posted Jul 10, 2010 3:00 AM by Jessie Hall
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Saturday, July 10th -- 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m
Unbridled Change is hosting its first annual Bluegrass on the Maggoddee fundraiser. Proceeds will help fund therapy sessions for foster-care children, families and at-risk youth. During the event, demonstrations with horses will be conducted for guests to learn more about Unbridled Change’s services and programs.
There will also be live bluegrass music featuring David Via, 3-time Merlefest award winner and author of "Boones Mill" (newly released tribute song alerting drivers about the famous 45 mph speed zone), and barn dancing, led by the Old Dominion Cloggers; southern-style BBQ provided by Squeals on Wheels BBQ; carriage rides; a silent auction, door prizes and a raffle for an EZGO ST Sport II Utility Vehicle. Tickets are $20 a person, $8 for children 6-13, 5 and under are free.
Where: *Cahas Mountain Estates* - Boones Mill, VA
Directions – From Route 220, in the town of Boones Mill - turn onto Bethlehem Road, go 3.9 miles and turn right onto Cahas Mountain Road, go ½ mile and turn right into Cahas Mountain Estates – courtesy of the land owner – Carey Garst.
(p) - 540-719-2171
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posted May 6, 2010 4:43 PM by Jessie Hall
Outlaw Cuisers President Danny Sink with Pat Koger,
Executive Director of United Way
of Franklin County. Koger was trying to put her United Way magnet
on Sink’s restored 1968 silver Chevelle.
The Outlaw Cruisers Car Club will hold its 5th
Annual Car, Truck and Bike Show May 30 to raise funds for United Way of Franklin County
and other area non-profits.
The show will take place from 1-4 p.m. in downtown Rocky
Mount; the rain date is June 6. Members will display
their vehicles but not compete for trophies. Registration is open to any
interested vehicle owner and will be accepted the day of the show. The entry fee
is $15, with all participants receiving trophies. In addition trophies will be
awarded for Best in Show, People’s Choice, Club Choice and other divisions and categories.
The event will feature prizes, food vendors, a bake sale,
and music for the spectators as well. The club’s president, Danny Sink,
explained that the Cruisers are a family oriented club with approximately 50
members, all of whom are car enthusiasts. The majority own and show vehicles
considered classics, but Danny said some members boasted other unusual rides.
When the weather cooperates, he said members sometimes gather for a ride to the
Parkway or for other activities. They also help other clubs with their shows
and events.
The fundraiser show is one way the group has found to give
something back to the community.
“We don’t do this for profit. We’d rather know that the
funds are going to help in areas where they’re needed most,” he said.
Individuals interested in the show and needing more
information may call 540-483-0778 or visit www.outlaw-cruisers.com |
posted Apr 25, 2010 9:09 PM by Tommy Amos
The SML Triathlon will take place this Saturday, May 1, 2010 at Smith Mountain Lake State Park in Huddleston, VA. Participants will be expected to meet three challenges; a 750 meter swim, 20K bike race and 5K run. Start time is set for 9 AM. For full event details, including registration information, click HERE. |
posted Apr 11, 2010 10:29 AM by Jessie Hall
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updated Apr 13, 2010 8:49 AM by Tommy Amos
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Saturday April 10, The PTO along with the Outlaw Cruisers put on a car show to raise funds for the PTO. Approximately 40 cars were on display. |
posted Apr 9, 2010 10:35 PM by Tommy Amos
The Fish Like The Pros Blue Ridge Brawl Youth Fishing Tournament will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at Parkway Marina on Smith Mountain Lake. Children 4 - 15 years old are invited to participate in this FREE tournament. Participants will be divided into four age groups to compete for prizes for the most pounds of fish caught between 10 AM - 12 PM. Registration is from 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM on the day of the tournament. All participants must bring a fishing pole, bait and tackle. Pre-registration is required in order to fish in the tournament. Fishing will only be allowed from the bank in the designated areas. Follow the link for rules, registration form and event details.
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posted Apr 9, 2010 10:08 PM by Tommy Amos
The ESPN BASSMASTER Elite Series will be coming to Smith Mountain Lake on April 15 - 18, 2010. The event will be located at Parkway Marina in Huddleston. Local fishermen will have the opportunity to fish against some of the best anglers in the country. But only the top 12 well be in the final day of fishing on Sunday, April 18th. Check out the following link to read what ESPN has to say about this year's tournament.
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posted Apr 9, 2010 9:22 PM by Tommy Amos
Hardy, Va – On Saturday, December 5, from 3:00 pm- 8:00 p.m., join the park rangers and volunteers at Booker T. Washington National Monument for “An Old Virginia Christmas: The Plantation Residents React to John Brown’s Raid.” This event will kickoff many special programs in the next several years commemorating the 150th anniversary of the American Civil War at Booker T. Washington National Monument. Visitors will learn about how Christmas was celebrated on a plantation in 1859 and how one abolitionist steered the United States towards a devastating Civil War.
It is 1859. Virginians are scared out of their minds. A fierce abolitionist stalked out of the disputed territory of Kansas to invade the heartland of the slave-owning South; “…our peace is disturbed, our State invaded, its peaceful citizens cruelly murdered, and all the horrors of servile war” hover menacingly. At least, that’s what Southerners are saying. In the North, prominent citizens like Horace Greeley and Henry David Thoreau are applauding the first strike against slavery, and rabble-rousers promise more to come. “The feeling of uncertain dread is very strong…”
Listen to whispered conversations among the residents and visitors on the Burroughs plantation as they discuss John Brown’s raid and Christmas, also known as “The Big Times,” in 1859. Discover how Christmas was celebrated on the eve of the American Civil War while enjoying sights, smells, and tastes of an antebellum Christmas with candlelit costumed tours, children's activities, storytelling and hot apple cider and gingerbread.
Booker T. Washington described Christmas in the mid-nineteenth century as he remembered it. “…In my opinion the real Christmas must be spent in the country, and I cannot but feel that there is in the Virginia Christmas atmosphere a fragrance and an influence which is not to be found elsewhere.” Would you like to take a trip back to an Old Virginia Christmas? What would your opinions be as a northerner or southerner, enslaved person or free, in 1859?
The afternoon programs will include children’s activities, farm programs, and storytelling by Royal Shiree from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Walking tours including costumed interpreters will be held at 5:00 p.m., 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. The event will conclude with a special reading of Booker T. Washington's "Christmas Days in Old Virginia.” Join us for a Christmas from long ago Admission is free. No reservations are required. Contact Booker T. Washington National Monument at (540) 721-2094 for more information.
Betsy Haynes Booker T. Washington NM Park Ranger 12130 BTW Highway Hardy, VA 24101 540/721-2094 |
posted Apr 9, 2010 9:20 PM by Tommy Amos
As the gardening year winds down, there are still a few things remaining before you pack away your implements. Be sure to clean dirt and debris from all tools, sharpen, and oil metal surfaces. Any with wooden handles could benefit from a coating of linseed oil to keep them in good condition. Doing this now saves time in the Spring when you want to get out and get dirty. If you have good tools, it makes sense to take care of them. When you are checking over tools, any that look worn out or just won’t sharpen anymore, toss them. Add that must-have item to your Christmas list. Before putting the mower away, clean it and be sure to sharpen the blades. In fact, pulling basic maintenance now saves time later. Don’t leave hoses and nozzles out all winter… drain the water out and place in garage, basement or storage shed. If water is left inside, it can freeze and cause permanent damage. If you haven’t cleaned up the garden or flowerbeds yet, there is still time. It is very important to clean up debris so pests and diseases can’t hide out. We do have some great days in the winter and this will give you an excuse to get back outside. Take stock of what you might want to add to the yard… shrubs, evergreens, winter color. Take a notebook with you and make drawings and notes. Then, when the weather turns cold, you can pull out those garden catalogs and see what will look great in your yard. Of course, your local extension office is a great resource for native and other plants for this area. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season and that the new year will bring you much success. Happy gardening! |
posted Apr 9, 2010 9:11 PM by Tommy Amos
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial replica, “The Moving Wall”, arrived in Franklin County Thursday morning. A parade of war veterans and members of Rolling Thunder, a motorcyclist group comprised mostly of Vietnam veterans escorted the “Moving Wall” to it’s destination at the Franklin County Recreation Park located two miles off Rt. 220 on Rt. 619 just south of Rocky Mount.
Members of American Legion Post 6 headed the effort to bring The Moving Wall to Franklin County on the suggestion of American Legion Post 6 member Herman Chaney, who is a Vietnam veteran. Debra Weir, Franklin County special events manager, helped with the logistics of bringing the memorial to Franklin County.
"The Moving Wall" is the half-size replica measuring 252.83 feet in length, which is just over half the length of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, and has been touring the country for more than twenty years. Washington, D.C.In 1982 John Devitt, a former helicopter door gunner and Army veteran, visited Washington, DC for the dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This visit and experience changed Devitt's life and led to the creation of the "Moving Wall,"
The Moving Wall went on display for the first time in Tyler, Texas in October of 1984. Two structures of The Moving Wall now travel the USA from April through November, spending about a week at each site.
Early Saturday morning (Oct. 3rd), I visited the “Moving Wall” arriving just as the sun was rising. As I approached the wall from a distance, the white names made an almost solid pattern against the black panels that held them, but as I came closer, I could begin to make out lines then it hits you. The names, the oh so many names that make up that solid white pattern begin to jump out at you one by one.
As I made my way along the wall camera in hand taking photos for this article, I could not help feeling overwhelmed at the seemingly endless names. There are 58,228 names listed on the shiny black wall representing all those who lost their lives in the service of their country as well as those who are still listed as MIA (Missing In Action). Each name belonged to someone’s son, daughter, father, mother, brother, sister, husband or wife. The names on the wall are also a source of healing, not physical healing but emotional and spiritual healing for those left with only memories of a loved one or fellow soldier lost to combat.
During the 15 years of the Vietnam War 2.7 million men and women served in the United States Military, 58,228 lost their lives, 13,000 of those were from Virginia, and over 300,000 were wounded. This memorial as well as the one in Washington D.C. honors all those who served during the Vietnam war.
If you have never been or are unable to travel to the Memorial in Washington, you should make a point to visit the “Moving Wall” before it leaves the area on Monday Oct. 5th. You will be glad you did.
I will leave you with this thought; Wars may end but for those who fought in them the battles still rage on. If you see a soldier in uniform, or a veteran from any war shake his or her hand and tell them thank you.
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Click Here to see more photos of the "Moving Wall" - All photos are slightly larger than our regular galleries due to the desire to give as much detail as we can. |
posted Apr 9, 2010 9:08 PM by Tommy Amos
The annual National Night Out event was held Tuesday evening at the Farmers Market in downtown Rocky Mount. The purpose of the event is to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for anti-crime programs, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and send a message to criminals to let them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
Officers from the Rocky Mount Police Dept., Franklin County Sheriff’s Dept., and Virginia State Police as well as other public safety organizations were on hand to answer questions and promote the many crime prevention programs to those in attendance.
Three county residents were presented awards in recognition for the role they played in helping the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department with information that lead to the arrest several suspects in connection with multiple break-ins and theft. Those receiving awards were Patty Vaught, Sherry Foley, and Tim Dye. The information that each award recipient contributed made it possible for officers to apprehend and arrest suspects not only for the crime at the time the information was given, but also made it possible upon further investigation to connect those suspects to numerous other crimes committed in the county. |
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