50 Years Ago
Oct. 28, 1976
The recently restored streets of Lexington were celebrated with a ribbon cutting, a parade of antique cars and a motorcade of visiting dignitaries. Mayor Charles F. Phillips Jr. thanked everyone - including the businesses and an understanding public for their patience during the lengthy downtown renewal project. -A spokesperson at the Virginia Alcoholic Beverage Control Board confirmed a report that the board was considering a relocation of its Lexington facility in order to make it a self-service store. - The state of Virginia was no longer considering buying Natural Bridge of Virginia Inc. Ninth District De. C.W. “Bunny” Gunn considered it a “dead issue.”
20 Years Ago
Nov 1, 2006
An Alabama woman was driving on Furrs Mill Road when a gust of wind brought down a large sycamore tree as she was driving below it. Though she was uninjured, the damage to her car was estimated at $9,000. -A man purchased a ticket to the Hallowscream attraction at Natural Bridge, claimed it was too scary, and asked for his money back. While the cashier was distracted, he helped himself to $787 from the till.
