Barnard Farm.
7/9/09	BB & T Bank Presents Peach Sponsorship Check - Stuart, VA Ms. Laurie Boyd, of the Stuart Branch of BB&T bank presented a sponsorship check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce for the Virginia State Peach Festival
7/9/09	Virginia Ranks as Five Best States to Start a Business Governor Timothy M. Kaine today highlighted Virginia’s ranking among the “Five Best States to Start a Business.” The recognition by U.S. News & World Report this week comes on the heels of the Commonwealth’s sixth number one ranking for its pro-bu
7/9/09	Bears Put on A Show at Lover's Leap-Near Stuart, VA Wild bear put on video show on You Tube web site at Lover's Leap Birdhouse Store, on Lover's Leap Mountain in Stuart, VA
7/9/09	New Facebook Group Added for Patrick County The Group is called: Patrick County, VA Friends . Membership is free. We now have over 300 members. Lots of news stories and events. Meet your friends. Go to www.facebook.com
7/8/09	Wayside Bluegrass Receives Crooked Road Banner-July 8-Stuart, VA On the evening of July 8, 2009, the Wayside Park Bluegrass Festival was presented The Crooked Road affiliate banner by Keith Holland and Sammy Shelor.
7/8/09	Virginia Sky Performs at Wayside Bluegrass Festival-Stuart Virginia Sky performed on Thursday night at the Wayside Bluegrass Festival. This is a local group with two teenage girls and the Hutchen's Brothers.
7/6/09	Patrick County Music Association-Saturday, July 25 The monthly music program will include, Over The Hill Gang, Jason Harris and Friends, McPeak Kids, Ten Brooks, Country Boys and Debbie Terry Bennett. Concessions provided. No charge.
7/5/09	Wayside Bluegrass Festival Becomes Partner with Crooked Road The Wayside Bluegrass Festival will receive affiliated partner status with the Crooked Road Music Trail. A banner presentation will be doone on Wednesday, July 8th at 5:00pm
7/5/09	Stuart Farm Market Has Fresh Corn - July 3-2009 Fresh local yellow corn was on sale at the Stuart Farmer's Market on Friday, July 3, 2009. Many other garden vegetables and crafts were also available.
7/4/09	Bishop Gives Mid-Year Report on Tourism in Patrick County Tourism is very important to the Patrick County, VA industry. Tourism is a tremendous boost to our local economy in times of high unemployment and business cycle recession.
7/2/09	Virginia For Lovers Named Top 10 Marketing Campaigns by Forbes Virginia is for Lovers, the official state tourism slogan for Virginia, was just named one of the top ten tourism marketing campaigns of all time by Forbes.com.
7/2/09	Chamber Office will be closed July 3rd celebrating Independence Day The office will be closed all day on the 3rd honoring the 4th of July holiday. Have a beautiful weekend! Hope to see you at the car show!!!
7/2/09	Day Lillies On Sale at Stuart Farm Market-Jul 3 Moss Creek Farm and Gardens had their beautiful day lillies on sale at the local farm market in Stuart, VA Downtown district.
7/2/09	Glen Wood of Stuart, VA nominated for NASCAR Hall of Fame Mr. Glen Wood of Wood Brothers Racing in Stuart, VA has been nominated for the NASCAR Hall of Fame. As a driver and owner he has made significant contributions to the sport of auto racing.
7/1/09	Contract Bidding Opportunity-Patrick County Schools T. U. Parks Construction Company of Chattanooga, TN has been awarded the general contract for the Patrick County Schools project. Come to Stuart Elementary, July 8 to discuss bidding opportunities
7/1/09	Patrick County Unemployment hits 12.6% for May 2009 Patrick County Unemployment reached 12.6% for May, 2009 and it rose from 11.9% in April.
7/1/09	Wayside Bluegrass Festival Joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce The Wayside Bluegrass Festival of Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. They offer an annual festival in July of each year. The Park is on Wayside Road.
6/29/09	Clements Cherry Orchard Joins Round The Mountain Clements Cherry Orchard of Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA has joined the Round The Mountain Community Loop Trail. This is a part of the effort to promote artisans and tourism in SW Virginia.
6/28/09	Montana Young plays with Whitetop Mountain Band in Martinsville Montana Young, age 16 of Patrick County, VA played with the Whitetop Mountain Band at Martinsville High School on Saturday. She played country and rock 'n' roll.
6/26/09	Stuart Farmer's Market Celebrates the Fourth on Friday July 3rd Come stock up on your 4th of July picnic food. Locally grown and produced offerings include: in season fruit & vegetables, homemade soaps, cut flowers & local meats. Music by Mary Jo & Charlie Leets and the extension office will offer plenty of recipes.
6/25/09	Patrick Henry Community College receives grant from Gates Foundation Patrick Henry Community College received a grant for $750,000 from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which is designed to increase the number of low income and minority students who finish college.
6/25/09	BIG GREEN HOUSE SALE at The Landmark Center & Blue Ridge Nursing Center Summer Greenhouse Hours are: Monday 1:30-4pm/Tuesday 10am- Noon/Wednesday 10am-4pm/Thursday 10am-Noon, all other hours you may check with the Landmark Receptionist
6/23/09	Mr. Robert Ward "Bob" Armstrong dies-Bassett, VA Mr. Robert Ward " Bob" Armstrong, age 95, of Bassett, VA passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2009, at his home. He was born in Kansas City, MO Sept. 3, 1913.
6/23/09	Tourism Advisory Council Meeting on June 22 This is a report on the Tourism Advisory Council meeting on Monday, June 22 at the Patrick County Administrative offices in Stuart, VA.
6/23/09	Virginia Ranks No. 1 Pro-Business State Jun. 24-Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that Virginia’s pro-business environment has garnered the Commonwealth its latest No. 1 ranking nationally.
6/23/09	Annual Celebration of Life with Bench & Memory Bricks Dedication The event will be held at the Hospice Memory Garden located in the DeHart Park in Stuart on Saturday, June 27th at 11am. Bring a lawn chair for your convenience. A balloon release registration will be at 10:45. For More Information call: 276-694-4416
6/22/09	Board of Supervisors Work Session May 22-2009 Patrick County Board of Supervisors conducted a work session on Monday evening at the County Administrative offices. This report was prepared by Tom Bishop
6/20/09	Peach Pageant Announced-We Invite Entrants The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce wishes to announce the 5th Annual Virginia Peach Pageant in conjunction with the August 6-8 Peach Festival Celebration. The Pageant competition will be on Friday, Aug. 7 at 6:00pm
6/20/09	Covered Bridge Festival Had Good Turnout Approximately 2500-3000 turned out for the Annual Covered Bridge Festival at Woolwine, VA. Entertainment included music under the Star Pavilion Acoustical Tent, horse drawn wagon rides through the historic bridges, varioius food vendors and lots of local
6/20/09	Chamber Provides Tourism Info Table at The Covered Bridge Festival The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce provided a Tourism Information table at the Annual Covered Bridge Festival at Woolwine on June 20, 2009
6/20/09	Patrick County Music Association-The Highlanders-Stuart, VA It’s summertime and the music plays on, at Stuart Rotary Field, as PCMA presents it’s monthly Jamboree of bluegrass and gospel music. The Patrick County Music Association is highlighting local bands, all within an hour’s drive and featuring the High
6/18/09	Covered Bridge Festival Set for Saturday, June 20-Woolwine, VA The Annual Covered Bridge Festival will be held on Saturday, June 20, at Woolwine, VA. Time: 10:00am-4:00pm. We will celebrate the 2 Historic Covered Bridges in the Woolwine Community
6/18/09	Kim Curry Working Summer at Patrick County Chamber We have a summer hire college Student working at the Chamber for several weeks in the summer. Her name is Kim Curry of Stuart, VA
6/17/09	Graveside Ceremony for Jesse Wood Sheppard-Wednesday The grave side ceremony was conducted at Peters Creek Baptist Church, near Lawsonville, NC for Jesse Sheppard, who was killed in an auto accident on Saturday.
6/16/09	Jesse Sheppard Funeral Wednesday at 2:00pm at the High School Jesse Sheppard, who just graduated from Patrick County High School died in an auto accident on I-95 near Benson, NC on Saturday.
6/15/09	Embarq Becomes Sponsor for VA Peach Festival. Embarq Corporation presented a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber in support of the Virginia State Peach Festival celebration in August.
6/15/09	Patrick County To Build Tower in Surry County, NC Federal funding will be used to build a new communications tower in Surry County, NC which will upgrade 911 communications. This will help the Claudville and Ararat communities where there at dead spots.
6/14/09	Beach Festival A Time Of Fun in Patrick County, VA The annual Hot Fun In The Sun Beach Festival was held on Friday and Saturday, June 12 and 13 near Stuart, VA in the Wayside Park. The Martinsville Bulletin reported 3000 people attended this 2 day event.
6/14/09	Wal-Mart Sponsors VA State Peach Festival Wal-Mart presented a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber in support of the Virginia State Peach Festival celebration in August.
6/13/09	Return To Roots Southern VA Launches New Website. June 11- Press Release from Virginia Economic Bridge about th enew web site: www.ReturnToRoots.org
6/13/09	Bears Steal Bird Feed at Henrietta Crafters-Lover's Leap Mt. See the videos of jumping bears at Henriettas Crafters, on U. S. Route 58, near Vesta, VA. You Tube address below.
6/11/09	Pick Your Own Cherries-Clements Orchard-Ararat, VA Clements Orchard will be open for cherry picking on June 8. Located on Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA, near the Blue Ridge Elementary School. These are dwarf trees. Easy pickin!
6/10/09	Annual Beach Music Festival June 12-13 at Wayside Park-Stuart, Va Press Release from HOT FUN, INC., PO Box 747 Stuart, VA 24171 (276) 694-2150. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
6/10/09	Create A Portrait of Your Favorite Pet-At The Homestead-Critz, VA On June 20, 10am-3pm. Members of the Patrick Henry Photography Club will be at the Reynolds Homestead Continuing Education Center to create memorable portraits of your favorite pet(s).
6/9/09	The Homestead Is Having a Book Sale!-Critz, VA Go by The Reynolds Homestead and check on the fantastic book sale underway now. Hours are 10am-4pm. Will be there until Thursday.
6/8/09	Launch of Return To Roots-Southern Virginia set for June 12 Jun. 8-A video conference will be held at the Patrick Henry Community College-Stuart, Site on June 12 at 12noon-1:00pm, to launch the Return To Roots-Southern Virginia web site.
6/8/09	Patrick County Board of Supervisor's Meeting - June 8th June 8-News Report for WHEO. The Patrick County Board of Supervisors met on Monday, June 8th at the County Administrative Building.
6/8/09	On Friday, June 12th, the Patrick County Health Department will be Closed. The reason for the closure is for district-wide training.
6/7/09	Kaitlyn Culler Named Co-Player of the Year-Patrick Co. High Softball Jun. 8-Kaitlyn Culler of Patrick County High and Brittany Arnn of Tunstall High have been named Co-Players of the Year for softball teams.
6/6/09	Windy Hill Orchards Cherries Ready For Picking Jun 2-Windy Hill Orchards (pick your own) are harvesting cherries the 1st week of June.
6/6/09	Tickets for Hot Fun Beach Music Festival on Sale at the Chamber of Commerce Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway in Stuart. Camping is available. For information for camping call 276-692-5239
6/6/09	Parkway PC's move to new location-Downtown Stuart, VA Parkway PC's has moved to a new location at 306 Patrick Avenue, Downtown Stuart, VA.
6/6/09	Christopher's Pizza Receives Crooked Road Banner-Meadows of Dan Jun. 6-Christopher's Pizza at Blue Ridge Passage Resort received The Crooked Road Music official banner from Mr. Woody Crenshaw, a member of The Crooked Road Music Trail organization. Receiving the banner is Christopher Shumate
6/6/09	Lady Cougars loose to Tunstall 3-2 at Radford Jun. 6-The Lady Cougars from Patrick County High School lost to Tunstall 3-2 in extra innings on Saturday in the state softball tournament in Radford.
6/5/09	Lady Cougar Softball Game is Now Saturday at 1:00pm Patrick County High School Lady Cougar Softball Tournament game posponed! Due to heavy rains. Now it is June 6 at 1pm at Radford, VA
6/5/09	Lady Cougars Softball Plays in AA State Tournament-June 6 The PCHS Lady Cougar Softball Team will be playing for the first time ever in the Semi-Final Round of the Group AA State Tournament on Friday at 1pm at Veteran's Field in Radford against the Tunstall Trojans.
6/5/09	Support Cougars-Wear Green and Gold on Friday The PCHS Cougar Club encourages Patrick County Cougar Fans to show their Cougar Pride on Friday by wearing Green and Gold in honor of all of our springs sports athletes and coaches.
6/4/09	Cabbage Fields in Patrick County Nearing Harvest June 2- This picture shows a cabbage field in the Dan River District of Patrick County, VA. This field is located in the Dan River Valley
6/3/09	English Teacher needed Patrick County High Must have VA license and proper endorsement. 2009-2010 school year.287-694-3163. www.patrick-county.org
6/3/09	Dietary Manager Needed-Blue Ridge Nursing Home-Stuart, VA Must be certified Dietary Manager. Prefer 2 yr. long term care experience. Contact: Gerald Williams, Blue Ridge Nursing Center, 105 Landmark Dr., Stuart, VA. Benefits include: vacation, health insurance, pension plan
6/3/09	Peaches In Process Of Maturity Pictured here are peaches at Windy Hill Orchards, still green. This is a pick you own orchard located in Ararat, VA with cherries, apples and peaches.
6/3/09	Former Hospital Owners Indicted by Grand Jury June 3-The Enterprise in Stuart, VA reported that Steven D. Womack and Melvin Eugene Woodward both of Hickory, NC, were indicted individually along with the company they formed, PCH Operations, LLC
6/3/09	Patrick County Board of Supervisors to Vote on Tax Increase Jun. 2- The Patrick County Board of Supervisors will vote on the proposed real estate tax increase to 48 cents per 100 assessed value on Monday, June 8 at 6:00pm meeting
6/3/09	Board of Supervisors to Hold Public Hearing on Tower Ordinance June 3- The Patrick County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the communications tower ordiniance on Monday, June 8 at 7pm in the County Veteran's Memorial Bldg.
6/2/09	Emmett Bradshaw, Jr. Named High School Principal of Virginia June 1-Mr. Emmett G. “E.G.” Bradshaw, Jr., Principal of Patrick County High School, has been selected the 2009 Outstanding High School Principal of Virginia by the Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals (VASSP)
6/1/09	Gladesboro Elementary School tours Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA Gladesboro Elementary School toured Laurel Hill, historic site of the birth of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart in Ararat, VA on May 21, 2009
6/1/09	Sgt Josh Bohannon Returns for Visit After spending more than a year in Iraq, a soldier received a warm welcome from family and friends Sunday when he returned to his home church. He graduated from Patrick County High School in 2003. He has served in Afghanistan and Iraq
6/1/09	Parkway PC's has moved to a New Location Parkway PC's has moved from 336-B Patrick Ave. to 306 Patrick Ave. as of June 1st. They still can be reached at 276-694-3843 for all your personal and business computer services.
6/1/09	Jonathan and Joy Large Have new baby Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Large of Ararat who off picture of newborn Baby name is Aubreigh Rose Large
6/1/09	Christopher's Pizza receives Crooked Road Affiliated Partner Status Christopher's Pizza in Meadows of Dan, Virginia will be presented with a banner acknowledging this venue's recent inclusion as a Crooked Road AFFILIATE PARTNER.
5/31/09	Patrick County Unemployment drops to 12% in April, 2009 May 31-According VEC Patrick County Unemployment went to 12% in April 2009. Compared to 13.1% in March.
5/31/09	Dan River Book Store Added to Community Loop-Round The Mountain Dan River Books in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, became the latest in a number of trail sites scheduled to be featured on Patrick County’s Community Loop Trail.
5/30/09	Benefit for Rodger Williams-June 7-2009 at Stuart Baptist On June 7, 2009 our community will come together and support and uplift Rodger and his family as we give thanks to our Benevolent God for His grace and mercy. We will hold a Steak Supper at Rotary Field on that Sunday from 12:30 – 5:30 pm to attempt to
5/29/09	Lt. Barnard Returns to his home in Ararat, VA May 29-Public is encouraged to line the streets to honor 1st Lt. Leevi Barnard as his body is returned home today. Planned processional route is approximately 10:30am. Folowing U. S. Route 51 North from Winston-Salem onto Rockford Street (U. S. 601) and
5/28/09	Ararat Soldier Killed In Iraq on May 21-2009 Army 1st Lt. Leevi Khole Barnard, age 28 of Ararat, VA was killed in Iraq of wounds suffered when his unit was attacked by enemy forces using explosives.
5/27/09	Patrick County Dancing Arts Presents Recital-May 30-Patrick Co. High Patrick County Dancing Arts Center Presents Recital 2009 Art In Motion at the Patrick County High School Auditorium, Saturday, May 30th at 6:00 p.m. Doors Open at 5:00 p.m.
5/27/09	Stuart Forest Products Fire in Stuart, VA Stuart Forest Products in Stuart, VA is experiencing a tremendous fire at 6:15am on May 27, 2009. Fire departments from Patrick County and Henry County have responded.
5/27/09	Picture of Stuart Forest Products Fire - May 27-6:15am A fire at the Stuart Forest Products was underway at 6:30am, May 27, 2009 on Commerce Street in Stuart, VA. Fire depts. from Patrick and Henry County have responded.
5/27/09	Stuart Forest Products Fire-May 27-2009-Stuart, VA The fire at Stuart Forest Products was a devasting loss in the early morning hours of May 27, 2009. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
5/24/09	Lt. Leevi K. Barnard of Ararat Killed In Action in Iraq Lt. Leevi Khole Barnard, who was a resident of the Ararat area, was killed in action defending his country. Lt. Barnard served with distinction in the military and was, according to sources, on his third tour in Iraq. Lt. Barnard went to Blue Ridge Elem
5/23/09	Dan River Books Holds Ribbon Cutting-Meadows of Dan Dan River Book Store of Meadows of Dan, VA, held a ribbon cutting and grand re-opening on May 20, 2009. They offer new books at 1/2 price or less. They carry used books too.
5/23/09	Patrick Schools Accepts Challenge of Green Schools May 22-Patrick County School Board is taking the next step reduce energy usage and promote sustainability in our schools. Through the VSBA Green Schools Challenge, Patrick County Public Schools system is committed to leading by example
5/22/09	Silent Art Auction Fundraiser-The Homestead-Deadline June 4 May 22-Homestead 2nd annual Book Sale and Silent Art Auction Fundraiser the second week of June.
5/21/09	A Big Greenhouse 'One Day Sale' at Landmark & Blue Ridge Nursing Center 9am till 5pm you may purchase 4 packs that are regularly $1.30 for $1.00 and Full Trays for just $11.00. With ALL OTHER BASKETS AND PLANTS 20% OFF. Come and See what we have growing!
5/21/09	Chamber Office Closed on Monday May 25th-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office in Stuart, VA is closed on Monday May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
5/19/09	Cooking For A Cause-Thur. May 16-Clark Gas & Oil-Stuart Cookin' For A Cause is Thursday, 11:00am-2:00pm on Commerce St. and Woodland Dr. at Clark Gas & Oil
5/18/09	Lady Cougar Live Broadcast Fun Facts Radio and More.. will be broadcasting live from Lady Cougar Field the Piedmont District Softball Action this week. Tonight Magna Vista will play Tunstall at 5 pm and our Lady Cougars will play host to Bassett in the night cap.
5/17/09	Auction of Dairy Farm Animals and Equipment-Meadows of Dan, VA Hurricane Ridge Dairy Farm in Meadows of Dan, VA will have an auction of 279 Holstein Heifers, 27 tractors, 27 trucks & trailers, 14 loaders and much more!
5/16/09	Strawberries Looking Good! At Stuart Strawberry Festival May 16-Strawberries were in plentiful supply Saturday, at the Town of Stuart's Strawberry Festival. Everyone enjoyed many products made with strawberries.
5/16/09	Mr. Richard D. Rogers, Jr. of Four Rivers Realty Passes Away-May 16 Mr. Richard D. Rogers, Jr. Broker of Four Rivers Realty in Stuart, VA passed away today, May 16 at Blue Ridge Nursing Home. The Patrick County Chamber is saddened by the loss of Mr. Rogers in our business community.
5/16/09	Strawberry Festival Brings Out Crafters-Stuart, VA Pictured here are examples of wooden bowls crafted out of local wood. On display at the Annual Strawberry Festival in Downtown, Stuart, VA
5/16/09	Tourism Demo's At Virginia Welcome Center-Lambsburg,VA May 13 & 14-Patrick Countians do 2 demo's at the I-77 Virginia Welcome Center at Lambsburg, VA. Celebrating National Tourism Week.
5/16/09	Tourism Demos at Virginia Welcome Center-May 13-14 Tourism demos were conducted at the Lambsburg, VA I-77 Welcome Center on May 13 and 14 by Patrick Countians as a part of National Tourism Week.
5/16/09	Public Hearing Proposed Budget-Patrick Co. Board of Supervisors May 18-A public hearing on the proposed budget July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010 was held in Patrick County, giving the citizenry the opportunity to give public comment.
5/15/09	Radio-thon at Stuart, VA WHEO 1270 AM Raises $10,500 May 15-Richard Rogers thanks the people of Patrick County and neighboring areas for your generous support in the fight against cancer. Today's "12 Hours for a Cure III" Radio-thon on WHEO, Stuart, Va, raised more than $10,500, exceeding our goal.
5/15/09	Patrick County Chamber Does Tourism Demo at Welcome Center The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce did a "Tourism Demo" at the Virginia Welcome Center on I-77 North, at Lambsburg, VA on
5/14/09	JEB Stuart Preservation Trust Does Tourism Demo at Welcome Center Representatives of the J. E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust did a "Tourism Demo" at the Virginia Welcome Center, on I-77 North, at Lambsburg, VA on May 14.
5/13/09	Patrick Chamber Provides Tourism Table-Strawberry Festival May 16 Press Release from the Chamber of Commerce-The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have a Tourism Information table at the Strawberry Festival in Stuart, VA on May 16, 2009, from 10:00am-4:00pm. Free literature will be given out all day long
5/13/09	Pioneer Community Hospital Adopts Fairy Stone Cross as Logo Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County has adopted the fairy stone cross for their new logo. Published in The Enterprise and The Martinsville Bulletin on May 13, 2009)
5/13/09	Peach Celebration Schedule Announced-Aug. 6-8, 2009 The Patrick County Chamber has announced the Peach Week Schedule for August 6-8, 2009. Aug. 6-Gospel Sing, Aug. 7 Peach Pageant, Aug. 8 Meadows of Dan Folk Fair, Aug. 8 Traditional music program
5/12/09	Relay For Life Radiothon-WHEO 1270 AM 6am-6pm-Stuart,VA-May 15 May 15-Relay for Life Radiothon on WHEO 1270 AM, 6am-6pm. All day live music from WHEO studios. Fund raiser for the Relay For Life. Talk Show host: Richard Rogers. Call in to donate 276-694-3114
5/11/09	Board of Supervisor's Meeting May 11, 2009-Patrick County The Patrick County Board of Supervisors met on Monday evening at 6:00pm on May 11, 2009. Listed here are the decisions made and other matters of public discussion.
5/10/09	New Cell Phone Tower Construction-Meadows of Dan, VA A new cell phone tower is now under construction on Widow Drive, ¼ mile south of U. S. Route 58 (JEB Stuart Highway), near the Floyd County and Patrick County line.
5/9/09	Picnicing On The Lawn-Mabry Mill, VA Sunday was a beautiful day on the Blue Ridge Parkway, at Mabry Mill. This family was spread out with Kentucky Fried Chicken. They are Lyn and Joy Hudgins, and their children Bryson, Gracie and Payton from Blacksburg, VA
5/9/09	Mabry Mill-Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia Mother's Day, May 10, 2009 was the day to be on the Parkway near Meadows of Dan, VA. The sky was clear and temperature just right for all the visitors to the mountains of Patrick and Floyd counties.
5/9/09	Doe Run Farm Joins Round The Mountain Loop Trail Doe Run Farm in Ararat, Virginia, became the latest in a number of trail sites scheduled to be featured on Patrick County’s Community Loop Trail.
5/8/09	Gary Sheppard Recognized for Contributions to Baseball Park Gary Sheppard was recognized on May 8, 2009 at the Stuart DeHart Park with a plaque presented to him by Clyde Crissman and Darlyne Clark
5/8/09	Mr. and Mrs. Harris given Plaque in memory of Tracy Harris The Patrick Prowlers girls softball team presented a plaque in memory of Tracy Harris, a sponsor for the Prowlers team. Receiving the plaque is Mavin and Crystal Harris, presenter is Logan Martin
5/7/09	New Store Front-Downtown Stuart, VA Pictured here are two new store fronts on Patrick Avenue, Downtown, Stuart, VA. The remodeling project is nearing completion.
5/7/09	Yellow Tavern-Where J. E. B. Stuart was mortally wounded Pictured here is a historical sign placed near U. S. Route 1 and Interstate 95, North of Richmond, VA, where Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart made his last ride in the Civil War.
5/7/09	Honduras Coffee Improves Menu-Offers Entertainment Now serving a veggie burger – a grilled garden burger on an onion roll with your choice of fixins, including alfalfa sprouts and a sour cream and herb sauce. May 9th comedy, "Once Upon A Blue Ridge" and the Foddrells.
5/7/09	Chamber Offers new Booklet on Digital Television Conversion The Federal Communication Commission has issued a new booklet entitled, "DTV Made Easy-5 simple Steps to Upgrade to Digital Television". Come by the Chamber office to get your copy
5/6/09	Meadows of Dan Community Leaders Visit Primland Construction Project Recently the Meadows of Dan Business and community leaders visited the Primland Resort construction project on Busted Rock Road in Meadows of Dan, VA
5/5/09	Ball Park Initiation-DeHart Park-Stuart-May 7 at 6:00pm DeHart Park ball field initiation. No. 2 Ball Field. Starts at 6:00pm. Call Recreation Dept. for more info. 276-694-3917
5/3/09	Tom Bishop Visits Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart's Grave-Richmond, VA On May 2, 2009, Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce went to Richmond and visited the grave of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA.
5/2/09	Healthy Lifestyles Series-PH Community College-Stuart Six weekly sessions designed to help better manage weight, reduce risk of illness or injury, lead you to a healthier life. Classes starting on May 14, 6:30pm
5/1/09	Del Armstrong Holds Town Hall Meeting-Stuart, VA At the PH Community College, Wed., May 6, 5:30pm, 212 Johnson Street, Stuart, VA
5/1/09	Artisans Community Loop Trail Being Finalized for Patrick County Our absolute last date we can accept trail site applications is May 15,” said Charlotte Gardner, Chairman of TAC, in a recent meeting. 10,000 brochures will be printed for distribution at Welcome Centers, visitor’s centers, and other points througho
5/1/09	Public Hearing Scheduled for Tax Increase-June 8-Patrick County The County Board of Supervisors have set June 8, 6:00pm, as a public hearing for the tax rate of 48 cents per hundred. The budget for 2009-2010 is $41 million.
5/1/09	The Big Greenhouse at Blue Ridge Nursing and Landmark Center The big greenhouse is now open to the public. Get ready for Mother's Day which is May 10. Bedding plants, roses, pansies, geraniums, annuls, dish gardens, baskets, mixed pits, dogwood trees, and more.
4/30/09	Patrick County Jobless Rate Goes too 13.2% in March Patrick County, Virginia unemployment went from 13% in February 2009 to 13.2% in March 2009
4/30/09	Southside Business Tech Center gets $375,000 from Harvest Foundation Apr. 30-Southside Business Technology Center was awarded $375,000 from the Harvest Foundation over a period of 3 years
4/30/09	Simulus Money Goes to Philpott Reservoir and Lake-$3.75 million May 1-Selection criteria required that projects be executed quickly and result in high, immediate employment.
4/28/09	Patrick Hospital Looking for Physical Therapist-Stuart, VA Pioneer Health Services of Patrick County is currently seeking a Physical Therapist and a LPTA. Facilities will be located in the hospital.
4/28/09	Patrick County Schools Earns Distinguished Title I School Division NEWS RELEASE – April 30, 2009 Ten public school divisions and 124 schools are being honored by the Virginia Board of Education for raising the academic achievement of economically disadvantaged students
4/27/09	Cost of Griffith Lumber Co. Fire In The Millions-Woolwine Apr. 26 - As reported by the Martinsville Bulletin, page 1, the owner estimates the loss in millions of dollars. In fact a total loss, per Bruce Griffith.
4/26/09	Hall Oil and Propane Holds Groundbreaking-Stuart, VA Apr. 24-Hall Oil and Propane held a groundbreaking on JEB Stuart Highway W. in Stuart, VA for a new office and propane storage facility. The business will be located next door to W & W Produce
4/26/09	Jamestown Pipe and Drum Plays for the Highland Games The Jamestown Pipe and Drum played for the 2nd Annual Highland Games at Laurel Hill in Ararat, VA on April 25. The event was attended by approximatel 1200 people and it was a beautiful day.
4/25/09	Highland Games and Festival at Laurel Hill-Ararat-Apr. 25 The 2nd Annual Highland Games and Festival was held on Apr. 25 at Laurel Hill, birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA. Pirctured here is Jim Barnette (native of Scotland) and Glen King, Organizer of the Games and Festival
4/25/09	Cindy Hoback Named Volunteer of the Year-Surgical Nurse Apr. 23-Cindy Hoback a day surgical nurse at Northern Hospital of Surry County, NC and former president of the Hospital Auxiliary was named Volunteer of the Year at the Annual Banquet on Tuesday evening.
4/25/09	EMBARQ Mobile Unit at Post Office in Stuart EMBARQ Telephone company will have their mobile store available to the general public on Tuesday, Apr. 28 all day, starting at 9am-5pm
4/24/09	Griffith Lumber Looses Sawmill in Fire-Woolwine Griffith Lumber of Woolwine, VA experienced a devasting fire last evening, destroying all their sawmill and equipment. Immediately 40 people are out of work.
4/23/09	Johnny Williams Will Perform at Apr 25 Music Association Jamboree Apr. 20- Song writer and bluegrass performer Johnny Williams and Friends will perform at the Patrick County Music Association (PCMA) jamboree on Saturday, April 25th in Patrick Springs, VA.
4/23/09	Gas Price goes to $1.899 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Apr. 23-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.899 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
4/23/09	Alert Signs on Manure Spill Removed-Meadows of Dan Apr. 23- WSLS Channel 10, stated the VA Dept. of Health gave a news release that signs had been removed alerting public of a manure spill of 10,000 gallons.
4/22/09	Step, Inc. holds Groundbreaking for New Building-Stuart Apr. 16-Step, Inc. held a groundbreaking ceremony on April 16 at the new site on Wayside Road in Stuart, VA. Cost is $1.3 million with the major portion being a loan from USDA.
4/22/09	Reynolds Homestead Part of Artisan Trail Network CRITZ, VA (April 21, 2009)—The Reynolds Homestead is pleased to announce that it has become part of the ‘Round the Mountain Regional Artisan Trail Network. This network of driving trails connects visitors to artisan studios, galleries, agritourism bus
4/22/09	EMBARQ Mobile Store Coming to Stuart, VA EMBARQ's mobile store will be in Stuart all day on April 28, from 9:00am-5pm at the Post Office on Blue Ridge Street. This is a customer service van and may be able to help many in our community with service questions.
4/22/09	Jonathan Large Speaks on the Referendums in Patrick Apr. 22-After the Patrick County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously last week to have that issue decided through a referendum that will be on the ballot for a county election in November.
4/21/09	Aneesh Chopra Named as Technology Director by President Obama On Saturday, during his weekly address, President Obama named Virginia’s Secretary of Technology, Aneesh Chopra, as the nation’s Chief Technology Officer.
4/21/09	Martinsville Media Reports on Cattle Manure Spill Apparently a spill of 10,000 gal. of cattle manure occured from a holding lagoon in the Meadows of Dan area of Patrick Colunty on Apr. 13, 2009
4/20/09	Hall Oil & Propane Building in Patrick County Apr. 21-Hall Oil and Propane of Walnut Cove, NC is planning to build an office and storage facility on JEB Stuart Highway, Rt. 58, next door to W & W Produce.
4/19/09	Rick Boucher Holds Town Hall Meeting in Stuart, VA Apr. 18. At the Historic Star Theatre in Downtown Stuart, VA, Congressman Rick Boucher, from the 9th District of Southwest Virginia greeted the public in a Town Hall meeting.
4/19/09	Ward Armstrong Visits White House Delegate Ward Armstrong from Collinsville, VA visited the White House on April 16, 2009. He attended where he attended a presentation on the President’s new strategic plan for high speed rail in America.
4/18/09	Congressman Rick Boucher Greets Tom Bishop at Star Theatre Apr. 18-Congressman Rick Boucher greets Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce at the Star Theatre in Stuart, VA while he was here for a Town Hall meeting.
4/18/09	Car Show In Stuart, VA attracts Big Crowd The Annual Blue Ridge Mountains Car Show was a hit in Patrick County, VA on Saturday, April 18. This was sponsored by the Stuart Rotary Club.
4/18/09	Jonathan Large Greets Congressman Rick Boucher Apr. 18-Rick Boucher thanked Jonathan Large, Supervisor from the Dan River District of Patrick County, who recently went to Washington, DC and spoke before the Committee on Telecommunications and The Internet.
4/17/09	Conference on the Stimulus Legislation-Apr. 20-Wytheville Congressman Rick Boucher offers a FREE conference at the Wytheville Meeting Center concerning the Amererican Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Economic Opportunities for the 9th Congressionial District.
4/16/09	National Crime Victims' Rights Week-Apr. 26-May 2 Celebrating National Crime Victims' Rights Week in Patrick County April 26-May 2. All events are open to the public and FREE!
4/16/09	Secretary of Technology Visited Patrick County High School Mar. 25-Aneesh Chopra visited Patrick County High School to observe teachers using digital learning tools.
4/15/09	Congressman Boucher Holds Town Hall Meeting at The Star Theatre Public is invited to the Historic Star Theatre on Saturday, 9:00am April 18, with Rep. Rick Boucher, Abingdon, VA sharing with us the impact of the Federal Stimulus package on Southwest, VA
4/15/09	WHEO live Jamboree at The Star Theatre in Stuart-April 18 WHEO and the Star Theatre hosts Mary Jo and Charlie Leet and friends on Saturday, April 18. Ticket price is $3.00. Downtown Boys will also perform. Starts at 11:00am
4/15/09	Civil War Roundtable at The Homestead-Critz, VA The Reynolds Homestead Virginia Tech Continuing Ed. Center is sponsoring a Civil War panel discussion on Sunday, Apr. 19, 3-4pm. Dessert and coffee provided.
4/15/09	Patrick County Supervisors Vote to take issues to referendum April 14-Patrick County Board of Supervisors voted late Tuesday night to take the Restaurant Meals Tax and Liquer By The Drink to the voters in the November election.
4/15/09	OPEN HOUSE at PH Community College-Stuart-Apr. 21-5:30pm Patrick Henry Community College is offering an Open House at the Stuart Site on Tuesday, April 21, at 5:30pm. Open to public. Free raffles. Refreshments. Learn about job opportunities.
4/15/09	OPEN HOUSE at PH Community College-Stuart-Apr. 21-5:30pm Patrick Henry Community College is offering an Open House at the Stuart Site on Tuesday, April 21, at 5:30pm. Open to public. Free raffles. Refreshments. Learn about job opportunities.
4/14/09	Mabry Mill Restuarant and Gift Shop will Open Apr. 25-8:00am The Mabry Mill & Gift Shop on the Blue Ridge Parkway will open for the season on Apr. 25, 2009 at 8:00am. This is one of the most popular sites visited on the Parkway.
4/14/09	Fish Virginia Marketing Rollout-Smith Mt. Lake The Fish Virginia First marketing inititaive soft rollout event at the Parkway Marina at Smith Mt. Lake in Franklin County, VA. Part of the Bassmasters Tournament Schedule.
4/13/09	VECTEC Joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce VECTEC (Virginia Electronic Commerce Technology Center) of Newport News, Virginia has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
4/13/09	The Showroom of Martinsville, VA Joins Patrick County Chamber The Showroom, furniture outlet in Martinsville, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. They are located at 132 E. Church Street, Martinsville, VA.
4/13/09	Manure Spill in Patrick County, VA Apr. 13- Health Official report a manure spill into a stream in Patrick County, VA. It is considered accidental and was approximately 10,000 gallons of cattle manure from a holding lagoon on Hurricane Ridge Road near Meadcows of Dan.
4/12/09	Leon Jones Garage of Dry Pond Joins Patrick County Chamber Leon Jones Garage of (Dry Pond) Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. the garage and trucking company is located on Dry Pond Highway, Route 103 between Claudville and Stuart.
4/11/09	R & S Stone of Floyd County, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber R & S Stone of Floyd County, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Formerly known as Shooting Creek Quarry
4/10/09	Job Fair at Meadows of Dan Community Center-Primland Primland Resort is conducted a Job Fair at the Meadows of Dan Community Center on Jeb Stuart Highway, Meadows of Dan, VA on April 14, 2009, 9:00am-7pm
4/9/09	Mayberry Beverage has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Mayberry Beverage, who offers bottled water and cider, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
4/9/09	Verizon Wireless joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Verizon Wireless of Roanoke, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
4/6/09	Gov. Tim Kaine will be in Martinsville-April 9-2009 Gov. Tim Kaine and his Cabinet Secretaries along with other elected officials at the Museum of Natural History, Martinsville, VA starting at 11:30am, April 9. Cost of luncheon $10. RSVP
4/6/09	Cyndi Williams will become Coordinator for Federal Programs Mrs. Cyndi Williams, Principal of Stuart Elementary has been promoted to the position of Coordinator of Federal Programs for Patrick County Schools.
4/5/09	What's Going On At Honduras Coffee Shop-Stuart, VA Apr. 6-Honduras Coffee-Take advantage of our Stimulant Package! For the entire month of April, you can buy fresh roasted Brazilian Santos for only $4.99 a pound. Brazilian Santos is a mild coffee with a smooth, light body.
4/5/09	Patrick County Chamber Office Closed April 13-2009 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office will be closed on Monday April 13, 2009 in observance of the holiday Easter Monday
4/4/09	Patrick County Jobless Rate is 13.3% in February, 2009 The unemployment rate for February, 2009 for Patrick County, VA hit 13.3%. This is up from January when it was 11.5%.
4/4/09	Return to Roots Top Finalists for American Govt. Awards RADFORD, Va., March 31, 2009- Earlier today, the Return to Roots program, a Virginia Tobacco Indemnification and Community Revitalization Commission funded project managed by Virginia Economic Bridge, Inc., was announced as one of the top 50 finalists
4/3/09	Unemployment in Martinsville, VA hits 20.2% Apr. 2-Jobless rate in Martinsville, VA hit 20.2% in February, 2009 according to Virginiia Employment Commission figures released on Wednesday.
4/3/09	Gas Price goes to $1.939 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down to $1.939 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
4/3/09	Sen. Roscoe Reynolds will be guest on Job Quest on Blue Ridge PBS April 14, 2009, Senator Roscoe Reynolds will be a special guest on the Blue Ridge PBS "Job Quest" program. This an employment advice and information program.
4/2/09	Chamber Office Hours-New Schedule-April 1st Apr. 1-The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is now open 9:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday, effective April 1st, 2009
4/2/09	Spring Clean-Up-Patrick County, VA-Mar. 15-Apr. 15 "Community Wide Litter Pick-Up. Patrick County, VA. Mar. 15-Apr. 15. Everyone join in and volunteer to help. Self Directed clean up along our road sides. Be safe!
4/1/09	Volunteer for Fire Dept. or Rescue Squad-Claudville, VA Come and hear how you can be a volunteer for local fire departments and rescue squads. Trinity Christian School, Claudville, at 14 Gammons Road. Apr. 7-2009 at 11:00am
3/31/09	Musical Styles Along the Crooked Road-Travel Exhibit Opens in Apr.-Stuart Mar. 30-Musical Styles Along the Crooked Road. Traveling Exhibit Opens in April. Southwest Virginians are known to have a good ear for music, and this second new exhibit from The Crooked Road group opening at The Historic Star Theatre
3/31/09	VA Chamber Briefiings-Virginia Chamber of Commerce Mar. 30-As we ponder what’s going on in Virginia affecting our business climate and our competitiveness, several things stand out. First among them is the decision by the Virginia Department of Transportation to close 25 of 41 rest areas
3/31/09	National Healthcare Decisions Day-Apr. 16-2009 Mar. 31-Mount Airy, NC – Mountain Valley Hospice & Palliative Care (MVHPC), along with other national, state and community organizations, are leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making
3/31/09	Grants Available From Stimulus-Gov. Kaine Announcement Gov. Tim Kaine announced an update to the Stimulus program and provides information on competitive grants. Now accepting applications for a wide range of project proposals.
3/31/09	Growing Sales Seminar-Apr. 16 at Galax, VA Attention Business Owners-At Galax, VA. Seminar to help businesses increase salses through state, federal and private sector markets.
3/30/09	Free Workshops at Patrick Henry Community College in May series of free workshops in leadership, technology, problem-solving, critical thinking and communication will be offered by Patrick Henry Community College during the month of May
3/29/09	Spring Frolic Planned at The Homestead-May 2-Critz, VA The Annual Spring Frolic is planned for The Reynolds Homestead at Critz, VA, Saturday, May 2, 10:00-3:00pm. Admission $1.00. Maypole. Food. Entertainment. A great place to be!
3/27/09	Gas Price goes to $1.979 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.979 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
3/26/09	David Byrd named as Branch Manager at Surrey Bank-Stuart David A. Byrd has been named as Branch Manager at the Surrey Bank & Trust in Stuart, VA, replacing Janie Lankford.
3/25/09	Secretary of Technology Visits Patrick County Schools. The Honorable Aneesh Chopra, the Secretary of Technology, visited Patrick County Public Schools on Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
3/25/09	Aneesh Chopra-Secretary of Technology Visits Patrick County, Va Mar. 25-Mr. Aneesh Chopra, Secretary of Technology visited the Patrick County Schools in Stuart, VA. Accompanying him was Tristen Pegram Senior Special Assistant.
3/25/09	RJR Hospital Now Pioneer Community Hospital Mar. 25- According to The Enterprise published on March 25, 2009, the former R. J. Reynolds Patrick County Memorial Hospital has now been renamed Pioneer Community Hospital.
3/25/09	Janice Wilkins Resigns From Patrick County Hospital Janice Wilkins who has served as hospital administrator for several years announced March 23, that she was resigning that position.
3/25/09	Strategic Planning Session at The Reynolds Homestead CRITZ, VA (March 25, 2009)— The Reynolds Homestead Virginia Tech Continuing Education Center is in the process of developing a strategic plan. The plan will address two areas—the historic home and the history and story around it,
3/25/09	Easter Egg Decorating Contest-Deadline today at Blue Ridge Nursing Home Blue Ridge Nursing Home, Stuart, VA is sponsoring a Easter Egg decorating contest. Deadline is today. So get your entries in!
3/24/09	Fire Call at Stuart Forest Products-Stuart, VA Mar. 24-Four fire departments responded to Stuart Forest Products on Commerce Street in Stuart, VA. Picture was taken about 5:10pm on Mar. 24, 2009. Address is 120 Commerce Street.
3/24/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.939 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Mar. 25-Unleaded gasoline went to $1.939 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA
3/24/09	Guitar and Instrument Show-Patrick County Music Association On Saturday, March 28, 10:00am-4:00pm Patrick County Music Association will hold a workshop, guitar and instrument show. Open jam will follow at 5:00pm
3/23/09	Big Band Bash at the Star Theatre-Stuart, VA Mar. 21- The Patrick County Partnership for the Arts presented the 4th Annual Big Band Bash at the Historic Star Theatre on March 21 in downtown Stuart, VA
3/23/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.879 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Mar. 23-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.879 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
3/23/09	Job Opening! Certified Nursing Assistant with Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant I or II, 2 years Hospice/Home Health experience preferred, current driver’s license, excellent communication skills. Full time, competitive benefit package. EOE
3/23/09	Ribbon Cutting at Blessings From Above Child Care-Stuart, VA Mar. 23-Ribbon Cutting was held today at Blessings From Above child care in Stuart, VA, opening a new business. New owners are Mary Beth Roberson and Kim Roberson.
3/23/09	VDOT Announced Closure of 25 Safety Rest Areas in Virginia The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) recently announced the proposed closure of 25 of the 41 state safety rest areas effective July 2009. VDOT attributes the closures to a tight budget and a move towards its core mission of building and maint
3/23/09	Card Check Bill Under Consideration by US Congress Mar. 12-Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or "card check"has been re-introduced in the U. S. House and U. S. Senate. H.R. 1409 and S. 560. If you wish to express yourself, now is the time to contact your representatives.
3/23/09	VA Chamber Hosts Anti-Card Check Forum in Abingdon Mar. 25-On April 1, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce will partner with the Washington County Smith County and Bristol Chambers of Commerce to co-host a seminar focusing on the Employee Free Choice Act
3/21/09	Utility Work Underway for Route 8 Connector in Stuart, VA Mar. 20-Pictured here are Appalachian utility crews working on relocation of power lines in Stuart, VA in preparation for the new Route 8 connector
3/20/09	Ribbon Cutting-Mar 23 at 11:00am-Blessings From Above Child Care Blessings From Above Child Day Center, located at 716 Johnson St. Stuart, VA will have a ribbon cutting celebrating this new business on March 23, at 11:00am
3/20/09	Peach Blossoms Are out at Windy Hill Orchards-Ararat, VA Mar. 20-Pictured here is a display of peach tree blossoms on March 20, 2009 in the Windy Hill Orchards in Ararat, VA
3/20/09	Gas Price goes to $1.839 per gallon at On The Run-Stuart, VA Mar. 20-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.839 at On the Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
3/20/09	Pastoral Scene-Patrick County, VA Mar. 20-This picture is of a farm on Archie's Creek Road, Claudville, VA. Picture was taken on March 20, 2009
3/19/09	New Lodge Under Construction at Primland-Meadows of Dan The new lodge and restuarant for Primland Resort is under construction with a planned opening in the Summer of 2009. Members of the Meadows of Dan Community toured the property on March 12.
3/18/09	New Store Fronts in Downtown Stuart, VA Two new store fronts are being put in place on Patrick Avenue, Downtown Stuart, VA. Owners are Tom Beasley and Dean Goad. Expectation is that these will be retail stores.
3/17/09	Blessings From Above Child Day Center Opening Mar. 16 Blessings From Above Child Day Center will be opening on Monday, March 16, 2009. It is located at 716 Johnson Street, Stuart, VA. Telephone: 276-694-7007
3/17/09	VA Commission Delays Hearing on Embarq Rates A State Corporation Commission (SCC) hearing on a matter that could lead to Embarq raising rates paid by local phone customers has been postponed
3/17/09	Chopra-Sec. of Technology for Virginia will visit Patrick County Schools Patrick County Public Schools is pleased to announce that the Honorable Aneesh Chopra, Virginia's Secretary of Technology will be visiting Patrick County Public Schools on Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
3/17/09	Job Quest Shares Good News on Blue Ridge PBS Mar. 19-(Roanoke, Va.)—“JobQuest” shared a dose of good news and optimism with Blue Ridge PBS viewers on March 17, as the popular employment advice and information program returned for its third monthly primetime episode.
3/16/09	New Construction in Patrick County is $22 million for 2008 Mar. 13. The Patrick County Chamber issues this report on new construction for year 2008.
3/16/09	American Legion Post 105 seeking members-Stuart, VA Post 105 reminds all honorably discharged male and female veterans of the Armed Forces of the U. S. who served during periods of conflict that they may qualify for membership.
3/16/09	Daniel Louis Hosts Afternoon Show on WHEO 1270 AM Stuart, VA Mr. Daniel Louis hosts the late afternoon talk show and music program on the Heart of Patrick County, WHEO, 1270 AM Stuart, Va
3/15/09	Patrick County Unemployment goes to 11.2% in January 2009 December's jobless rate was 10.2% in December, 2008, with 959 unemployed. January 2009 there was 1078 unemployed.
3/15/09	Need Business Assistance? Here is an opportunity! Mar. 17-Attention Business Owners. In today’s economy, the survival of small business has never been more challenging. Finding new markets, accessing financing and connecting to resources is vital to weathering economic crisis.
3/15/09	Business Counseling-One-On-One-Stuart- Appointments Available LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE, CALL TODAY TO RESERVE A ONE HOUR APPOINTMENT, contact Sandy Ratliff at 276-676- 3768 from Dept. of Business Assistance. March 30 only
3/15/09	PH Community College Offering On Line Non Credit Classes-Save 20% PHCC is offering a Mad Deal during March Madness on our online non-credit classes during the month of March. SAVE 20% NOW if you enroll in an online non-credit course through Ed2Go!
3/15/09	Bishop Tommy McGhee is Speaker for Mt. View P. H. Church Mar. 15-Bishop Tommy McGhee, Conference Supt. of the Cornerstone Conference of the Pentecostal Holiness Church was the Guest Speaker at Retired Minister's Day at Mt. View Church in Claudville
3/15/09	Chamber On WHEO Talk Show-1270 AM Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber will be on the WHEO 8:00am Talk Show with Lacy Harbour, from 8:15 am-9:00am on March 27, 2009
3/14/09	Sen. Roscoe Reynolds Speaks Out For U. S. Route 58 Senator Roscoe Reynolds, D-Ridgeway has recently spoke out in favor of completing U. S. Route 58 from Stuart to Hillsville, VA. See Martinsville Bulletin, March 12, 2009.
3/13/09	Mr. James A. Hutchens Passes Away March 12-Spencer, VA Mar. 12-Mr. James A. Hutchens, Age 82, passed away on March 12 at his home in Spencer, VA. We at the Chamber of Commerce offer our condolences and prayers to this family.
3/13/09	Tom Bishop will be on 1270 AM WHEO Talk Show on Mar. 20 Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber will be on the WHEO 1270 AM Talk Show with host Richard Rogers on Friday, March 20, 2009, 9:30am-10:00am
3/12/09	FREE CHOICE ACT-Card Check-Introduced in U. S. House of Rep. Mar. 11-Socalled Free Choice Act (EFCA) or "card check" bill was re-introduced on Tuesday in the House of Representatives (H. R. 1409) and in the Senate (S560).
3/12/09	Sen. Reynolds Urges VDOT to keep Rest Areas Open Senator Roscoe Reynolds, D-Ridgeway, at the request of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce urged VDOT to do all they can to keep welcome centers and rest areas open.
3/11/09	County Proclamation-Litter Pick-UP-Mar. 15-Apr. 15 Mar. 9-Patrick County, VA declares March 15 – April 15, 2009 as Community Wide Litter Pick Up.
3/11/09	Customer Service Workshops Build Service Skills Mar. 10-Stuart, Virginia – Thanks to a collaboration of several Patrick County organizations, three successful “Outstanding Customer Service” workshops were held recently at Patrick Henry Community College.
3/11/09	Mary Sue Terry named as 2009 Woman In History Former Attorney General Mary Sue Terry, a Patrick County native and resident, is being honored by the Library of Virginia as one of the 2009 Women in History
3/9/09	Blue Ridge Parkway 75 Celebration Planning Underway BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY 75, INC. PUTS STEWARDSHIP AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AT TOP OF CELEBRATION PLANS-Roanoke, VA – As the Blue Ridge Parkway prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary, stewardship of the 469-mile roadway is a priority according to state o
3/9/09	Help with Litter Pick Up! Patrick County, VA campaign for Spring Issued March 9-PLEASE HELP US!!! ”Community Wide Litter Pick-Up Patrick County, VA” March 15-April 15, 2009
3/1/09	Mt. Rose Recipe in Top Ten Favorites Feb. 25-Mt. Rose Inn of Woolwine, VA was named as one of the top 10 staff favorites by ILoveInns.com in its 2009 romatic recipes contest. Innkeepers are Mike and Dora Jane Barwick.
2/28/09	Nunn Brothers Play at Patrick County Jamboree Feb. 28-The Nunn Brothers bluegrass band from Westfield,NC play Saturday night for the Patrick County Music Association Jamboree at Rotary Field in Stuart, Va.
2/27/09	Employer Breakfast Held at Stuart on Feb. 23-2009 Feb. 23-The Workforce Investment Board held an Employer Breakfast on February 23, 2009 in Stuart, VA to meet with employers and explain the various programs available to help them in their search for employees
2/26/09	Patrick County Chamber to Exhibit at Fast Track 2009 The Fast Track 2009 will be held on March 3 and 4 at the old Bassett Walker Plant in Martinsville just off Rives Road, each evening from 4:00pm-8:00pm.
2/25/09	Narrow Road Performs for Patrick County Music Association- Feb 28th It’s all about the family at the Patrick County Music Association (PCMA) monthly, free Jamboree. Family that plays music together, stays together, just ask the Narrow Road who is the special guest band on Saturday, February 28th at Rotary Field in Stuar
2/22/09	Patrick County Represented at the Fast Track 2009-March 3-4 Patrick County organizations are well represented in the Fast Track 2009, The area's Premier Trade Show, set for March 3 and 4
2/8/09	WHEO Does Live Remote at Just Plain Country Store-Stuart, VA Richard Rogers of WHEO does live remote at the Just Plain Country Store in Stuart, VA for the JEB Stuart Birthday celebration on Feb. 7, 2009
2/7/09	Jeb Stuart Impersonator Is Guest at Jeb's Birthday Celebration Matthew Wise, a student at Appalachian State University, is a guest at the Annual Birthday Celebration of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart at Just Plain Country Store in Stuart, VA
2/6/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.839 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Feb. 6-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.839 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
2/2/09	Gasoline price goes to $1.799 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Feb. 2- Unleaded gasoline price went from $1.739 to $1.789 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA.
1/30/09	Mt. Airy seeks to land the next Aerial Machine expansion Jan. 30-Mt. Airy News reported today that Town of Mt. Airy is hopinig for an expansion of Aerial Machine again that will put them in the running to obtain this plant.
1/15/09	Customer Service Workshops Offered-Patrick County, VA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -14 January 2009 PATRICK COUNTY ORGANIZATIONS JOINTLY ANNOUNCE SPECIAL CUSTOMER SERVICE WORKSHOPS
1/7/09	Chamber Has Raffle for Beautiful Birdhouse The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is offering this birdhouse in a raffle drawing. Ticket donation price is $1.00 each.
1/2/09	Fairystone State Park Recycling Christmas Trees Help the fish habitat at Fairystone Park and donate your left over Christmas Tree. Drop location is Rotary Field in Stuart. From now until January 9th. Remove all ornament.
12/30/08	Johnny Lambert selected as President Elect of Realtors Assoc. The Martinsville Henry County and Patrick County Association of Realtors installed new officers at their banquet on Dec. 12. Johnny Lambert was selected as the President Elect.
12/29/08	Gun permits on rise in Surry County, NC Dec. 29-Mt. Airy News reported that gun permits are on the rise lately. Interviewed was Merlin Scales, of Rabbit Ridge Enterprises, Ararat, VA.
12/29/08	New Cell Phone Tower on the Horizen near Philpott Lake, VA Verizon Wireless has constructed a new cell phone tower, near Rt. 57 and Phillpott Lake in Henry County, VA.
12/27/08	Merger of Verizon and Alltel possible. Alltel the largest rural mobile operator in the U. S. is rumored to be up for sale. Possible buyer is Verizon. This would be a $28 million deal. Verizon is a predominate provider in the Piedmont area of Virginia.
12/25/08	Chamber Collector Ornament Now Available for 2008 The Patrick County of Chamber Commerce has released the 2008 Christmas ornament and collector mug. It is the picture of “Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA" standing with his horse.
12/25/08	Morgan Shepherd Presents Check for $30,000 to PARC Workshop Morgan Shepherd, NASCAR race driver, presented a $30,000 contribution to Mr. Henry Ayers, Director of the PARC Workshop iin Stuart, VA, on December 15, 2008
12/24/08	Mr. and Mrs. Mike Pendleton Appear in Period Clothing-Dec. 20 Mr. and Mrs. Mike Pendleton are pictured here in period clothing representing Jeb Stuart Preservation Trust and Wharton Camp of Sons of Confederate Veterans on Dec. 20, 2008
12/24/08	Gas price goes down to $1.499 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Dec. 24-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.499 per gallon at On the Run Exxon, Stuart, VA.
12/22/08	Jeb Stuart Preservation Trust Appears at Music Association Jamboree The Jeb Stuart Preservation Trust directors and Civil War reenactors were at the Patrick County Music Association monthly Jamboree on Dec. 20 in Stuart, VA
12/22/08	Guests at Music Assoc. Jamboree include Reenactors-Dec 2008 The Patrick County Music Association Jamboree included guests representing the Civil War Era.
12/21/08	Chamber Office to Close on Dec. 24 and 25 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office will be closed on Dec. 24 and Dec. 25 and also on January 1st.
12/19/08	Piedmont Community Services Ribbon Cutting held on Dec. 18 New location is at 22280 Jeb Stuart Highway, U. S. Route 58, 5 miles East of Stuart, VA in Patrick Springs. The new building cost approx. $1.5 million and was constructed by Clark Brothers from Stuart
12/16/08	Gov Kaine Releases Revenue Forcast For Virginia-Dec. 17 Dec. 17-GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES REVENUE REFORECAST, PLAN TO ADDRESS SHORTFALL. Shortfall for the biennium approximately $2.9 billion
12/15/08	WARNING-False E-mails from Embarq Corporation Dec. 8-WARNING: We have been getting numerous e-mail messages from what looks like Embarq Corporation customer service asking you for vital information-MESSAGE FROM Patrick County of Chamber
12/15/08	Gas price goes to $1.559 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Dec. 15-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.559 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
12/15/08	Wood's Cold Storage for Fruits They have oranges, tangerines, honey, peanuts, etc. Fresh local grown items to fit your budget. Telephone 276-694-3888
12/14/08	Mary Jordon Named Non Profit Leader of the Year Dec. 14-Mary Jordon, Director of the Spencer-Penn Centre was awarded United Way's Non-Profit Leader of the year. "A true leader is someone who not only has a vision, but can inspire others to share in that vision and that is the type of leader we have in
12/12/08	Mt. View Church Holds Christmas Musical-Claudville, VA Mt. View Pentecostal Holiness Church, 263 Hatcher's Chapel Rd., Claudville, VA will celebrate Christmas with a musical presentation, "Emmanuel", Celebrating Heaven's Child.
12/12/08	Music Association Christmas Show-Dec. 20-Stuart, VA At Rotary Field. Doors open at 4:30pm. Bill and Maggie Anderson. Kenny and Amanda Smith. Sammy Shelor and Friends. The Country Boys. Herbert and Tina Conner. One Accord.
12/11/08	Wanda Campo Teacher of the Year-Patrick County, VA Wanda Campo, who teaches fourth grade science and social studies at Hardin Reynolds Memorial School, has been named the community Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year.
12/10/08	Blue Ridge Nursing Has Live Nativity Scene-Stuart, VA The Blue Ridge Nursing Home in Stuart, VA puts on a live nativity scene on Dec. 9, 2008
12/10/08	Live Nativity brings Alpacas to Blue Ridge Nursing Home-Stuart, VA On Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, Blue Ridge Nursing Home had a live nativity scene on display with the beautiful alpacas from Infinity Acres of Ridgeway, VA
12/10/08	Spencer Penn Centre Music on Dec. 12-Spencer, Va Spencer Penn Centre holds Friday night music. Concessions available. Music by Highway 61 and Ten Brooks and Chords of Faith beginning at 5:30pm. Free program. Donations appreciated.
12/10/08	The Christmas Music and Dinner at Spencer-Penn is Canceled scheduled for December 18th, 2008, has been canceled. If you have already purchased your ticket please contact the Centre at 276-957-5757 for a refund.
12/9/08	Gas price drops to $1.499 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Dec. 9-2008-Unleaded gasoline dropped 10 cents to $1.499 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
12/9/08	Williams Auction of Martinsville joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Williams Auction Co., LLC of 1636 Rivermont Heights, Martinsville, VA has just joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
12/9/08	Carter Bank Wins Award for Christmas Decorations-Stuart, VA Dec. 8, 2008-Carter Bank won the award for Christmas decorations in the Town of Stuart, VA. Pictured here is the inside the lobby and at the teller windows
12/8/08	Patrick County Residents Protest Tax Assessment-Stuart, VA Dec. 8-2008-Approximately 700 residents packed the Patrick County High School gym on Monday evening to express their dissatisfaction with the recent real estate tax assessment.
12/8/08	Chamber Banquet Set for Jan 23, 2009 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet will be held on January 23, 2009, at 6:30pm, at the J. D. Hooker Building on Woodland Drive, Stuart, VA. Guest Speaker is Randy Marshall
12/7/08	Patrick County High Marches in Stuart Christmas Parade The Patrick County High Cougar Band marched in the Dec. 6 Christmas Parade in Stuart, VA
12/7/08	Miss Virginia Peach 2008 Rides in Parade Route in Stuart, VA Miss Virginia Peach for 2008, Janella Barbour of Martinsville, VA rode in the Stuart Christmas Parade on December 6.
12/6/08	ATV's Were a Big Part of the Stuart Parade Dec. 6 Shown here are numerous 4-wheel vehicles that entered the Christmas Parade in Stuart, VA on Dec. 6 coming down Main Street.
12/6/08	Rebroadcast of the Stuart Christmas Parade-Dec. 11 at 7:00pm Fun Facts Radio will rebroadcast the Stuart Christmas Parade held on Dec. 6, 2008 at 7:00pm. go to this web site: www.betterthanradio.us
12/5/08	Aerial Machine Holds Opening Ceremony-Ararat, VA-Dec. 4 Dec. 4, 2008-Aerial Machine and Tool held a ribbon cuting and opening ceremony at the new Ararat, VA production facility, located on Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA
12/4/08	Annual Christmas Parade-Stuart, VA Dec. 6 at 2:00pm the annual Christmas Parade will be held on Main Street, Stuart, VA, starting at 2:00pm. Sponsor: Patrick County Jaycees
12/4/08	Gas price drops to $1.599 at On The Run Exxon-Stuart, VA December 3, 2008-Unleaded gasoline dropped to $1.599 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
12/4/08	Patrick County Unemployment Adjust upward to 6.8% Dec. 4, 2008-For October Patrick County, 22 people were dropped from the jobless rolls, leaving a total of 626 looking for work. That lowered the county’s jobless rate by 0.2 percent to 6.8 percent, statistics show. The county now ranks 15th among local
12/4/08	Joe Tennis Writes Book about U. S. Route 58 Joe tells the story about traveling U. S. Route 58, the longest road in the State of Virginia. Title: Beach To Bluegrass: Places to Brake on Virginia's Longest Road.
12/3/08	Patrick Property Values Rose 76% in Reassessment “I have seen some” reassessments that rose by 500 to 600 percent, and “I have seen some in other jurisdictions that have done the same,” said Patrick County Administrator Jay Scudder. However, the average reassessment increase in Patrick County i
12/3/08	Press Release-New Plant Provides 55 new jobs in Patrick County Dec. 2, 2008-Aerial Machine and Tool Corp. which was founded in 1926, recently started a new manufacturing operation in Ararat, VA, employing 55 new jobs.
12/2/08	Big Rock in Patrick County, VA Pictured here is Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce and his two grandsons, Luke and John West with their dad Tony. This was a day of exploration
12/1/08	Come See Santa-Dec. 6 at 12noon-1pm-Stuart, VA The Fun Facts Radio studios in Stuart, VA will host Santa on Saturday, December 6 from 12 to 1pm. All kids are invited to come see Santa before the parade starts at 2pm and have your photo made with him while you're giving him your list!!
12/1/08	Benefit Supper for Mike Beasley-Dec. 6-5:00pm Claudville, VA Poor Man's Supper for Mike Beasley at the Red Bank Ruritan Community Building. 5:00=7:00PM, $5 ADULT, $3 CHILDREN. Serving pintos, potatoes, cole slaw, cornbread and dessert
11/27/08	Stuart Flooring Cuts 60 jobs-Stuart, VA Stuart Flooring Corp. eliminated 60 jobs Friday, Nov. 21st. The layoff was the result of "the sluggish housing market and reduced demand for hardwood flooring".
11/27/08	Stuart United Elastic Plant laid off 21 employees-Stuart, VA The Stuart United Elastic Plant of Narroflex, Inc. one of Patrick Counties oldest industries laid off 21 employees according to Robert Diesel, chief financial officer.
11/26/08	Hospice of Patrick County Ceases Operation Hospice of Patrick County was suspended Friday, Nov. 21 by the R. J. Reynolds Patrick County Memorial Hospital, aka, Patrick Hospital. Agency services are continuing according to Patricia Crissman.
11/26/08	Taxpayers Protest Assessment at Monday Meeting-Stuart, VA And overflow crowd came to the Patrick County Board of Supervisors meeting on November 24, 2008 to protest the real estate tax assessment that property owners recently received in the mail.
11/26/08	Gas price drops to $1.699 at On The Run, Stuart, VA November 26-2008-Unleaded gasoline dropped to $1.699 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
11/25/08	Chamber Banquet Set for Jan 23-2009 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Annual Banquet will be held on January 23, 2009, at 6:30pm, at the J. D. Hooker Building on Woodland Drive, Stuart, VA. Guest Speaker is Randy Marshall
11/25/08	Business After Hours on Dec. 11 at Reynolds Homestead- Critz, VA The December After Hours Social will be held at the R. J. Reynolds Homestead on Dec. 11 at 5:30PM-7:00PM In Critz, VA
11/25/08	Chamber of Commerce Office Closed Nov. 27 & 28-2008 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 27 and 28, 2008 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
11/21/08	Gas Price drops to $1.759 at On The Run, Stuart, VA November 21, 2008, Unleaded gasoline dropped 10 cents to $1.759 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
11/20/08	EMI Imaging Provides Food Boxes for 600 Families Thursday, November 20, 2008-As reported by the Martinsville Bulletin, Debbie Hall, Staff Writer. Volunteers, employees and owners of Eastern EMI Imaging bundled up Wed. to provide food boxes to nearly 600 families.
11/19/08	Mt. View P. H. Church Christmas Cantata-Claudville, VA Mt. View Pentecostal Holiness Church will celebrate Christmas with a Christmas Musical directed by Mrs. Connie Bishop, Dec. 21st at 6:00pm with refreshments to follow. Public Invited.
11/19/08	GOV. KAINE ANNOUNCES 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF VA IS FOR LOVERS November 19, 2008-RICHMOND—Governor Timothy M. Kaine today kicked off the 40th anniversary of Virginia is for Lovers at the Virginia State Capitol. Virginia is for Lovers, launched in 1969, is the official state tourism slogan.
11/18/08	FREE Brunswick Stew at Patrick Springs Christian Church, Nov. 23 located on U. S. Route 58 East of Patrick Springs post office, accross from J. C. Joyce Paving Co. Starting at 5:00pm. At 6:00pm, the Southern Prophets will provide music.
11/18/08	Appalachian Power Rate Hike is OK'd Nov. 18, 2008-Apco rate hike OK'd. Increase is less than requested but still 19.3%. The State Corporation Commission (SCC) on Monday approved a 19.3 percent rate increase for Appalachian Power Co.
11/18/08	Gas Price Drops to $1.859 at On The Run, Stuart, VA November 18, 2008-Unleaded gasoline dropped to $1.859 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
11/17/08	Spaghetti Dinner for Kazia Martz-Cancer Patient-Nov. 22-Claudville Benefit Spaghetti Dinner for Kazia Martz a Claudville, VA resident diagnosed with Lymphoma. Dinner includes spaghetti, bread, salad, and dessert for $7.00 donation. Nov. 22, 5:00pm-7:00pm
11/17/08	The Southern Prophets Sing for Patrick Co. Music Association Nov. 15 The Southern Prophets sang from their new Christmas Album at the Saturday night Jamboree of the Patrick County Music Association on November 15, 2008
11/17/08	Wayne Henderson plays for the Patrick County Music Assoc.-Stuart, VA Wayne Henderson of Rugby, VA played Saturday night for the Patrick County Music Association Jamboree, on November 15, 2008
11/17/08	Patrick County Schools Closed today-Snow on Mountain! November 18, 2008-Patrick County Schools are closed today due to having snow on the mountains of Patrick County, VA.
11/17/08	Embers to Do Christmas Show in Stuart, VA-Nov. 22nd!!! Ticket price $10 advance. At the Door $15. 7pm, Saturday, Nov. 22nd, at the Patrick County High School, Stuart, VA
11/16/08	Mountain Valley Hospice Seeking Volunteers Date: Tuesday & Thursday, November 18 & 20 • 8:30 to 5:00 pm Location: Mountain Valley Hospice 606 A East Stuart Drive • Galax, VA
11/16/08	Cougars Loose AA Region 4 Semi-Final Game 41-14 The Cougars lost on Friday night in the Group AA Region 4/Division 3 Semi-Final Game against hosts Richland Blue Tornadoe by a score of 41-14. (The video broadcast of the game will air on Monday at 7pm.)
11/16/08	Social at Honduras Coffee in Stuart, VA If you're looking for a place to kick back, relax, chew the fat and solve a few of the worlds problems, then come on in to Honduras Coffee Company this Friday afternoon starting around 4 pm.
11/15/08	Gas price drops to $1.939 at On The Run Exxon Stuart, VA Nov. 14, 2008 - Unleaded gasoline price dropped to $1.939 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
11/15/08	National College Winter Term begins Dec. 1 SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA – The area campus of National College MARTINSVILLE: 905 N. Memorial Blvd., 276-632-5621; are enrolling now for the first winter term, which begins December 1. Now enrolling for courses in business, computers, and health care
11/14/08	Long Term Care Seminar-POSPONED POSPONED- Invitation to Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Members and Employees. Watch for future announcement.
11/14/08	Christmas With The Embers-Nov. 22-2008 at PCHS, Stuart, VA The PCHS Alumni Association is sponsoring Christmas with the Embers, Saturday, NOv. 22, at 7pm at the Patrick County High Auditorium. Ticket price is $10. Purchase tickets at On The Run, Sun Trust Bank,
11/14/08	Learn How to sell to State of Virginia-Nov. 20-Stuart, VA "How To Target Your Market and Increase Sales". Nov. 20, 2008 at the Patrick County Admin. Bldg., Stuart, VA. By appointment. Get help from VA Dept. of Business Assistance
11/14/08	Adopt A Classroom Program-Patrick County Schools INNOVATIVE PROGRAM HELPS GAIN CLASSROOM SPONSORS Adopt-A-Classroom Enrollment Spreads Throughout the School Division. Watch out bake sales, cookie drives, and festivals! Classroom fundraising has a new kid in town.
11/13/08	Patrick Henry Community College offers FREE computer classes Patrick Henry Community College's Patrick site offers FREE computer classes to residents of Patrick County, thanks to a partnership between PHCC and the Patrick County Education Foundation. The Foundation sponsors the TEK Advantage classes for residents a
11/13/08	Wayne Henderson At Jamboree in Stuart, VA Nov. 15-2008 Bluegrass and guitar lovers will be in for a special treat as Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little, take the stage at the Patrick County Music Association (PMCA) during their monthly, free Jamboree on Saturday, November 15th at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA.
11/13/08	Lover's Leap Mountain View - Fall Colors-Nov 2008 This picture reflects the fall colors on Lover's Leap Mountain, JEB Stuart Highway, U. S. Route 58, near Fred Clifton Park on November 7, 2008
11/13/08	Piedmont Community Services is Relocating Piedmont Community Services of Patrick County will be relocated on Nov. 20, 2008 to 22280 Jeb Stuart Highway, U. S. Route 58, 5 miles East of Stuart, VA in Patrick Springs
11/13/08	WHEO Jamboree Live from Star Theatre in Stuart-Nov. 15-11:00am WHEO Jamboree-Live music broadcast from the Star Theatre. Two Young Two Old and Gospel Sounds. Tickets: $3.00. Drawings for door prizes. 11:00am-12:00noon
11/12/08	Brunswick Stew Orders -PCHS Alumni Association for Nov. 13-2008 The Patrick County High School Alumni Association is taking orders for Brunswick Stew for $6 per quart. It will be ready Nov. 15, 2008. Contact Rickie Fulcher at rickief@hotmail.com
11/12/08	Ride Bus to Richlands for PCHS Football Tournament Game-Nov. 14 Cougar Club is chartering a Cougar Fan bus to Friday night's Regional Tournament Football Game in Richlands, VA. Bus will leave from the High School 4pm sharp. Cost if $15, for round trip ticket.
11/12/08	Family Portrait Day-Red Bank Ruritan Bldg.-Claudville, Va-Nov. 15 All In One Portrait Studios presents Family Portrait Day at the Red Bank Ruritan Bldg., Red Bank School Rd., Claudville, VA, 1:00PM-6:00PM. Have your portrait made with Santa Claus.
11/11/08	Entrepreneur Workshop-At Stuart, VA-PH Community College Call to let us know you wish to come to this FREE seminar at the Patrick Henry Community College site in Stuart, VA-Nov. 12, 2008, 9am-12noon 212 Johnson St. Community Room
11/10/08	Gasoline Price dips to $1.999 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Nov. 10-2008-Unleaded gasoline price fell 10 cents on Monday at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA to $1.999 per gallon
11/10/08	Video Broadcast of Cougars Playoff Game-Better Than Radio.com Fun Facts Radio will be broadcasting Friday night's Semi-Final Region IV Tournament Football Game between PCHS and Richlands. The broadcast will begin at 7pm; kickoff is set for 7:30pm.
11/10/08	Jobless Rate in Patrick County goes to 7.0% in September 2008 Patrick County followed the overall state trend and realized a slight decline, from 7.2 and 679 people out of work in August to 7.0 percent and 655 people jobless in September, Mezger said.
11/9/08	Lover's Leap Overlook-Nov 7-2008, near Stuart, VA This picture was taken on November 7, 2008, at the Lover's Leap Overlook, near Fred Clifton Park, between Stuart, VA and Meadows of Dan, on U. S. Route 58
11/9/08	Friendly Cat at Coles Stables-Claudville, VA This is the friendliest cat in the world, pictured at the barn of Mr. Joe Cole, Hatcher's Chapel Road, Claudville, VA 24076.
11/9/08	PCHS Defeated Martinsville High. Wins Co-Champion Piedmont District PCHS defeated Martinsville in High School Football on Friday night 38-10. The win places Patrick County and Bassett High Schools as Piedmont District Co-Champions.
11/7/08	Primland Fairway Cottages a Showplace in Patrick County, VA Instead of common birds, they're very uncommon cottages with vaulted wood ceilings, exposed beams, stone fireplaces, and panoramic views of The Highland Course and the mountains beyond.
11/7/08	Bull Mt. Scenic View is Excellent-Stuart, VA This picture was taken on November 6, 2008 on the mountain ridge of Bull Mountain. At the fire tower the elevation is 3193 feet.
11/7/08	Gas Price goes to $2.099 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.099 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA on November 7, 2008
11/6/08	Primland-Locked and Loaded for Hunting Season You don't have to be a great hunter to find just the right hunting experience at Primland. Whether you got years of experience, no experience or something in between.
11/5/08	CHAMBER AFTER HOURS-HONDURAS COFFEE-Nov. 6-Stuart The next Business After Hours for the Patrick County Chamber will be at Honduras Coffee Shop, at 121 N. Main Street, Stuart, VA on Nov. 6, 5:30pm-7:00pm. RSVP to 276-694-6012
11/5/08	Patrick County Hospital Under New Ownership On October 29, 2008, the RJR Patrick County Memorial Hospital came under new ownership, with the new name of Patrick Hospital
11/4/08	Enjoying a beautiful Fall Afternoon at Mabry Mill, VA Here is a couple from Dunn, NC visiting Mabry Mill in the Blue Ridge Parkway, near Meadows of Dan, VA on Sunday afternoon, November 2, 2008
11/4/08	Overlook on Squirrels Spur, near Ararat, VA Picture taken on Sunday, November 2, 2008 at one of the overlooks on Squirrel Spur Road, near Ararat, VA. View is of Claudville and Ararat, VA
11/4/08	Tom Bishop Gives His Support for Mayo River Trail-Stuart, VA At the Board of Supervisors meeting in Patrick County, Va, October 27, 2008, Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce spoke in favor of the proposed Mayo River Trail.
11/3/08	Gas price goes to $2.299 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down 10 cents to $2.299 at On The Run Exxon, in Stuart, VA on November 3, 2008
11/3/08	Fall Picture of Lover's Leap, near Stuart, VA This picture was taken late in October, 2008, late in the evening
11/1/08	Results of Stuart joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Results of Stuart, an in bound call center, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Contact information is as follows:
10/28/08	Illegal Dumping carries fines up to $2500 in Virginia Illegal dumping of trash, companion animals on highways, right-a-way or private property holds severe penalties.
10/28/08	Live Music Jamboree at Star Theatre & WHEO 1270AM Live WHEO music jamboree at the Historic Star Theatre in Downtown, Stuart, VA. Nov. 1st, 2008, 11:00am-12:00noon with the Hutchens Brothers. Admission: $3.00
10/27/08	Tips on Litter Clean Up-Patrick County, VA Here are some key things to remember as we continue through the month of October, with our Community Wide Litter clean up campaign in Patrick County, VA
10/27/08	Doe Run Builders Joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Doe Run Builders of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
10/26/08	Gas Price goes down to $2.479 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down to $2.479 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA on Oct. 28, 2008
10/26/08	Patrick County jobless rates goes to 7.0% in September, 2008 Patrick County, Virginia jobless rate went to 7.0% in September, 2008 with 655 people unemployed.
10/24/08	Chamber After Hours Oct 28 at Landmark Center-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Chamber After Hours for October will be at Landmark Center & Blue Ridge Nursing, in Stuart, VA. HALLOWEEN BASH! Start calling now to RSVP at the chamber office, 276-694-6012
10/23/08	Chamber Members Invited to help with Litter Pick Up Campaign Patrick County Chamber membership are invited to help with the campaign to clean up our neighborhoods during the "Community Wide Litter Pick-Up" in Patrick County, Oct. 15-31.
10/22/08	Gas Price is at $2.539 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
10/16/08	Gas price goes down to $2.899 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down 10 cents at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA to $2.899
10/15/08	Workforce One Stop In Stuart holds Open House-Oct 15 The Workforce One Stop Office in Stuart held an open house on Oct. 15 to promote GED week.
10/15/08	Students at Work at the Worforce One Stop Office-Stuart Pictured here are students working on their GED diploma at the Workforce One Stop Office in Stuart, VA on October 15, 2008
10/15/08	Richard Rogers of WHEO radio interviews Wanda Whitlow at One Stop Richard Rogers is pictured here interviewing Ms. Wanda Whitlow, local manager of the One Stop Workforce Office in Stuart, VA on Oct. 15, 2008
10/15/08	Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting-Advance Auto-Stuart, VA The Ribbon Cutting and opening for the new Advance Auto store in Stuart, VA was held on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008. Telephone: 276-694-3247
10/15/08	Annual Pancake Festival in Meadows of Dan, VA Oct 19 & 26 All you can eat pancake festival at the Community Bldg. in Meadows of Dan, VA, Business Rt. 58, Jeb Stuart Highway. 7:00am-7:00pm. Two Sundays, Oct. 19 and 26. 1/2 mile East of Blue Ridge Parkway
10/15/08	Results of Stuart Hosting Halloween Kids Festival Oct 25-2008 Results of Stuart, VA is hosting a Halloween Festival on 10/25. We are hoping to get good participation from the community. 12pm-5pm, 105 Progress Drive, Stuart
10/14/08	Ridgecrest Tours Rock Churches-Meadows of Dan, VA The seniors from Ridgecrest Retirement Community of Mt. Airy got a guided tour of the Mayberry Presbyterian Church on Mayberry Church Road in Meadows of Dan on Oct. 13, 2008
10/14/08	Christ Wesleyan Church Tours Mayberry Presbyterian Church Christ Wesleyan Church of Greensboro, NC got a special tour of the Mayberry Presbyterian Church, on Mayberry Church Road, Meadows of Dan, VA on Oct. 13, 2008.
10/14/08	Clark Gas and Oil Announces Gasoline Savings-Exxon-Mobil Card Clark Gas and Oil of Staurt, VA has announced the savings on gasoline by using the Exxon-Mobil MasterCard card and save 30 cents per gallon in the 1st 60 d
10/13/08	Recycle Schedule-Patrick County, VA The mobile recycle bins are located in Patrick County under the following schedule.
10/13/08	Gas price drops to $2.999 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price dropped 20 cents at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
10/13/08	Leaves are turning on the Blue Ridge Parkway-Oct 13-2008 This picture was taken on the Blue Ridge Parkway, near Meadows of Dan, VA on October 13, 2008. The tourist traffic increases dramatically in October to see the colors of the autumn leaves.
10/13/08	Wayside Car and Truck Show-Patrick Springs, VA-Oct. 18 4th Annual Show. At Patrick Springs P. H. Church, Spring Road, Patrick Springs, VA. 8:00am-4:00pm. Judging at Noon. Food and concessions. Music Entertainment.
10/13/08	Advance Auto Opens On Oct. 16-Stuart, VA Advance Auto is opening a new store in Stuart, VA, next door to the Wal-Mart, just off U. S. Route 58 four lane, 19262 JEB Stuart Highway at 10:00am Oct. 16
10/13/08	Apple Dumpling Festival in Stuart, VA on Saturday, Oct. 18 The Town of Stuart will hold it's Annual Apple Dumpling Festival on Saturday, Oct. 18, 10:00am-4:00pm in Downtown Stuart, VA
10/12/08	Patrick County Virginia Added to Appalachian Regional Commission Patrick and Henry Counties in Virginia have been added to the Appalachian Regional Commission.
10/12/08	Gourney Royal Makes Apple Butter at Autumn Leaves Festival 2008 Gourney Royal and his family made apple butter at the Annual Autumn Leave Festival in Mt. Airy, NC. This event has been a tradition with Mr. Royal and his family.
10/12/08	Red Bank Ruritan Club Sells Polish Sausage at Autumn Leaves This is the 2nd year in a row that the Red Bank Ruritan club of Claudville, VA has sold Polish Sausage at the Mt. Airy, NC Autumn Leaves Festival.
10/11/08	Entrepreneur Workshop Nov 12-2008-Stuart, VA at Community College 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., PHCC – Patrick County Campus, Community Room, 212 Johnson Street, Stuart, Virginia. Call 276-694-6012 to RSVP.
10/10/08	Gas Price Goes down to $3.199 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down 10 cents to $3.199 at On The Run Exxon, Staurt, VA
10/9/08	Chamber Collector Mug Available for 2008-Pictured Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has released the 2008 Christmas ornament and collector mug. It is a picture of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA standing with his horse.
10/8/08	Gas prices drops to $3.399 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price dropped 20 cents to $3.399 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
10/7/08	Cannon Fire at Oct 4 Encampment at Laurel Hill Pictured here is the battle scene at Laurel Hill, birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart in Ararat, VA on October 4, 2008
10/7/08	Woolwine October Festival Planned for Oct. 11-2008 This is an annual festival in the beautiful community of Woolwine (Patrick County), VA. Music, food, local made apple butter for sale.
10/7/08	Fun Facts Radio Broadcasting Live-Celebration of Pride Fun Facts Radio and More... will be broadcasting Saturday's (10/11/08) Band Competition from Patrick County High School-The Celebration of Pride.
10/7/08	Tim Goad will be honored at Friday's Football Game-Oct. 10 Join us in honoring former PCHS/UNC/NFL standout, Tim Goad on Friday night at John D. Hooker Field.
10/7/08	Baptists Celebrate 150th Anniversary-Stuart, VA Area Baptists will celebrate 150th Anniversary of the Blue Ridge Baptist Association on Oct. 23, 2008 at Fairystone Baptist Church in Stuart, VA, starting at 1:00pm and culminating with dinner at 6:00pm
10/7/08	Patrick County Schools Achieves 85.5% On-Time Grad Rate Patrick County Public Schools, Patrick County, VA, Achieves a 85.5% On-Time Graduation Rate New “Virginia On-Time Graduation Rate” Accounts for Student Mobility and Retention
10/6/08	Historical Demonstrations at Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA Oct. 5-2008 Many historical demonstrations were held at Laurel Hill during the annual encampment, such as this blacksmith, showing and telling the story of the 1860's.
10/6/08	Gas price goes to $3.499 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price dropped to $3.499 at On The Run, Exxon in Stuart, VA
10/6/08	Reenactment Held At Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA on Oct. 5-2008 Pictured here is a battle scene at the 18th Annual Reenactment held at Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA birth place of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA.
10/6/08	Excellent weather experienced at Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA-Oct 5-2008 Pictured are young soldiers from the Federal side, serving as drummer boys. This was at the 18th Annual Encampment at Ararat, VA
10/6/08	Horseback Riders were a part of the Annual Encampment at Laurel Hill The Annual Encampment at Laurel Hill, in Ararat, VA, birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA, included these horseback riders. Two days of battle scenes were demonstrated from the American Civil War.
10/5/08	Crowd gathered at Laurel Hill for the 18th Annual Encampment Oct 4 A large crowd of spectators gathered on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008 to observe the Civil War reenactment at Laurel Hill, boyhood home of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA
10/5/08	Church Services at Laurel Hill-Oct. 5-2008 Sunday morning church service was held at Laurel Hill on Oct. 5, 2008 in conjunction with the 18th Annual Encampment, celebrated at the birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA
10/5/08	Laurel Hill-Boyhood Home for Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart-Ararat,VA Laurel Hill is the boyhood home of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, located on Ararat Highway, Rt. 773, near the community of Ararat, VA (Patrick County)
10/3/08	New Verizon Cell Tower Project Under Construction-Stuart, VA A new Verizon cell phone tower is under construction near Stuart, VA, close to U. S. Route 58 and the Town of Stuart
10/3/08	Patrick County defeats Bassett High-Oct 3-2008 PATRICK COUNTY Football team WINS 25-24 OVER BASSETT AT BASSETT, VA.
10/2/08	18th Annual Encampment-J. E. B. Stuart Birthplace-Oct 4 & 5-2008 The J.E.B Stuart Birthplace Preservation and Trust announces the 18th Annual J. E. B. Stuart Encampment and Living History Saturday and Sunday October 4 & 5, 2008, “rain or shine”.
10/2/08	RIDE for KIDS at Claudville, VA Oct. 4 at 9:30am Help support terminally ill and needy children. at Lee's Kargo, Rt. 103, and Hatcher's Chapel Rd. Claudville, VA
10/2/08	Simple Pleasures Focus on Meadows of Dan, VA The magazine insert, "Simple Pleasures", in the Mt. Airy, NC Newspaper gave a special focus on Meadows of Dan, VA in their October, 2008 edition.
10/2/08	Patrick County Cougars Match up with Bssett Bengals-Oct. 3 Our hometown favorite Patrick County High School Cougars are on a 3-game winning streak (Record is 4-1); and we will be visiting Bassett Bengal territory this Friday night for our district opener.
10/2/08	John Harris of PCHS Cougars Having a Great Year! This article is posted from the Martinsville Bulletin web site. John Harris is a running back for Patrick County High School Cougars.
10/2/08	Sales Tax Holiday-Energy Efficient Products Oct. 10-13 Date Oct. 2, 2008-RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that Virginia’s second annual sales tax holiday on energy efficient products will take place October 10-13, 2008.
10/1/08	Jobless Rate drops in Patrick County, VA to 7.2%-August The jobless rate in Patrick County, VA dropped to 7.2% in August 2008, as compared to 9.0% in July, 2008
10/1/08	GED Open House and Annual Celebration-Stuart, VA At the Workforce Office, 108 E. Blue Ridge St. Stuart, VA. Open all day. Free refreshments. GED Practices offered.
9/30/08	Gas price goes to $3.599 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down to $3.599 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
9/30/08	Contact Washington-Financial Crisis If you wish to contact your elected representative in Washington, here are the numbers for your convenience. It is important that we get involved in this critical decision about our country's economic conditions.
9/26/08	Employer FREE Luncheon-Celebrating GED DAY Be our guest at an informational luncheon to learn how you can help these employees earn their GED certificates during the GED Week, October 13-19. RSVP to this e-mail: pcvaworkforce@yahoo.com
9/26/08	Chamber After Hours-At The Homestead-Sept. 23-2008 Sept. 23 - The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce held Business After Hours at the R. J. Reynolds Homestead, and was it hosted by Piedmont Magazine.
9/25/08	Sept. 25-Gas Prices Drops to $3.699 At On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price dropped 4 cents to $3.699 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
9/24/08	Gas price drop to $3.739 at On The Run Stuart, Va Unleaded gasoline price dropped to $3.739 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA on Sept. 24, 2008
9/23/08	Aerial Machine has new production facility in Patrick County Aerial Machine and Tool, located in Vesta, VA (Patrick County) is putting in place another small production facility (Hazard Protection Systems) on Ararat Highway in Ararat, Virginia.
9/23/08	Deadline to Register to vote is Oct. 6 in Virginia GOVERNOR KAINE ENCOURAGES VOTER REGISTRATION STATUS CHECK ~ Deadline for registration is October 6 ~
9/23/08	High Speed Internet Project Study Underway-Patrick County, VA High Speed Broad Band --RURAL INTERNET CONNECTIVITY We are very excited about our plan to supply Patrick County with much needed High Speed Internet Service, especially to the rural areas which have limited or no High Speed Internet Connectivity avai
9/22/08	Greenhouse Opening at Landmark and Blue Ridge-Stuart The new greenhouse grand opening and ribbon cutting was held on Saturday, Sept. 20 at Landmark Center and Blue Ridge Nursing Home in Stuart, VA
9/21/08	Excellent Crowds at Patrick County Fair-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Fair experienced excellent crowds at the 2008 exposition. Pictured here are those going taking in rides and concessions
9/21/08	Stuart Fire Department Displays Flag at Fair-Stuart, VA Stuart Fire Department brought their equipment to Saturday night's fair display on Sept. 20, 2008 and provided a beautiful display of the American Flag.
9/21/08	Patrick County Fair provides a colorful display-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Fair was well attended for 2008 and provided this colorful display. Picture taken by G. E. Plaster.
9/21/08	Patrick County Schools Holds Groundbreaking-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Schoos held a groundbreaking for major improvement and building project on Sunday, September 21, 2008
9/20/08	Jamie Stokes Wins Demolition Derby at Rotary Field Jamie Stokes of Jamie's Recycling won the championship trophy on Sept. 19, 2008
9/20/08	Upland Express Puts On Good Show At Patrick County Fair Upland Express of Floyd, VA put on a thrilling show at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA at the Patrick County Fair, September 19, 2008
9/19/08	Patrick County Fair Creates Excitement-Stuart, VA Patrick County Fair at Rotary Field has many things to entertain you. Rides, Agricultural Exhibits, Music, Food, Races, Tractor Pull, etc.
9/19/08	Sammy Shelor and Alan Mills Play at Patrick County Fair-Stuart, VA Sammy Shelor of Lonesome River Band and Alan Mills of Lost and Found played with their friends at the Patrick County Fair on September 17.
9/19/08	Livestock Were On Display at the Patrick Co. Fair-Stuart, VA Many locally raised livestock were on display at the Patrick County Fair on September 17, 2008 such as this one pictured.
9/19/08	Spinning Rabbit Fur Exhibited by Leslie Shelor of Meadows of Dan Leslie Shelor, local crafts person, and owner of Greenberry House in Meadows of Dan, was one of the exhibitors.
9/19/08	Goats-One of the Unique Animals on Display at County Fair Patrick County, Virginia continues the tradition of celebrating with an Agricultural Fair in Stuart, VA. The 56th Annual event.
9/19/08	Friendly Goats on Display at Patrick County Fair Many animals were on exhibit at the Patrick County fair on September 17, 2008
9/19/08	Music was a highlight of 2008 Patrick County Fair Over 40 musical groups performed at the Patrick County Fair including Earl Williams on steel guitar. Many popular county music songs were performed at the Sept. 17 event.
9/18/08	Corn Maze at Ararat Open for 2008-Ararat,VA The 3rd Annual Corn Maze Days is open now at Doe Run Farm on Doe Run Road at Ararat, VA, Sept. 13-November 1, 2008
9/18/08	Gas prices goes to $3.799 at On The Run Exxon-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.799 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA on Sept. 18, 2008
9/17/08	Ground Breaking Ceremony-Patrick Co. High-Stuart, VA A ground breaking ceremony for school construction projects will be held on the front lawn of Patrick County High School on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 at 4:00pm
9/16/08	Tourism Expenditures over $21,303,550 in Patrick County, Virginia The Virginia Tourism Corporation has reported that tourism expenditures in Patrick County, Virginia was $21,303,550 for the year 2007.
9/16/08	School Board votes to pay additional $50 on Health Insurance The Patrick County School board voted at its’ regularly monthly meeting last week to pay an additional $50 per month toward school employee health insurance coverage. Dr. Morris cited one example of the coverage at the meeting.
9/15/08	Tailgate Party-Patrick Couny High Cougars Check this out PCHS Cougar Fans! The Patrick County High School Parking Lot will be the place to be on Friday night, beginning at 5pm.
9/14/08	Advance Auto Parts Nears Completion-Stuart, VA The new Advance Auto Parts store in Stuart, VA is nearing completion. It is located at the same site as the Wal-Mart and Wendy's.
9/14/08	Piedmont Community Services Building Under Construction -Patrick Springs Piedmont Community Services new office building is under construction at Patrick Springs, VA, just off U. S. Route 58 four lane
9/14/08	Patrick County Fair Gets Underway today, Sept. 16-2008 The Patrick County Fair at Stuart's Rotary Field gets underway today, Sept. 16, 2008, at 5:30pm, with a Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening
9/13/08	Gas price goes to $3.939 at On The Run Exxon-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.939 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA on Saturday, Sept. 13, 2008
9/12/08	Gas Price Jumped Again to $3.699 at On The Run Exxon-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price jumped the second time today to $3.699 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA - date Sept. 12, 2008
9/11/08	Gas price goes to $3.599 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.599 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA first thing this morning. Sept. 12, 2008
9/10/08	Broadband Study for Patrick County Approved-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Board of Supervisors approved unanimously a study of the wireless broadband communications system for Patrick County at it's meeting on September 8, 2008
9/10/08	Blue Ridge Nursing and Landmark Center Opening a Green House The Blue Ridge Nursing Center and Landmark Center of Stuart, VA will open a BIG greenhouse on Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008 at 10:00am
9/9/08	Red Bank Ruritan Club Presents School Supplies to Blue Ridge School The Red Bank Ruritan Club of Claudville, VA presented a large quantity of school supplies to the Blue Ridge Elementary School (Ararat, VA) on September 9, 2008
9/8/08	Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe Holds Pow Wow-Stuart, VA The Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe of Stuart, VA held a Pow Wow at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA on Sept. 5-6-7-2008
9/8/08	Gas Price goes to $3.559 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.559 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
9/5/08	Open House & Ribbon Cutting at Wellness Center-Stuart, VA Friday, Sept. 5th. The Wellness Cottage, at the Chocolate Moose at 104 Via Avenue, Stuart, VA held a Ribbon Cutting, Open House, Show and Tell with refreshments.
9/3/08	Gas Price goes to $3.599 at On The Run Exxon-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.599 at On The Run Exxon, in Stuart, VA
9/2/08	Intertribal Pow Wow being held in Stuart, VA Sept. 5-7-2008 Wolf Creek Intertribal POWWOW will be held at Rotary Field, in Stuart, VA, September 5-7 on Woodland Drive (Route 835). Dance purse is $5000. Admission is $8 adult, $3 students, under 5-FREE
9/2/08	Rocky Knob Community Workshop-In Stuart, VA-Sept. 5th Rocky Knob Community Workshop will be Facilitated by Virginia Tech, Clemson University, and Virginia Cooperative Extension in association with Blue Ridge Heritage, Inc.
8/31/08	Corn Acoustics Now Open at Meadows of Dan The Corn Acoustics Corn Maze is now open in Meadows of Dan, VA at the Mountain Meadows Farm and Craft Market
8/30/08	Corn Maze Day-Doe Run Farm-Ararat, VA Explore our 5 acre field. Relax and take a hayride around the farm! Enjoy the hay maze, pumpkin launcher, slide and rope the cow! SNACKS, DRINKS, FRESH PRODUCE & PUMPKINS
8/30/08	Tom Bishop Speaks Strongly For the Tourism Economy Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has spoken out recently about the importance of the Tourism Economy in Patrick County, VA
8/30/08	$10,000 cash give away-Cougar Club-PCHS The PCHS Cougar Club (Athletic Booster Club) is giving away $10,000 in cash on Saturday, October 4 at 7pm in the high school cafeteria. You chance to win is only one ticket away!
8/29/08	VA Travel Guide Named Best In The Nation VA Travel Guide Named Best in the Nation - 2008 Live Passionately-Virginia is for Lovers travel guide wins TIA Mercury Award for Marketing excellence. (Richmond, VA)
8/27/08	Patrick County Jobless Rate goes to 8.7% in July 2008 Patrick County, Virginia's jobless rate went to 8.7% in July 2008, as compared to June, 2008 of 6.4%. Reported by Bill Mezger, chief economist for VEC's Economic Information Services Division.
8/27/08	Dominion Valley Park Holds Gospel Singing-Labor Day Weekend Dominion Valley Park near Stuart, VA is holding a Labor Day Weekend of Gospel Singing Aug. 29-31. Admission is $15 per day per person. Two days is $25. Children 12-under are free.
8/26/08	Copy and Shipping Center Opened in Stuart, VA Parkway PCs is proud to announce that a copy and shipping center is now open in their store on 336-B Patrick Ave in downtown Stuart.
8/26/08	Chinquapin Festival Aug. 30-Sept. 1-Meadows of Dan, VA 4th annual Chinquapin Festival at Mountain Meadow Farm. August 30th, 31rst and Sept. 1st 10am to 5pm. 84 Concord road, Meadows of Dan.
8/22/08	Groundbreaking for New Home-Meadows of Dan, VA-August 21 Today at 11:00 am a groundbreaking ceremony was held for a fantastic new home valued at $1,200,000 on Willis Road, near Meadows of Dan, VA. Construction Company is Blue Ridge Builders & Developers, Inc.
8/21/08	Lemont Bryant of Fun Facts Radio Enjoys Peach Festival Lemont Bryant, of Fun Facts Radio, Stuart, VA is pictured here at the Friday night concert when General Johnson and Chairmen of the Board were performing at Rotary Field.
8/20/08	Pam Nowlin and Lemont Bryant Emcee the Peach Pageant Pamela Nowlin and Lemont Bryant of Fun Facts Radio, were the emcee hosts for the Virginia State Peach Pageant on August 4, 2008
8/19/08	Country Boys Play for 4th Annual Folk Fair-Aug. 9-2008 Johnny Joyce and the Country Boys from Patrick County, VA play for the 4th Annual Folk Fair at Meadows of Dan, VA
8/19/08	Peaches On Sale At Meadows of Dan Folk Fair Fresh home grown peaches were being sold briskly Saturday, August 9, 2008 on the porch of Meadows Mercantile in Meadows of Dan, VA
8/19/08	Become A Friend of Hospice-Seeking Volunteers Stuart, VA – August 14, 2008: Hospice of Patrick County is looking for community members to become a “Friend of Hospice” and volunteer their time.
8/18/08	Peach Pageant Winners at Gospel Sing-Aug. 7, 2008 The 2008 Peach Pageant Winners were at the Gospel Sing at Patrick Springs on August 7.
8/18/08	General Johnson Thrills Peach Festival Audience-2008 General Johnson and The Chairmen of the Board thrilled the audience at the 21st Annual Virginia State Peach Festival concert on Friday, August 8, 2008
8/18/08	VA State Peach Festival Experienced an Excellent Attendance-2008 The Virginia State Peach Festival experienced an excellent turnout for the week of August 4-9, 2008
8/18/08	Peach Festival Crowd enjoys the Electric Slide-Aug. 8-2008 The Virginia State Peach Festival crowd enjoyed dancing to the Chairmen of the Board version of the Electric Slide
8/18/08	Paul Farrar Gives Out Samples of Homemade Peach Ice Cream Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul", gave out 2 buckets of fresh home made peach ice cream at the Folk Fair celebration on August 9, 2008
8/17/08	Jenna Lambert wins Tiny Miss Peach Pageant 2008 Jenna Lambert of Penhook, VA won the Tiny Miss Peach Pageant at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA on August 4, 2008
8/17/08	Gospel Sing at Patrick Springs, VA-Peach Fest 20-08 On August 7, 2008 there was a Gospel singing at the Patrick Springs Fire Department on Spring Road, in Patrick Springs, VA
8/16/08	BB& T Bank sponsors the VA State Peach Festival-2008 BB & T Bank presented a sponsorship check to the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce for the 2008 Virginia State Peach Festival
8/16/08	Carter Bank and Trust sponsors VA State Peach Festival Carter Bank and Trust presented a sponsorship check to the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce for 2008 Virginia State Peach Festival.
8/16/08	Janella M'Liss Barbour wins Miss Peach 2008 Janella Barbour of Martinsville, VA won the Miss Virginia Peach Pageant last evening at the Star Theatre in Stuart, VA
8/16/08	Dani Clement wins Jr. Miss Pageant at Peach Festival Dani Clement of Patrick Springs, VA won the Junior Miss Peach Pageant at the Historic Star Theatre last evening in Stuart, VA
8/16/08	Taylor Clement wins Little Miss Peach Pageant - 2008 Taylor Elizabeth Clement of Patrick Springs, VA won the Little Miss Peach Pageant at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA
8/16/08	Landmark and Blue Ridge Nursing Sponsors VA State Peach Festival Landmark Assisted Living and Blue Ridge Nursing Home of Stuart, VA became major sponsor of the Virginia State Peach Festival
8/16/08	Nelson Auto Family is Major Sponsor for VA Peach Festival Nelson Automotive Family of Martinsville and Henry County, VA is a major sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival
8/16/08	River Community Bank Sponsors VA Peach Festival River Community Bank became a sponsors for the Virginia State Peach Festival.
8/15/08	Peach Festival Committe for 2008-Stuart, VA Pictured is the Peach Festival Committee for 2008 at our last meeting of the season at the Landmark Assisted Living Center in Stuart, VA
8/14/08	Jim Litten Real Estate Sponsors Virginia State Peach Festival Jim Litten Real Estate of Stuart, VA presented a check for a sponsorship for the 2008 Virginia State Peach Festival on July 16, 2008
8/14/08	Nelson Auto Sponsors Virginia State Peach Festival 2008 Nelson Automotive Family of Martinsville and Henry County, VA, becomes a Major sponsor of the Virginia State Peach Festival which is celebrated in Patrick County, Virginia.
8/14/08	Community Funeral Home of Stuart, VA Sponsors VA Peach Festival-2008 Community Funeral Home of Stuart, VA is a Major Sponsor for the 2008 Virginia State Peach Festival held annually in Patrick County, VA
8/14/08	Patrick County, Virginia Schools Open on Aug. 13-2008 Patrick County schools opened on August 13, 2008. Dr. Roger Morris reports an upward trend in enrollment since 1999. In the past 3 years Patrick County has gained about 120 children between ages 5 and 19.
8/13/08	Rocky Knob Community Workshops-Sept. 4 and 5-2008 Two community workshops will be held in Floyd and Stuart to provide an update on the Rocky Knob Destination Centerpiece Project. Dates are: Sept. 4, 4:00pm in Floyd, VA and Sept. 5, 1:00pm in Stuart, VA
8/8/08	Patrick Schools Meets No Child Left Behind Act 2007-2008 Patrick County Schools meet or exceeded No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) in reading and mathmatics during the 2007-2008 school year.
7/30/08	Patrick County Dancing Arts Registration August 14th-3pm-7pm Fall Registration & Shoe fitting, at Patrick County Dancing Arts is on Thursday, August 14, 2008, from 3:00pm-7:00pm at 128 Slusher St., Stuart, VA 24171 for new and returning students.
7/29/08	Patrick County Chamber Erects Banners Advertising Peach Festival The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has erected banners in and around Stuart, VA to promote the appearance of General Johnson and the Chairmen of the Board at the VA State Peach Festival
7/29/08	Gas Price goes to $3.699 in Stuart, VA-Exxon Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.699 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA on July 29, 2008
7/25/08	Visitor Survey-Floyd and Patrick Counties-Virginia Two college students were in Stuart, VA on Friday, July 25, surveying visitors to Patrick County, Virginia, a part of a study of Floyd and Patrick Counties being conducted by the National Park Service
7/22/08	Country Road Realty holds Ribbon Cutting on July 21-2008 Country Road Realty held their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on July 21, 2008 at their new offices on Jeb Stuart Highway in Meadows of Dan, VA
7/16/08	Sun Trust Bank-Stuart, VA sponsors VA State Peach Festival Sun Trust Bank of Stuart, VA sponsors the Virginia State Festival. Check was presented on July 16, 2008
7/15/08	Patrick County Peaches Looking Good! Pictured here is a basket of Patrick County peaches produced by Wade's Orchard in Woolwine, VA, Date: July, 2008
7/15/08	By The Creek Inn at Claudville joins Patrick County Chamber Lodging in a rural setting is offered at Claudville, Virginia, with a historic farm house. "By The Creek Inn" has just joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
7/14/08	Peach Trees Loaded In Patrick County, VA Here is an example of the 2008 peach crop in Patrick County, Virginia on July 13, 2008 at Wade's Orchard on Route 8, Woolwine, VA
7/14/08	Rhododendron In Bloom at Mabry Mill on Blue Ridge Parkway This is a flower picture at Mabry Mill, near Meadows of Dan, VA, on the Blue Ridge Parkway
7/13/08	Wade's Orchard Big Peach Producer Pictured here is Doug and Terri Wade of Wade's Orchard in Woolwine, VA. They produce over 20,000 bushels of peaches and apples per year.
7/13/08	Spencer-Penn Centre Hosts Music on Friday night The Spencer-Penn Center hosts a free music program at Spencer, VA on Friday night, July 11, 2008
7/12/08	Tyson Clabo, No. 77, Atlanta Falcons Attends Aerial After Hours Tyson Clabo, No. 77, Tackle with the Atlanta Falcons attended the Business After Hours at Aerial Machine and Tool on July 8, 2008
7/11/08	Boyce Holland Vetinarary Services Sponsors Peach Festival Boyce Holland Vetinarary Services of Stuart, VA has presented a sponsorship check to the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce in support of the Virginia State Peach Festival for 2008
7/11/08	Thelma Lou Appears at Aerial After Hours-from Mayberry TV Show Thelma Lou of the Andy Griffith Show, was at the Chamber After Hours at Aerial Machine and Tool at Vesta, VA on July 8, 2008
7/10/08	Didier Primat-Owner of Primland Resort dies Primland announced today the death of its founder and owner. In a press release, Primland said "It is with deep regret that I have to announce the untimely death of 63 YEAR OLD Didier Primat, the owner and creator of Primland.
7/2/08	Chairmen of the Board booked for VA State Peach Festival-2008 General Johnson and the Chairmen of the Baord have been booked for the Virginia State Peach Festival Concert on August 8, 2008 in Patrick County, Virginia
6/30/08	Wine Down The Music Trail-Meadows of Dan, VA-July 5-6, 2008 Don't let your weekend fun end with fireworks Friday night. Head to the Blue Ridge Parkway Saturday and Sunday for music, wine, arts and crafts. July 5-6, 2008 from 11:00am-6:00pm, On the Blue Ridge Parkway
6/30/08	Fourth Of July Celebration-DeHart Park-Stuart, VA-Car Show Fireworks at 10:00pm. Field opens at 8:00am. Food, crafters, live music. Car show. 42 classes of competition. Kids parade.
6/27/08	New Scholorship Program-Patrick Co. Schools & Intermont College June 24, 2008,PRESS RELEASE: Patrick County Public Schools and Virginia Intermont College Partner to Offer Scholarship
6/26/08	Hospice of Patrick County Recognized on June 23-2008 Hospice of Patrick County employees and volunteers were recognized by the Patrick County Board of Supervisors on June 23, 2008 at their regular bi-monthly meeting in Stuart, VA
6/26/08	DeHart Park Puts Up New Sign-Stuart, VA DeHart Park and Patrick Henry Community College has installed a new sign at their 212 Johnson Street Location in Stuart, VA
6/25/08	Gasoline Price Goes To $3.939 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.939 at On The Run Exxon, in Stuart, VA on June 25, 2008
6/23/08	Hatcher's and Hatcher's Taxi Service Is Open For Business-Stuart, VA Hatcher's and Hatcher's Taxi Service held their business opening on June 24, 2008 at their location, 2252 Creasy Chapel Rd. near Stuart, VA
6/23/08	Cruise In At Stuart Tire-Stuart, VA Fund Raiser for Amercan Cancer. Sunday, June 29, 3:00pm at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, East of Stuart, VA on U. S. Route 58.
6/22/08	Covered Bridge Festival Celebrated on June 21st The Annual Coverd Bridge Festival was celebrated on June 21, 2008 at Woolwine, VA in beautiful Patrick County, Virginia
6/21/08	Chamber After Hours at Aerial Machine & Tool-July 8, 5:30pm The Next Chamber After Hours will be at Aerial Machine and Tool, 4298 Jeb Stuart Highway, Vesta, VA. 5:30pm-7:30pm. Reservations are required
6/20/08	W & W Produce in Stuart has local grown peaches and cherries W & W Produce on U. S. Route 58, East of Stuart, VA has fresh grown peaches and cherries to sell as of June 20, 2008
6/19/08	Clements Cherry Orchard joins the Patrick County Chamber Clements Cherry Orchard of Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Telephone: 276-251-8228
6/19/08	Town of Stuart Kicks Off Revitalization Project-Stuart, VA The Town of Stuart, VA kicked off it's Revitalizatin Project on June 18, 2008 that includes the Central Business District
6/18/08	WHEO Radio Under New Management-Stuart, VA WHEO radio, 1270 AM is now has new management, Mr. Harold Dean Goad and Mr. Tommy Beasley.
6/18/08	Primland Gets Press in Triad Golf Today-June edition Primland Resort at Meadows of Dan, VA is covered in the Triad Golf Today magazine, June, 2008, page 6
6/17/08	Four Rivers Realty Sponsors Virginia State Peach Festival Four Rivers Realty in Stuart, VA has sponored the Virginia State Peach Festival which is held August 4-9, 2008 in Patrick County, Virginia
6/16/08	Dan River Park Dedication-Ararat, VA-Congressman Boucher Speaks Pictured are U. S. Congressman Rick Boucher, former Governor Gerald Baliles and Jonathan, Chairman of the Patrick County Board of Supervisors at the dedication of the new park facilities at Ararat, VA
6/16/08	Red Sky near Stuart, VA - June 17-2008 The bright red sky near Dry Pond Community, near the Town of Stuart, VA was captured by Tom Bishop on his Fiji camera
6/13/08	Local Produce Displayed at Stuart Farm market-Stuart, VA Mr. Wayne Kirkpatrick and Mr. Buddy Peyton display some of their fresh local grown produce at the Stuart, VA Downtown Farmer's Market on Patrick Avenue on June 13, 2008
6/12/08	Tanya Haynes sells Romaine and Leaf Lettuce-Stuart, VA Tanya Haynes was at the Downtown Stuart, Va farmers market on June 13, 2008 selling freshly grown (local) romaine and leaf lettuce.
6/11/08	Work Has Begun on Advance Auto Parts-Stuart, VA Excavation work has begun at the location of the new Advance Auto Parts in Stuart, VA near the new Wendy's and new Wal-Mart.
6/9/08	Dan River Day at Ararat Announced for June 14 Our park has undergone an amazing transformation since last summer. With the help, dedication, and hard work of our community, we are building the Dan River Park.
6/9/08	Gov. Baliles and Cong. Boucher to Speak at Ararat Dan River Park Guest speakers for the Day At The Park, June 14, will be former VA Gov. Gerald Baliles and U. S. Congressman Rick Boucher of Abingdon
6/9/08	Patrick County Construction reaches $51,277,000 in 2007 New construction in Patrick County, Virginia reached $51,277,000 in the year 2007. New residential dwellings was 94 homes at the cost of $13,421,801.
6/8/08	Beach Music Festival June 13-14-Stuart, VA The Annual Beach Music Festival is this weekend, June 13 and 14. At Wayside Park, Stuart, VA. The Embers, The Tams, Band of Oz, 58 West, Showtime, Mardi Gras with Sammy O'Brien.
6/7/08	Wal-Mart Presents check to Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe On June 11, Cindy Landwehrmann, Manager of Wal-Mart in Stuart, VA presented a check to Chief Griffith and Littlewolf Griffith in support of their September Pow Wow and their ongoing educational program.
6/7/08	Wal-Mart in Stuart sponsors the VA State Peach Festival-2008 Wal-Mart in Stuart, VA is a corporate sponsor for the VA State Peach Festival, which is held in Patrick County, VA August 4-9, 2008
6/5/08	Kricket's Country Salon holds Ribbon Cutting at Woolwine, VA Kricket's Country Salon held a ribbon cutting and grand opening on June 5, 2008, at 1539 Morrison School Road, Woolwine, VA
6/3/08	Mountain Laurel in bloom on the Parkway Mountain Laurel is in bloom on the Blue Ridge Parkway between Meadows of Dan and Rocky Knob.
6/2/08	Flame Azalea in full bloom on the Blue Ridge Parkway Pictured here is an example of the orange colored flame azalea on the Blue Ridge Parkway, near the Rocky Knob area
6/2/08	Positions Available at Mountain Valley Hospice in Galax, Va. Position: Chaplain & Medical Social Worker.
6/1/08	Rolling Thunder Raceway Joins Patrick Chamber Rolling Thunder Raceway, LLC of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. We fully support this new business venture.
6/1/08	Chamber Picnic on June 8 at Dominion Valley Park The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have a picnic for all members, employees and family members on June 8, 3-6pm at Dominion Valley Park
6/1/08	Dobyn's Mountain Performance Center Opens on June 2nd Dobyn's Mountain Performance Center of 1848 Dobyns Road, Staurt, VA opened for business on Monday, June 2nd.
5/30/08	Step, Inc. receives check for $1,108,000 from USDA Step, Inc. of Stuart, VA received a check on May 28, 2008 from the USDA for $1,108,000 for the new building on Route 8, South of Stuart
5/29/08	Community Funeral Home Becomes Major Peach Sponsor Community Funeral Home of Stuart and Ridgeway, VA is now a "Major Sponsor" for the Virginia State Peach Festival for 2008.
5/29/08	Sales Tax Holiday-Hurricane Preparedness-State of Virginia Huricane preparedness Sales Tax Holiday Guidelines and Rules for week of May 25-31, 2008. Click Here for more information.
5/28/08	New Armor Vests Displayed by Sheriff Dan Smith Sheriff Dan Smith shows the new Armor Vests to Mr. Kelly Ratcliff of Community Funeral Home and JEB Rescue Squad and to Mr. Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
5/28/08	Patrick Tourism Professional Attend Economic Conference May 19-20 On May 19 and 20, 2008, three Southwest Virginia non-profit organizations, 'Round the Mountain, The Crooked Road and Appalachian Sustainable Development, hosted "Building a Creative Economy in Southwest Virginia".
5/26/08	Gov. Mark Warner Shares with Patrick County Officials On his visit to Stuart, VA, former Gov. Mark Warner shares with officials in Patrick County at the Court House, on May 21, 2008
5/22/08	Gas price goes to $3.839 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $3.839 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
5/21/08	Kay Dunkley is the new Director of the R. J. Reynolds Homestead Ms. Kay Dunkley has been named as the new Director of the R. J. Reynolds Homestead in Critz, VA
5/21/08	Gov. Mark Warner Tours Main Street-Stuart, VA Former Governor Mark Warner was a hit with local folks as he toured Stuart, VA, walking up and down Main Street on May 21, 2008.
5/20/08	Tourism Advisory Council attends Abingdon Creative Economy Conf. Charlotte Gardner, Chairperson for the Patrick County Tourism Advisory Council, Leslie Shelor, Sue Shelor, Lisa Martin, and Tom Bishop are attending the Conference in Abingdon, VA May 19-20
5/20/08	Charlotte Gardner Meets Gov. Tim Kaine at Abingdon, VA Charlotte Gardner, Chairperson of the Patrick County Tourism Advisory Council and President of Bull Mt. Arts in Stuart, VA met Gov. Tim Kaine at the Conference on Building A Creative Economy
5/19/08	Gov Tim Kaine Plays Harmonica with Crooked Road Musicians At the Conference on the Creative Economy in Abingdon, Va on May 20, Gov. Tim Kaine joined in the music program by playing his harmonica with some of the Crooked Road musicians.
5/19/08	Slate Mt. Rock Church in Floyd County, VA This is a picture taken in May 2008 of the Slate Mountain Presbyterian Church, near the Blue Ridge Parkway.
5/19/08	Monument for Lt. Gov. Julian Reynolds Pictured is a monument dedicated to Julian Sargeant Reynolds, Lt. Gov. of the State of Virginia, who served 1970-1971
5/16/08	Former Gov. Mark Warner to Visit Stuart, VA On May 21st, Former Virginia Governor Mark Warner will visit Stuart, VA. The Chamber of Commerce will provide a forum so he can meet with local businesses. APPEARING IN AT STAR THEATRE 3:45PM
5/15/08	Wendy's Ribbon Cutting on May 13-2008-Stuart, VA Wendy's in Stuart, VA, on JEB Stuart Highway, U. S. Route 58, celebrated with a ribbon cutting on May 13, 2008
5/14/08	Charles and Laura Sechrist-Owners of Wendys in Stuart, VA Mr. and Mrs. Sechrist welcome you to the new Wendy's in the Wal-Mart Center, on JEB Stuart Highway, U. S. Route 58, Stuart, VA, East of the Town of Stuart.
5/13/08	Patrick School Board Meeting May 20 AGENDA FOR SPECIAL PATRICK COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD MEETING Tuesday, May 20, 2008, 8:30 p.m. (or after the Employee Appreciation Banquet) Patrick County High School Library
5/11/08	Chamber Presents Check for $5595 to Sheriff for Armor Vests The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce presented a check for $5595 to Sheriff Dan Smith for new armored vests for the Sheriff Deputies on May 9, 2008
5/10/08	Patrick County Tourism Council Speaks to Benefits of Tourism Patrick County Tourism Advisory Council is joining with the Virginia Tourism Corporation and travel partners across the state to highlight the economic and local benefits of tourism during National Tourism Week ( May10 to May18).
5/9/08	Agee-Baliles Grist Mill in Patrick County, VA The picture is of the Agee-Baliles Grist Mill near Buffalo Ridge and Woolwine in Patrick County, VA
4/28/08	New Market Tax Credit Program-Stuart, VA-April 30-1:00p.m. Information session on new program to help low and moderate income families with favorable interest rates.
4/28/08	School Board Agenda-May 8 Meeting-Stuart, VA School Board sets agenda for May 8th meeting. Patrick County Schools.
4/26/08	Caber Toss Was a popular Event at the Highland Games-Ararat, VA Pictured are all the participants in the Highland Games and Festival held at Laurel Hill, in Ararat, VA on April 26, 2008
4/19/08	Parkway PC's Holds Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting-Staurt, VA Parkway PC's of 336-B Patrick Avenue in Stuart, VA held a Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting today at 11:00am in Downtown Stuart
4/15/08	State Installs new Virginia Sign at the VA-NC Borders A new entrance sign has been installed as you enter the State of Virginia and Patrick County.
4/9/08	Lodge & Restuarant Under Construction at Primland-Meadows of Dan, VA A new lodge, restaurant, health spa, and observatory is under construction at the Primland Resort, near Meadows of Dan, VA
4/8/08	Surrey Bank and Trust Holds Ribbon Cutting-Stuart, VA Surrey Bank and Trust held a ribbon cutting and grand opening on Friday, April 4, 2008 in Stuart, VA for their new bank
4/3/08	Gas price goes to $3.239 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.239 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
4/1/08	Alan Black appointed as new County Attorney-Patrick County, VA Alan Black, local attorney has been appointed at the County Attorney for Patrick County, VA at their Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday, March 31st, 20908
3/31/08	Resolution to Support 1100 Bed Prison in Patrick County The Patrick County Board of Supervisors approved a resolution in support of a 1100 Bed State Prison for Patrick County at their meeting on March 31st, 2008.
3/24/08	Patrick County Sheriff Dept. Needs Body Armor PRESS RELEASE – FROM THE PATRICK COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE. A special need exists for the Patrick County Sheriff Department to purchase Body Armor to be used for high risk situations.
3/23/08	Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Closed on March 24th The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Office is closed on Monday, March 24, 2008 for Easter Monday holiday
3/13/08	J. E. B. Stuart Bed and Breakfast joins the Patrick Chamber The J. E. B. Stuart Bed and Breakfast of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
3/12/08	Collins Chiropractic Clinic joins Patrick Chamber Collins Chiropractic Clinic has opened a new office in Stuart, VA and has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
3/12/08	Jobless Rate in Patrick County Rises to 5.4% in January 2008 Patrick County's unemployment rate increased to 5.4% in January with 493 unemployed. December, 2007 it was at 4.7% or 427 unemployed
3/11/08	Gas price goes to $3.179 at On The Run Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.179 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
3/11/08	1st Choice Mortgage joins Patrick Chamber 1st Choice Mortgage of Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
3/11/08	Summit Building and Landscaping has joined the Patrick Chamber Summitt Building and Landscaping of Patrick Springs, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
3/5/08	RJR Hospital Skill Care Unit May Be sold-Stuart, VA Chatham Rehabilitation Center in Chatham, VA is trying to purchase the 25 skilled care beds from R. J. Reynolds Memorial Hospital in Stuart, VA
3/1/08	Eric Monday Resigns as Patrick County Attorney Mr. Eric Monday, Attorney for the County of Patrick, resigned at the Board of Supervisors meeting at approximately 11:00pm on March 31, 2008.
2/16/08	New Clock In Downtown Stuart, VA Pictured here is the new clock in downtown Stuart, VA. The logo on the face of the clock shows a representation of civil war General J. E. B. Stuart, who the town is named for. Gen. Stuart was born in Patrick County, VA at Laurel Hill.
2/13/08	Mabry Mill Iced Over on Feb 11-2008 This picture was taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on the afternoon of Feb. 11, 2008.
2/13/08	Mabry Mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway-February, 2008 This picture was taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 11, 2008
2/12/08	Mabry Mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway-February, 2008 This picture was taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on Feb. 11, 2008
1/5/08	Primland Resort Announces Job Openings-Meadows of Dan, VA Dec. 24-Primland Resort of Meadows of Dan has announced the job openings of FINANCE MANAGER, SALES MANAGER, and FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANAGER.
12/21/07	Dick And Willie Prints Now Available-Patrick Chamber of Commerce The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is now selling prints of the Dick and Willie train for $7.00 at the Chamber office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA
12/21/07	Collector Mug Released for 2007 - Dick and Willie The Patrick County of Chamber Commerce has released the 2007 collector mug. It the picture of the "Dick and Willie" train which used to travel into Patrick County, Virginia.
12/20/07	Dr. James Keesee has joined the Patrick Chamber Dr. James A. Keesee, retired Dentist, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce as an Individual Member.
12/12/07	County Board Approves issuance of Bonds for School Improvements The Patrick County Board of Supervisors approved the issuance of $37,869,925 general obligation bonds to fund new classrooms and renovations of 7 county schools
12/9/07	Business After Hours Set for Dec. 13 at The Homestead The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have "Business After Hours" on Dec. 13, 2007 at 5:30 p. m. at the Reynolds Homestead
11/19/07	Sale of Hospital Discussed-Patrick County The ownership of R. J. Reynolds Patrick County Memorial Hospital is discussing potential sale of the hospital, accordinig to Melvin "Gene" Woodward, Jr. Co-Owner of the hospital
11/16/07	Mayberry Presbyterian Church beautiful in October-Meadows of Dan, VA The Mayberry Presbyterian Church is beautiful in October when the leaves are in full color.
11/8/07	Gas price goes to $2.999 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.999 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
11/6/07	Entrepreneur Express Workshop-Nov. 8-Stuart, VA Entrepreneur Express Workshop, November 8 at Patrick Henry Community College, 212 Johnson St. Stuart, VA-9:00am-12noon
11/2/07	Tourism Business Increases in Patrick County-VA for 2006 For 2006, tourism revenues increased by 4.6% locally, with a total of $21.1 million in visitor spending in 2006.
10/31/07	Dan River Park receives grant from Kodak American Greenways Dan River Park Association has received a national honor accompanied by a grant from the Kodak American Greenways Awards Program. The grant amounted to $1500.
10/31/07	Puckett's Cabin pictured on Oct. 28-2007 Pictured is Puckett's Cabin located on the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway on a fall afternoon.
10/30/07	Blue Ridge Parkway October Views Highly Popular The Blue Ridge Parkway views in Carroll and Patrick Counties, VA, are very popular in October of each year.
10/30/07	Bluemont Church Picture on October 28-2007 Here is a picture of the Bluemont Presbyterian Church on the Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, Milepost 192, taken on October 28, 2007.
10/30/07	Ms. K. Joanne Hill recognized as School Social Worker of the Year Ms. K. Joanne Hill, Visiting Teacher for Patrick County Public Schools was recognized as the Virginia Visiting Teacher/School Social Worker of The Year at the annual conference of the Virginia Association of Visiting Teachers and School Social Workers
10/26/07	Hillsville By Pass on U. S. 58 Groundbreaking-Oct. 22nd October 22, 2007 It was a historic day in Carroll County, VA when the groundbreaking was conducted to begin construction of the U. S. Route 58 bypass around Hillsville, VA.
10/22/07	Tourism Conference Set for Oct. 29th in Wytheville Congressman Boucher hosts Conference on Tourism in Southwest Virginia on Monday, October 29th, 2007, 8:00am until Noon at Wytheville, VA
10/18/07	Patrick County Unemployment remains at 4.4%-August 2007 Unemployment remains at low level The Patrick County, VA jobless rate was 4.4% in August which was exactly the same as July.
10/17/07	Mrs. Essie Bishop Passes Away- of Stuart, VA Mrs. Essie A. Bishop of 1352 Old Orhard Loop, Stuart, VA 24171, passed away on Saturday October 13, 2007. Mrs. Bishop is the mother of Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
10/8/07	General JEB Stuart Stands at Attention - Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA Impersonator (Matthew C. Wise) General JEB Stuart stands at attention during the memorial services at Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA on October 7, 2007.
10/8/07	General Robert E. Lee presents boquet of flowers at Memorial Service Impersonator (Mr. Andy Shores) of General Robert E. Lee presents a boquet of flowers to the Stuart cemetary at the Black Rose Memorial Service on Sunday, October 7, 2007
10/8/07	Confederates on Attack at Laurel Hill Reenactment-Ararat, VA Pictured is the Confederate attack on Sunday, October 7, 2007, at JEB Stuart's Birthplace, "Laurel Hill", Ararat, Va
10/4/07	JEB Stuart Encampment set for Oct. 6 and 7, 2007-Ararat, VA Annual Encampment and Living History October 6th and 7th, 2007 at Laurel Hill near Ararat, Virginia. Battles both Saturday and Sunday at 1:30p.m.
10/4/07	Young Reenactors are pictured at Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA Two young reenactors were pictured on a bright sunny day at Laurel Hill, birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2008
10/1/07	Paul Farrar Does Live Remote at W & W Produce-Stuart, VA Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul" does live remote at W & W Produce on U. S. Route 58, Stuart, VA
9/30/07	Open House-Smoky Mt. Alpaca Farm-Stuart On Sept. 29-30, 2007, Smoky Mountain Alpaca Farm near Stuart, VA will have an open house, inviting you to come see the beautiful alpacas.
9/29/07	Sheppard's Mill Picture near Stuart, VA This is a picture of Sheppard's Mill in the Moorefield Store Community, near Stuart, VA, (Patrick County)
9/23/07	Cars Jump the Concrete Barrier at Friday's Demolition Derby It was an exciting night at the Patrick County Fair-2007, with the Nationwide Demolition Derby celebrated at Rotary Field, Stuart, VA
9/23/07	Cast Iron Pot used for Cooking Stew-Patrick Co., Virginia A 100 gallon cast iron pot is used for cooking stew at the Moorefield Store Community Fire Department. This is an annual event to raise funds for the fire department.
9/22/07	Steam and Smoke highlight Demolition Derby on Friday night Car # 18 goes up in smoke. This was a fun night at the Patrick County Fair, Rotary Field, Stuart, VA on Friday, Sept. 21.
9/22/07	Dreamer wins People's Choice Award at the County Fair Dreamer, a double registered walking and racking horse won the "Peoples Choice" award at the Patrick County Agricultural Fair on Saturday, September 22, 2007
9/22/07	Demolition Derby in Patrick County, Va-2007 Friday night of the County Fair was exciting at Rotary Field, Stuart, Virginia with the Annual Demolition Derby.
9/21/07	Tom Bishop writes article for Piedmont Magazine Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber shares this article for the next edition of Piedmont Magazine Fall Edition, telling about events in Patrick County.
9/19/07	New Surrey Bank under construction in Stuart, Va Surrey Bank and Trust, headquartered in Mt. Airy, NC has a new branch bank building uncer construction in Stuart, Va.
9/18/07	Patrick County Schools Meet Adequate Yearly Progress Message from Dr. Robert Morris, School Supt., of Patrick County Schools about AYP-Annual Yearly Progress.
9/15/07	Virginia Grown Apples Available at Wood's Cold Storage Virginia grown apples are available by the bushel now at Wood's Cold Storage, near Stuart, VA, on Rt. 8.
9/15/07	Patrick County Pumpkins On Sale Patrick County grown pumpkins are now on sale. Wood's Cold Storage, just outside of Stuart, VA on Rt. 8 have locally grown pumpkins for sale
9/14/07	Blue Ridge Furniture Joins The Chamber of Commerce We would like to welcome Blue Ridge Furniture as one of The Chamber of Commerce's most recent members.
9/14/07	Woolwine, VA installs new Welcome Sign The community of Woolwine, VA has installed a new sign as you enter the community on Rt. 8
9/14/07	3rd Annual Car and Truck Show-Sept. 29, 2007-Stuart, VA The 3rd Annual Car and Truck Show is set for Sept. 29, 2007 at DeHart Park in Stuart, VA. Sponsoring agency is Wayside Community Chuurch
9/14/07	Conference On Tourism Scheduled for Oct. 29-2007-Wytheville Ninth District Conference on Tourism is set for Monday, Oct. 29, 2007 at the campus of Wytheville Community College, Wytheville, Virginia.
9/13/07	Patrick County, VA jobless rate goes to 4.4% The July, 2007, jobless rate in Patrick County, Virginia was 4.4% in July, 2007.
9/12/07	Mt. Airy, NC viewed as Top Retirement Community The web site, www.topretirements.com, has rated Mt. Airy, NC as in the top 12 retirement communities in North Carolina.
9/6/07	Tools For Schools-Ruritan Club Presents to Blue Ridge Elementary The Red Bank Ruritan Club donated a variety of school supplies to the Blue Ridge Elementary School in Ararat, VA on Sept. 5th.
9/5/07	Downtown Cafe Joins Patrick County Chamber Downtown Cafe of 312 Patrick Avenue, Stuart, VA, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
8/28/07	Buffalo Mountain-Excellent Hiking Experience Buffalo Mountain located in beautiful Floyd County, Virginia is an excellent outdoor experience for hiking, photography and nature study.
8/27/07	Patrick County Chamber Ornament On Sale-2007 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has released the 2007 collector mug and Christmas ornament. It is the picture of the "Dick and Willie" train which used to travel into Patrick County, Virginia.
8/24/07	High Speed Internet Coming to Patrick County, Va Mid-Atlantic Broadband Cooperative (MBC) and EMBARQ have joined a public-private partnership to bring high speed Internet to residents in Patrick, Campbell, Halifax and Bedford Counties in VA.
8/24/07	Lonesome River Band 25th Anniversary In 2007 the Lonesome River Band celebrates their 25 anniversary in bluegrasss as one of the most popular and influential acts on the bluegrass festival and concert circuit.
8/22/07	Antique Show -Stuart, VA-August 24-25 3rd Annual Patrick County Antique Show featuring antique guns and knives. 8am-6pm. Admission $2.00. Preview Aug. 23, 5pm-9pm, $5.00. Saturday night jamboree.
8/20/07	Job Recruiting-Results of Stuart, VA-August 24, 10:00am A fast growing call center in Stuart, VA is seeking to fill jobs of Licensed Insurance Agents, Accountant/Business Analysis and Customer Service Representatives. Recruitment Event, August 24, 10:00am
8/16/07	Aerial Machine and Tool-Ground Breaking Expansion Vesta, VA Aerial Machine and Tool Corporation of Vesta, VA held a ground breaking to add 7500 sq. ft. manufacturing and office space for internal upgrades to existing buildings on Aug. 16
8/15/07	Smith River Bank Sponsors's the Virginia State Peach Festival Smith River Community Bank sponsored the Virginia State Peach Festival for 2007. Pictured is Mr. Barney Day presenting a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
8/15/07	West Piedmont Development Opens Satellite Office in Stuart, VA West Piedmont Development Center of Martinsville has opened a new sattelite office at the Community College building in Stuart, VA.
8/14/07	Peach Festival Friday Night Celebration has large attendance The Friday night Peach Festival Program had a great crowd to see The Great Pretenders and No Speed Limit perform at Rotary Field, in Stuart, VA on August 10, 2007
8/14/07	Meadows of Dan Folk Fair Has a Great Day on August 11 On August 11, 2007, the Meadows of Dan Merchants Association celebrated the 3rd Annual Folk Fair, in combination with the Virginia State Peach Festival Celebration.
8/13/07	Rural Health Clinic Opens in Stuart, Virginia The ribbon cutting was held on August 13, 2007 at the RJR Patrick Memorial Hospital for the opening of a new Rural Health Clinic, called PCH Express Care Clinic
8/9/07	GOSPEL SINGING AT PATRICK SPRINGS-VA PEACH FESTIVAL A special night of Gospel Singing at the Virginia State Peach Festival, at Patrick Springs, VA, on Spring Road at the Patrick Springs Fire House.
8/9/07	Richard Rogers Morning Radio Host will MC Friday Peach Concert Richard Rogers, from WHEO 1270 AM, Stuart, VA will emcee the Friday night concert at Rotary Field of the Virginia State Peach Festival.
8/8/07	VA Peach Festival Talent Winners Announced-Stuart, VA On Tuesday, August 7, 2007, the Star Talent Search at the Historic Star Theatre, presented 1st place awards to the youth who participated in the Virginia State Peach Festival
8/8/07	Nelson Automotive Family becomes Exclusive Sponsor-VA Peach Festival Nelson Automotive Family of Martinsville and Henry County, Virginia is an Exclusive Sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival, which is held in Patrick County, Virginia.
8/8/07	Pigs R Us Caters Dinner for 2007 VA Peach Festival Pigs R Us of Martinsville, VA will cater a barbeque dinner at the August 10, 2007 VA Peach Festival Concert at Rotary Field, Stuart, VA
8/7/07	Erica Michelle Dalton selected Miss Virginia Peach-Stuart, VA Erica Michelle Dalton of Stuart, VA was selected "Miss Peach" on August 6, 2007 at the Historic Star Theatre.
8/7/07	Denise Leigh Pendleton wins Jr. Miss Peach -Stuart, VA Denise Leigh Pendleton of Woolwine, VA captured the title "Jr. Miss Peach" on August 6, 2007 at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA
8/7/07	Taylor Campbell wins the Little Miss Peach Pageant-Stuart, VA Taylor Campbell of Manassas, VA wond the title of "Little Miss Peach" at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA on August 6, 2007
8/7/07	Destyn Brooke Pike wins the Tiny Miss Peach pageant in Stuart, VA Destyn "Brooke" Pike, of Stuart, VA won the "Tiny Miss Peach" pageant at the Historic Star Theatre on August 6, 2007.
8/7/07	Pam Nowlin and Lemont Bryant MC 2007 Peach Pageant-Stuart, VA Pamela Nowlin served as mistress of ceremonies and Lemont Bryant as master of ceremonies at the 3rd Annual Peach Pageant at the Historic Star Theatre in downtown Stuart, VA on August 6, 2007
8/7/07	Gas price goes to $2.539 at On The Run in Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline went to $2.539 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
8/6/07	Peach Pageant Tonight at Star Theatre-Stuart, VA The 3rd Annual Virginia Peach Pageant will be held tonight, August 6, 2007 at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA starting at 7:00 p. m.
8/1/07	Fresh Peaches for The Virginia State Peach Festival-Stuart, VA Displayed are fresh white free stone peaches being sold by All Seasons Gift Garden And Home at 21581 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, Va.
8/1/07	Peach Festival Tickets Now Available-Patrick County VA Virginia Peach Festival Tickets are now available for purchase for the August 10, 2007 concert at Rotary Field, Stuart, VA. The Great Pretenders and No Speed Limit will perform at 5:00pm-9:30pm
7/30/07	Kibler Valley River Run Has Great Day-Claudville, Va The Kibler Valley River Run was conducted by the Red Bank Ruritan Club of Claudville, VA on Saturday, July 28, 2007.
7/27/07	Blueberries Available at Bev's in Ararat, VA Pick your own blueberries are available in Ararat, VA on Doe Run Road. It's Bev's Blueberry Patch.
7/26/07	New Construction creates "Silent Economy" in Patrick County New home construction is a big plus for Patrick County, Virginia economy. Pictured is a new home on Dan Valley Farm Road, near Claudville, VA. Picture by Tom Bishop dated July 25, 2007.
7/26/07	Cabbage and Pumpkins grown in Patrick County, Virginia This picture is of a large cabbage patch and pumpkin patch on Dan Valley Farm Road, Claudville, VA.
7/26/07	Puckett Cemetery in Ararat, VA Pictured This picture was taken on July 25, 2007 of the cemetery of John and Orlena Puckett. It is located at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Ararat, VA (Patrick County).
7/25/07	Stuart Tire & Auto Sponsor's The VA State Peach Festival Stuart Tire and Auto of 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA is a sponor for the Virginia State Peach Festival for 2007
7/25/07	Paul Farrar does Cooking Show Promoting the VA State Peach Festival Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul", did to filming of two shows on July 24, 2007 sharing peach recipes with his listeners on cable channel BTW21 in Martinsville, VA
7/4/07	Flag Pole Dedication-Patrick County Library-July 4-2007 400th ANNIVERSARY JAMESTOWN FLAG POLE DEDICATION at Historical Museum and Patrick County Branh Library. JULY 4TH 2007 IN STUART, VA
6/29/07	Vicki-Hutchens Bennett Becomes Exclusive Peach Sponsor Vicki-Hutchens Bennett, LUTCF representing NY Life Insurance and located in Stuart, VA is an "Exclusive Sponsor"
6/28/07	Wayne Kirkpatrick Receives Award-Environmental Stewardship Wayne Kirkpatrick of the Dan River Basin Association received an Environmental Stewardship Award on Tuesday in Richmond, VA. Wayne operates a farm in Stuart, VA.
6/18/07	The Passing of infant Alli Lane Turner The Blessed Daughter of Jason Bradley Turner and Lesli Ann Turner of Stuart, died Saturday, June 16th, 2007 at Memorial Hospital in Martinsville.
6/15/07	Weather Bug Now at the Virginia Museum of Natural History the Virginia Museum of Natural History in Martinsville, Va. is now a host site for a WeatherBug station.
6/13/07	Sheriff David Hubbard will not run-Patrick County, VA Incumbent Sheriff David Hubbard has announced he will not run for Sheriff in the upcoming election. His health is impacting his ability to continue.
6/4/07	Mabry Mill As Pretty As Ever-June 1st, 2007 The attached picture was taken of Mabry Mill on the Blue Ridge Parkway, near Meadows of Dan, Va on June 1st, 2007, by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
6/4/07	Kim Adkins Named to Executive Director Workforce Investment Board Kim Adkins, new executive director of the West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board. Monday, June 4, 2007----By MICKEY POWELL - Bulletin Staff Writer--Source: Martinsville Bulletin, June 4, 2007 page 1
6/4/07	Lover's Leap Picture in Patrick County, Virginia This picture is of Lover's Leap on U. S. Route 58, near Vesta, VA (Patrick County). Picture taken in May 2007.
6/4/07	Picture of U. S. Route 58-Lover's Leap-Patrick County, VA This picture was taken in May of 2007 by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
5/30/07	Senator Reynolds Renews Plea for Rt. 58 Sen. Roscoe Reynolds urged the Commonwealth Transportation Board May 22 to complete the four-laneing of U. S. Route 58 from the Stuart bypass to I-77 in Hillsville as soon as possible.
5/29/07	Cash To Payday joins the Patrick County Chamber Cash To Payday in Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
5/22/07	Carter Bank and Trust sponsors the VA State Peach Festival Carter Bank and Trust will be a sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival, which will be held August 6-11, 2007.
5/15/07	APCO Rate Hike slashed to 3% RICHMOND — The State Corporation Commission has approved an Appalachian Power Co. rate increase, but it slashed the company’s request and ordered refunds to customers to begin within 90 days.
5/10/07	Sells, Hogg & Jones, CPA's joins the Patrick Country Chamber Sells, Hogg & Jones, CPA's, P. C. has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
4/19/07	New Wal-Mart Store Mgr Named-Stuart, VA Cindy Landwehrmann has been named at the new Wal-Mart store manager in Stuart, VA. She has previously served at the Galax, VA store.
4/19/07	Pilson Automotive & Collision, LLC joins Patrick Chamber Pilson Automotive & Collision joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
4/18/07	Business After Hours at Gordon Trent Golf Course-April 19 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have a Business After Hours at Gordon Trent Golf Course, Thursday, April 19, 5:30pm-7:30pm.
4/14/07	Gasoline goes to $2.759 in Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline goes to $2.759 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA
3/15/07	Tom Bishop Brings Gov Kaine To Patrick County Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, worked very hard to get Governor Tim Kaine to make an appearance in Patrick County.
3/14/07	Press Covers Gov. Tim Kaine Visit to Stuart, VA The media in Patrick County and neighboring Henry County covered the appearance of Governor Tim Kaine at the Historic Star Theatre.
3/13/07	Gov. Tim Kaine will speak at the Star Theatre-March 14-Stuart, VA Governor Tim Kaine will speak on the issue of transportation at the Historic Star Theatre, on March 14, 2007.

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