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This is a view from an overlook at The Devil’s Den Nature Preserve which was recently cleared out by the Friends of the Blue Ridge. The preserve is open from May 1 thru October 31. There is no fee to enter The Preserve, donations are welcomed. Beginning at 11 a.m. on May 4 fun special activities will include amusing historical story tellers who will provide insights into some of Carroll County’s pioneers, guided tours down the mountain to the Devil’s Den Cave opening and kite flying on the beautiful mountain top meadow.
Humane Society set to receive grant from "Petco Love" nonprofit
GALAX– The Twin County Humane Society announced on April 9 it is set to receive a $2,500 grant investment from national nonprofit Petco Love in support of their lifesaving work for animals in the Twin Counties. Petco Love is a national nonprofit leading change for pets by harnessing the power of love to make communities and pet families closer, stronger, and healthier. Since its founding in 1999, Petco Love has invested $375 million in adoption and other lifesaving efforts. And Petco Love helps find loving...
Blue Ridge Music Center to reopen for season on May 2
The Blue Ridge Music Center will reopen to visitors for the season on Thursday, May 2, with a free Midday Mountain Music performance from noon to 3 p.m. by Scott Freeman and Willard Gayheart. The Visitor Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday-Monday, from May 2-20, and daily from May 23-Oct. 31.
Crooked Road music trail celebrates 20 years
The Crooked Road is celebrating two decades of contributing to the creative economy in Southwest Virginia, and will mark the occasion with a series of performances – including an August show in Galax. The Crooked Road was designated as Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail by the General Assembly in 2004....
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