2006-09-14

Arts council provides another great evening



Editor, The Recorder, Once again the walls of The Highland Center rang with laughter as just a few of the talented among us “strutted their stuff” to bring us an interpretive look at ourselves. Channel 110 of our dish network is titled “Food Network” but it pales in comparison to the crew and story assembled by Caroline Smith. As with […]

Walkin’ the walk



Walkin’ the walk By Amanda Isley • Staff writer WARM SPRINGS – Two backpackers were spotted walking through Bath County last Friday, on their way to nowhere in particular, set to arrive at no predetermined time. They were just a couple in their mid-40s, on a nice, relaxing hike – across America. Judith Joslow and Chris Raywood led rather ordinary […]

Monterey negotiates for new sewer plant



Monterey negotiates for new sewer plant By James Jacenich • Staff Writer MONTEREY – Town council took one step closer to making the new sewer treatment plant a reality this week by directing mayor Janice Warner to negotiate a contract for engineering services with the firm of Mattern and Craig. “I hope they will be the engineers we use on […]

Supes support smaller McDowell battlefield



Supes support smaller McDowell battlefield by james jacenich • staff writer MONTEREY – Highland County supervisors have agreed it’s time to talk to Congressman Bob Goodlatte about the McDowell Battlefield. The meeting date with Goodlatte or his representative was not set at last Thursday’s meeting with the McDowell Battlefield Advisory and Review Committee, but was given to county administrator Roberta […]

Defense should be name of the game



Defense should be name of the game By Will O’Connor • Staff Writer WARM SPRINGS – The Bath football team’s second matchup of the season vs. Glenvar Friday looks to shape out much like its first. Two solid run-first offenses lining up to smack heads with two defenses well versed at controlling the line of scrimmage and stuffing the run. […]

Highland and Bath golf ready for districts



Highland and Bath golf ready for districts Rams COVINGTON – The Highland golf team wrapped up the regular season last Thursday at Alleghany Country Club, falling to district rivals Covington and Bath. The Rams carded a 263, while the hosting Cougars surprised the Chargers to take the top spot 169 to 178. Daniel Newcomb paced Highland on the day with […]

Cable tied in knots



Cable tied in knots If you’re a cable TV subscriber in Bath County, chances are you’re not entirely satisfied with what you’re paying for. Considering how hard it is to find anyone who knows what Adelphia cable company or its buyers are up to, it’s no wonder. The Recorder has spent months off and on attempting to find out what […]