The Recorder

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

07/17/2008

BATH Mondays ¦ The Food Pantry at Ashwood United Methodist Church, 6-7 p.m. the first Monday of each month. For information call (540) 839-2276 and leave a message.

CLASSIFIEDS

07/17/2008

99 acres - Highland County, McDowell - Excellent wooded location with plentyof wildlife. Interior road system with creek and spring. Like new home with 2100 square feet, 4 bedrooms and 3 baths.

Longtime Bath attorney passes

07/17/2008

Editor's note: The following article was gleaned from Feb. 15, 1929 edition of The Recorder. It was reprinted from the Covington Virginian. H.B. Wood was publisher. John W. Stephenson Jr., Commonwealth's Attorney of Bath County since 1919, and member of a prominent Virginia family, died at his ancestral home, "The Chimneys," Sunday morning, of cerebral hemorrhage.

Photo

07/17/2008

Above is an excerpt from a panoramic photograph of the 1919 Virginia Advent Christian Church Conference held at Hamilton Chapel in Big Valley. The tall man dressed in a dark suit and dark hat with a white beard has been identified as Mustoe Corbett. A full copy of this photo is on display at the Highland County Museum and Heritage Center. The museum welcomes assistance with identifying any others in this section of the photograph. To share information, call the museum office at (540) 396-4478. (Photo courtesy Highland Historical Society)

25 years ago

July 21, 1983 — 07/17/2008

George E. McWhorter Jr. was sworn in as a member of the Monterey Town Council Friday of last week. McWhorter's appointment to the council was announced at the July 5 meeting of that body and followed the resignation of Monterey mayor John W. Appleford, who has established his residence near Waynesboro.

50 years ago

07/17/2008

Highland County temperatures reached a summer high of 85 degrees on July 5, the hottest day on record this summer. The mercury has averaged 81 degrees maximum for the first sixteen days of July.

Statistics on guns incorrect, misleading

07/17/2008

Editor, The Recorder, Wow, those are some compelling statistics concerning the recent gun ownership laws in Australia cited by both Roy Gutshall and Iris Hooke. Unfortunately, they are a prime example of the old adage, "Figures don't lie, but liars figure.

Having more guns just won't help the problems

07/17/2008

Editor, The Recorder, Jim Jacenich's musings on Second Amendment rights elicited similar responses from two of your readers who both quote some interesting Internet facts compiled by "author unknown" relating to gun control and government abuses. The Internet derives some of its considerable power because it's hard to argue with a nameless author.

Kudos to Bath, Highland baseball all-star players

07/17/2008

Editor, The Recorder, I am writing this letter to thank all the players and parents from Bath and Highland Counties for their participation in this year's 11-12 all-star baseball team. I know this year's all-star tournament may not have turned out the way we would have liked, but sometimes that's just the way it goes.

Garden tour a group effort, president says

07/17/2008

Editor, The Recorder, McDowell was beautiful on Saturday, July 12. The houses and gardens were shining like the sun. On behalf of the Monterey Garden Club, I want to thank all those who helped make the Biennial House and Garden Tour successful. It took many, many people working very hard.

Customer will miss A&D; hopes owners reconsider

07/17/2008

Editor, The Recorder, I'm writing to express my disappointment at the closing of A&D Service Station (formerly Ted's) in Millboro on Route 39. For those of you who live in this area, you know that the only options for gasoline now are at Mountain View and at Millboro Springs. While I don't mind using them, neither is nearly as convenient for many of us.

Touchdown!

07/17/2008

A Cessna 182 lands at Hannah Field outside Monterey Saturday after a tour with the county administrator. After 25 years of inactivity the airport is back on the map. (Recorder by Geoff Cox)

Commissioner to retire early; special election to be held

By Anne Adams • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

MONTEREY - Following a series of publicized criticism about her job performance, Highland's commissioner of revenue Bobbie Griffin announced Monday she intends to retire Sept. 1, more than three years before the end of her second term in office.

Highlander takes 1st flight from airstrip

By Geoff Cox • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

MONTEREY - Roberta Lambert, native Highland resident who grew up in the Blue Grass area, is well-known county-wide for her dedication and service as county administrator. Over a lifetime, the self-taught woman has done many things, but she had never flown in an airplane.

Rivenbark guilty of drug store burglary

By Ma rgo Oxendine • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

WARM SPRINGS - Guilty. Times twelve. Randall Rivenbark is just 22 years old; yet, his criminal record now includes 12 felonies. Rivenbark, wearing suit pants, a dress shirt and tie, pleaded guilty last Friday in Bath County Circuit Court to a series of crimes associated with three break-ins at Hot Springs Pharmacy.

Pritt, Tolbert plead guilty in Bath Court

By Ma rgo Oxendine • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

WARM SPRINGS - Two defendants pleaded guilty to felony charges in Bath County Circuit Court last Friday. Brandon Tolbert, 29, of Covington, was found guilty of two counts of drug possession; he was indicted by a Bath grand jury in June.

Debit-card larceny charged

07/17/2008

WARM SPRINGS - Bath sheriff's deputies have made yet another arrest related to grand jury indictments returned June 16. Brandon Mikel Phillips, 32, was arrested Monday in Rockbridge County. He is charged with four felony counts of grand larceny, and will be arraigned in Bath Circuit Court Friday, July 25.

Builder constructs Preserve's first 'green' home

By Mike Bollinger • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

HOT SPRINGS - The Homestead Preserve now has its first green home, constructed by a local builder for whom the project was his first in the development. Andrew Watkins Custom Homebuilding of Millboro built the EarthCraft house for Tom and Betsy Regnell of Alexandria in the Sheep Meadow neighborhood.

Highland schools to get security cameras

BY M.K. LUTHER • ST AFF WRITER — 07/17/2008

MONTEREY - The Highland County School Board approved installing surveillance cameras and a new secure entrance system on campus. Speaking to the school board this past Thursday, new Highland High School principal Kelly Wilmore recommended the equipment to improve building security. "We are really going to push safety this year, big time," Wilmore said.

In Brief . . .

07/17/2008

. The Highland County School Board met July 10 and welcomed acting superintendent Percy "Buzz" Nowlin. . New Highland High School principal Kelly Wilmore made his first presentation to the board.

One dead in Bath car crash

07/17/2008

WARM SPRINGS - A Richmond man was killed Monday night when his car struck a tree on Route 39 east. Sgt. R.J. Carpentieri, public information officer for the Virginia State Police, Salem headquarters, said Carlos Mendell DeBrill II died Monday at 6:17 p.m. when his 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva struck a tree.

Four-day week considered in Bath schools

By Cynthia B. Coleman • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

WARM SPRINGS - Statewide, schools are considering a four-day week to save money on fuel and reduce expenses. But it could mean serious day-care issues for parents of small children, and pretty long days for others. The Bath County School Board met Tuesday to ponder the idea; all three school principals had given members a slew of information, including the pros and cons.

In Brief . . .

07/17/2008

. The board received an update on the Bath County High School renovations from Superintendent Dr. David Smith.

In Brief ...

07/17/2008

. The Highland County Board of Supervisors met Tuesday and approved supervisor Robin Sullenberger's motion to join Mountain Waters Resource and Development; the board appointed Sullenberger as representative. .

Millboro Happenings

By Gina Hamilton — 07/17/2008

n The Millboro Christian Church will conduct Vacation Bible School the week of July 21-25, from 6:30-8:30 p.m., for children from pre-school to sixth grade. The closing service will be Sunday night, July 27, at 6:30 p.m.

Carnival comes to Millboro

By GINA HAMILTON • CONTRIBUTING WRITER — 07/17/2008

MILLBORO - Old-time carousel rides, funnel cakes, hot dogs and barbecued chicken - along with a colorful parade - come to town next week as the annual Firemen's Carnival opens a four-day run in the industrial park from July 23-26 to beckon young and old from 7-11 p.m. each night.

Millboro school renovation group plans fund raising

By GINA HAMILTON • CONTRIBUTING WRITER — 07/17/2008

MILLBORO - It's full steam ahead for the Millboro Preservation and Cultural Association in regard to their plans for renovation of the old Millboro school and obtaining money for the project.

Old classroom demolished

07/17/2008

MILLBORO - Part of the old Millboro school came down in chunks on Monday - the old band classroom on the side facing Crooked Spur road. The demolition was accomplished by the Bath County Department of Parks and Recreation after asbestos- containing floor tiles were removed by Waco Inc. of Mt. Crawford, a firm that specializes in asbestos removal.

Club holds a truly splendid day in McDowell

07/17/2008

Ole Blue is the mountain retreat of Virginia Beach residents Thomas and Peggy Crooks. They bought the house in 1973 and renovated it. The house is called Ole Blue because it was and is painted blue. "We have made every effort to maintain the integrity of the house while making it a comfortable place to live," said the Crooks. Ole Blue was one of seven destinations on Saturday's Garden Club tour of McDowell. (Recorder photo by James Jacenich)

Street dance gets feet a tappin'

07/17/2008

Highland's Little Switzerland Cloggers, led by Dorothy Stephenson, left, gets the crowd revved up and ready to dance. (Photo courtesy David Cockerham)

Art, poetry draw record crowd to gallery

By Cynthia B. Coleman • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

WARM SPRINGS - When Martha Woodroof of the Virginia Foundation of Humanities found Warm Springs Gallery owner Barbara Buhr after Friday evening's opening reception, she tried to interview her for a National Public Radio spot about the event. But Buhr had to wave Woodroof away, still too overwhelmed by the evening's success to talk about it.

Clarification

07/17/2008

In the June 26 Recorder article on the merits of commercial wind power, a quote refuting concerns over the killing of bat and bird species at East Coast wind turbine sites was mis-attributed to Chris Burkett of the Virginia Department of Game and Inland Fisheries. Dr.

New pool demands rec director position

BY M.K. LUTHER • STAFF WRITER — 07/17/2008

MONTEREY - The Highland County Recreation Commission is serious about getting a full-time director to run its programs this year, especially since the new swimming pool will require management. Tuesday, supervisors agreed to allocate $20,000 for a director, as they have the previous three years.

Summer days have me thinking about cherry pie

By Jim Jacenich — 07/17/2008

The warmer weather is coaxing people outdoors. The Monterey Lions Club Street Dance in Monterey made its annual return last weekend. One of the ever-popular features of the dance is the cake raffle. People buy tickets, proceeds to benefit the Lions Club and its many community building projects, and get a chance to win a home-baked cake.

Local artisans featured in ACN exhibition

07/17/2008

WAYNESBORO - Creations from artists Tate Swecker and Lisa Jacenich will be featured in the Alleghany Craft Network Exhibition at The Artisans Center of Virginia. ACN received 77 entries for the exhibition and 33 were chosen by a jury selection. Two jewelry pieces made by Swecker and two pieces of fiber art by Jacenich were selected to appear at the event.

Rescue volunteer decline called 'critical'

By Mike Bollinger • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

WARM SPRINGS and MONTEREY - When someone needs an ambulance in Bath or Highland counties, as well as many other rural areas, volunteers leave their jobs and families and answer the call. But it's becoming more and more difficult to find people willing to give up the time to answer calls and take the necessary training.

What's blooming in your back yard?

By Cynthia B. Coleman • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

The poor Witch Hazel - so neglected in the summer months, as the shrub's showy, frayed, yellow blossoms bloom in fall or winter, mostly on leafless branches. Yet, it is during the summer months when this plant is most interesting and unusual.

Photo

07/17/2008

Celebrating the recent remodeling of the Monterey ABC store with a ribbon cutting ceremony Monday were (l-r) ABC clerk Delana Kelly, Monterey Mayor Janice Warner, Chair of the ABC Board Pam Evans, Highland Supervisor Jerry Rexrode, ABC Commissioner Susan Swecker, ABC clerk Patrica Wright, ABC Director of Wholesale Retail Virginia Adams, property owner Doug Gutshall, ABC Assistant Director of Wholesale Retail Wilson Jones, and ABC Regional Manager Les Morris. (Recorder photo by Geoff Cox)

Correction

07/17/2008

In last week's paper the caption with this picture should have read: Representing Highland and Bath as U-12 Little League All Stars are (l-r) in front: Luke Lyons, Ethan Botkin, Kyle Bradley, Michael Criser and Shane Pitsenbarger; middle:

FSA acreage reporting deadlines extended

07/17/2008

LEXINGTON - The Rockbridge/ Alleghany/Bath County Farm Service Agency reminds producers that the deadline for filing 2008 acreage reports for all crops, except small grains, has been extended to Aug. 15. This includes corn, soybeans, grain sorghum, hay, pasture, and CRP/ CREP acreage.

Births

07/17/2008

CHESTERFIELD - Dustin and Lisa Willingham Munchel announce the birth of a son, Brendan John Munchel. He was born at 1:41 p.m., Friday, June 27, 2008 at Johnston and Willis Hospital, at Richmond. He weighed 8 pounds three ounces and was 20 and one-quarter inches long.

FSA sign up for farms continues

07/17/2008

LEXINGTON - Sign-up for the 2008 Direct and Counter- Cyclical Program is under way at the Rockbridge/Alleghany/Bath County Farm Service Agency Office. Any farm with a wheat, feed grain, or soybean base is eligible to be enrolled in the 2008 program. Signup began June 25 and continues until Sept. 30.

Achievement

07/17/2008

Caleb William Sweeney RADFORD - Caleb William Sweeney of Hot Springs graduated from Radford University at the end of the spring semester with a bachelor of science degree in computer science and technology. He is the son of William Keith Sweeney of Hot Springs.

USDA Farm Service Agency now accepting county committee member nominations

07/17/2008

LEXINGTON - The USDA Farm Service Agency office serving Rockbridge, Alleghany, and Bath Counties, reminds agricultural producers that they can now nominate eligible candidates to serve on the Rockbridge/Alleghany/ Bath FSA County Committee. The nomination period continues through Aug. 1.

Achievement

07/17/2008

SALEM - On June 12, the Western Virginia Emergency Services Council held its annual awards banquet at the Salem Civic Center. Each year, emergency medical service agencies and individuals within the community have an opportunity to nominate individuals they feel have gone above and beyond in order to be recognized for the regional awards.

Art show a marvelous must-see

By Margo Oxendine Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

ASHWOOD - Go ahead; I dare you. I double-dare you to go to the 44th annual Bath County Art Show and not find something with which you fall helplessly in love. Or several somethings. It happened to me, and I do not fall in love easily.

Clifton Forge Happenings

07/17/2008

Did you know? n The Town of Clifton Forge was chartered in 1906, but its history dates back to the 1700s. The land the town occupies was originally part of a 1770 land grant to Robert Gallaspy by Lord Botetourt, the Governor of Virginia. The land changed several times, and the Williamson and Smith families became owners in the 1820s.

Dabney to offer study for manufacturing, engineering careers

07/17/2008

CLIFTON FORGE - The Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute Education and Training Foundation has recently announced approval of an application for funding from Dabney S. Lancaster Community College for student scholarship awards.

Robertson to participate in Little Miss Virginia

By GINA HAMILTON • CONTRIBUTING WRITER — 07/17/2008

MILLBORO - Taylor Dale Nicole Robertson is a little excited, and no wonder - she has been selected as a state finalist for the 2008 Miss Virginia Princess Pageant being held July 24-26 at the Hyatt Regency in Reston. The 7-year-old, whose nickname is "Baby Dale" after NACSAR racer Dale Earnhardt, is headed into second grade at Millboro Elementary School this fall.

Out and about in Clifton Forge …

07/17/2008

Clifton Forge has been known far and wide, for many years as the "railroad town." Although trains still roll through Clifton Forge moving their cargo and delivering people from as far away as Colorado, New York and Illinois, there is a whole more to do than just hear the whistle blow.

Bath, Highland artists make good showing

07/17/2008

ASHWOOD - Plenty of artists from Bath and Highland counties have works on display at the Bath County Art Show; two have even been awarded prizes by judge Jacquelyn Serwer.

Bath County Art Show award winners

07/17/2008

Best in show - Red House in Clifton Forge (oil) by Sharon Kincheloe; Warm Springs Valley Garden Club award, best flower painting - Spring Mix (oil) by Dennis W.

Attend the July 28 forest planning meeting

07/17/2008

CHARLOTTESVILLE - More than 26 percent of the land in Shenandoah County lies within the George Washington National Forest, almost 85,000 acres, and much of the area's drinking water drains from forest areas. The George Washington National Forest Plan is the second largest guide to land use in the county, after our own comprehensive plan.

Cloverbud 4-H camp scheduled next month

07/17/2008

MONTEREY - Virginia Cooperative Extension will hold a summer Cloverbud 4-H Camp for area youth ages 5-8. The camp will be held Aug. 12-14 at the Highland Modular Conference Room, adjacent to the Extension Office, in Monterey. Activities are scheduled from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. daily and will include snacks and lunch each day.

Photo

07/17/2008

The Bath Senior Center and Bath Parks and Recreation sponsored a trip to Lancaster, Pa. Thirty seniors traveled by motorcoach to Lancaster and stayed two nights at the Hotel Brunswick. They walked to open markets and Amish shops, went to a market in Amish Country for a buggy ride and also saw the play, "Sarah and Abraham," at Living Waters Theatre, followed by an Amish feast. The next day they had a three-hour tour of Amish farms and shops with a tour guide sharing history, and later had lunch in Gettysburg after seeing the Civil War Battlefields. There was also a comic show on the motorcoach which helped make the long trip more entertaining. (Photo courtesy Jeanne Apgar)

Photo

07/17/2008

K-9 4-H Club members enjoy an evening stroll with their dogs in the Town of Monterey recently. Pictured (l-r) are: Tabitha Hiner, Amy Hull, Savannah Hevener, Andrea Hull, and Abby Hylton. Not pictured are Penny Hiner and Kathy Beverage. (Photo courtesy Kathy Beverage)

James C. 'Jimmy' May

07/17/2008

CHURCHVILLE - James Cleveland "Jimmy" May, 72, husband of Ruth Ellen Campbell May, of Churchville and formerly of Craigsville, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2008 at Augusta Medical Center in Fishersville. He was born Sept. 3, 1935, in Hot Springs, a son of the late Dennis Worth May and Iona Verlis Alderman May.

David odell cale

07/17/2008

McDOWELL - David Odell Cale, 66, of McDowell, died Tuesday, July 8, 2008 at the home of his brother. He was born Aug. 24, 1941 at Fordwick, a son of the late Clayborne Worthington and Beulah Virginia Ross Cale. Mr. Cale will be remembered among the community as a local craftsman and woodworker. A career serviceman, he served in the U.S.

Mabel Watts matheny

07/17/2008

CLIFTON FORGE - Mabel Watts Matheny Hayslett, 87, of 2401 Grafton Street, Cliftondale Park, Clifton Forge died Saturday, July 12, 2008 at the Golden Living Center in Clifton Forge. She was born in Bath County on Oct. 30, 1920, a daughter of the late Oscar and Ethel Deeds Watts.

Gladys liptrap stanley

07/17/2008

WILLIAMSVILLE - Gladys Liptrap Stanley of the Williamsville community entered her eternal home on Sunday, July 13, 2008 with her family by her bedside. She was born April 5, 1926 in Bath County, where she spent her entire life.

Ruth Cowden Witter

07/17/2008

FAIRFIELD - Ruth Cowden Witter, 92, of Fairfield, died Tuesday July 8, 2008 at her home after a long and full life. She was born in Dunkirk, N.Y. June 24, 1916, the daughter of Ida and Levi Cowden of Elm Place, Fredonia, N.Y.

Emerson Ray Matheny

07/17/2008

CLIFTON FORGE - A memorial service for Emerson Ray Matheny will be held Saturday, July 19, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Living Stones Ministries on Route 42 near Clifton Forge.

eva rEXRODE quist

07/17/2008

LEXINGTON - Eva Rexrode Quist, 81, of Lexington, died Tuesday, July 2, 2008. She was born Aug. 19, 1926, in Monterey, a daughter of the late Ira and Maggie Rexrode. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Thomas Rexrode.

Unshakable Millboro motivation

07/17/2008

While much of Bath County laments about getting projects off the ground, the galvanizing community effort behind taking charge of the old school in Millboro is receiving hearty praise. Supervisors gave Millboro citizens 90 days to prove they're serious about renovating the old Millboro school campus into a community jewel.

Pictorial

07/17/2008

Monterey residents have no doubt noticed the recent nearly daily landing of a small private airplane at Hannah Field. The aircraft buzzes the roof of the courthouse on its north-south approach to the grass landing strip south of town. The owner of the plane is a contractor who brings a crew from Charlottesville to work at a building site nearby.

RELIGION

07/17/2008

Regular Weekly Services See Special Services section for changes to weekly services Sundays Asbury United Methodist Church holds worship service at 8:30 a.m. and Sunday school at 9:45 a.m. Ashwood United Methodist Church services at 11 a.m.

Schools set upcoming schedule

07/17/2008

July 28 - Mandatory fall athlete/ parent meeting at Highland High School cafeteria at 7 p.m. Aug. 1 - Fall sports practices begin. Aug. 12-14 - Schedule changes may be made from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 18 - Ninth grade and new Highland High School students orientation at 6:30 p.m. at Highland High School.

Academic Honor

07/17/2008

Matthew J. Sponaugle BLACKSBURG - Matthew J. Sponaugle of Doe Hill has been named to the dean's list for the spring semester at Virginia Tech. Sponaugle is a junior majoring in agricultural and applied economics in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences.

Sheriff's Report

07/17/2008

¦ July 9 - Received a report of reckless driving, Muddy Run Road, referred to Bath County. ¦ July 9 - Received a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a deer, Jackson River Road.

Bolar Loop hike an easy escape

By Geoff Cox • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

LAKE MOOMAW - From the Two Islands Overlook, the sky, water, and lush green landscape blend together like a paint sample. Echoes from swimmers and boats climb to the quiet bench high above, telling on the merrymakers. Only a mile from the picnic area at Lake Moomaw, and accessible by a cut road, a hike to the overlook is great way to kill a couple of hours at the lake.

Family fun night held at Highland

07/17/2008

The Highland Recreation Commission is sponsoring a night of free play and socializing at the Highland Elementary School baseball diamond and playground this Friday as well as Friday, August 15. All family members - children, friends, grandchildren, parents, and grandparents are welcome. The fun begins at 6:30 p.m. and lasts until to dusk .

Volleyball camp to be coached by McGee

07/17/2008

Pioneer District volleyball coach of the year Dave Mc- Gee has scheduled a Bath County High School Volleyball team camp for July 23,24,25. Training at the BCHS gym will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 4 p.m. each day. There are five spots open available to rising 8th graders that are planning on trying out this season. Parents of interested players can call McGee at 540.960.

Renegades roll

07/17/2008

Bath softball players Amanda Shifflett and Jailyn Ford continue summer play with the Virginia Renegades and helped pull off a hard fought first place finish in this past weekends NSA "Fast and Furious" tournament in Salem.

Free fall sports physicals at HMC

07/17/2008

Students at Bath and Highland County schools interested in participating in fall sports need medical physicals completed prior to the start of fall practices in Aug. The Highland Medical Center offers the examination service free of charge on July 30th. Call 468-3300 to set up an appointment.

BCHS boosters to meet

07/17/2008

BCHS Athletic Boosters will meet at the Homestead Preserve Dairy Barn next Monday, June 21 at 7 p.m. to discuss program sales, future business, and other upcoming events. Advertisement space is currently available in the football program. For information contact Bath County High School Booster Club or Jeff Farmer at jeff31farmer@yahoo.com.

Photos

07/17/2008

Steel rebar and rough plumbing work on the Highland pool is nearly ready for transformation. On schedule, National Pools projects concrete being poured by press time Thursday. (Recorder photo by Geoff Cox)

James C. 'Jimmy' May

07/17/2008

David odell cale

07/17/2008

Mabel Watts matheny

07/17/2008

Gladys liptrap stanley

07/17/2008

Ruth Cowden Witter

07/17/2008

Emerson Ray Matheny

07/17/2008

CLIFTON FORGE - A memorial service for Emerson Ray Matheny will be held Saturday, July 19, 2008 at 2 p.m. at Living Stones Ministries on Route 42 near Clifton Forge.

eva rEXRODE quist

07/17/2008

Schools set upcoming schedule

07/17/2008

Academic Honor

07/17/2008

Bolar Loop hike an easy escape

By Geoff Cox • Staff Writer — 07/17/2008

Family fun night held at Highland

07/17/2008

Volleyball camp to be coached by McGee

07/17/2008

Renegades roll

07/17/2008

Free fall sports physicals at HMC

07/17/2008

BCHS boosters to meet

07/17/2008

Photos

07/17/2008

RELIGION

07/17/2008

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

07/17/2008

BATH Mondays ¦ The Food Pantry at Ashwood United Methodist Church, 6-7 p.m. the first Monday of each month. For information call (540) 839-2276 and leave a message.

Sheriff's Report

07/17/2008

¦ July 9 - Received a report of reckless driving, Muddy Run Road, referred to Bath County. ¦ July 9 - Received a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a deer, Jackson River Road.

Longtime Bath attorney passes

07/17/2008

Photo

07/17/2008

25 years ago

July 21, 1983 — 07/17/2008

50 years ago

07/17/2008

Highland County temperatures reached a summer high of 85 degrees on July 5, the hottest day on record this summer. The mercury has averaged 81 degrees maximum for the first sixteen days of July.

Statistics on guns incorrect, misleading

07/17/2008

Having more guns just won't help the problems

07/17/2008

Kudos to Bath, Highland baseball all-star players

07/17/2008

Garden tour a group effort, president says

07/17/2008

Customer will miss A&D; hopes owners reconsider

07/17/2008

Unshakable Millboro motivation

07/17/2008

Pictorial

07/17/2008