2018-06-07

BCHS graduates 44 in class of 2018


WARM SPRINGS – A driving rain and high humidity failed to dampen any spirits Saturday morning at Bath County High School. Laughter and whoops of joy filled the hallways. Crowds of well-wishers showed up, somewhat damp, and cheered on 44 young people who received diplomas. Valedictorian Ashlyn Blake Liptrap and salutatorian Nevada Trey Kershner delivered breezy but wise addresses to […]

New Bath visitors’ center project evolving


HOT SPRINGS — Work on a visitors’ center and event grounds on property Bath County owns in Mitchelltown will not develop quickly. County administrator Ashton Harrison cautioned those attending the second public input session on the project last Thursday that the work would take time. “This project will not happen in even a couple of years. It will take longer. […]

Agenda

Bath County Board of Supervisors

Bath CountyBoard of Supervisors’ meetingBath County CourthouseTuesday, June 12 — 7 p.m. • Joint public hearing between the county and Virginia Department of Transportation, Secondary Six-Year Improvement Plan for 2019-2024. • Consider adopting revised emergency operations plan. • Consider approving landfill closure plan. • Amend contract between the county and Republic Services. • Appointments to boards and commissions — Rockbridge […]

Access to health care finally expanded in Virginia

Legislative update

RICHMOND — On Wednesday, May 30, the Virginia General Assembly adopted a budget two and half months late. The budget expands access to health care through Medicaid to roughly 300,000 low income Virginians. For more than five years, advocacy groups and some legislators have been fighting to reach this goal. The accomplishment is significant in many ways. In 2013, when […]

Seniors offered coupons to use at Highland Farmers Market

MONTEREY — During the enrollment session in June, older adults with limited income will be eligible to receive $40 in coupons to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and cut herbs from participants at the Highland Farmers Market this summer. They are available thanks to the Farm Market Fresh For Seniors program, jointly sponsored by Valley Program for Aging Services, […]

When ‘fetch’ means more than playtime

Editor’s note: The following report was written by Lisa Klein, a retired law enforcement officer and a probationary member of Blue and Gray. HEAD WATERS — “Okay, find!” Kathleen Connor unhooks the leash from the lab’s collar. Tally immediately begins a series of movements that take her away from the dozen people gathered in the open field. Within minutes Tally […]

Norma Lee Snyder Varner

MONTEREY — Norma Lee Snyder Varner, 91, widow of James Franklin Varner, of Monterey, passed away Friday, June 1, 2018, at the home of her daughter and surrounded by loving family. Mrs. Varner was born May 28, 1927 in Staunton, the daughter of the late Samuel Cameron and Annie Laura Karicofe Snyder. Mrs. Varner spent the early of her life […]

Cecil Gilbert Blake

HOT SPRINGS — Cecil Gilbert Blake, 84, of Hot Springs, passed away Tuesday, June 5, 2018, at his residence. He was born June 28, 1933, in Alleghany County, the son of the late William Theodore Blake and Alice Blanch Johnson Blake. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during the Korean War. Mr. Blake retired as a […]

Brothers Grimm featured

WARM SPRINGS — Experience an evening dedicated to the true Brothers Grimm tales. Known for 19th century children’s or household tales, some stories go back even further. Arrive Tuesday, June 19 at 6 p.m. for guest readings; the audience is welcome to participate. Shawn Puller will lead a discussion of the Erlking by Schubert. Parlor games and refreshments will be […]

DAR chapter meets in Staunton

STAUNTON — The Sarah Murray Lewis NSDAR Chapter met May 12 at the Staunton Library. The Conservation Minute was given by Kim Minion, who gave facts about Teddy Roosevelt. Two programs were given during the meeting. Bobbie Sharpe gave a talk on Mt. Vernon and Nancy May spoke on WWI countries and how Fort Henry was a hospital during the […]