Friends of Southwest Virginia Announce Winners of the 2026 SWVA Tourism Awards

Awards Luncheon Held During the Celebrate Tourism Summit in Wytheville WYTHEVILLE, Va. (Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2026) – Nearly 200 tourism professionals gathered on Tuesday at the seventh annual Celebrate Tourism Summit at the Wytheville Meeting Center, which was presented by Visit Wytheville, Virginia Tourism Corporation, and Friends of Southwest Virginia. During the event, Friends of Southwest… Read More Friends of Southwest Virginia Announce Winners of the 2026 SWVA Tourism Awards

AARP Virginia Celebrates Legislative Victories for Family Caregivers and Consumers

ARP‑backed bills on paid family leave, cryptocurrency kiosks, insulin prices and more signed by Gov. Abigail Spanberger RICHMOND — From family caregivers to homeowners, Virginians will see tangible benefits from AARP‑backed bills signed into law this month by Gov. Abigail Spanberger, including stronger consumer protections, lower insulin costs and fewer barriers to building an accessory dwelling… Read More AARP Virginia Celebrates Legislative Victories for Family Caregivers and Consumers

George Washington and Jefferson National Forest Announces Seasonal Hiring for 2026 Recreation Season

Roanoke, Virginia, February 20, 2026 — The George Washington and Jefferson National Forest is hiring seasonal employees for the upcoming recreation season and is encouraging local residents to apply.  “Our seasonal employees are the backbone of summer operations—keeping our campgrounds, trails and recreation sites open, safe and welcoming for visitors,” said Forest Supervisor Joby Timm. “These positions offer meaningful work, hands-on experience and the chance… Read More George Washington and Jefferson National Forest Announces Seasonal Hiring for 2026 Recreation Season

‘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 

VIRGINIA’S 2026 SPRING FIRE SEASON IS HERE

Statewide 4 p.m. burning law in effect Feb. 15 through April 30 CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Joining fire departments across the Commonwealth, the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) announces the start of spring fire season. Virginia’s statewide burning law – which prohibits outdoor burning between midnight and 4 p.m. – is in effect from Feb. 15 through April… Read More VIRGINIA’S 2026 SPRING FIRE SEASON IS HERE