Virginia Senate Passes Affordable Medicine Act with Overwhelming Bipartisan Support

RICHMOND – – – Legislation to help rein in the cost of prescription drugs for Virginians passed the Virginia Senate on Feb. 6, 2026 by an overwhelming 31-8 vote. An identical House bill was recommended for reporting by a House appropriations subcommittee this afternoon with a bipartisan 6-1 vote and should be taken up on the… Read More Virginia Senate Passes Affordable Medicine Act with Overwhelming Bipartisan Support

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Celtic Duo “KINNFOLK” to play at the Jettie Baker Center

Clintwood, VA – Husband-and-wife duo Josh and Julie Kinn weave octave mandolin, bodhrán (Irish drum), and smooth vocal harmonies into their Celtic folk music from the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From sea shanties and working songs, to trad tunes and old-time favorites, Kinnfolk’s fresh take on classics blends seamlessly with their original compositions. They share stories as enduring as tartan,… Read More Celtic Duo “KINNFOLK” to play at the Jettie Baker Center

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Traditional Fusion Piano Trio to play UVA Wise: Dave Eggar, Peter Ryan, & Sean Claire with Broadway Star, Maya Days

COMING UP ON FEBRUARY 1, 2026… Wise, VA – – – Cellist and five-time Grammy nominated composer Dave Eggar (pictured at right) joins UVA Wise’s own pianist Peter Ryan and Symphony of the Mountains Concertmaster Sean Claire for Traditional Fusion: Appalachian/Classical Fusion Works for Piano Trio featuring Broadway star Maya Days on Sunday, February 1st at 2 p.m. in Cantrell Hall on the UVA… Read More Traditional Fusion Piano Trio to play UVA Wise: Dave Eggar, Peter Ryan, & Sean Claire with Broadway Star, Maya Days

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Virginia Federation of Humane Societies receives $20K grant from ASPCA

Funds to help animals in Southwest Virginia Edinburg, VA — The Virginia Federation of Humane Societies (VFHS) today announced that its High Five VA program has received a $20,000 grant from the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) to improve the health and adoptability of animals housed in shelters across… Read More Virginia Federation of Humane Societies receives $20K grant from ASPCA

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