PRO-ART’S CAMP CREATE HEADS TO THE SWAMP! Norton, VA – This summer, Camp Create! welcomed students for a month-long residency at Central High School—and now they’re ready to take the stage. Pro-Art’s Camp Create! proudly presents the hilarious stage spectacle “Shrek The Musical JR.” on Friday, July 25th and Saturday, July 26th at 6 p.m.… Read More “SHREK THE MUSICAL JR.” On Stage at Central High School in Norton
GOLDEN DUST TO GOLDEN DUST Being a “golden oldie”, I usually read all the little tips for preserving at least a tiny bit of brain power. Of course, I do not follow all the suggestions, but I have arrived at a “golden rule” of my own: Learn at least one thing a day. It can… Read More A Beautiful Short Story by Local Author, Sharon Pigeon
Wise, VA – The University of Virginia’s College at Wise (UVA Wise) is proud to host one of the region’s most anticipated summer traditions as the Pro-Art Association launches its 49th season with the 13th annual Symphony by the Lake. This beloved event returns to the Lawn by the Lake at UVA Wise on Saturday, July… Read More PRO-ART Launches 49th Season With 13th Annual Symphony by the Lake at UVA Wise
© Jack Wright In the very successful 2000 movie O Brother, Where Art Thou? Ralph Stanley sings the Appalachian dirge “Oh Death” popularized by Dock Boggs of Needmore. According to Stanley, T-Bone Burnett, music director for the film, initially wanted Stanley to perform the song with Ralph playing and singing in the Dock Boggs style. Though Stanley… Read More A Retrospective of the Well-Known Musician and the Influences That Inspired Him…
© Jerry F. Couch IN YEARS GONE BY, the sports rivalry between St. Paul High School and Castlewood High School was repeated each year. In most cases this rivalry was lighthearted. But there were times when it morphed into post-game confrontations, fights, and vandalism. When that happened, a stern reprimand would be issued by the… Read More Castlewood vs. St. Paul – SWVA Football Rivalry 1989