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THREE GENERATIONS

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am
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THREE GENERATIONS

First Class At New Center

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am
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Instructor David Shofstahl (standing) leads the opening session of the NCCER (National Center for Construction Education and Research) Core course, the first class to meet in the new Wilson Workforce Center, operated by Mountain Gateway Community College. The newly renovated facility, which opened last month in the former McCormick building on ForestAve. in Buena Vista, also is offering NCCER Electrical Level 1 and NCCER HVACR Level 1 courses. “Additionally, we are meeting with a group of seven electrical apprentices here on a separate schedule for customized related technical instruction,” notes Shofstahl, who serves as Apprenticeship Coordinator for MGCC. “We have an EPA 608 class scheduled on October 21 and will be scheduling OSHA 10 for construction later in the semester.” Students pictured, clockwise from right: Hunter Ryder, Jeff Hogge, Caden Garrett, James Lipscomb, Austin Boguess, Jeremy White, Dallas Staton, Jayden Richardson, Chris Doerfler, and Syndey Bushnell. For more information, contact Shofstahl at (540) 863-2920 or email dshofstahl@mgcc.edu.

Recognized For Promotions

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am
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Rockbridge County fire and rescue squad workers recognized for recent promotions by the Board of Supervisors on Sept. 11 are (from left) Lt. Patrick Aylor, Lt. Kendall Cline, Lt. Justin Hines and Lt. Shane Watts. With them (far right) is Chief Nathan Ramsey.

Nothin’ Fancy But Plenty Special

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am
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The 21st annual Nothin’ Fancy Bluegrass Festival last weekend once again brought some big names to Glen Maury Park. Among those performing on the opening night, Thursday, were Rhonda Vincent and the Rage (left) and the host band, Nothin’ Fancy (above). The three-day event featured various vendors and drew large crowds. (Stephanie Mikels Blevins photos)

Apple Fest At The Market

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am
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Apples were all the rage during the first Apple Fest at the Lexington Farmer’s Market last Wednesday. ABOVE, students from Shenandoah Preschool select apples from one of the vendors. AT RIGHT, Rosie Prada, 3, reaches for an organic apple from her mother, Jessica Prada, while her dad, Diego Prada, and little sister Norah, 1, look on. BELOW, Carol Watson of Cherry Haven Farm mixes her delicious stir fry casserole while Washington and Lee University student Charlotte Baker stops to watch. (Claudia Schwab photos)

Fall Hunter Pace Event This Sunday

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am

The Rockbridge Hunt invites horseback riders and spectators to its showcase event, the Rockbridge Fall Hunter Pace and trail ride, at Goose Creek Highlands on Sunday, Oct. 1, in Raphine. The event features horseback riding, shopping and tailgating.

Apple Day Returns To Jackson House

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am

The Jackson House Museum’s Apple Day celebration will return for the first time since the start of the pandemic this Saturday, Sept. 30, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Mystery Writer To Visit Glasgow Library Tuesday

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am

Glasgow Public Library will host cozy mystery writer Mindy Quigley on Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 5 p.m.

Raphine VFC Marks 75 Years

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am
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Raphine VFC Marks 75 Years

Maureen Worth Featured At Artists In Cahoots Event

Published on Wed, 09/27/2023 - 12:00am

The members of Artists in Cahoots will hold a First Friday reception featuring a retrospective of the pottery and jewelry career of Maureen Worth on Friday, Oct. 6, from 5 to 7 p.m.

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