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MGCC celebrates success of high school students in Advanced Healthcare Assistant program
Clifton Forge, VA – MGCC is proud to commemorate the achievements of high school students from Parry McCluer, Alleghany, and Bath counties who have completed comprehensive healthcare trainings as part of the Advanced Healthcare Assistant (AHA) program in just one year. Among the accomplished students, seven are currently employed as CNAs in local nursing homes, […] The post MGCC celebrates success of high school students in Advanced Healthcare Assistant program appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Whistleblower lawsuit filed against Alleghany-Covington Dept of Social Services: Dir Tammy Wilson, Chair David Crosier named
Alleghany County, VA (Virginian Review) — The Local Alleghany-Covington Department of Social Services (local DSS) is facing a Whistleblower and wrongful termination lawsuit from a former employee. The lawsuit, which names the local DSS, also directly names Director Tammy Wilson, and Chairman David Crosier. The Virginian Review has confirmed the lawsuit’s filing and is investigating […] The post Whistleblower lawsuit filed against Alleghany-Covington Dept of Social Services: Dir Tammy Wilson, Chair David Crosier named appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Mid-City Music Festival underway in Covington
COVINGTON, VA (LOOTPRESS) – The Mid-City Music Festival has gotten underway in Covington, Virginia, promising two days of live music, entertainment, and community activities. The festival, which kicked off Friday evening and will continue on Saturday, June 8, is a free public event for the entire community. The festival will be open until 9 PM […]
Wayside man sentenced to 60 years for computer solicitation of a minor in Virginia
ALLEGHANY COUNTY VA (WVDN) – On June 3, 2024 in the Alleghany County Circuit Court, Joseph Clay Marks, 40, of Wayside, West Virginia, was sentenced to 60 years in prison to be suspended after serving a 15-year active sentence for computer solicitation of a minor. Marks pled guilty to three counts of using a computer […] The post Wayside man sentenced to 60 years for computer solicitation of a minor in Virginia appeared first on West Virginia Daily News.
Fourth Annual Veterans in the Park – Thank You
Curtis A Smith VFW Post 1033 and Auxiliary would like to thank Kars Unlimited for another successful year of supporting our veterans throughout the area. Kars Unlimited is a non profit group of car enthusiasts in the Alleghany Highlands that share a common bond in their interest in cars and their desire to support local […] The post Fourth Annual Veterans in the Park – Thank You appeared first on The Virginian Review.
‘The Construction of Music’: Garth Newel Music Center’s 2024-2025 season begins June 29
Garth Newel Music Center, Virginia’s only year-round chamber music venue, has announced its 2024–2025 season, “The Construction of Music.”. The new season begins June 29, 2024 and continues through Memorial Day weekend 2025. Concerts are paired with optional gourmet meals in the company of the artists who have just performed.
Curtis A Smith VFW Post 1033 Auxiliary Honors Area Nursing Home Veterans for Memorial Day
Honoring our area nursing home veterans started with Valentines for Veterans and our Senior Vice President, Becky Lane, wanted to do more so she started making gift bags with a personal touch for each veteran and enclosing a card. Gift bags were given for Christmas, Valentines Day, Easter and Memorial Day. Members of the auxiliary […] The post Curtis A Smith VFW Post 1033 Auxiliary Honors Area Nursing Home Veterans for Memorial Day appeared first on The Virginian Review.
River & Trail Day to connect people with nature in Alleghany County
ALLEGHANY COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - Alleghany County Parks and Recreation is launching its first ever River & Trail Day. Recreation Assistant Supervisor Katlyn Smals joined Here @ Home to explain more about the inaugural event and its goal to offer family fun and showcase the beauty of their community. The...
AHPS recognizes retiring employees
Alleghany Highlands Public Schools leaders Kim Halterman and Melinda Snead-Johnson joined with other school officials in hosting a breakfast on May 30 in honor of 2023-2024 retirees. Fifteen employees were recognized. They have a combined 307 years of experience. First row: (left to right) Debra Rusmisel, Cynthia Sites, Kathleen Sexton, Patricia Byer. Second row: Chris […] The post AHPS recognizes retiring employees appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon to be held on Saturday, June 8
On Saturday, June 8th the Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K & 5K will take place on the Jackson River Scenic Trail in Alleghany County. The trail will be occupied by over 400 participants, many of which are traveling to the Alleghany Highlands from all over the country. Please use caution when driving […] The post Jackson River Scenic Trail Marathon to be held on Saturday, June 8 appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Alleghany Highlands Regional Library to Host Magic Show as Part of Summer Reading Program
The Alleghany Highlands Regional Library will host Steve Somers and his performance of “The Once Upon a Time Magic Show” on Wednesday, June 12 th , at 11 a.m. at the Granbery Memorial United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. “The Once Upon a Time Magic Show” is a fairy tale adventure that engages readers with important […] The post Alleghany Highlands Regional Library to Host Magic Show as Part of Summer Reading Program appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Star Wars Display Held Over at Clifton Forge Public Library
Due to community interest, the Clifton Forge Public Library is extending its Star Wars display throughout the month of June. The display features characters from various Star Wars movies and the streaming service Disney+ that focus on the Mandalorian and the Bounty Hunters. Also included is Slave One, the attack craft used by famous bounty […] The post Star Wars Display Held Over at Clifton Forge Public Library appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Clash of the Council: Iron Gate Meeting Goes Off the Rails
The typically uneventful and mundane Iron Gate town council meeting turned into a battlefield of clashing personalities during Thursday night’s regularly scheduled meeting. The air was thick with tension as the town’s leaders gathered to discuss new and old business, minutes, bills, stoves, etc. What was intended to be a routine meeting of civic-minded individuals […] The post Clash of the Council: Iron Gate Meeting Goes Off the Rails appeared first on The Virginian Review.
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