It was a cold and windy day for Timber Ridge Presbyterian Church’s annual fall festival this past Saturday. The Brunswick stew sold out early, but there was plenty of apple butter on hand. Hot dogs and sodas were also for sale. This year’s event featured a large yard sale. Yard sale items were sold by donation with all proceeds benefiting area food banks. Crafters were also participants in the festival including Mary Brown (bottom right) selling seasonal crafts. (Joann Ware photos)
Rockbridge Conservation will sponsor a USDA biochar workshop on Saturday, Oct. 28, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Kerrs Creek Community Market at 2766 W. Midland Trail.
Thursday, Oct. 26 7 p.m. – Musical, “The Addams Family,” by Blue Forest Theater, Lime Kiln Theater; tickets $12 for adults, $10 for children and seniors.
Glen Maury Park is inviting area businesses, churches and nonprofit groups to set up their own light displays at the park this upcoming holiday season.
The News-Gazette was the winner of four awards in the National Newspaper Association’s 2023 Better Newspaper Contest. The awards were presented at the NNA’s 137th annual Convention and Trade Show held Sept. 28-30 in Washington, D.C.
RC JUNIOR attackman John Brooke fires a shot on goal during the Wildcats’ 17-3 loss to Western Albemarle. Brooke scored RC’s first goal and had an assist. (Stephanie Mikels Blevins photo)