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Woman’s Club Continues Projects

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am
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The members of the Lexington Woman’s Club have not let the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions slow down their commitment to the community.

Summer Camps Return For 2021

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am
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Editor’s note: After a pandemic summer of no camps, area youths once again have the opportunity to spend part of their summer at camp.

Area Farmers Donating Food To RARA

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am

Thanks to several local farmers, RARA received 750 pounds of ground beef last month and will receive an additional 1,200 pounds in the coming weeks.

Ruritan Youth Camp Spaces Available

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am

The Natural Bridge Ruritan Club is looking to sponsor six youths for the Ruritan Youth Camp set for June 25-27 at the W.E. Skelton 4-H Center located at Smith Mountain Lake.

Gunner

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am
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Gunner is a very nice and sweet boy. He appears to be OK with other dogs but not a fan of cats. He needs a tall fence or leash walking to keep him home. He loves to investigate things and not find his way back home. He is neutered, vaccinated, micro-chipped and house trained. Visit him at the Rockbridge SPCA.

Perilla Mint Toxic To Livestock

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am
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Perilla mint (Perilla frutescens) — also known as beefsteak plant or purple mint — is a member of the mint family and has moved into western Virginia from southern states where it has been a problem for some years.

Mother’s Day Service Sunday At First Bapist

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am

A Mother’s Day service will be held on Sunday, May 9, at 11 a.m. at First Baptist Church of Lexington.

COLLIERSTOWN

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am

Summer is just around the corner and registration is underway for Camp Daniel, an educational Bible camp, based on the characteristics of Daniel. Camp Daniel will run Tuesday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. each week of June beginning June 8 through Thursday, July 1, at the Collierstown Presbyterian Church. Classes will be offered for three age groups based on the 2020-2021 school year: PreK-first grade, second-fourth grades and fifth-seventh grades. A variety of activities including character lessons, daily chapel, critical thinking skills, STEM stations, book club, games and outdoor activities, and arts and crafts will be a part of each day. The individual cost for students is $100 for the entire camp. Campers will receive free camp T-shirts. A teen Bible study of the book of Daniel will be held on Camp Daniel days from 9 to 11 a.m. Those needing additional information should call or text Rosalea Potter at (540) 292-0859.

ARNOLDS VALLEY

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am

Happy Mother’s Day to all mothers of all kinds across our community!

HIGH BRIDGE

Published on Wed, 05/05/2021 - 12:00am

High Bridge Sunday morning worship services continue to be held at 11 a.m. each Sunday. On Sunday, May 9, we will receive the monthly food pantry offering and a short congregational meeting will be held after the worship service rescheduled from last Sunday.

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