Shannon Watkins is a journalist based in Galax, Virginia, focusing on local news and community stories. She has written for the CARROLL CHRISTMAS FUND and her work has also appeared in Cardinal News. Shannon's articles cover a range of topics, including community events, local businesses, and profiles of individuals making a difference in the area.
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With incumbents choosing not to seek re-election in a few races this year, some new contenders have stepped up.
City Gallery in Galax is holding a raffle just in time for Christmas, featuring works from several artists.
INDEPENDENCE — On the first full weekend after Hurricane Helene passed through the Twin Counties, a few people came to Independence Town Park for a planting, which had been scheduled
Dugspur and Laurel Fork stand to benefit from a $5 million USDA grant to Citizens Telephone Cooperative, based out of Floyd County.
By: Shannon Watkins
Meadow Creek Dairy, located in Southwest Virginia where the edge of Grayson County and the city of Galax meet, has been laboring quietly to turn out the perfect artisanal cheeses for 25 years.
INDEPENDENCE — While the damage and loss caused by Hurricane Helene to Grayson County’s agricultural community has taken center stage, the difficulties encountered by tourism-related businesses have been significant.
Senior Home Share held its annual veterans breakfast on Nov. 8 at the Galax Country Club, with featured speaker U.S. Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-9th District).
INDEPENDENCE — Tom and Anita Simpson of Food Independence, a Grayson County food pantry, received a $2,500 donation from last year’s Independence Food City fundraiser.
Jimmy Horton, a Galax City Public Schools mechanic, is one of two people in the state to receive this year’s RISE (Recognizing Inspiring School Employees) Award from the Virginia Department
HILLSVILLE — Dr. Marlon Goad of Hillsville was named president-elect of the Virginia Dental Association when the organization announced its new board of directors leadership for 2024-2025 on Nov. 1.
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