Category: ANNOUNCEMENTS

George Washington and Jefferson National Forest issues fire restrictions for Appalachian Trail

Roanoke, VA, May 11, 2026 In response to elevated fire danger, George Washington and Jefferson National Forest have instituted fire restrictions within a quarter mile of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail as it passes through the Mount Rogers National Recreation area.  Building, maintaining, attending or using a fire, campfire or stove fire is prohibited.   The restrictions are effective immediately and will be in place until rescinded by… Read More George Washington and Jefferson National Forest issues fire restrictions for Appalachian Trail

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Pro-Art’s CAMP CREATE! Welcomes Students for Summer 2026

Norton, VA – Pro-Art is thrilled to announce the return of its children’s theater camp for Summer 2026. Camp Create! will center around a musical theater production of “Hadestown: Teen Edition” by Anaïs Mitchell, a production Newsday hailed as, “Achingly beautiful, thought-provoking, powerful and prophetic.” All youth ages 10 to 17 are encouraged to apply.  There… Read More Pro-Art’s CAMP CREATE! Welcomes Students for Summer 2026

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Isaiah 117 House to Host Fundraising Event in Wise, Scott, and Lee Counties and the City of Norton

Isaiah 117 House, a nonprofit dedicated to changing the way foster care begins, is hosting a fundraising event on March 17th, at 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM, at Glamorgan Chapel. The event will help continue fundraising for Isaiah 117 House in Wise, Scott, and Lee Counties and the City of Norton, and will consist of… Read More Isaiah 117 House to Host Fundraising Event in Wise, Scott, and Lee Counties and the City of Norton

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‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network Awarded Virginia Humanities Grant to Elevate Southwest Virginia Artisans 

ABINGDON, Va. (Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2026) — ‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network has received a $15,000 grant from Virginia Humanities to launch Crafting Community: Artisan Storytelling & Heritage Training in Southwest Virginia, a project designed to share the voices of regional makers while preserving and passing along the traditions that define the region. Approved by… Read More ‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network Awarded Virginia Humanities Grant to Elevate Southwest Virginia Artisans 

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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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