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

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

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

Russell County & St. Paul VA – Takeaways from the 01-12-2026 Meeting of the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission

APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING LOCAL GRANT WAS RECOMMENDED BY THE COMMISSION: Russell County Board of Supervisors (#4430) Three Rivers Destination Center – Planning Grant for A&E and Construction Readiness $260,000.00 Requested Project Summary: Commission funds are requested to complete planning and design work for the Three Rivers Destination Center in St. Paul. This request will… Read More Russell County & St. Paul VA – Takeaways from the 01-12-2026 Meeting of the Virginia Tobacco Region Revitalization Commission