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Promoting Commerce Highlights Forum In BV
Promoting Commerce Highlights Forum In BV
How to better promote commerce and economic vitality in Buena Vista was the central theme of a forum last Tuesday, Oct. 24, for candidates for City Council and mayor. The forum, sponsored by the chamber of commerce, was held at the Ramsey Education Center. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Updated Covid Vaccine Available
Updated Covid Vaccine Available
The updated COVID-19 vaccine is now available in the Rockbridge area for everyone 6 months and older, regardless of how many vaccines and boosters they’ve already received. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Here Comes Election Day
Here Comes Election Day
Local, Assembly Races On Rockbridge Ballots 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Government Notices
Government Notices
THERE IS AN OPENING on the Rockbridge Area Community Services Board. This is a three-year term that will begin on January 1, 2024, and expire on December 31, 2026. You must be a citizen of Buena Vista to serve. For more information or to apply, please contact Sarah Burch, City Manager’s Office, 2039 Sycamore Avenue, Buena Vista, VA at (540) 261-8601 or email [email protected]. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
MGCC To Open Career Center
MGCC To Open Career Center
Mountain Gateway Community College is scheduled to open its first career center, with a mission to assist all MGCC students in locating gainful employment in their chosen field of study, at the beginning of the 2024 spring semester in January, according to Dr. Matt McGraw, MGCC chief workforce officer. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Farewell Reception For Keens Nov. 12
Farewell Reception For Keens Nov. 12
There will be a farewell reception for Clyde and Jeri Keen Nov. 12 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Manly Memorial Baptist Church located at 202 S. Main St. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Medicare Premiums, Deductibles For 2024
Medicare Premiums, Deductibles For 2024
On Oct. 12, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the 2024 premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance amounts for the Medicare Part A and Part B programs. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Social Security Benefits Increase By 3 Percent
Social Security Benefits Increase By 3 Percent
Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits for more than 71 million Americans will increase 3.2 percent in 2024, the Social Security Administration has announced. On average, Social Security retirement benefits will increase by more than $50 per month starting in January. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Farm Bureau Offering Micro-grants Again
Farm Bureau Offering Micro-grants Again
Because thriving rural communities must provide opportunities for young people to start farming and business enterprises, the Rockbridge County Farm Bureau is pleased to announce the 2024 micro-grant program. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Should DEI Programs Be Abolished?
Should DEI Programs Be Abolished?
Audience Hears Both Sides During Debate At W&L 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Lexington Schools Update Council On Project, Budget
Lexington Schools Update Council On Project, Budget
The Lexington City Council and School Board held a joint work session last Thursday to get an update from Lexington City Schools Superintendent Rebecca Walters on some of the schools finances, including capital projects and some proposed budget amendments. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
RCSB Looks At Future Capital Projects
RCSB Looks At Future Capital Projects
At a joint meeting last week, the Rockbridge County School Board presented their updated capital improvements plan to the Board of Supervisors. 11/01/2023 12:00 AM
Scenes From Halloween 2023 in Downtown Lexington
Scenes From Halloween 2023 in Downtown Lexington
10/31/2023 10:21 PM
Getting Up Close With The 611
Getting Up Close With The 611
10/25/2023 12:09 PM
Blowing The 611's Whistle
Blowing The 611's Whistle
10/25/2023 12:03 PM
Deadline for In-Person Early Voting Nov. 3
Deadline for In-Person Early Voting Nov. 3
10/25/2023 11:48 AM
Retention Of Staff A Priority For Charlton
Retention Of Staff A Priority For Charlton
“I don’t have answers to all the questions, but I’m willing to work hard and I’m willing to learn, and I’m willing to work with others, because we are a team,” said Paula Charlton, running for the Buena Vista School Board. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
New School Building At Top Of List For Felts
New School Building At Top Of List For Felts
“Our schools are the backbone of the community. For the community to be prosperous and successful, our schools have to be first-rate. That attracts industry, that attracts new families,” said Allen “Mac” Felts, running for reelection to the Buena Vista School Board. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Curriculum, Mental Health Improvement Among Issues For Baker
Curriculum, Mental Health Improvement Among Issues For Baker
“I am in it for the long haul. I want a collective school board who wants to work together. I love our school system and I want what is best for our kids in this system,” said Brooke Baker, running for the Buena Vista School Board. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Flint Focusing On Salaries, Facilities
Flint Focusing On Salaries, Facilities
Wayne Flint is running for reelection to the Buena Vista School Board. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM
Salaries, Safety Important For Ellison
Salaries, Safety Important For Ellison
“Our board works as a team to work for the betterment of Buena Vista schools. I feel I have been a contributing member of the team. My experiences, past and present, have proven invaluable during my terms as a Buena Vista School Board member,” said Teressa Ellison, current chair of the Buena Vista School Board, who is running for reelection. 10/25/2023 12:00 AM

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