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Old News Latest News 7/17/10   Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled-Patrick County, VA The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 20, 2010 has been canceled. Report received from Geri Hazelwood from the County Administrator's Office. 7/3/10   Home Grown Peaches on Sale in Stuart, VA - July 2nd Home grown peaches were on sale at the Stuart Farmer's Market on Friday, July 2nd. by Windy Hill Orchard of Ararat, VA 5/31/10   National's Military Support Forum-Martinsville For those who honorable served in the military, $78 million in education benefits are available from Dept. of Veterans Affairs. Come to National College, 905 N. Memorial Blvd., Martinsville, VA on June 10, 2010 to learn about. 5/4/10   Group from Danville Tour Laurel Hill-Ararat On May 3, 2010, a group from Danville, VA toured the site of JEB Stuart's birthplace, Laurel Hill, Ararat, VA 5/2/10   Governor McDonnell Approves Nearly $500 Million in Road Bonds RICHMOND - Governor Bob McDonnell approved the sale of nearly $500 million in bonds to advance transportation projects managed by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and the Virginia Department of Rail and Public Transportation (DRPT) on Apr. 4/27/10   Gov. McDonnell Presents $2 Million Check to Monogram Snacks Gov. McDonnell presented a $2 million check to Monagram Snacks Chairman and CEO Karl Schledwitz on Monday for expanding their existing plant at the Patriot Centre. 3/15/10   Gov. McDonnell Suceeds in Gaining Broad Bipartisan Suport RICHMOND- Governor Bob McDonnell’s 2010 legislative agenda enjoyed strong bipartisan support in his first session as Virginia’s Chief Executive, with nearly 80% of his initiatives passing the General Assembly. 3/13/10   MARCH 18-CHAMBER AFTER HOURS- CLOSED FOR RESERVATIONS THE CHAMBER AFTER HOURS AT PRIMLAND IS CLOSED FOR RESERVATIONS, MARCH 18TH EVENT 3/3/10   Step is searching for a Head Start Teacher for Patrick County A full time 10 month position that is responsible for planning and carring out the educational program and the day-to-day operations of the classroom. 3/3/10   Advertisement for Bids: Town of Stuart/Patrick County High School Water Extensions Project Seperate Sealed Bids for construction of the Patrick County High School Water Extensions Project will be received by the Town of Stuart at 100 Patrick Ave. in Stuart until 11:00am on March 23rd, 2010. 3/3/10   Notice of Public Hearing with The Patrick County Board of Supervisors will be held to amend the 2009-2010 budget in the amount of $6,419,285.35. 3/3/10   Patrick Henry Community College in Martinsville is recruiting grant funded full time and adjunct positions for Nursing Faculty continuation of each position is contingent upon renewal of grant funding For details and application information, please visit www.ph.vccs.edu. PHCC is an equal opportunity employer 2/26/10   Dry Pond Cafe is under New Management Grand Opening Specials the week of March 1-6. Come in and register to wind a $25.00 Gift Certificate. The New Owner, Shvonda Cockram and Manager Tina Shinault invite you to join them for the opening. 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. 1/20/10   Virginia Rest Stops to Reopen by Feb. 17th First 4 Rest Stops to Reopen by February 17th; 8 more by March 17th; Rest by April 15th. Commonwealth Transportation Board Votes Unanimously to Reopen all 19 Facilities 1/20/10   Sen. Webb Says Massachusetts Election A Referendum on Health Care Webb said, however, that “in many ways, the campaign in Massachusetts became a referendum not only on health care reform but also on the openness and integrity of our government process.” As reported by the Martinsville Bulletin, January 21, 2010. 1/17/10   Middle Cross Baptist Church Joins Patrick Chamber Middle Cross Baptist Church of Stuart, VA has recently joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. This gives them the priveledge of being listed on the Chamber Directory. 1/7/10   Patrick Henry Workforce Development Classes Available Patrick Henry Community College’s Department of Workforce Development and Continuing Education invites you to check out the exciting variety of classes offered this Spring. 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   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 12/14/09   Patrick County Health Department Closed Dec. 18th Patrick County Health Department Closed Dec. 18th for personnel training 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. 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. 8/31/09   Piedmont Community Services will be closed in observance of Labor Day on September 7th, in case of emergency call 694-2962 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 8/21/09   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. 8/12/09   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. 8/5/09   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". 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! 7/24/09   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) 7/22/09   Peach Recipes compliments of Paul Farrar GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN/PEACH DELIGHT W/OJ & CARAMEL SAUCE 7/21/09   Peach Recipes compliments of Paul Farrar 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 7/19/09   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 7/10/09   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   Honduras Coffee's extended Summer Hours are 7AM till 6PM Come by after your trip to the pool or park and pick up a icy, refreshing smoothie or one of our delicious frozen coffee's. SEE YOU THERE!!! 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 7/8/09   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   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. 7/2/09   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. 7/1/09   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. 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   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   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 6/20/09   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   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 6/18/09   A DVD of the 2009 Patrick County Relay for Life Now Available for Only $5.00 The Proceeds go to Relay for Life. It has a slide show and a video, as well as a copy of all the picture's. A special THANKS goes to Kiley Scott for organizing the DVD. Contact Betty at 694-5273 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. 6/13/09   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! 6/9/09   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   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   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 6/5/09   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. 6/3/09   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   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   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 5/28/09   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. 5/23/09   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   The Opening of the Empathy Rehab at Landmark and Blue Ridge Nursing Center A comprehensive rehabilitation service offering Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy to the residents of Patrick County and the surrounding areas. 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   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. 5/9/09   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   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 5/5/09   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 5/2/09   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   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 4/25/09   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. 4/23/09   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 4/19/09   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. 4/17/09   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   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   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. 3/29/09   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   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   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   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   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 3/7/09   Gov. Tim Kaine announced allocation of $1.6 billion from Stimulus Mar. 6-RICHMOND—Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced the allocation of $1.6 billion from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to education, public safety and transportation needs in Virginia. 3/6/09   Patrick County Girls Play in State Tournament Mar. 7-Salem Civic Center Please be advised that the Patrick County High School girls basketball team will play in the VHSL State Tournament on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 5:15 at the Salem Civic Center. 3/6/09   Vaughan Bassett Furniture will invest $2.15 million for Galax Facility March 6-GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES VAUGHAN-BASSETT FURNITURE COMPANY EXPANSION IN GALAX. It will create 100 new jobs. 3/6/09   Impact of VA Tourism Economy Sought by Charles Ryan Associates Mar. 6-Virginia Travel is researching the impact of the recession on the tourism economy in order to develop strategies to help our industry to thrive. Charles Ryan Associates have been employed. 3/5/09   Surrey Bank and Trusts Becomes Peach Festival Sponsor Mar. 4-Surrey Bank and Trust presented a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce as a 2009 sponsor of the Virginia State Peach Festival. 3/5/09   Crooked Road Venues-Week of March 14-2009 The Crooked Road is pleased to share the following list of events taking place at The Crooked Road Venues, Partner locations and other sites throughout The Crooked Road region through the week of March 14th. 3/5/09   Lady Cougars will be on Fun Facts Radio This weekend If you are not able to make the trip to Salem on Saturday to cheer on our Lady Cougar Basketball team in their quarterfinal state tournament game against Lord Botetourt, you can still catch the action live on www.BetterThanRadio.us, by clicking our 'Event 3/5/09   RURAL TELEPHONE RATES COULD INCREASE Mar. 5-The Virginia State Corporation Commission has been asked by Embarq Corporation to reject a report that could force major increases in rural telephone rates. 3/4/09   Patrick Chamber Represented at Martinsville Trade Show Tom Bishop. Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber, will be on site at the Annual Trade Show in Martinsville representing Patrick County. The show is Tuesday and Wednesday, March 3 and 4, from 4:00pm-8:00pm 3/4/09   Specials at On The Run for March 4th at the Stuart Location today's: Lasagna, sweet potatoes & cherry cobbler. March Specials include Hot Dogs, Taquitos, Chips and all sizes fountain drinks 3/4/09   Verizon Wireless has joined the Patrick County Chamber Verizon Wireless of Roanoke, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/3/09   Patrick Co. Girls Basketball win Region Title Mar. 1-Patrick County High School girls basketball team won 41-39 over Graham Middle School to secure its first regional title since 1990. 3/3/09   Snow in Patrick County shuts downs Schools Martinsville and Patrick County schools announced Sunday that they would close today due to the weather. Henry County Schools already were scheduled to be closed today for a student-teacher holiday. 3/3/09   Lady Cougars Play in State Tournament-Salem Civic Center Mar 7 Game starts at 5:15pm at Salem Civic Center, Salem, VA. Patrick County High Lady Cougars Basketball team 3/3/09   Ribbon Cutting at Patrick Hospital-Stuart, VA on March 3 Mar. 3-Pioneer Health Services held a ribbon cutting at the Patrick County Hospital on March 3, 2009, within days of leasing the facility. Joe McNulty, Founder and CEO of Pioneer and Steve Fontaine, Director of regional hospital operations were on hand. 3/2/09   Snow ranges 4-7 Inches in Patrick County, VA Mar. 2-Overnight snow in Patrick County, VA resulted in a range of 4-7 inches. At 8:30am temperature is 20 degrees. Picture taken by Tom Bishop 3/2/09   George B Weidhass of United Elastic Corporation Passes Away Mr. George B. Weidhaas, age 89, of Stuart passed away Friday, February 27, 2009 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was born on December 19, 1919 in Easthampton, Massachusetts 3/2/09   7200 Without Power in Forsyth County, NC Mar. 2-More than 7,200 Duke Energy customers in Forsyth County were without power just after 8 a.m., the utility reported. Another 2,300 customers in Davie County were also without power. 3/2/09   Patrick County Chamber office closed March 2nd The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is closed for March 2, 2009 due to inclement weather. To reach the Executive Director, call 276-692-6174 Mobile 3/2/09   Fun Facts Radio will rebroadcast Lady Cougars Win On Tuesday, Mar. 3 at 7:15pm, www.betterthanradio.com will show the game from last Friday when the Lady Cougars beat Graham to win the Region IV, Division Championship 3/2/09   Open House and Reception of New Operators of Patrick Hospital-Mar 3 There will be an open house and reception with the new operators of the Patrick County Hospital at 2:00pm, March 3-2009 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. 3/1/09   Surry County, NC Tourism Industry $83 million in 2009 Feb. 27-The North Carolina Commerce Secretary, Keith Crisco reported that Surry County, NC tourism industry brought in $83 million dollars in year 2008. 3/1/09   Pioneer Health Services takes over Patrick County Hospital Mar. 1-Pioneer Health Services, a rural health care company with extensive experience in the Critical Access Hospital (CAH) industry took over operation of the Patrick County Hospital, in Stuart, VA on March 1. 3/1/09   Fast Track Trade Show Has 139 Exhibitors Mar. 1-Fast Track Trade Show in Martinsville has reported to have 139 Exhibitors on display for March 3 and 4, 2009. It will be held at the former VF/Bassett Walker factory on Walker Road. 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. 2/28/09   Celthix Band Plays for Patrick County Jamboree Feb. 28 Feb. 28-Celthix, a celtic band from Stuart, VA was on the headline of performers at the Saturday night jamboree put on by the Patrick County Music Association 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 2/27/09   Customer Service Workshop Considered Successful Feb. 24-A series of 3 Customer Service workshops are underway in Patrick County, VA. The first two sessions were led by Dr. Dale Henry from Greenville, TN 2/27/09   Gas Price Goes to $1.779 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Feb. 27-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.779 at On The Run Exxon Stuart, VA 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. 2/26/09   Pioneer Health Services leases Patrick County Hospital Pioneer Health Services of Magee, Mississsippi, has leased the Patrick County Hospital as of March 1, 2009 for a period of 5 years. They currently operate 2 Critical Access Hospitals in Mississippi 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 2/25/09   Coming Soon: An Artisan Center at The Landmark With the help of Community Volunteers there will be an Artisan Center at the Landmark very soon. It will be known as 'The Artzy Shop & Gallery'. Tentatively scheduled to open on April 4th. 2/23/09   Gas Price Goes to $1.739 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.739 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 2/23/09   Blue Ridge Parkway Directory and Travel Planner-60th Edition The 2009 Blue Ridge Parkway Directory and Travel Planner, 60th edition is now available at the Patrick County Chamber office and visitor Center at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA 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 2/21/09   Workforce Investment Board Expects Money from Stimulus Bill Friday, February 20, 2009-The West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board hopes to get funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to double its resources for training and employment services. 2/20/09   Congressman Rick Boucher Looking for site for Data Center Congressman Rick Boucher, From Abingdon, VA is looking for a site in Henry County & Martinsville for a Data Center. Several companies are working with him to find a suitable site. 2/20/09   Federal Stimulus Act contains $7.2 billion for Broadband Deployment The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act approved in the House contains funds construction of water and wastewater systems, deployment of broadband in rural communities, and money for the renovation and modernization of local schools. 2/19/09   Patricia Crissman Receives Spirit Award-Mt. Valley Hospice Patricia Crissman has received a "Spirit Award" from the Mt. Valley Hospice organization where she is an employee 2/19/09   Customer Service Workshops in Stuart, VA The next Customer Service Workshops in Patrick County will be on Feb. 24, 3-6pm and March 5, 9am-12noon in the PH Community College bldg. 212 Johnson St. Stuart, VA 2/19/09   Gas price goes to $1.77 at On The Run-Stuart, Va Unleaded gasoline price goes to $1.779 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 2/17/09   EMPLOYER'S BREAKFAST- Feb. 23-7AM-Hooker Bldg.-Stuart, VA EMPLOYER’S BREAKFAST YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN BUSINESS SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TEAM OF PATRICK COUNTY AT HOOKER BUILDING @ WOODLAND DR. STUART, VA ON FEBUARY 23, 2009 AT 7:00 A.M. 2/17/09   Tom Bishop Makes Pitch for Completion of U. S. Route 58 Feb. 5-Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has written Senator Mark Warner, Senator Jim Webb and Rep. Rick Boucher seeking funding for completion of U. S. Route 58 2/17/09   Rick Boucher to Chair Communications Technology & Internet Congressman Rick Boucher will chair the subcommittee on Communications, Technology and the Internet in the 111th Congress. Jan. 9, 2009 press release from his office 2/16/09   Chamber Newsletter-Jan 30-2009 Patrick County, VA Quarterly Newsletter, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce January 30, 2009, Volume 5, Number 1 The Official Publication of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Tom Bishop, Executive Director 2/15/09   Make Bid for Track and Athletic Field-Patrick County High School Feb. 9-Bids: New Track and Athletic Field. The Patrick County School Board is accepting competitive sealed bids to construct a new running track & athletic field and a new practice field at Patrick County High School, 215 Cougar Lane, Stuart, VA. 2/12/09   Ms. Shirley Keene Elected as President of JEB Stuart Preservation Trust Ms. Shirley Keene of Patrick Springs, VA has been elected to be President of the JEB Stuart Preservation Trust, Inc. She previously served as Vice President. 2/12/09   Mt. Valley Holds Ribbon Cutting for its first resident home Feb. 12-DOBSON—It might have taken a little longer than expected, but the doors of Surry County’s first resident hospice home finally opened Wednesday morning. 2/10/09   Carlton Biggs Wins Quilt at Jeb Stuart Birthday Celebration Mr. Carlton Biggs won the handmade quilt shown in this picture at the drawing at Jeb Stuart Birthday celebration at Just Plain Country Store in Stuart, VA on Feb. 7, 2009 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   Slate Mountain Ramblers Play for Jeb Stuart Birthday Celebration Pictured here are the Slate Mountain Ramblers of Ararat, VA on Feb. 7, 2009 at Just Plain County Store at the celebration of JEB Stuart's birthday celebration. 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   Late Evening Pastoral Scene in Floyd County, VA - Feb. 3 This is a picture taken on Rt. 8, Floyd County, VA late in the evening of February 3, 2009 as the sun was getting ready to set. 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 2/4/09   New Home Under Construction near Meadows of Dan, VA Pictured here is a new home currently under construction near Meadows of Dan, VA just off Willis Road. Picture taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Tom Bishop 2/4/09   Gov. Baliles Named Virginian of the Year-2008 Governor Gerald Baliles, native of Patrick County, Virginia was selected by the Virginia Press Association as Virginian of the Year for 2008. 2/3/09   True Life Travelers Performing at Star Theatre-Stuart The True Life Travelers will appear at the Historic Star Theatre and live on WHEO 1270 AM radio on Feb. 7, 2009, 11:00am-12 noon. Admission is $3.00 at the door 2/3/09   Tilley Discusses Grants to Fund Revitalization in Stuart, VA Feb. 2-2009-Martinsville Bulletin-A revitalizaion in Stuart aimed at attracting tourists also will help maintain jobs. Stuart Town Manager, Terry Tilley gives report on grants received from VDHCD. 2/3/09   Ribbon Cutting-Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home-Feb. 11 A ribbon cutting will be held at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC on Feb. 11, 11:00am. Open House festivities and tours. 8:00am-6:00pm 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. 2/2/09   Southside Business Tech Hires Deputy Director The Southside Business Technology Center (SBTC) is pleased to announce the recent hiring of Mr. Lascelles James as Deputy Director to be located in the center's Danville, VA office. 2/2/09   Advertising Opportunity with Crooked Road Music Trail Patrick County Chamber Membership are encouraged to consider advertising with the Crooked Road Music Trail 2009 brochure 2/2/09   Live Webcast-Region IV Wrestling Tournament Saturday, February 14, 2009 - Region IV Wrestling Tournament from Magna Vista High School-beginning at 10AM (Might possibly webcast Friday's preliminary matches) Mike Souma will be guest commentator along with Lemont Bryant 2/1/09   Home Destroyed in Claudville, VA Tony and Amanda Brooks home on Pinecrest Lane, near Claudville, VA was completely destroyed by fire in the early morning hours of Jan. 30, 2009. 1/30/09   Unemployment in Patrick County reaches 10.2% in December Jan. 30-Unemployment in Patrick County, VA went up to 10.2% in December 2008 with 958 people unemployed. This compares to November when they had 8.1% unemployed with 759 out of work. 1/29/09   VA Transformer Corp. Hiring up to 40 people Virginia Transformer Corp. based in Roanoke, VA is in the process of hiring 20 people from Patrick County. 1/28/09   Tom Bishop Reports on Business Progress for 2008-Patrick Co., VA Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce gave an update on the status of the Chamber and business conditions in Patrick County, VA for 2008 at the Annual Banquet 1/28/09   Verizon Wireless acquires Alltel Wireless-$28 billion value Verizon Wireless acquired Alltel Wireless in a deal which is valued at over $28 billion. This allowed Verizon to become the largest wireless carrier with almost 84 million customers. 1/28/09   Richard Rogers of WHEO reports on Chamber Banquet Despite these tough economic times, it is a comfort that the Patrick County business community is blessed with positive leadership that is being provided by the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 1/28/09   Carol Beasley Speaks at Chamber Banquet Jan 23 The following is the text of Ms. Carol Beasley's speech at the Friday night Chamber banquet, Jan 23, 2009. She is the new President of the Chamber Board of Directors. She and her husband Tom, own the Historic Star Theatre 1/27/09   FCC Representative Comes to Patrick County, VA Delores C. Browder from the Federal Communications Commission in Washington, DC, came to the Patrick County Music Association Concert on Saturday Jan. 24, to share news about the digital TV conversion 1/27/09   Are You Prepared for Digital TV Conversion? What you need to know about Digital TV Conversion. What is it? Why are broadcast stations switching to digital? Learn about the digital-to-analog conversion box. 1/26/09   Tom Bishop Provides Tourism Info at the Jamboree Jan. 24 Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce provided tourism information at the Patrick County Music Association Jamboree in Stuart, VA on January 24, 2009 1/26/09   Carol Beasley of the Star Theatre become Chamber President for 2009 Ms. Carol Beasley of the Historic Star Theatre and the Depot Emporium in downtown Stuart, VA was elected as the 2008 President of the Chamber Board of Directors in Patrick County. 1/26/09   Michael Ray Fain-Stuart, VA has released a CD-Traditional Country Michael Ray Fain, of Stuart has released a CD, Rye Cove. All 12 songs on the project are written by Mike. Rye Cove is a traditional country music lovers treasure. 1/26/09   Snyder Family Sings at Patrick County Music Jamboree-Jan 24 The Snyder Family performed at the Jan. 24th Patrick County Music Association Jamboree in Stuart, VA 1/25/09   Chamber Banquet has packed house at Rotary On Jan. 23 As pictured the house was packed for the popular Patrick County Chamber banquet held at the John D. Hooker Memorial Building in Stuart, VA 1/25/09   Dr. Randy Marshall of Dallas, TX speaks at Chamber Banquet Dr. Randy Marshall, noted author and motivational speaker from Dallas, TX spoke at the Patrick County Chamber Banquet on Jan. 23, 2008 in Stuart, Va. 1/24/09   Patrick County Sunset Jan 22-2009 This picture was taken on January 22, 2009 on Handy Mountain Road in Patrick County, VA near the town of Stuart. Taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 1/23/09   NC Unemlployment Hits 8.7% in December NC Unemployment hit 8.7% in December, 2008 as compared to 7.8% in November. October's rate was 7.1%. Comparing to 2007 in Decmeber it was 4.7% 1/22/09   FCC Representative Coming to Stuart, VA Jan 22-23-2009 The Chamber of Commerce will introduce many folks in Stuart, VA to a representative from the FCC that is sharing information about the Conversion to Digital TV, scheduled for Feb. 17-2009 1/21/09   Country Boys performing at Patrick Music Association-Jan 24th The well known local bluegrass band The Country Boys will perform at the Patrick County Music Association (PMCA) at their monthly, free Jamboree on Saturday, January 24th at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA, doors open at 3:30 PM. 1/20/09   BUSINESS WRITING COURSE-OFFERED AT THE HOMESTEAD Feb. 3, 10, 17 & 24. Cost $80. To register call 276-694-7181. Time 6pm-9pm. Tuesday evenings in February 1/19/09   Mabry Mill Iced Over-Jan. 16-2009 This picture was taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on January 16, 2009. Temperatures were around zero, on Friday and Saturday mornings. 1/19/09   Wall Of Ice- Blue Ridge Parkway-Jan. 16-2009 This picture was taken on January 16, 2009 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Mile Post 176 by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 1/18/09   Birthday Celebration-for Gen. J. E. B. Stuart-Feb. 7-2009 At Just Plain County Antique and Crafter's Mall, Stuart, VA. 10:00am-2:00pm. Music by Slate Mt. Ramblers. 1/18/09   Ice Creek in Patrick County, Virginia Jan. 17-2009 This picture was taken on Browns Dan creek near Claudville, VA on the evening of January 17, 2009 by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 1/17/09   Operator of Patrick County Hospital sued for $1 million in damages Jan. 15-2009-As reported by Associated Press and Richmond Times Dispatch. STUART -- A lawsuit against the former operator of a Patrick County hospital seeks $1 million in damages, including wages owed to more than 85 employees. 1/17/09   Audio of Attorney John Fishwick-Fun Facts Radio-Patrick Lawsuit Fun Facts Radio, a 24 hour Internet radio station in Stuart, VA has recorded an audio of the details of the lawsuit against Patrick County Hospital by the Attorney John Fishwick. Reference this link. 1/16/09   WDBJ Channel 7 does news story on Lawsuit against Patrick Co. Hospital January 15-2009-Group of employees of the Patrick County Hospital sue the owners for unpaid wages. News story is done by WDBJ Channel 7 in Roanoke, VA, from Stuart, VA on Jan. 14. 1/16/09   Lawyer's Weekly Reports 85 employees of Patrick Co. Hospital sue Lawyer's Weekly, dated Jan. 15, 2009 reported that 85 emplolyees of Patrick County Hospital, Stuart, VA have sued former hospital operater over unpaid wages. 1/16/09   News 8 Richmond-Petersburg Reports lawsuit against Patrick County Hosp. WRIC-TV 8 See this link: http://www.wric.com/Global/story.asp?S=9677791 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 1/15/09   Gas price goes to $1.739 at On The Run-Stuart, VA January 15-2009-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.739 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA 1/15/09   ABC 13, WSET, News-Lynchburg, VA reports on lawsuit at Patrick Hospital Jan. 14, 2009-ABC 13 News, WSET-TV, Lynchburg, VA has reported on the lawsuit against the owners of Patrick County Hospital. 1/15/09   VFW Post Honors Patrick County Women Blue Ridge Elementary School teacher Sandra Clement and Patrick County Sheriff's Office Lieutenant Betsy Layman were given the awards of "Teacher of the Year" and "Law Enforcement Officer of the Year" respectfully by VFW Post 8467. 1/14/09   Workforce Development Courses Available at PH Community College Patrick Henry Community College’s Department of Continuing Education and Workforce Development invites you to check out the exciting variety of classes offered this Spring. 1/12/09   Corner House Bed and Golf joins the Patrick County Chamber Corner House "Bed and Golf" has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. This is a 4 bed/ 4 bath home with all modern amenities for family or a group of friends. Excellent lodging for those wanting a country get-a-way. 1/12/09   Cell Phone Tower In Service-Stuart, VA Jan. 12 - The new Verizon cell phone tower near Stuart, VA is now in service. It is visible near the PH Community College as you look toward Rucker Mountain. 1/8/09   Unemployment in Patrick County goes up to 8.2% Unemployment in Patrick County, VA went up to 8.2% in November, 2008. Henry County, VA went to 9.6%. City of Martinsville went to 14.9% 1/8/09   Public Notice-Equalization Board Meeting Schedule Hearings will be conducted beginning Feb. 4, 2009 to consider requests from individuals desiring to contest their 2009 real estate assessment. 1/7/09   Congressman Perriello named to Transportation Committee Newly elected Congressman Tom Perriello was named to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on Tuesday, an appointment he called a hugh victory. 1/6/09   Gasoline Price goes to $1.679 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Jan. 6-Unleaded gasoline price went up to $1.679 at On The Run, Stuart, VA 1/6/09   Annual Chamber Membership Banquet Set for January 23-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has announced the membership banquet for January 23, 2009 at 6:30pm at John D. Hooker building, Rotary Field in Stuart. VA 1/6/09   Infinity Acres Joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Jan. 6-Infinity Acres, LLC of Ridgeway, VA has just joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. They are located on Joppa Road, Ridgeway, VA. Web page is www.infinityacres.org. 1/6/09   Sock Hop At The Malt Shoppe-At The Homestead-Feb 6th CRITZ, VA (January 6, 2009)—Grab your saddle oxfords and poodle skirt and head out to the Reynolds Homestead for the Patrick County Extension Office’s “Sock Hop at the Malt Shoppe” Fundraiser on Friday, February 6 at 6:00 p.m. 1/6/09   Fun Facts Radio broadcasting live-PCHS-Jan. 7-2009 TONIGHT-LIVE FROM THE PCHS COUGAR DEN...It is Senior Night as our Cougar Grapplers take on the Tunstall Trojans and the Bassett Bengals. 1/6/09   Debra Buchanan has been elected to the Chairman of Henry Co. Board Debra Buchanan of the Horsepasture District has been elected to the Chairman of the Henry County, VA Board of Supervisors. 1/6/09   Horticulturalist Position Open at Primland-Meadows of Dan Horticulturalist position is open at "The Highland Course" at Primland Resort, near Meadows of Dan, VA. Send resumes to 276-222-3816 (fax) 1/6/09   Step, Inc. Accepting Bids for 7200 sq. ft. Bldg.-Stuart, VA Step, Inc. Board of Directors, Mr. Jon Morris, Executive Director, 200 Dent Street, Rocky Mt., VA 24151 1/5/09   Clyde Crissman Profiled in the Sunday Martinsville Bulletin Mr. Clyde Crissman Director of the Patrick County Parks and Recreation was profiled in the Sunday paper of the Martinsville Bulletin on January 4, 2009 1/5/09   Patrick County Schools Announces Vacancies For 2008-2009 School year. FT Teacher Assistant, Algebra Readines, Ft Teacher Assistant, Special Education, 2 PT Teacher Assistants, 3.5 hr. daily 1/4/09   Economic Stimulus could include U. S. Route 58-Cong. Perriello “Shovel-ready” infrastructure projects, such as the completion of improvements to U.S. 58, are the types that should be included in President-elect Barack Obama administration’s economic stimulus package, according to incoming U.S. 5th District Rep. 1/3/09   Carol Beasley Named President of Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Carol Beasley of the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA has been named the 2009 President of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 1/3/09   Primland Resort Advertises Job Openings Primland's beautiful new Lodge at Primland is scheduled to open in late spring 2009. This luxurious new facility will feature 26 suites, a state-of-the-art spa, a golf shop, dining room, recreation room and a ballroom for events and meetings. 1/2/09   Gas Price Goes up to $1.579 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Jan. 2-Unleaded gasoline price went up to $1.579 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA. 12/8/08   Welcome to Community Day at The Landmark Center Every Thursday 1-4pm or just drop by at your convenience, 'Where new friends and long-time friends gather for fun and a host of other activities that will interest almost everyone." 12/2/08   Santa Clause is coming to Stuart with Fun Facts Radio Broadcasting Live Coverage get your picture taken with Santa at 103 Stonewall Court from Noon till 1pm. Parade begins around 1:45 and Fun Facts Radio will broadcast live coverage and bring up the end of the Christmas Parade. 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   Christmas Window Decoration Contest/Stuart All Town of Stuart Businesses are Encouraged to Participate. A PRIZE OF $100.00 IS GIVEN TO THE BEST 'N' SHOW 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   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. 11/20/08   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. 11/18/08   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. 11/17/08   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   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. 11/16/08   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 11/14/08   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   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   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   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. 11/10/08   With Paid Home Inspection-$50 Gift Card From HomeChek Pros and Properties, 118 Ficklen Ave., Danville, VA 24540, Telephone 434-728-1841. A member of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 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 10/15/08   Brunswick Stew Fund Raiser at Horizons in Stuart Come and support Patrick County Horizons Friday, October 24th from 10am till 2pm. Eat lunch with us or take a quart home to enjoy. call 694-5031 if you have any questions or need directions. 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. 10/8/08   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   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   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 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 9/24/08   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 9/10/08   Cougars Football Live Broadcast-Fun Facts Radio Cougar Football LIVE 09/12/08 from John D. Hooker Field. The Fun Facts Radio Crew will again be the Pre-Game Entertainment with Football Trivia and T-Shirt Giveaways! Begins at 6:15, Kickoff is at 7pm 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. 9/4/08   Grant Writing Course announced starting Sept. 22 A grant writing course is offered by the Patrick Henry Community College at the Stuart Site, starting Sept. 22, 6-8pm. Last 12 weeks. 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 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) 8/28/08   Gas Price goes to $3.659 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.659 at Exxon On The Run in Stuart, VA on August 28, 2008 8/21/08   Chamber After Hours-Today-Aug 21-DeHart Park-Stuart,VA DeHart Park and Patrick Henry Community College will host a Business After Hours for Chamber membership at the Swimming Pool on Thursday, Aug. 21, 6:00-8:00pm. RSVP at 276-694-6012-"Pool Party" 8/21/08   Wellness Secrets for Diabetes Relief-Aug. 21 at Stuart United Methodist At 6:30pm to 8:00pm at the Stuart United Methodist Church on Blue Ridge Street, Stuart, VA 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. 8/19/08   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. 8/17/08   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 8/15/08   Blue Ridge Propane Celebrates 1 year of service-Stuart, VA Blue Ridge Propane, located on Main Street, Stuart, VA is celebrating one year of being in business today with an Open House from 10:00am-2:00pm, August 15, 2008 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   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. 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   Support Group for Cancer Survivors, Patients, and Caregivers The American Cancer Society is sponsoring the support group and this will be on Tuesday, August 5th at 7pm at High Point Baptist Church. The Church is located at 2381 Big A School Road in Stuart. 7/29/08   Gov. Kaine Announces AmeriPumps, LLC coming to Carroll County, VA RICHMOND - Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that AmeriPumps, LLC, a manufacturer of portable water pumps used in the construction and mining industries, hurricane recovery and aboard ships and boats, will invest $4.6 million 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 7/22/08   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   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   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 7/9/08   Daylilies For Sale at Moss Creek Farm-Rt. 8-Stuart, VA Moss Creek Daylily Farm is open Saturdays, 8:00am-5:00pm. And at other times by appointment 7/9/08   Gas Price goes to $3.899 at On The Run-Stuart, Va Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.899 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA on July 9, 2008 7/1/08   Patrick County, VA School Board Meets on July 10 The Patrick County School Board will meet at 9:00am on July 10, 2008 at the Board Office at 104 Rucker Street, Stuart, VA 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 6/23/08   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 6/21/08   Moss Creek Daylily Farm Opens The farm opens on Saturdays 8:00am till 5:00pm and other times by appointment. Come and enjoy the large varieties of daylilies that Tammy has cultivated. The farm is located at 767 Salem Hwy in Stuart. 6/21/08   Cookin' For A Cause-Stuart, VA At Clark Gas & Oil. Thursday, June 26th, 11:00am-3:00pm. Great Food. Give to a worthy cause. Grab bags. Auction. Raffle. Food by Cattlemen's Assoc, Lowes Foods. 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   Step, Inc. received $15,000 grant-Stuart, VA Support to Eliminate Poverty (STEP), Inc. has received a $15,000 grant for its new Patrick County facility from Charles A. Frueauff Foundation, located in Little Rock, Arkansas. 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. 6/9/08   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. 6/9/08   Spencer Penn Centre has vacancies in the Martinsville Henry County After Three Summer Camp. Running from July 7th through August 8th for middle school age children, the Camp will offer swimming, arts and crafts, dance, fishing, athletics, will visit the Virginia Museum of Natural History for studies . 6/9/08   FREE Tickets to Beach Music Festival-Patrick County Chamber Members Patrick County Chamber of Commerce members can received a free entrance to the Friday night Beach Festival, June 13, starting at 5:00pm. First Come First Served. Only 100 tickets available. 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". 5/27/08   Gov. Mark Warner Visits Patrick County Courthouse Former Governor Mark Warner visited the Patrick County Courthouse and Jail on May 21, 2008 as a part of his visits to small communities in his bid for the U. S. Senate seat 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   Learn More about Round The Mountain Artisans Network To learn more about the Round the Mountain Artisans Network in Southwestern Virginia attend one of the meetings listed here: 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. 5/21/08   Town of Stuart Approves Tax Increases The Town of Stuart approved tax increases on Wednesday, May 21, 2008. They include Meals Tax, Cigarette Tax and increase in business professional, and occupational tax. 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 5/20/08   Gas Price goes to $3.759 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.759 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA on May 21, 2008 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 5/13/08   National College in Martinsville Has Ribbon Cutting-May 13 Natinal College at the Martinsville Campus celebrated a re-opening and ribbon cutting on Tuesday, May 13, 2008 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   J. E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust offers reward of $500 The J. E. B. Stuart Birthplace Preservation Trust is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the individual or individuals responsible for the recent 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 5/9/08   Gas Price goes to $3.639 at On The Run, Stuart, VA 5/8/08   Halls Plants and Produce of Ararat, VA, Joins the Patrick County Chamber Halls Plants and Produce of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Go there to get your spring flowers, trees and shrubs. 5/8/08   Doe Run Farms of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick Chamber Doe Run Farms of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. In the fall they run a corn maze. They grow fresh local grown vegetables. 5/7/08   Wendy's is Opening on May 14-Stuart, VA Wendy's has announced the opening to the public on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 in Stuart, VA, 6:00am. Wendy's will be offering breakfast. 5/6/08   Seminar: Identity Theft In The Workplace-May 8-Stuart, VA A Group Security and Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist will discuss: What identity theft is in reality 5/6/08   Gas price goes to $3.559 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.559 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 5/4/08   William P. Scudder, Jr. selected as Patrick County Administrator William P. ("Jay") Scudder, Jr. was selected as the new Patrick County Administrator at annual salary of $77,500. 5/2/08   Town of Stuart- Originally named Taylorsville 1792 The name of Stuart was changed for General J. E. B. Stuart, C. S. A., who was born at Laurel Hill, near Ararat,VA in Patrick County. 5/2/08   Patrick Co. Schools Received Recognition from VA Board of Education Schools and School Divisions Recognized for Raising Achievement of Economically Disadvantaged Students Thirteen public school divisions and 118 schools are being honored by the Virginia Board of Education for raising the academic achievement of economic 5/2/08   Bassett Funeral Home Promotes Eric Hunt Eric W. Hunt has been promoted to Operations Manager of Bassett Funeral Service, in charge of the daily operations of the funeral home. 5/1/08   Patrick County Courthouse-Stuart, VA Built in 1859, this classic antebellum courthouse presides over the economic hub of Patrick County, the county seat of Stuart. 5/1/08   Patrick County Unemployment Rate goes to 5.9% in March 2008 Patrick County unemployment rate went to 5.9% in March 2008, which means 544 jobless workers. The rate was 5.8% in February, 2008 or 525 workers. 4/29/08   PRESS RELEASE-Day of Remembrance-Food Bank Support During the March 13, 2008 meeting, the Patrick County School Board adopted a resolution recognizing that April 16th be designated as a Day of Remembrance for the victims of the tragedy at Virginia Tech. 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. 4/27/08   Patrick County Chamber Events Listed for 2008 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has listed some of their calendar items for this year (2008) 4/26/08   Highland Games-At Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA-April 26-2008 1st Annual Highland Games and Festival was held at Laurel Hill, birthplace of Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, Ararat, VA. on April 26, 2008 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 4/24/08   Gap Analysis-Blue Ridge Heritage, Inc-News Release Blue Ridge Heritage, Inc, the legally functioning arm of the Rocky Knob Advisory Group, has contracted with a team of tourism professionals from Virginia Tech and Clemson Universities to assess and define the traveling public’s interest in a mountain he 4/23/08   Ribbon Cutting-1st Choice Mortgage-Stuart, VA An Open House and Ribbon Cutting was conducted at 1st Choice Mortgage on Main Street, Stuart, VA on April 23, 2008 4/23/08   Boucher Awards Grant for Jack's Creek Covered Bridge-Woolwine Congressman Rick Boucher announced the awarding of federal funds in the amount of $220,000 for renovate the Woolwine Covered Bridge called Jack's Creek on April 22, 2008 4/23/08   R. J. R. Patrick Mem. Hospital to go non-profit-Stuart, VA The Enterprise dated April 23, 2008 reported that the R. J. Reynolds Patrick County Memorial Hospital is in the process of making the transition to non-profit status from profit status. 4/23/08   Caring Hearts Free Clinic gets Anthem Grant-Patrick County, VA The Caring Hearts Free Clinic of Patrick County has been awarded a $15,000 grant from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield in Virginia to assist with 4/22/08   Congressman Boucher-News Alert! - Jack's Creek Covered Bridge U.S. Representative Rick Boucher visited Woolwine to announce a significant provision of federal funding in the amount of $220,000 which will enable the restoration of an important tourism asset in Patrick County. Announcement was on April 22, 2008 4/21/08   Patrick County Tourism People Greet Visitors at I-77 Welcome Center On Thursday, April 17, 2008, a group of Patrick County tourism professionals traveled to the I-77 Virginia Welcome Center at Lambsburg to promote their businesses and Patrick County. 4/20/08   Retirees Boost Patrick County Housing Market Patrick County is continuing to attract vacationers and retirees looking for good views of the mountains, acording to officials with local real estate firms. 4/20/08   Blue Heritage, Inc. News Release Blue Ridge Heritage, Inc, the legally functioning arm of the Rocky Knob Advisory Group, has contracted with a team of tourism professionals from Virginia Tech and Clemson Universities to assess and define the traveling public’s interest in a mountain he 4/18/08   Gas price goes to $3.459 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.459 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA on April 18, 2008 (AM) 4/17/08   Mabry Mill Opens for the season on April 26, 2008-Blue Ridge Parkway The Mabry Mill restaurant and gift shop will open for the season on April 26, 2008 at 8:00am 4/16/08   Gas Price goes to $3.359 per gallon at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.359 per gallon at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 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. 4/14/08   Wendy's Nearing Completion in Stuart, VA The new Wendy's store in Stuart, VA near the Wal-Mart Center is nearing completion. This picture was taken on the morning of April 14, 2008 4/13/08   Gas Price goes to $3.279 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $3.279 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 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   Focus Meeting for Non-Profit Organizations-Apr. 8-6:30pm-Stuart, VA PHCC is hosting a focus meeting for non-profit organizations in the Patrick County area on April 8th at 6:30 p.m. at the Stuart site of PHCC. 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 4/4/08   Ambulance Service from RJR Patrick County Hospital to Cease R.J. Reynolds Patrick Community Hospital will stop providing ambulance service April 11, will not always have a physician immediately available in the emergency department and will make other changes in an effort to return the hospital to a “profitable, 4/3/08   Surrey Bank Ready For Opening-Stuart, VA The construction of the new Surrey Bank and Trust office in Stuart, VA on Woodland Drive, is complete. Opening day is planned for March 31, with a Ribbon Cutting on April 4, 2008, 11:00am 4/3/08   Caring Hearts Free Clinic Open Tues. April 8th open each Tuesday and Friday for scheduled appointments and walk-ins. call 694-3410 to schedule an appointment. 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. 3/29/08   Spencer-Penn School Receives Outstanding Service Award The Spencer-Penn School Preservation Organization on Thursday was presented the “Outstanding Service in Community Preservation Award” by APVA Preservation Virginia. 3/26/08   Mountain Rose Inn has Housekeeping Position Available An upscale Bed & Breakfast is seeking a hardworking, responsible and detailed individual to begin housekeeping position immediately. 8-10 hrs per week/starting at $8.00 per hour. 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   Gospel Light Trio will sing at Mt. View Church-Claudville-March 30 The Gospel Light Trio will sing at the Mt. View Pentecostal Holiness Church on Hatcher's Chapel Road, Claudville, VA on March 30, 2008 at 6:00pm. The Public is invited. 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 3/21/08   School Board Meeting-Patrick County, VA-March 26th The Patrick County Public School Board meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 at the School Board Office at 104 Rucker Street, Stuart, VA 3/20/08   New Automotive Repair Center Opening in Stuart, June 2nd Dobyns Mountain Performance center will open on June 2, 2008, located on Dobyns Road, Stuart, VA 24171 3/20/08   Listening Tour-Small Bus. Development Center-Martinsville & Rocky Mt. Longwood Small Business Development Center in Martinsville, VA seeks your input from the small business community regardings the needs, wants, challenges and frustrations facing small businesses today. 3/18/08   Gov. Tim Kaine will Be Appearing in Martinsville on March 26 Governor Tim Kaine will speak at a Town Hall meeting in Martinsville, VA, March 26, 2008, at 5:00pm-6:30pm, at the Martinsville High School Library 3/16/08   Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) Summer Internship Program IALR is pleased to announce the 2008 program will place approximately 30 college students with employers who will provide meaningful on-the-job training and real world leadership development. 3/13/08   Thompson House Bed and Breakfast joins Patrick Chamber Thompson House Bed and Breakfast of Mt. Airy, NC has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 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 3/8/08   Visitor Info Center Open 7 Days a week-Stuart, VA The Visitor Information Center is open 7 days a week in Stuart, VA on Blue Ridge Avenue, near Sun Trust Bank and the Patrick County Library. 3/7/08   Primland Installs New Entrance Sign Primland Resort has installed a new entrance sign on U. S. Route 58, near Vesta, VA. It is located on the highway at Busted Rock Road. 3/7/08   Fast Track 2008 Exhibitors included the Patrick County Organizations At the Martinsville, VA annual Trade show, Patrick County was represented by Jeb Stuart Preservation Trust, Patrick County Music Association and the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 3/6/08   VA Museum of Nat. History-Hosts Archeological Tech. Certif. Program MARTINSVILLE, Va. (March 7, 2008) – The Virginia Museum of Natural History will serve as a host site for the Archeological Technician Certification Program, a formal training program conducted by the Archeological Society of Virginia that provides exten 3/6/08   Tom Bishop Represents Patrick Co. at Martinsville Trade Show Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce represented the County at the Fast Track 2008, in Martinsville, VA on March 4 and 5, 2008 3/5/08   Five Star Mountain Realty Ribbon Cutting-Stuart VA Five Star Mountain Realty just recently opened new offices at 102 West Blue Ridge Street, Stuart. This is one of our newest businesses in Patrick County. 3/5/08   Nelson Auto Dealership wins Best of Show at Fast Track 2008 Nelson Automotive Family Dealership won the Best in Show Wednesday for its booth at Fast Track 2008 Trade Show. The booth featured photographs of people with cars throughout the years. 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 3/4/08   Fast Track 2008 - Largest Show Ever!-Martinsville, VA FAST TRACK 2008 exhibitor spaces are sold out. This is a premier business trade show scheduled for March 4 and 5, 2008. March 4 is for exhibitors only. March 5 is for the general public. 3/3/08   Embarq Expands Availability of DSL in Patrick County, VA STUART, VA., Jan. 22, 2007 — EMBARQ today announced that High Speed Internet is available in 10 Stuart-area sites included in a public-private broadband partnership between EMBARQ and the Mid-Atlantic Broadband Cooperative (MBC). 3/3/08   Progress Made on Construction of Wendy's in Stuart, VA Construction is well underway for the new Wendy's in Stuart, VA near the Wal-Mart Center on U. S. Route 58, J. E. B. Stuart Highway, just East of the Town of Stuart 3/2/08   Gas Price goes to $3.139 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.139 at On The Run Exxon, 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. 2/25/08   County purchases option on land for new Jail-Courthouse Patrick County Board of Supervisors voted to purchase land from EMI Imaging on Commerce Street for the new County Courthouse and Jail at their meeting on Feb. 25, 2008 2/20/08   Federal Income Tax Rebate Eligibility-Congressman Boucher Today's Martinsville Bulletin gives report from Congressman Rick Bourcher on the eligibility for the tax rebate. Date: Feb. 20, 2008. 2/20/08   Gas Price goes to $3.099 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $3.099 at Exxon's On The Run in Stuart, VA. 2/19/08   Beef Recall Does Not Effect Patrick County VA Schools The recent beef recall does not effect the food service program of Patrick County Public Schools, said Dr. Roger N. Morris, Division Superintendent today. Date: Feb. 19, 2008 2/19/08   Historical Symposium at Bassett Historical Center-March 1st March 1, 2008, 9:30am-5:00pm. Speakers include: Dr. R. P. Stephen Davis, Jr., Tom Perry, Henry Wiencek, and Larry Hopkins. Tickets $25 advance and $30 at the door 2/18/08   Ronnie Stoneman Appears At the Patrick County Music Assoc.-Stuart Saturday, February 23, 2008, at Rotary Field, Woodland Drive, Stuart, VA. Ronnie Stoneman was a star from TV show, Hee Haw 2/17/08   Vera Bradley Bingo at Blue Ridge Elementary-Feb. 22-Ararat, VA Bingo starts at 7pm, Doors open at 6pm. Blue Ridge Elementary School Gym, 5135 Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA 24053. 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   Faith For The Miracle-Helping Sick Children Faith For The Miracle is a non-profit ministry started in Patrick County, Virginia to help children who have cancer and rare diseases. 2/12/08   Gas goes to $2.899 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.899 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 2/12/08   Just Plain Country Celebrates J. E. B. Stuart's Birthday On February 9, 2008, the J. E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust and Just Plain Country Store celebrated Gen. Stuart's 175th birthday 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 2/12/08   Gas price goes to $2.999 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.999 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 2/11/08   Celebration of J. E. B. Stuart's Birthday-At Stuart, VA On February 9, 2008, the J. E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust and Just Plain Country Store celebrated Gen. Stuart's 175th birthday 2/11/08   Birthday cake share with those celebrating Gen. J. E. B. Stuart's B-Day Pictured is a birthday cake which was shared by all at the 175th Birthday Celebration in memory of General J. E. B. Stuart. General Stuart was born on Feb. 6, 1833 in Ararat, VA 2/11/08   Patrick Chamber Office Closed Feb. 18-2008 The Patrick County Chamber office will be closed on Feb. 18, 2008, for President's Day. 2/6/08   Town of Stuart Receives grant for $949,917 for Revitalization-Uptown Stuart The office of Governor Tim Kaine has informed the Town of Stuart that they have received a Competitive Grant for 2007 VCDBG funding. The amount is $949,917 in support of the Uptown Stuart Revitalization Project. 2/6/08   Employment and Local Business Notice-Stuart, VA The Town of Stuart is preparing to carry out the Economic Development Business District Revitalization Project for Uptown Stuart 2/6/08   Patrick County Unemployment was 4.9% in Dec. 2007 Patrick County unemployment rose from 4.5% to 4.9% in December, 2007. 2/6/08   Perry Manufacturing Laying Off 149 Workers Perry Manufacturing of Mt. Airy, NC has been announced on Feb. 6, 2008. At one time Perry employed 4000 people. 2/4/08   Craig Teller Working on Patrick County Future Interim Patrick County Administrator Craig Teller is working on the basics that will form a foundation for the county’s future. From a story in the Martinsville Bulletin on Feb. 4. 2/4/08   One Person Killed in Plane Crash in Elkin, NC Another person was killed in a separate plane crash in Elkin, NC on February 3, 2007. Just 2 days after 6 people being killed at the Mt. Airy, NC airport. Both crashes were in Surry County, NC. 2/4/08   FREE Spaghetti Supper-Red Bank Ruritan Club-Feb. 9, 6PM The Red Bank Ruritan Club of Claudville, VA announces a FREE Spaghetti Supper on Saturday, February 9, 2008, 6:00-8:00PM. 2/4/08   Caring Hearts Banquet and Auction-Star Theatre-Feb. 9-Stuart,VA The Caring Hearts Free Clinic will have their annual banquet and Auction on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008 at the Star Theatre at 6:00pm 2/4/08   Open House Collins Chiropractic Clinic-Feb 8 & 9-Stuart Collins Chiropractic Clinic will hold an open house at 835 Woodland Drive, Suite 104, Stuart, VA 2/3/08   Gas Price goes to $2.859 at On The Run - Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.859 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA on Feb. 4, 2008 2/2/08   Six Die in Mt. Airy, NC Plane Crash-Going to Primland Resort MT. AIRY, N.C. A twin-engine plane has crashed in northwest North Carolina, and federal officials are investigating unconfirmed reports that all six people on board were killed. Feb. 1, 2008 2/1/08   Toxic Spill At Brintle's Travel Plaza-Mt. Airy, NC SURRY COUNTY, N.C. Hazmat crews brought in from Charlotte spent most of the night Thursday cleaning up a toxic spill at Brintles Travel Plaza off Highway 89 in Surry County. 1/31/08   Gas price goes to $2.899 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.899 today at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA---date 1/31/08 1/31/08   Patrick County Population is now at 19424 According to the Weldon Cooper Center at the University of Virginia Patrick County, VA gained 17 in population from 2000 when it was 19407 1/30/08   Linda Lawrence Dalton Elected to VA Chamber of Commerce Board Linda Lawrence Dalton has been elected to the Virginia Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, serving a term running from 2008-2011. She represents Lawrence Distributing Company. 1/30/08   PRIMLAND Says Thanks! I would like to say thank you to all of our past & present customers and to all of you that have inquired about Primland over the years. Chastidy Heath, Primland Sales and Reservation. 1/24/08   FOOD BANK OF PATRICK COUNTY IN GREAT NEED! The Patrick County Food Bank needs your support!. See the letter from Mrs. Becky Kipreos, detailing the need. Please respond as you can. 1/21/08   TRAVEL GUIDES for 2008 Available The Virginia Travel Guide for 2008 are now available at our Patrick County Visitor Centers. 1/20/08   Wendy's Holds Groundbreaking for new store-Stuart,VA on Jan 16 Wendy's Old Fashioned Hamburgers are coming to Stuart, Virginia in Patrick County. A ground breaking ceremony was held on January 16, 2008 1/18/08   Pasta Dinner by Horizons of Patrick Co. - Jan 26, 4-6PM A Pasta Dinner will be offered on Jan. 26, 2008, 4-6PM, at the Providence United Methodist Church, corner of Providence Rd. and Spring Rd, Patrick Springs, VA 1/17/08   Patrick County Has Snow - Jan 17, 2008 On January 17, 2008, we woke up to snow in Patrick County, Virginia. Temperature is approx. 30 degrees at 9:30am. We received a good covering estimated about 1 inch. 1/17/08   Gas price goes to $2.879 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.879 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA on Jan. 17, 2008 1/12/08   Floyd Fest 7 Announces 2008 Program Floyd Fest, a music festival held July 24-27, features many bands, a family atmosphere, music workshops, and family reunions. 1/11/08   New Chamber Directors Announced at Banquet Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce announced the Directors for 2008 at the Chamber Annual banquet on January 4, 2008. 1/10/08   Unemployment Rate goes to 4.5% in Patrick County, Virginia The unemployment rate was 4.5% for November, 2007 in Patrick County, Virginia, as reported by Bill Mezger, Chief Economist with the VEC's Economic Information Services Division in Martinsville. 1/10/08   Stuart Elementary Earns Governor's Award of Excellence Stuart Elementary in Patrick County, Virginia is one of 89 schools in Virginia to earn the Governor's Award of Educational Excellence. 1/10/08   Gas price goes to $2.939 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.939 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 1/9/08   Sheriff Dan Smith is New Sheriff of Patrick County, VA Mr. Danny "Dan" Smith was elected as Sheriff of Patrick County, Virginia in November 2007. He began his term as Sheriff on January 1, 2008 1/8/08   Gov Kaine Announces 150 new jobs in Henry County RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that RTI International Metals, Inc. (NYSE:RTI) a leading U.S. producer of titanium mill products and fabricated metal components 1/8/08   New Garage Under Construction in Stuart, VA A new auto repair garage is under construction on Dobyns Road, Stuart, VA. Owner is James Handy. 1/8/08   Gas Price goes to $2.999 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA went to $2.999 on January 8, 2008 1/7/08   Congressman Rick Boucher is Keynote speaker for Chamber Banquet Congressman Rick Boucher, D-Abington, VA was the keynote speaker for the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce at their annual banquet on January 4, 2008 1/7/08   Tom Bishop reports on the progress of the Patrick County Chamber At the Annual Chamber Banquet, January 4, 2008, Tom Bishop reported on the progress for the year 2007. 1/7/08   Vicki Hutchens-Bennett Addresses the Chamber Banquet Vicki Hutchens-Bennett, the new President of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce addressed the membership Banquet on Friday, January 4, 2008 1/5/08   County Board Discusses Tourism-Jan. 2nd The County Board of Supervisors met for the first time in 2008 on Jan. 2, 2008 and discussed tourims projects in Patrick County. (News Report from The Enterprise, January 9, 2008.) 1/3/08   Jonathan Large elected as Chairman of Board of Supervisors Jonathan Large of Ararat (Dan River District) was elected as Chairman of the Patrick County Board of Supervisors on January 2, 2008 1/3/08   Gas price goes to $3.079 at On The Run Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went up to $3.079 at On The Run, Stuart, VA. 1/3/08   Craig Teller Named as Patrick County Administrator Today, the Patrick County Board of Supervisors unanimously voted to hire Craig Teller as County Administrator on an interim basis. 1/2/08   Chamber Banquet Announced for Jan. 4-2008 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will hold it's Annual Banquet on January 4, 2008 at the Star Theatre, on Patrick Avenue in Stuart. Time: 6:00pm 1/2/08   Primland's Golf Course Rated No. 1 New Course by Golf Digest The Highland Course at Primland was designattred No. 1 Top New Golf Course for $75 and over by Golf Digest. 1/1/08   Patrick County Jobless Rate is 4.9% for Dec. 2007 Patrick County County, Virginia jobless rate rose to 4.9% in December, 2007. This compares to 4.5% in November, 2007 12/27/07   Gas Price Goes to $2.959 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded Gasoline price went to $2.959 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA 12/22/07   Dan River Park Construction Underway-Ararat VA The Dan River Park has a major construction project underway in Ararat, VA. A new playground, basketball court, tennis court, walking trail and restrooms is in the works! 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. 12/21/07   Gov. Kaine Announces Grant to Patrick County of $148,646 Governor Timothy M. Kaine on Dec. 20th announced grants worth more than $5.7 million have been awarded to localities and state agencies to improve criminal justice throughout the Commonwealth. 12/20/07   Kids Receive New Bikes for Christmas-Claudville, VA Three children received new bicycles at the Annual Children's Christmas party at the Red Bank Ruritan Club in Claudville, VA on December 15, 2007. 12/20/07   Dan River Park joins Patrick Chamber The Dan River Park at Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Telephone contact is: 276-251-1182 12/19/07   Town of Stuart to receive Grant for $228,000 for Farm Market The Town of Stuart received verbal approval to receive a $228,000 grant from the Tobacco and Indemnification Commission for the Open Air Farm Market in Downtown Stuart, VA (date 12/18/07) 12/19/07   Laurel Landing in Stuart construction underway Laurel Landing a premiere residential community in Stuart, VA has construction underway at this time. It is located at the end of Laurel Court. 12/19/07   Red Bank Ruritans Celebrate Christmas with kids-Claudville, VA The Red Bank Ruritan Club, Red Bank School Road, Claudville, VA celebrated Christmas with children from the community with a party, Santa Claus and gifts on December 15, 2007 12/18/07   Paul Farrar demonstrates cooking at Downtown Cafe-Stuart Mr. Paul Farrar, of Cooking With Paul, demonstrated cooking of Chicken Marsala at the Downtown Cafe in Stuart, VA on December 18, 2007 12/13/07   Morgan Shepherd Presents Check for $22,000 to PARC Workshop Morgan Shepherd former NASCAR race car driver presented a check to PARC Workshop in Stuart, VA for $22,000 to Mr. Henry Ayers, Executive Director on December 10, 2007 12/13/07   Dennis Setzer, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Driver in Stuart, VA Dennis Setzer, NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race driver appeared along with Morgan Shepherd, NASCAR driver at the PARC Workshop Christmas party in Stuart, VA on Dec. 10, 2007 12/13/07   Victory For Jesus Race Team In Stuart, VA Victory For Jesus Race Team was in Stuart, VA on December 10, 2007 for the PARC Workshop Christmas Party. 12/11/07   Tom Rose Named as Interim County Administrator-Patrick Co., VA Mr. Tom Rose was named as the Patrick County's Interim County Administrator at the Board of Supervisors meeting on December 10, 2007. 12/10/07   Gas price goes to $2.839 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $2.839 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 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 12/6/07   Sen. Roscoe Reynolds Named Deputy Floor Leader-VA Senate Senator Roscoe Reynolds, of Ridgeway, Va was named as the deputy floor leader of the Virginia Senate Democratic Caucus. Senator Reynolds represents Patrick County, VA 12/6/07   VA Museum of Natural History Reaching New Heights-Martinsville, VA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE-Martinsville, Va. (December 5, 2007) - The Virginia Museum of Natural History has seen record numbers of visitors take part in many educational programs since its March 2007 grand opening and the unveiling of its state-of-the-art edu 12/6/07   Filming of story of The Man Who Moved A Mountain imminent The Man Who Moved a Mountain book classic is quickly manifesting into the feature film Mountain by Jenkins Entertainment (www.jenkins-entertainment.com). 12/5/07   Brian Jessup Gets the Monster Deer Pictured here is Luke Jessup and the 12 point deer taken by him and his dad, Brian Jessup, CPA of Claudville 12/5/07   Christmas Tour-Mountain Rose Inn - Woolwine, VA-Dec 6 & 7 Benefiting the National Kidney Foundation. Cost: $8.00 per person Reservations Required. Call 276-930-1057 12/2/07   JEB Stuart Volunteer Rescue Makes Donations Kelly G. Ratcliff, President fo the Jeb Stuart Volunteer Rescue made donations of $500 to Patrick County Christmas Cheer and the Patrick County Food Bank 12/2/07   Lois Amos Named Assistant Vice President-Sun Trust Bank Lois Amos, Branch Manager at Stuart Sun Trust Bank has been named Assistant Vice President in the Retail Divisioin of Sun Trust Bank, Martinsville 12/2/07   Smith River Community Bank will change its name Smith River Community Bank, N. A. will change its name to River Community Bank, N. A. effective January 1, 2008 12/2/07   At the Historic Star Theatre, downtown Stuart, VA on Patrick Ave. Ticket price $30. Directed by Deborah Hoback and Terri Birkett. Time: 6:00pm. Reservations call 276-694-7064. 12/1/07   Dancing Arts Performs at the Homestead-Dec. 4 The Patrick County Dancing Arts Center's Senior, Intermediate and Junior Performance Groups will be performing for the Reynolds Homestead's Victorian Christmas on Tuesday, December 4th at 6:30. 11/30/07   CONTRIBUTE TO COMMUNITY FOOD BANK-Patrick County, VA Please be encouraged to contribute to the Patrick County Community Food Bank prior to Christmas. We are urgently in need of non perishable foods and toiletries. 11/30/07   Mike Burnette Resigns as County Administrator-Stuart, VA Mike Burnette, Patrick County Administrator has resigned effective December 28, 2007. 11/30/07   Martinsville Opens New Visitor Center on Nov. 29 The Martinsville-Henry County Visitor Center has opened inside the Southern Artisan Center in uptown Martinsville. 11/29/07   Jobless Rate drops to 4.2% in Patrick County, VA-Oct. 2007 The jobless rate for Patrick County, VA was 4.2% in October, 2007. This is a drop from 4.4% in September, 2007. 11/29/07   Gas Prices drops to $2.899 at On The Run in Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price dropped to $2.899 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA. on November 29, 2007. That is a .10 per gal. drop from the previous day. 11/28/07   Fun Facts Radio will Broadcast Live the Christmas Parade-Stuart, VA Fun Facts Radio will be broadcasting LIVE from Stuart, VA the annual Christmas Parade. Coverage begins at 1:30pm, Eastern Time. Parade Begins at 2:00p. m.--December 1st, 2007 11/26/07   Honduras Coffee does music program Nov. 30-Stuart, VA Honduras Coffee Shop on 121 North Main Street, Stuart, VA will have Joe Wash Rag performing on Friday, Nov. 30 P. M. 11/26/07   Patrick School Board Meets on Dec. 6-6:00pm at High School The Patrick County School Board will meet with the Patrick County Board of Supervisorts on Dec. 6, 2007, at 6:00pm at the High School in Stuart. 11/26/07   Surrey Bank Holds Food Drive-Stuart, VA Surrey Bank & Trust will again sponsor a food drive for the food pantry at Stuart Baptist Church. 11/21/07   Clark Gas & Oil-Exxon Awards $3000 to Patrick Co. Schools Clark Gas and Oil, On the Run and our local Exxon Dealers helped secure grants. Schools receiving the benefit are Blue Ridge Elementary, Hardin Reynolds, Meadows of Dan, Patrick Springs, Stuart Elementary and Woolwine Elementary 11/20/07   Jeannie Frisco Resigns at County Tourism Director-Patrick Co., VA Jeannie Frisco, Assistant County Administrator and Tourism Director for Patrick County, VA has resigned on November 19, 2007 11/20/07   Gov. Kaine Lifts Burning Ban in Virginia The outdoor burning ban has been lifted for Virginia annouced on Nov. 15 by Gov. Tim Kaine. The effect is immediate. 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 11/19/07   Changes Underway at Patrick County Hospital Martinsville Bulletin, November 19, 2007 reports that the R. J. Reynolds Hospital may change hands again, but it is not officially for sale. 11/19/07   Stuart Town Council Meets NOv. 21 at 7:30pm The Stuart Town Council will meet at 7:30pm, Wednesday, Nov. 21, 2007 at the town office on Patrick Avenue. 11/18/07   Chamber Office Closes for Thanksgiving Day The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Office will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2007. The office will be open on Friday, November 24, 2007 from 9:00am-12:00 noon. 11/15/07   Live Broadcast-Patrick County Cougars Playoff Game-TONIGHT! Our PCHS Cougars will take on the Richlands Blue Tornadoes in the regional semi-finals. We will begin airing at 7pm LIVE! Kickoff is 7:30. 11/14/07   Theatre Performances-How Scrooge the Goat Almost Ended Christmas Theatre for entire family. Call 540-745-6550 for reservations. Seating is limited. Music, singing and audience participation. Free Photo with Santa. Refreshments. 11/14/07   Rummage Sale-Mountain Home Lodge-Stuart, VA Nov. 17 To benefit a memorial monument to fallen heroes of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars. Saturday, Nov. 17, 8:00am-5:00pm 11/12/07   Hospice Christmas Home Tour Dec. 8 in Patrick County, VA The Hospice Christmas Home Tour will be on Dec. 8, 12:00 noon-5:00pm. Includes 5 homes, The Reynolds Homestead and the Salem United Methodist Church and Parsonage. 11/11/07   Blue Ridge Mt. Christmas planned Dec. 7 & 8 at Star Theatre-Stuart "A Blue Ridge Mountaini Christmas" is planned for Dec. 7 & 8 at 6:30pm. Dinner show tickets are $30 adult and $20 for children under 12. 11/11/07   Flowers in the Sky-Beauty of Butterflies and Moths-VMNH-Martinsville Va Museum of Natural History has a special exhibit, "Flowers of th eSky: The Beauty of Butterflies and Moths", now open for visitors. Features 200 butterflies and moths from VA, North America and round the world. 11/10/07   Hospice Luncheon on Nov. 13-Stuart, VA Hospice held a fund raising luncheon on Tuesday, Nov. 13 at the home of Alex and Janice Wilkins in Stuart, VA 11/9/07   Courter Moon Lodge and Eco-Cabin has joined the Patrick Chamber Courter Moon, LLC of Woolwine, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Located at 907 Trout Run Drive. 11/8/07   Mountain Rose Inn Christmas Tour Dec. 6 & 7 - Woolwine You are invited to The Mountain Rose Inn for our annual Christmas Tour on December 6 & 7 from 6-8 pm each evening. 11/8/07   UBS Financial of Martinsville joins the Patrick Chamber UBS Financial of Martinsville, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 11/7/07   Stephanie Brinegar wins Commonwealth Attorney for Patrick County Stephanie Brinegar, age 26, Chief Deputy Commonwealth Attorney for the City of Martinsville, wins the election for Commonwealth Attorney for Patrick County, Virginia. 11/7/07   Sen. Roscoe Reynolds Re-elected for 20th Senate District The 2007 General Assembly races in this area were decided Tuesday without major surprises or upsets. Incumbent state Sen. Roscoe Reynolds, D-Ridgeway, easily outpaced Republican Jeff Evans in the 20th Senate District, with 30,321 votes to Evans’ 17,901 11/7/07   Dan Smith Elected as Patrick County, VA Sheriff Dan Smith, age 35, Martinsville Police officer, was elected as Patrick County's new sheriff Tuesday in a tight race. 11/6/07   Health Fair In Stuart Attracts Big Crowd-Stuart, VA The annual health fair in Stuart, VA at Rotary Field attracted a large crowd of Seniors. It provided health screenings and a lot of good info for our Senior members of the community. 11/6/07   Lover's View is Fantastic on fall November day Lover's Leap scenic view is always great in Patrick County, Virginia. This picture was taken on November 5, 2007 by Tom Bishop Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 11/6/07   Hill Top Cafe at Vesta Fire Hill Top Cafe of Vesta experience a fire on Oct. 28, 2007. It happened on the same day as Pancake Days at the Community Building in Meadows of Dan, VA 11/5/07   Gas price goes to $2.959 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.959 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 11/3/07   Ashbrook Audiology joins Patrick Chamber Ashbrook Audiology, with locations in Martinsvile, Stuart and Danville has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 11/3/07   Barnett Commercial Realty joins Patrick Chamber Barnett Commercial Realty, Inc. of Martinsville, Va has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 11/2/07   Blue Ridge Controls, LLC joins the Patrick County Chamber Blue Ridge Controls of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 11/1/07   Gas Price goes to $2.879 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.879 at On The Run Exxon-Stuart, VA 11/1/07   Paul Farrar Shares Orange Peel Cake Recipe Compliments of www.jewish-food.org To reach Paul Farrar, 276-957-3210 11/1/07   Patrick County Prescription Card Announced. Introducing the FREE Patrick County prescription discount card, available at your local Chamber of Commerce office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, Va. 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   Seniors Health Fair at Rotary Field, Stuart, VA - Nov. 2nd The annual Seniors Health Fair will be held at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA on Friday, Nov. 2, 2007 starting at 8:30am til 12:30pm 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   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   Gas Price Goes to $2.779 at On The Run - Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.779 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 10/27/07   2000 Marines and Sailers Arriving in Henry County Approximately two thousand Marines and Sailors from North Carolina will be conducting a training exercise in south central Virginia beginning later this month. 10/25/07   Gas Price went to $2.739 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Oct. 26, 2007-Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.739 today at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA 10/24/07   Gov Kaine Approves Emergency Regulation for MRSA infection RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today approved an emergency regulation by the State Health Commissioner that requires laboratories to report Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infection to the Virginia Department of Health (VDH). 10/23/07   Rickie Fulcher Named To All VA School Board Mr. Rickie Fulcher, Patrick County School Board Peters Creek District representative, was recently named to the Virginia School Boards Association All Virginia School Board. 10/22/07   Gasoline Price in Stuart, VA remains at $2.699 at 8:00am Unleaded gasoline price at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA remained at $2.699 at 8:00am Monday, October 22, 2007, in spite of the record price of a barrell of oil last week. 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 10/20/07   Patrick County Photo Book Release Nationally Images of America Patrick County Virginia will be released on Monday, October 29, 2007. This book will contain 200 photographs from Patrick County's history by Patrick County Historian Thomas D. Perry. 10/19/07   Crude Oil Price reaches $90 per barrell Crude Oil Price reached $90.07 per barrell, an all time high. 10/19/07   MRSA Letter sent to Patrick Co. Parents-Oct. 19 Dr. Roger N. Morris, Division Superintendent of Patrick County Schools sent this letter out to parents, informing people about methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. 10/18/07   Gov. Kaine Issues Burning Ban RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine today declared a statewide emergency and enacted a ban on open fires beginning Friday, October 19. 10/18/07   Apple Dumpling Festival Set for Saturday, October 20 The 5th Annual Apple Dumpling Festival gets underway on Saturday, October 20 in downtown Stuart, VA. It begins at 10:00am and runs to approximately 5:00 p. m. 10/17/07   New Residential Community Groundbreaking-Stuart, VA A groundbreaking ceremony, complete with local dignitaries, was held on Wednesday morning, October 17, 2007 at the site of Laurel Landing, a new residential community in the Town of Stuart. 10/16/07   Gas Price Goes to $2.699 at On The Run - Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $2.699 at "On The Run" Exxon in Stuart, VA. 10/16/07   Longaberger Basket Bingo-Claudville, VA Longaberger Basket Bingo at the Red Bank Ruritan Club Building on 1828 Red Bank School Road, Claudville, VA. Starts at 6:00pm 10/16/07   School Board Approves Dual Degree Program At its October 8th meeting, the Patrick County School Board approved a proposal to implement a Dual Degree Program. The Dual Degree Program is a partnership between Patrick Henry Community College, the Patrick County Education Foundation, the New College 10/13/07   PATRICK COUNTY PHOTO BOOK RELEASE Oct. 29 Images of America Patrick County Virginia will be released on Monday, October 29, 2007. This book will contain 200 photographs from Patrick County's history by Patrick County Historian Thomas D. Perry. www.freestateofpatrick.com/arcadia 10/8/07   Robert Trout Appears at the Civil War Encampment at Laurel Hill Robert J. Trout, author of several books about J. E. B. Stuart did a book signing at the annual encampment and re-enactment at Laureal Hill on Oct. 6 and 7, 2007. Location: Ararat, VA. 10/7/07   Woolwine October Festival-Oct 13 starting at 10:00am Apple butter making, music, dancing, crafts, kids activities, bake sale sponsored by the Woolwine, VA Fire Department and Ladies Auxiliary. 10/7/07   Patrick County Horizons Holds Open House Oct. 12-Stuart, VA Patrick County Horizons holds Open House on October 12, 2007, 10:00am-2:00pm at 24141 Jeb Stuart Highway between Santa Claus Lane and JC Joyce Trucking-Stuart, VA 10/5/07   Gas price goes to $2.639 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.639 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, 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. 10/3/07   Patrick Co. Schools Recognizes Staff for AYP accreditation Patrick County Public Schools recognized all of the school’s staff members at a ceremony held at the Patrick County High School on Friday, September 28, 2007. 10/3/07   Apple Butter Making at W & W Produce--Stuart, VA Saturday, Sept. 30, 2007 was a big day for W & W Produce on U. S. Route in Stuart, VA. Apple butter in the big copper kettle was underway as shown in this picture. 10/2/07   Thelma Lou of Mayberry TV Show was in Mt. Airy Parade Sept. 29 Thelma Lou, who played Barney's girlfriend in the Mayberry Show appeared in the Annual Mayberry Parade in Mt. Airy, NC on September 29, 2007 10/2/07   Sheriff Rosco P. Coltraine Appears At Mt. Airy Mayberry Parade James Best, who played James Best - Sheriff Rosco P. Coltraine, in "Dukes of Hazard" appeared in Mt. Airy, NC on Saturday, September 29, 2007 9/29/07   Vietnam: Seven Who Gave All-Patrick Co. Branch Library The Patrick County Branch of the Blue Ridge Regional Library will host an exhibit on Patrick County Virginia in the Vietnam Conflict entitled. Patrick County In Vietnam: Seven Who Gave All. 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) 9/27/07   Gas goes to $2.699 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline went to $2.699 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 9/24/07   Patrick County Schools Evacuates on September 24 The Patrick County High School, Stuart, VA evacuated successfully on Monday, September 24, 2007 due to a bomb scare, created by an e-mail to a student over the weekend. 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. 9/21/07   RIDE FOR THE KIDS-Claudville, VA Sept. 29 at Lee's Kargo Come ride for the kids. Support the terminally ill or needy children. Sponsor: Red Bank Ruritan Club. At highway 103 and Hatcher's Chapel Road, Claudville, VA 9/21/07   Gas Price Goes to $2.759 at On The Run -Stuart, VA Unleaded Gasoline Price goes to $2.759 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 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. 9/21/07   Business After Hours-Sept. 24-Patrick County Dancing Arts The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have "Business After Hours" on Monday, Sept. 24, 2007, 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Patrick County Dancing Arts. Call to reserve! 9/20/07   Cougar Band Performs at Opening of Patrick County Fair The Patrick County High School performed at the opening ceremonies of the County Fair on Tuesday, Sept. 18. Picture by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 9/20/07   Good Weather Prevails for Patrick County Fair Picture was taken on Sept. 19, 2007 at the Patrick County Fair in Stuart, VA by Tom Bishop 9/19/07   Patrick County Fair Opens Sept. 18-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Fair was officially opened on Sept. 18, 2007 at 5:30pm at Stuart's Rotary Field. 9/19/07   Farris Wheel Rides are available at Patrick County Fair Cole Amusements has the rides for the Annual County Fair. This picture was taken on the evening of Sept. 18, by Tom Bishop, Executive Director Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 9/18/07   Live Radio Show on Oct. 5 at Food Lion - Cooking With Paul Making Apple Dumplings with Mr. Paul Farrar. 9/17/07   Rep. Rick Boucher Announces New Jobs-Stuart, VA On Monday, Sept. 17, 2007, in Stuart, VA, Representative Rick Boucher announced 40 new jobs coming to Results of Stuart. 9/13/07   County Fair Program Booklets Available-Stuart, VA The 2007 Patrick County Fair Program booklets are now available. They can be picked up at the Chamber office at 20475 JEB Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA, or at the On The Run in Stuart. 9/11/07   Stuart Lions Club Pancake Breakfast Sept. 13 start 6:30am The Stuart Lions Club will hold a Pancake Breakfast on Thursday, Sept. 13 starting at 6:30am at the Stuart Baptist Church Fellowship Hall on Blue Ridge St. 9/11/07   Patrick County Fair kicks off Sept. 18, 2007 The annual Patrick County Agricultural Fair kicks off on Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2007 with carnival rides, agricultural exhibits, business exhibits at Rotary Field, Woodland Drive, Stuart, VA 9/10/07   Gas price goes to $2.659 at On The Run Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.659 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 9/10/07   Cherokee Tribe Entertains Blue Ridge Nursing Residents The Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe, located in Stuart, VA, went to the Blue Ridge Nursing Home on Sept. 10, 2007 and demonstrated for residents there. 9/6/07   Smart Board in use at Blue Ridge Elementary School-Ararat Pictured is Blue Ridge Elementary School teacher Carol Clement working with her kindergarten students at Ararat, VA on Sept. 5, 2007 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 9/5/07   Pumpkins Are Ripening in Patrick County, VA Pumpkin patches in Patrick County, Virginia are ripening now and getting ready for market. 9/4/07   Gasoline price goes to $2.599 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $2.599 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 8/30/07   Gas price goes to $2.659 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.659 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 8/30/07   Patrick County Schools Meet AYP Goals Patrick County Public Schools is just one of twenty-three school divisions across the state of Virginia who can claim that all schools within the division have met or exceeded Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP) goals. 8/29/07   Patrick County Schools received $99,000 Federal Grant Patrick County Public Schools in Stuart, Virginia, have been awarded a $99,000 grant to help enhance and fortify its readiness and emergency response management plans, U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings announced today. 8/28/07   Native White Rock on Buffalo Mountain-Virginia Displayed is a typical white rock found on Buffalo Mountain, in Floyd County, Virginia. This is a Natural Area Preserve. 8/27/07   National Alpaca Farm Day Sept. 29 and 30 Smoky Mountain Alpaca Farm near Stuart, VA will celebrate National Alpaca Farm Days Sept. 29 & 30, 2007. The public is welcome. 8/24/07   Gas Price goes to $2.559 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $2.559 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 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. 8/22/07   Job Recruitment-40 jobs available-Aug. 24-Stuart, VA Targeted job recruitment at the Patrick Henry Community College campus, Stuart, VA. Aug. 24, 104 Johnson St. 10:00am 8/22/07   A Country Gospel Jamboree at Star Theatre/Stuart Hosted by Debbie Bennett and Bruce Trent with special guest Billy Hale, Jerry Jones and Kitty Warner. Show Time 3:00pm 8/21/07   Hutchens Petroleum Sales Propane Division to Liberty Propane Stuart, VA - Hutchens Petroleum Corporation today announced the sale of their propane division to Liberty Propane, LLC of Overland Park, Kansas. Liberty Propane operates 39 locations in 11 States. 8/21/07   Conticelli & Associates Joins Patrick Chamber Conticelli & Associates has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Their office is at 106 Rye Cove St., Stuart, VA. This is a real estate appraisal and consulting firm. 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 8/15/07   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. 8/14/07   West Piedmont Business Center Planned-Opening Aug. 15 The West Piedmont Business Development Center announced that it is opening a satellite office in Stuart, VA 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. 8/11/07   Jeb Stuart Preservation Trust Represented at Folk Fair-Meadows of Dan Representatives from the J. E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust were represented at the Virginia Peach Festival and Meadows of Dan Folk Fair on Saturday, August 11, 2007. 8/10/07   The Great Pretenders to Perform At VA State Peach Festival The Great Pretenders will perform at the Virginia State Peach Festival concert on Friday night August 10, 2007 at the Rotary Field in Stuart, VA. 8/9/07   No Speed Limit to Play at the VA State Peach Festival Event No Speed Limit Band of Galax, VA will play for the Virginia State Peach Festival, on Friday night, August 10, 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   Gas Price goes to $2.639 at On The Run Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.639 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, Va 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 7/29/07   Howell Funeral Home sponsors Virginia Peach Festival Howell Funeral Home of Stuart, VA is a 2007 sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival, held in Patrick County, Virginia. 7/28/07   Large Tomato Produced by Clyde Hill-Patrick County, Va Displayed in this photograph is large tomato produced in Patrick County, Virginia by Mr. Clyde Hill. 7/28/07   Farmer's Market in Stuart, VA has beatiful produce Displayed in this picture is a selection of fresh produce being sold at the Farmer's Market in downtown Stuart, VA on July 27, 2007 7/28/07   Beautiful Flowers From Patrick County, Virginia This was produced on the farm on Commerce Street, Stuart, VA, by Mr. Wayne Kirkpatrick. 7/28/07   Fresh Fruits and Vegetables Produced in Patrick County, Virginia This was produced on the farm on Commerce Street, Stuart, VA, by Mr. Wayne Kirkpatrick. 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. 7/25/07   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   Gov. Kaine Announces Patrick County Crop Disaster-Jul 25-2007 RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine announced today that the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture has designated Carroll and Patrick Counties primary natural disaster areas due to reductions in farm production caused by frost, freeze, and low temperatures 7/24/07   Gas price goes to $2.699 at On The Run - Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes down to $2.699 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 7/20/07   Gas price goes to $2.739 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.739 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA 7/19/07   Peach Festival Tickets On Sale The tickets to the Friday night concert, August 10, of the Virginia State Peach Festival are on sale now. 7/19/07   Patrick Henry Community College Registration begins Aug. 7 Registration for Patrick Henry Community College fall semester classes will be held at the Patrick County Site in Stuart on Tuesday, August 7 from 4- 6 p.m. 7/18/07   Vicki Hutchens-Bennett Becomes Exclusive Sponsor for VA Peach Festival Vicki Hutchens-Bennett, LUTCF, New York Life Insurance, becomes Exclusive Sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival, that is celebrated by the Patrick County, VA Chamber of Commerce Annually 7/18/07   Town of Stuart Installs New Welcome Sign The Town of Stuart, VA has installed a new welcome sign on U. S. Route 58 as you enter the community. 7/17/07   BB&T bank becomes Major Sponsor for the VA State Peach Festival BB&T bank becomes a Major Sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival. Pictured is Laurie Boyd, Stuart Branch manager. 7/17/07   Gas goes to $2.779 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $2.779 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA 7/16/07   Freeze Hits Peach Farmers- Festival Goes On-Patrick County, VA A spoiled peach crop in Patrick County will hit growers’ pocketbooks but should have little impact on the annual Virginia Peach Festival there in August. 7/13/07   Hopkins Lumber Contractors Sponsors Virginia State Peach Festival Hopkins Lumber Contractors of Woolwine and Stuart, Va has become a major sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival for 2007. 7/13/07   Gas Price goes to $2.839 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.839 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 7/11/07   Stuart Rotary Installs new President Jerry Hughes-Stuart, VA Mr. Gerald L. "Jerry" Hughes, Jr. was installed as President of Stuart Rotary on June 25, 2007. Mr. Hughes is the Executive Director of the Patrick County Education Foundation. 7/10/07   Gas Prices goes to $2.879 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to 42.879 at On The Run, Stuart, VA 7/7/07   Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe Holds Grand Opening-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, led by Ms. Janice Wilkins, conducted the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting for the Wolf Creek Cherokee Tribe Museum at 103 Stonewall Court, Stuart, VA on July 6, 2007 7/6/07   Gas Prices goes up to $2.799 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went up to $2.799 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 7/4/07   Jenni The Clown shows up at the DeHart Park 4th of July-2007 "Jenni The Clown" (Jenni Gregory of Stuart, VA) made her rounds at the Stuart, VA Fourth of July celebration. She was a part of all the fun we had on this special day. 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 7/3/07   Charles Choose and Cut Trees joins Patrick County Chamber Charles Choose and Cut Christmas Trees has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 7/3/07   Wal-Mart Sponsors the Virginia State Peach Festival Wal-Mart at Stuart, VA is a Corporate Sponsor for the Virginia State Peach Festival 7/1/07   PEACH PAGEANT SET FOR AUGUST 6 AT STAR THEATRE-STUART, VA The annual Virginia State Peach Pageant is scheduled for Monday, August 6 at the Historic Star Theatre in Stuart, VA. 7/1/07   Public Meeting-West Piedmont-Stuart, VA July 9-2007 Public Meeting Notice-West Piedmont Planning District Regional Rural Long-Range Transportation Plan 7/1/07   Mabry Mill Has music and dancing each Sunday Afternoon-Virginia Mabry Mill, one of the most photographed sites on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and has old time music and dancing each Sunday afternoon during the summer months. 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" 6/29/07   Rocky Gap Welcome Center offers Demonstrations at No Charge The Virginia Welcome Center at Rocky Gap, VA offers an opportunity for a FREE demonstration at the State Welcome Center near the WV border. 6/28/07   Patrick County Jobless Rate 3.9 per cent for May 2006 Patrick County,VA jobless rate rose to 3.9 per cent for May, 2007 as compared to April, 2007 of 3.8 per cent. 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. 6/28/07   Patrick Chamber and Patrick Co. Music Association shares Advertising The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce and the Patrick County Music Association set up cooperative advertising program 6/27/07   Gas price goes down to $2.759 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down to $2.759 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 6/26/07   Mustangs win on Patrick County Chamber night at the ball game Martinsville Mustangs beat the Ashboro Copperheads 1-0 on the Patrick County Chamber night at the ball field, June 15, 2007 6/26/07   Food Lion supports the Virginia State Peach Festival Gary Hagee presented Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce with a sponsorship check for the Virginia State Peach Festival on June 25, 2007 at the Stuart, VA store. 6/26/07   Mustangs Celebrate Patrick County Chamber Night June 26 the Martinsville Mustangs win on the Patrick County Chamber night at Hooker Field in Martinsville, VA 6/26/07   Stephanie Brenegar attends Mustang Game on June 20 Sephanie Brenegar, candidate for Commonwealth Attorney in Patrick County, attended the Mustangs ball game on Monday night, the Patrick County Chamber night. 6/25/07   Stuart Laundromat joins Patrick County Chamber-Stuart, VA The Stuart Laundromat has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 6/25/07   Treasure Potts, LLC has joined the Patrick Chamber-Hillsville, VA Treasure Potts is located at the top of Fancy Gap Mountain, U. S. Route 52, near the Blue Ridge Parkway. They specialize in Fine Antiques and Collectibles. 6/25/07   Buddys Boarding joins the Patrick Chamber-location Floyd, VA Buddys Boarding of Floyd, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 6/21/07   Chamber of Commerce selling Patrick County 2008 Calendars Profits from the sales of the maps will go to the Patrick Springs Smart Shooters Team. 6/20/07   Downtown Cafe Re-Opens in Stuart, VA - June 20th Downtown Cafe at 318 Patrick Avenue, Stuart, VA re-opens again. They will offer breakfast, lunch and dinner, Monday-Friday. 6/20/07   Richard Rogers of WHEO tells Primland Story Richard Rogers of WHEO-AM 1270 airs story about the new construction on the Lodge. "Sportsman Paradise & Emerging Mountaintop Resort". 6/19/07   Peach Pageant Registrations-Press Release-Stuart, VA VIRGINIA STATE PEACH PAGEANT PRESS RELEASE (Issued June 18, 2007). The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce wishes to announce the 3rd Annual Virginia State Peach Pageant in conjunction with the August 6-11, Peach Festival Week. 6/19/07   Business After Hours-At Wolf Creek Farm-Ararat, VA-June 19 Today, June 19, 2007, The Chamber of Commerce will have Business After Hours at the Wolf Creek Farm Bed and Breakfast, Ararat, 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. 6/18/07   Lawrence Distributing Company Sponsors VA State Peach Festival Linda Lawrence Dalton of Lawrence Distributing Company presents a check to Mr. Dean Goad, VP of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce for a sponsorship of the Virginia State Peach Festival. 6/18/07   Paul Farrar, Cooking With Paul, Helps to Promote the VA Peach Festival Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul", will be helping promote the Virginia State Peach Festival with his cable television cooking show. 6/18/07   Leslie Shelor Exhibits at the Covered Bridge Festival at Woolwine, VA Leslie Shelor, of Greenberry House, Meadows of Dan, VA spins yarn at the Covered Bridge Festival in Woolwine, VA June 16, 2007 as pictured here 6/17/07   Geobuilt Demonstrates at the Covered Bridge Festival Geobilt, which designs acoustical tents, had a great opportunity to show it's product at the Annual Covered Bridge Festival in Woolwine, VA on June 16, 2007. 6/16/07   Covered Bridge Fest-A Great Day! The Covered Bridge Festival was held at Woolwine, VA on Saturday, June 16, 2007. The weather was great and many vendors and crafters came. 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. 6/14/07   Nelson Automotive Family Sponsors the VA State Peach Festival Nelson Automotive Family in the Martinsville-Henry County area of Virginia becomes an "exclusive sponsor" for the Virginia Peach Festival. 6/13/07   Lawrence Distributing Company Joins Patrick Chamber Lawrence Distributing Company of Danville, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 6/13/07   Patrick County Increases Security Fee This fee will be imposed upon defendants convicted of criminal and traffic violations , from $5.00 to $10.00 6/13/07   Help For Senior Citizens County Senior Services are available for those over age 60 in Patrick County. 6/12/07   NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING-Town of Stuart-POSTPONED The Council of the town of Stuart public hearing sceduled for Wednesday, June 27th, 2007 has been posponed. 6/12/07   Notice of Intent by STEP INC.-Stuart, VA Step, Inc hereby provides notice that is intends to file and application for funding with USDA, Rural Development for funding of a corporate office building. 6/12/07   Gas price goes to $2.799 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.799 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 6/11/07   Tiny Tot Mini Summer Camp-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Dancing Arts Center will offer its popular Tiny Tot Mini Camp. 6/11/07   Hospice Holds a Grief Camp-Mt. Airy, NC Camp held on June 20-23 at Mt. Airy, NC Christian Church. Contact Shelia Jones 6/10/07   Beach Festival In Stuart, VA a Blast Saturday's Hot Fun in the Summertime Beach Festival in Patrick County filled the park in Patrick County. 6/9/07   Gas Price goes to $2.839 in Stuart, VA - On The Run Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.839 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 6/8/07   Gov. Tim Kaine Meets Business Leaders at EMI-Bassett, VA Friday, June 8, 2007-By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer- Once crippled by job losses, the Southside region of Virginia is on the road to re-establishing itself, according to Gov. Tim Kaine. 6/8/07   Gov. Kaine Attends Trout Release-Bassett, VA Friday, June 8, 2007-By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer-The Trout in the Classroom project got a boost Thursday from Gov. Tim Kaine, who waded into the Smith River in Bassett to help local students release trout fingerlings they raised in their school 6/6/07   Paul's Famous Hot Dog Chili Recipe Paul Farrar, of "Cooking With Paul", offers this Chili Recipe. He used it for Hot Dogs recently at W & W Produce in Stuart, VA 6/5/07   Gov. Kaine Coming to Bassett, VA-June 7-9:00am Bassett,VA-Cabinet Breakfast Reception. Governor Timothy M. Kaine will hold a breakfast reception featuring opportunities to interact directly with the Governor and Cabinet members. Open to the press and public. 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   VA Linked Showcase matches Southwest VA with Northern VA Companies On May 21, 2007, Secretary of Commerce and Trade Patrick O. Gottschalk announce that the 2007 Virginia Linked Workforce Showcaseproduced significant business opportunities. 6/4/07   Friends of the Blue Ridge-Local Committee Formed-Patrick County Friends of the Blue Ridge help the National Parks Service to supplement the loss of 58 staff positions due to Federal budget short falls. 6/3/07   The Big Blue Magazine on sale Pick up your copy of the Blue Ridge Plateau’s premier travel magazine at any of these fine retailers. 6/3/07   KAINE PRAISES EDUCATION FOUNDATION Gov. Tim Kaine was the keynote speaker for the graduation ceremony for 39 adults earning their GED’s through the Patrick County School System with assistance from the Patrick County Education Foundation. 6/3/07   HOT FUN BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL-JUNE 8-9-Stuart, VA Hot Fun In The Summertime Beach Music Festival will be held on Friday, June 8th, 6pm and Saturday, June 9th starting at 12 noon. Rain or Shine. Wayside Park 6/2/07   Chamber After Hours June 19, 5:30PM-Wolf Creek Farm-Ararat, VA The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have another Business After Hours on June 19th at the Wolf Creek Farm Bed and Breakfast on Gid Collins Lane, Ararat, VA 6/2/07   Joan Blankenship Coordinator of the Year Joan Blankenship received the Community Resource Coordinator of the Year Award from National College at the Martinsville campus. 6/2/07   DeHart Park Athletic Field Dedicated DEDICATION CEREMONY'S WERE HELD SATURDAY MORNING AT DEHART PARK IN STUART FOR A 3 ACRE ATHLETIC FIELD, ITS THE LATEST EDITION THE THE COUNTY'S RECREATION FACILITIES. 6/1/07   Gov Kaine will speak at the GED Graduation at Critz, VA Gov. Tim Kaine is the invited guest speaker for the Patrick County Education Foundation Graduation Ceremony, June 1, 2007. 6/1/07   Gas price goes to $2.879 in Stuart, VA On The Run Unleaded Gasoline price went down to $2.879 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA. 5/31/07   BOUCHER WORKING FOR NINTH DISTRICT FARMERS ( Washington , D.C. ) - Farmers in Carroll and Patrick Counties who have suffered crop losses due to freezing temperatures experienced in early April may be eligible to receive financial help from the federal government 5/30/07   Gas prices declines to $2.939 per gallon-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price decliined to $2.939 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 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. 5/28/07   TRI-STATE Home Improvement Joins the Patrick Chamber Tri-State Home Improvement and Roofing company has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 5/26/07   Patrick County Chamber Office Closed on Memorial Day The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA, will be closed on Monday, May 28, 2007 in celebration of the Memorial Day Holiday. 5/26/07   Cooking For A Cause-May 31 at Clark Gas & Oil-Stuart, VA Clark Gas & Oil, Lowes Foods and Patrick County's Cattlemen's Association are pleased to announce its "Cooking for a Cause" to benefit the Patrick County Food Bank, the Caring Hearts Free Clinic and the Patrick County United Fund. 5/26/07   Gasoline price is now $2.999 at On The Run, Stuart, VA- Gasoline price in Stuart, VA on Jan. 15, 2007 stood at $2.039 for unleaded regular gasoline 5/24/07   TOWN OF STUART, VA may remove cap on business tax Mayor McHone said that cap of $2500 on business licenses will be removed, a change that will affect "five or six" large businesses in the town. The minimum business license will remain at $50. 5/24/07   Resolution Presented to Richard Rogers-WHEO in memory of his wife Senator Roscoe Reynolds presented a resolution from the Virginia General Assembly to Richard Rogers, who organized the radeothon Friday, May 18, that raised more than $17,000, for the American Cancer Society. 5/24/07   Appalachian Power to Ask for new rate hikes Appalachian Power Co. will seek approval of new rate hikes as a result of the State Corporation Commission's approval of a lower-than requested increase last week. 5/23/07   Tom Perry Tells Story of the Dinky Railroad-Ararat,VA If you would like to see and read more about the Railroad in Kibler Valley, Patrick County, Virginia go to this web site created by Mr. Tom Perry. www.freestateofpatrick.com/dinkyrr.htm 5/23/07   Connector Road is Funded for Rt. 8 Stuart, VA Full funding for the connnector road linking Rt. 58 with Rt. 8 in Stuart, VA is in the draft six-year plan for primary roads (2008-2013) 5/23/07   Parkway Friends Chapter formed in Meadows of Dan, Va A group of Meadows of Dan residents is forming a Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway chapter and has already started working on the parkway. 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. 5/22/07   Fun Facts Radio Broadcast Live at Stuart's Strawberry Festival The Fun Facts Radio crew of Pamela Nowlin and Lemont Bryant broadcast live on Internet radio 5/22/07   JEB Stuart Preservation Trust Represented at the Strawberry Festival Pictured here are two members of the JEB Stuart Preservation Trust who were at the Stuart Town Strawberry Festival on May 19, 2007. Left to right, Shirley Keene and Jody South. 5/21/07   Martinsville Mustangs versus Asheboro Copperheads-June 25 The Martinsville Mustangs would like to invite Patrick County Chamber of Commerce and it's members to a night of great Coastal Plain League Baseball on Monday, June 25th. FREE TICKETS! 5/21/07   Surrey Bank and Trust Sponsors the VA State Peach Festival Surrey Bank and Trust of Mt. Airy, NC presented a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on May 21, 2007 5/21/07   Tom Bishop Speaks at the Martinsville, VA Rotary Club Tom Bishop, Executive Director fo the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce spoke at the Martinsville Rotary Club meeting on April 10, 2007. 5/21/07   Mr. Rorrer demonstrates Sling Shot to Sue Nester Mr. Rorrer "the slingshot man" demonstrates the slingshot to singer, Sue Nester at the Annual Strawberry Festival in Stuart, VA 5/20/07   Weather was great for the Annual Strawberry Festival-Stuart, VA The weather cooperated with a clear sun shiny day for the Annual Strawberry Festival in Stuart, VA. 5/19/07   Relay For Life Raises over $61,000 in Stuart, VA! Relay For Life, "helping to find a cure", raised over $61,000 on Saturday, May 19, 2007 5/18/07   Stuart Radio Station Raises $17,240 for Cancer Research! 1270AM WHEO RADIO-THON on Friday, May 18, 2007 raised $17,240 for the American Cancer Society. 5/18/07   Gas prices goes to $2.999 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goes to $2.999 at On The Run, Exxon, in Stuart, VA 5/17/07   Worth Carter Receives Award Worth H. Carter, Jr. Board Chairman for Carter Bank & Trust, received the Pillar Award from EDC President and Chief Executive Officer, Mark Heath. 5/17/07   Kim Atkins named Executive Director of West Piedmont Workforce Kim Atkins has been named as the new Executive Director of the West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board (WIB). 5/16/07   Gas price goes to $2.879 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.879 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 5/16/07   Strawberry Festival-Saturday-May 19-Stuart, VA The Town of Stuart is celebrating the 4th Annual Strawberry Festival on Saturday, May 19th, 2007, in uptown Stuart, VA. 5/16/07   Chamber After Hours - Thursday, May 17th-Meadows of Dan The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will celebrate "Business After Hours" at the Blue Ridge Visitor Center, Jeb Stuart Highway, Meadows of Dan, VA 5/16/07   Fun Facts Radio Sponsoring a team in the Relay for Life 5/16/07   Margo Collins-Interior Decorating Consultant joins Patrick Chamber Margo C. Collins, Interior Decorating Consultant, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 5/15/07   Sharon Lewellyn joins Patrick Chamber Sharon Lewellyn, of Dee's Country Realty, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 5/14/07   Lightning Storm Knocks out Telephone Service-Dry Pond A Friday night (May 12th) severe lightning storm knocked out telephones in Dry Pond community (Stuart, VA). Many customers did not get service back until Monday afternoon, May 14th. 5/12/07   Gas Price goes to $2.859 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price goest to $2.889 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA 5/11/07   Roscoe Reynolds, announces candidacy for State Senate Sen. Roscoe Reynolds, D-Ridgeway, announced on Wednesday that he will seek a fourth term in the state Senate in the Nov. 6 Election 5/10/07   Karl Von Weiss joins Patrick Chamber Mr. Karl Von Weiss of Stuart, VA, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 5/10/07   Apartments On Main joins Patrick Chamber Apartments On Main, LLC has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Their specialty is renting residential apartments and commercial properties. 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. 5/9/07   Brick House Cafe re-joins the Patrick Chamber Brick House Cafe, on Woolwine Highway, Woolwine, VA has re-joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 5/9/07   Boucher announces funding for Patrick Springs water-sewer Ninth District Congressman Rick Boucher, D-Abingdon, announced the final peice of funding necessar to construct the Patrick Springs, Va water-sewer project. 5/7/07   LH Computers joins Patrick Chamber LH Computers of Spencer, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 5/4/07   Four Rivers Realty Gives Sponsorship for the VA State Peach Festival Mr. Richard Rogers, Four Rivers Realty, presented a check to Mr. Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on May 3, 2007. 5/3/07   Embarq Presents Sponsorship check to the Patrick Chamber Dorothy Cochran, representing Embarq Corporation, presented a check for a sponsorship to the Virginia State Peach Festival on May 4, 2007. 5/2/07   The Big Blue Magazine joins the Patrick Chamber The Big Blue Magazines has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. This is a new magazine and the business is located in Hillsville, VA. 4/30/07   Tourism Ambassador Class Tours Primland Golf Course The Tourism Ambassador Class toured the Primland Resort and the new Highland Golf Course. Peter Hoehn tells the story of the golf course to the visitors 4/30/07   Paul Farrar does show at Landmark Assisted Living-Stuart Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul", did a show for the Landmark Assisted Living Center in Stuart, VA on the evening of April 30, 2006 4/29/07   Chamber After Hours at Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA-May 1st “Business After Hours” at Laurel Hill – Birthplace of Confederate Major Gen. James Ewell Brown Stuart-Ararat, VA 4/27/07   May Day Festival at The Hollow History Center-Ararat-April 29 On Sunday, April 29, 2007, travel back to the simpler school days of our youth when all classes were dismissed to go outside and celebrate May Day. 4/26/07   Paul Farrar-Celebrity Cook at Landmark-Stuart, VA Mr. Paul Farrar, Celebrity Cook, will be at Landmark Center, Stuart, VA on April 30, 2007, 6:00 p. m. to demonstrate "Stawberries Zabalione". Reservations required. 4/25/07   Techbydesign reports on Benefits of Chamber Membership Betty Sue Haynes, owner of Techbydesigns, of Ararat, VA reports on the benefits of joining the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 4/25/07   Gas Price goes to $2.759 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went up to $2.759 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA 4/25/07   Business After Hours-Blue Ridge Visitor Center-Meadows of Dan-May 17 The Chamber will have business after hours at the Blue Ridge Visitor Center on May 17 at 5:30pm. Next door to Meadows Mercantile and Dee's Country Realty 4/24/07   Patrick Chamber Board Meets on April 26th-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors will have their monthly meeting on April 26, 2007 at the Landmark Assisted Livinig Center, Stuart, VA. 4/20/07   Job Fair Attracts over 50 businesses! The Job Fair set for April 20, in Stuart, VA attracts over 50 businesses and other organizations. Location: Rotary Field Time: 11:00am-6:00pm FREE. Handicap parking. LOTS OF DOOR PRIZES! 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   Bassett Funeral Services joins Patrick Chamber Bassett Funeral Service of Bassett, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 4/19/07   Pilson Automotive & Collision, LLC joins Patrick Chamber Pilson Automotive & Collision joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 4/19/07   Marolyne Nabors Joins Patrick County, VA Chamber Marolyne Nabors of Meadows of Dan, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 4/19/07   Gary Quesinberry joins Patrick County, VA Chamber Gary Quesinberry of Meadows of Dan, VA has joined 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. 4/18/07   Memorial Service for VA Tech Students-Homestead Apr. 22nd As a tribute to our fellow students and faculty who lost their lives during the recent tragic events at Virginia Tech, and as an opportunity to express our collective grief and sorrow, the Reynolds Homestead will be holding a special memorial service on S 4/18/07   POWER OUTAGE UPDATE AS OF 5PM TUESDAY APRIL 17 As of 5:00 PM Tuesday a total of 5,700 customers in Patrick County were without electricity. 4/18/07   WIND STORM REPORT-MARTINSVILLE BULLETIN APRIL 18 Wednesday, April 18, 2007 The wind may have died down, but it left massive power failures in its wake on Tuesday. 4/17/07   Chamber Office Closed April 17-2007 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway is closed April 17, 2007 due to power outage. We have had heavy wind damage in Patrick County in the last 48 hours. 4/17/07   Gas Price goes down to $2.699 at Stuart, VA On The Run Unleaded gasoline price went down to $2.699 at On The Run-Exxon in Stuart, VA 4/17/07   Appalachian Power Has 6500 customers out of power-Stuart, VA According to Appalachian Power's web site, 23000 customers were out of power in Virginia service territory early Monday morning due to the severe wind storm. 4/17/07   Chamber Office Closed-April 18 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA will be open in the afternooon (hopefully). But we still do not have electricity as of 11:30am If you cannot reach the office phone, call 276-692-6174 4/16/07   Patrick Chamber Office Closed - April 16 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office was closed all day, April 16, due to the power failure. 4/16/07   Wind Storm Hits Patrick County, VA A wind storm hit Patrick County, VA on Sunday night and continued into the day on Monday, April 16th. 4/16/07   The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have a Business After Hours networking event at Gordon Trent Golf Course on Thursday, April 19, from 5:30 p. m.-7:30 p. m. 4/15/07   Blue Ridge Locksmith joins Patrick Chamber Blue Ridge Locksmith & Enterprises, LLC of Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 4/14/07   Gasoline goes to $2.759 in Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline goes to $2.759 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA 4/14/07   Unemployment in Patrick Co., VA goes to 4.5%-Feb., 2007 The unemployment rate in Patrick County, Virginia was 4.5% in February, 2007. That is 385 people unemployed. Total civilian work force is 8553. 4/10/07   Mabry Mill Restaurant and Gift Shops opens April 28 Mabry Mill Restaurant and Gift Shop, operated by Forever Resorts, will be opened on April 28, 2007 at 8:00 a. m. 4/10/07   HomeCheck Professionals Joins Patrick Chamber HomeChek Professionals, LLC of Danville, VA joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 4/9/07   Gasoline goes to $2.679 in Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline goes to $2.679 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA 4/5/07   TRANSPORTATION PACKAGE ADOPTED!!! April 4-2007-RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine issued the following statement tonight on the General Assembly’s action on his amendments and vetoes during today’s Reconvened Session: 4/4/07   Chamber Office Closed April 9-Easter Monday The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will be closed on April 9, 2007, Easter Monday in observance of the holiday 4/4/07   Gasoline goes to $2.579 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline goes to $2.579 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA 4/3/07   OPENING OF NATION'S NEWEST NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM they expected to receive over 70,000 visitors to the new facility in the upcoming year, however, according to a recent economic impact study the number of visitors is estimated to be between 87,000 and 140,00. 4/2/07   Scenic View From Primland Resort-April 2nd This is a picture taken from the Busted Rock Road, at the Primland Resort, near Meadows of Dan, Virginia. 4/1/07   New Museum Open! – Martinsville, VA The new Virginia Museum of Natural History, heralded as ‘world class’ is finally open. The Grand Opening was held on March 31, 2007. 4/1/07   Surry County, NC Jobless Rate Rises Surry County, NC unemployment rate was up nearly 1 per cent in January, 2007. 3/31/07   Geobuilt Holds Open House at Patrick Springs, VA Geobuilt is holding an Open House on April 2, 4PM to dusk..... We'll put the Star Pavilion Tent up and set up our sound system...... 3/31/07   Big Band Bash Has Packed House at the Star Theatre-Stuart, VA The Second Annual Big Band Bash was held at the Historic Star Theatre on Saturday night, March 31st and had a packed house. 3/31/07   Blue Ridge Parkway Begins Spring Opening Visitor facilities along the Blue Ridge Parkway have begun to open for the season and will continue to do so until all are open by late May. 3/30/07   Gasoline Price goes to $2.539 at Stuart, VA Exxon On The Run (Exxon) at Stuart, VA ups unleaded gasoline price to $2.539 on Friday, March 30, 2007. 3/29/07   Adult College Fair 2007-Danville, VA - March 31st Talk with college representatives, and see how you can continue your education without leaving the Southside! March 31st, 2007 3/29/07   Peach Trees In Bloom-Via's Orchard-Critz The peach trees are in bloom at Via's Orchard, Critz, VA. This orchard is the home of the Virginia State Peach Festival. The date of the picture shown was March 29, 2007. Picture was made by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber 3/27/07   Gasoline Price goes to $2.479 in Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.479 per gallon at "On The Run", Exxon, in Stuart, VA 3/27/07   Tourism Training Class Tours Chateau Morrisette Winery The Tourism Ambassador Training class toured Chateau Morrisett Winery on March 26, 2007. 3/27/07   Tourism Class Tours Nancy's Candy Factory-Meadows of Dan The Tourism Ambassador class toured Nancy's Candy Factory on Monday, March 26, 2007 3/26/07   Richard Rogers WHEO Does News Report on New Home Construction Richard Rogers, Talk Show Host for WHEO, 1270 AM, Stuart, VA is dong a series of news reports on new home construction in Patrick County, Virginia 3/26/07   Red Bank Ruritan Club Has Success with Chocolate Easter Eggs Reb Bank Ruritan Club on Red Bank School Road, Claudville, VA has been making peanut butter filled chocolate Easter eggs as a fund rasier for their local club. 3/25/07   Workshop Set For Job Seekers-National College National College staff will offer a free workshop for job seekers from 9am-12 noon, Saturday, March 31 at the Martinsville Campus, 10 East Church Street, (Jefferson Plaza), Martinsville on the fifth floor. 3/25/07   Southern Living to Spotlight PHCC Craft School The School of Craft and Design is just getting to be known among local residents but it will get a much larger audience when it is featured in Southern Living magazine next year. 3/23/07   Greenberry House Joins Patrick Chamber Greenberry House is a unique yarn and spinning fiber shop filled with specialty yarns that are produced by small farmers throughout Virginia and North Carolina. 3/22/07   The Laurel Lea Joins Patrick Chamber The Laurel Lea a newspaper serving Meadows of Dan, Dugspur, Willis, Vesta and Laurel Fork has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/22/07   Victoria's Treasures Joins Patrick Chamber Victoria's Treasures, 301 Starling Avenue, Martinsville, VA 24112 has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/22/07   Silver Lining Design joins Patrick Chamber Silver Lining Design of Patrick Springs, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/21/07   JOB FAIR ANNOUNCED-APRIL 20TH - STUART, VA A Job Fair is planned for Patrick County, VA on April 20, 2007, in Stuart, VA, at the Rotary Field Building, Woodland Drive, 11:00am-6:00pm 3/20/07   Patrick County Unemployment Rate at 4.9% for January 2007 Patrick County Unemployment rate was 4.9% in January, 2007 and 428 peoople unemployed. 3/19/07   Gov. Kaine Announces Virginia Is Most Business Friendly State RICHMOND – Governor Timothy M. Kaine announced today that Virginia has been designated as America’s most business-friendly state in the annual independent study Top Ten Pro-Business States: America’s Economy in the 21st Century. 3/14/07   Janice Wilkins Meets with Del. Ward Armstrong Janice Wilkins, President of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce and CEO of RJR Patrick County Memorial Hospital is pictured here with Del. Ward Armstrong, D-Collinsville, the new minority leader in the Virginia House of Delegates. 3/13/07   J & P Contractors Joins Patrick Chamber J & P Contractors, Inc. of Stuart, VA, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/12/07   Resume Writing Workshop-Stuart, VA March 27, 2007, 10am-1pm and April 17, 2007, 4pm-7pm in Stuart, VA 3/10/07   Anthony Byrd Construction joins Patrick Chamber Anthony Byrd Construction of Woolwine, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/10/07   GRAND OPENING Nunn Memorials - Stuart, VA Nunn Memorials opened their 3rd store in Stuart, VA, on Rt. 103, Dry Pond Highway on Saturday, March 10, 2007. 3/9/07   News-Several Job Openings in Patrick County Today’s Enterprise (Stuart, VA), March 7, reports several new job openings as follows: 3/9/07   Gas Price goes to $2.399 at On the Run Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $2.399 per gallon at the Exxon "On The Run" in Stuart, VA 3/9/07   Re-enactors Make Appearance at the Martinsville Trade Show Re-enactors, Mike Pendleton, Shirley Keene and Marvin Keene attended the Fast Track 2007-Martinsville, VA Trade Show. 3/9/07   Patrick Chamber Booth Popular at the Martinsville Trade Show The Patrick CountyChamber of Commerce display booth at Fast Track 2007-Trade Show in Martinsville, VA was a very popular stop to those attending the event on Wednesday night, March 8, 2007 3/8/07   Pre-Paid Legal Services joins Patrick County Chamber Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/8/07   Jon Wood will drive Car 21 in Las Vegas-March 11 Jon Wood will drive the car 21, Wood Brothers, on Sunday, March 11, 2007 in Las Vegas for the UAW-Daimler Chrysler 400 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup race. 3/8/07   Spaghetti Dinner-Patrick Springs Fire Dept. Spaghetti Dinner: March 10, Sponsored by the Patrick Springs Fire Dept. Ladies Auxiliary. 3/7/07   Tom Bishop Represents Patrick County at the Martinsville Trade Show Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce, represents Patrick County at the Martinsville Trade Show on March 6 and 7. 3/7/07   Reigning Miss Patrick County Makes Appearance at Trade Show Reigning Miss Patrick County makes an appearance at the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce display at the Martinsville Fast Track 2007 (Trade Show), on the evening of March 6. 3/7/07   Paul Farrar films TV Production at Trade Show March 6 Mr. Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul", films a TV production for Cable Channel 21, at the Martinsville Fast Track 2007-Trade Show on the evening of March 6th. 3/7/07   DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME STARTS SUNDAY The time will “spring forward” on Sunday, March 11, one hour. Daylight Savings time will end on November 4. 3/6/07   Museum of Natural History Grand Opening Planned for Mar. 29 March 29th is for a Member Reception from 5:30 to 7:30 at the new facility. 3/3/07   Fire At Peters Creek, near Carter's Mt.-Stuart, VA Several cabins were saved throughout a week-end ordeal involving Earth, Wind, and Fire. 3/2/07   Gasoline goes to $2.339 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline goes to $2.339 per gallon at the Exxon, "On The Run", Stuart, VA 3/2/07   Virginia State Peach Festival Schedule - August 6-11, 2007 The Virginia State Peach Festival Schedule is shown below, so that exhibitors, vendors and crafters can plan for this jam packed week of fun and celebration in Patrick County, VA 3/2/07   Virginia Peach Festival Vendor and Craft Registration-August 11 Anyone wishing to register as a vendor or crafter for the 20th Annual Virginia State Peach Festival in Patrick County, Virginia see below registration information. 3/1/07   Fun Facts Radio joins Patrick County Chamber Fun Facts Radio, an Internet based radio station broadcasting 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/1/07   "Cooking With Paul" joins the Patrick County Chamber Radio and TV personality, Paul Farrar, "Cooking With Paul", has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 3/1/07   ADULT COLLEGE FAIR- Danville, Va visit the ADULT COLLEGE FAIR m31st from 10am - 2pm at THE INSTITUTE FOR ADVANCED LEARNING AND RESEARCH. 2/28/07   Peaks of Otter Winery Joins Patrick Chamber Peaks of Otter Winery and Johnson's Orchard of Bedford, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 2/28/07   Dr. Robert Morris Appointed as Patrick County School Supt. Dr. Robert N. Morris was appointed as the Patrick County School Superintendent effective July 1, 2007. 2/28/07   Town of Stuart Seeks Grant for $700,000 The Town of Stuart, Virginia is seeking a Community Block Grant for revitalization of the uptown commercial business district. 2/28/07   Tom Bishop speaks at Town Council hearing on Feb. 21 Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce spoke at the hearing on Feb. 21 at the Town Council meeting in favor of the Community Block Grant proposal. 2/28/07   Gasoline prices advances to $2.299 at On The Run-Stuart, VA The unleaded gasoline price advances to $2.299 at "On The Run", Exxon, in Stuart, VA-USA 2/27/07   Gasoline Price goes to $2.259 at On The Run-Stuart, VA The price of unleaded gasoline went up to $2.259 at "On The Run" Exxon, Stuart, VA on Feb. 27, 2007 2/25/07   Del Ward Armstrong elected Minority Leader-State Legislature Democrats in the House of Delegates on Saturday elected a new Minority Leader, Ward L. Armstrong of Henry County. 2/25/07   Tourism Ambassador Training Starting March 5 running through April 10, starting on Monday's at 9:00am-1:00pm at the Primland Resort Stable Saloon, Meadows of Dan, VA 2/22/07   Fire on Rt. 8, South of Stuart A fire occurred on Feb. 22 on Route 8 South of Stuart, VA in an open field an residential yard. Several volunteer fire departments responded and put it out. 2/21/07   Gasoline Price goes to $2.149 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Gasoline price, regular unleaded, went to $2.149 at "On The Run" Exxon, Stuart, VA. 2/20/07   2007 Blue Ridge Parkway Directory Now Available The 2007 Blue Ridge Parkway Directory and Travel Planner is now available. Call the Patrick County Chamber office for more information, 276-694-6012. 2/18/07   Gasoline Goes to $2.099 at Stuart, VA Gasoline price, regular unleaded, went to $2.099 at "On The Run" Exxon, Stuart, VA. 2/17/07   Mabry Mill Iced Over-Feb. 15th Mabry Mill, located on the Blue Ridge Parkway, near Meadows of Dan, VA is iced over due to the ice storm that hit that area. 2/16/07   ANGIE BROWN NAMED SITE DIRECTOR FOR PHCC-Stuart Angie Brown of Stuart has been named site director for the Patrick Henry Community College (PHCC) Patrick County site located in DeHart Park in Stuart. 2/16/07   SURREY BANCORP REPORTS 2006 PROFITS OF MORE THAN 2 MILLION Mt. Airy-based Surrey Bancorp announced Wednesday that it had posted earnings of $2,650,893 or $.076 per fully diluted share for 2006. 2/16/07   Rabbit Ridge Enterprises joins Patrick Chamber Rabbit Ridge Enterprises of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 2/16/07   Southern Traditions of Ararat joins the Patrick Chamber Southern Traditions of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 2/16/07   Paul Farrar Cooks Chicken-n Dumplings at Food Lion-Stuart Paul Farrar, "Cooking with Paul", prepares Chicken-n Dumplings at the Food Lion store in Stuart, VA on February 16. 2/16/07   J. D. Higgins comes to Food Lion, Stuart, VA J. D. Higgins made a personal appearance at the Food Lion store in Stuart, VA on February 16, 2007. 2/15/07   Cooking With Paul-Food Lion-Stuart, VA Paul Farrar, Cooking With Paul, will be cooking "chicken-n' dumplings" at the Stuart Food Lion, Feb. 16, 5-6pm. 2/14/07   Minnie Martin Autographs Picture A customer of Just Plain Country 2/14/07   Ice Storm in Meadows of Dan, VA Many were out of power on the morning of Feb. 15, due to the heavy ice storm which hit the tops of the mountains in Patrick and Floyd Counties. 2/13/07   Tom Perry-Free State of Patrick- Join Patrick Chamber Mr. Tom Perry and FREE STATE OF PATRICK joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Tom is an author from Ararat, VA and has written books about Gen. J. E. B. Stuart. 2/13/07   Primland Among Top Golf Courses Travel and Leisure Golf magazine named The Highland Course at Primland Resort, located in Meadows of Dan, as one of its top 10 new courses in the U. S. in a recent issue. 2/12/07   College Course Helps Student Start Business Peggy Rakes of Woolwine, VA, has started a new business called, Silks, Ribbons and Roses in the first floor of her home. The business has been opened less than two months. 2/12/07   Gasoline Price goes to $2.079 in Stuart, VA The unleaded gasoline price at "On The Run", Stuart, VA is now at $2.079. The station is an Exxon brand 2/9/07   J. E. B. STUART'S BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION-Just Plain Country-Feb. 10 At Just Plain Country Antique & Crafter's Mall, 301 South Main Street, Stuart, VA. Telephone: 276-694-5556, Feb. 10, 2007 2/9/07   Tourism Ambassador Training, starting March 5th Where: Primland Resort Stable Saloon When: 9:00 A. M.-1:00 P. M., March 5, 12, 19, 26 and April 2 and 10 2/8/07   JON WOOD REVS UP CAR #21 FOR THE FIRST TIME Jon Wood, third-generation member of the famed WOOD BROTHERS family, crossed a famous milestone Monday, January 29th, at exactly 9am PST. 2/8/07   HEALTH DEPARTMENT FINDS NO HOSPITAL DEFICIENCIES The Virginia Department of Health found no deficiencies at R.J.Reynolds Patrick County Memorial Hospital during a December inspection, according to Hospital Administrator Janice Wilkins. 2/8/07   Gasoline Price up to $2.039 in Stuart, VA Regular unleaded gasoline is now at $2.039 at "On The Run", Stuart, VA. 2/8/07   Job Fair-StarTek-Martinsville Feb. 12 The Virginia Employment Commission will be assisting StarTek Business Process Outsourcing with a Job Fair on Monday, February 12, 2007, from 5:00pm-7:00pm. 2/7/07   Brian J. Jessup CPA Acquires Saunders Tax Service of Martinsville Brian J. Jessup, CPA, PLC, Certified Public Accountant’s is pleased to announce the acquisition of Saunders Tax Service, Inc. of Martinsville, VA effective January 1, 2007. 2/6/07   BURNETTE IS PATRICK'S NEW ADMINISTRATOR 2/6/07   Techbydesigns joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Techbydesigns, owned by Betty Sue Haynes of Ararat, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 2/6/07   Chest Presented to Patrick County Historical Society A cherry chest, which belonged to the J.E.B. Stuart family, made in Patrick County in the early 1800's was presented to the Patrick County Historical Museum on loan from the the J.E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust. 2/6/07   JEB Stuart Preservation Trust Celebrates 174th Birthday Members from the J. E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust met at the Patrick County Historical Museum to celebrate the birthday of Gen. J. E.B. Stuart on February 6, 2007. 2/5/07   Fast Track 2007-Martinsville Trade Show, Mar 7 This is the region's Premier Trade Show off Rives Rd In Martinsville at the former VF/Bassett Walker Complex. 4-8pm, Mar. 7, $3 admission. Open to the public. 2/5/07   Gasoline Prices goes up to $1.999 in Stuart, VA Gasoline prices goes to $1.999 for regular grade at On The Run at Stuart, VA. 2/5/07   Results of Stuart has Job Fair-Feb. 8-9 for Customer Serv. Reps. Location: 105 Progress Drive, in the Rich Creek Business Park, Stuart, VA. Telephone: 276-694-6515 2/3/07   Stafford's Music and Arts Centers has Grand Opening Stafford's Music and Center for the Arts had their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting on Saturday, Feb. 3, 2007 at 109 N.Main Street, Stuart, VA. 2/2/07   Slide Program-J. E. B. Stuart’s Last Ride: The Battle of Yellow Tavern Feb. 6, 2006, 6:30 p. m. at Mt. Airy Public Library. Presented by Tom Perry, Founder of the J. E. B. Stuart Birthplace Preservation Trust, Inc. 2/1/07   Workforce Investment Board Joins Patrick Chamber The West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board (Region 17) has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 1/31/07   Covered Bridge Festival May Become State Festival The Covered Bridge Festival in Woolwine, VA is being considered in the General Assembly as a State Festival. 1/31/07   Joseph R. Cobbe Named to the Tobacco Settlement Financing Corp Joseph R. Cobbe, CPA from Martinsville has been name to serve on the Board of the Tobacco Settlement Financing Corporation by Governor Tim Kaine. 1/30/07   Minimum Wage Bill Advances-From $5.15 to $6.50 Minimum wage bill advances It would increase Va.'s from $5.15 to $6.50 per hour on July 1 Richmond Times-Dispatch Jan 30, 2007 1/30/07   Richard Rogers Compiling News Story about Construction in Patrick County Richard Rogers, Talk Show Host for WHEO radio, 1270 AM, Stuart, VA is in the process of compiling a news story about the construction industry in Patrick County. 1/30/07   FREE Customer Service Training Virginia Tourism Corporation presents a Free Customer Service Training for the Hospitality Industry at the Patrick Henry Community College-Patrick Campus, Stuart, VA 1/29/07   SamCo Construction Joins Patrick County Chamber Samco Construction, Inc. of 102B Rye Cove St., Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 1/29/07   SB 857 for Bond Issue for U. S. Rt. 58 taken up by Senate Finance Com Senate Bill 857 to issue additional bonds not to exceed $196 million to fund certain Transportation projects in Rt. 58 Corridor will be taken into consideration by the Senate Finance Committee on January 30 1/29/07   Gasoline Price at $1.939-On The Run-Stuart, VA Regular Gasoline price on Monday, Jan. 29, 2007 was at $1.939 at On The Run Exxon station on Blue Ridge Avenue, Stuart, VA. On The Run is owned by Clark Gas & Oil. 1/27/07   New Jerusalem Sings At Patrick County Music Association New Jerusalem a popular young group of singers shared the music program at the Patrick County Music Association on Saturday night, January 27, 2006. 1/27/07   J. C. Joyce Trucking and Paving joins Patrick Chamber J. C. Joyce Trucking and Paving company of Patrick Springs, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 1/26/07   Citizens Telephone Builds Fiber to Stuart, VA January 26, 2007 -- Citizens, a full-service communications, and entertainment provider headquartered in Floyd Virginia, announced today that the veteran Communication Company is in the process of completing a 19 mile fiber optic build that will 1/25/07   Chip Slate Announces Candidacy Thursday, January 25, 2007 By DEBBIE HALL - Bulletin Staff Writer Three Patrick County candidates have announced they will run in the November election. 1/24/07   Patrick County Population is Up! According to today's Martinsville Bulletin, Patrick County, VA population has grown 1.8% and in 2006 stands at 19,517, up from 19,407 in 2000. 1/24/07   Republican delegates stand firm on roads plan House Republican leaders said yesterday that they're not budging on their proposed diversion of new cash from schools, cops and health care. 1/24/07   Job fair to feature more than 850 jobs-Danville,VA-Jan. 25 DANVILLE - With more than 850 jobs available, job seekers will have a tremendous variety of opportunities at the community-wide Job Fair Thursday, Jan. 25, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Institute for Advanced Learning & Research in Danville. 1/22/07   Plant Shutdown in Mt. Airy, NC Has Regional Impact-Retraining Urgent Cross Creek Apparel, Inc., Mt. Airy, NC recently announced it would close the plant and cut 300 manufacturing jobs in August, 2007. 1/21/07   Callie Martin-Named Affiliate of the Year Callie Martin of Real Estate Review was named Affiliate of the Year by the Martinsville, Henry and Patrick Counties Association of Realtors. 1/21/07   Doris Berry Receiveds Diamond Award Doris Berry of Berry-Elliott Realty in Martinsville received the Diamond Award by the Association of Realtors for sales at least $4 million in 2006 1/21/07   Hilda Cockram receives Platnium Award Hilda Cockram received the Platnium Award by the Association of Realtors for sales $3 million-$3.99 million. 1/21/07   Mavin Harris Receives the Platnium Award Mr. Mavin Harris of Blue Ridge Realty in Stuart, VA has received the Platnium Award by the Realtors Association. 1/21/07   Jennifer Fain and James Wagoner Received Gold Award Jennifer Fain and James Wagoner of Lambert Realty in Stuart, VA received the Gold Award from the Association of Realtor. 1/21/07   Vern Berry Receives the Gold Award Vern Berry of Berry-Elliott Realty received the Gold Award from the Association of Realtors. 1/20/07   2007 VIRGINIA TRAVEL GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE The Virginia Travel Guide now available at the Patrick County Chamber Commerce at 20475 Jeb Stewart Hwy. Stuart, Va. 1/20/07   Lost & Found Play at Historic Star Theatre The popular Bluegrass group, Lost and Found, played Saturday night, January 20th at the Historic Star Theatre in Downtown Stuart, VA. 1/19/07   Citizens Offers Higher Speeds for Internet Service Effective January 1, 2007, Citizens of Floyd, VA is offering higher Internet speeds for no change in price. 1/19/07   Total Communications of Mt. Airy, NC joins Patrick Chamber Total Communications Systems and Solutions of Mt. Airy, NC has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 1/19/07   Gasoline Price $1.979 In Stuart, VA Regular gasoline price at "On The Run" in Stuart, VA is at $1.979. On January 1st it was $2.169 1/19/07   ***Trasportation Compromise Reached by Virginia Legislature AP-Republican legislators announced a compromise transportation reform package Thursday, January 18, that includes nearly $1.4 billion yearly in state and regional funds and $2 billion in debt. 1/19/07   Cross Creek Closing doors in Mt. Airy, NC, Aug. 31 One of Surry County, NC largest employers and one of the oldest textile firms, Cross Creek Apparel will be closed by fall, putting about 300 employees out of work. 1/19/07   West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board Joins Patrick Chamber The West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. 1/18/07   Richard Rogers Compliments Patrick County Chamber Richard Rogers, WHEO, radio host for the Great Day In The Morning show wrote this in his daily radio blog for the WHEO Internet site. 1/18/07   Hooker Furniture Announces loss of 277 jobs in Martinsville The loss of jobs will be at the Martinsville, VA manufacturing division when the plant closes in March, 2007. 1/17/07   Stafford's Music and Center for Arts Planned Opening Grand Opening planned for Feb. 3. 109 North Main Street, Stuart, VA. Telephone 276-694-5795 or 276-629-8099 1/17/07   JOBLESS RATE 3.8% in NOVEMBER 2006 JOBLESS RATES DIP 1/17/07   DANVILLE TO HOST REGIONAL JOB FAIR THURSDAY, JAN.25th 1/16/07   Press Release by Roscoe Reynolds-Route 58 "Improvements on Route 58" PRESS RELEASE - JANUARY 16, 2007 FROM: SENATOR ROSCOE REYNOLDS 1/15/07   Parkway Visits Increase in 2006 For the first time since 2002, the number of people who drove the Blue Ridge Parkway's scenic stretches increased in 2006. 1/15/07   Janice Wilkins New Chamber President Janice Wilkins, CEO of the RJR Patrick County Memorial Hospital has accepted the Director position of President of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 1/15/07   H. Dean Goad Accepts Vice-President Position with Patrick Chamber Harold Dean Goad has accepted the position as Vice-President of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce 1/15/07   Gasoline Price drops to $2.039 per gallon in Stuart, VA Today's gasoline price at the Clark Gas and Oil Exxon in Stuart, VA is $2.039 for regular grade. 1/10/07   Primland Golf Course Named Top 10 In US The Highland Course at Primland Resort, the new Virginia golf course designed by world-class links architect Donald Steel, at Meadows of Dan, VA, has been selected by Travel and Leisure Golf magazine as one of the top 10 new courses in the U. S. in its la 1/10/07   Mabry Mill Gets Snow-January 9 On January 9, 2007 Mabry Mill on the Floyd County and Patrick County lines, got a light covering of snow. 1/10/07   Snow on Parkway January 9, 2007 On January 9, 2007 the Blue Ridge Parkway in Patrick County, VA experienced approximately 1 inch of snow. 1/10/07   Brian Jessup, CPA Steps Down As Chamber Treasurer Brian Jessup, CPA, and Treasurer of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce steps down effective January 5, 2007. 1/10/07   Tom Bishop Gives Annual Report at Chamber Banquet Tom Bishop, Executive Director, of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce gave the following status report at the Annual Banquet held at the Historic Star Theatre on January 5th. 1/9/07   Tom Perry Announces New Book: Stuart's Birthplace-Laurel Hill For Immediate Release: Ararat, Virginia, January 9, 2007 Tom Perry is pleased to announce publication of Stuart’s Birthplace: The History of the Laurel Hill Farm. Perry hopes to have the book available on February 6, 2007, J. E. B. Stuart’s 174th Bi 1/5/07   Chamber Announces new Officers & Directors for Year 2007 Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce announced the new Executive Board for the year 2007.

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