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7/3/09	Chamber Office will be closed July 3rd celebrating Independence Day The office will be closed all day on the 3rd honoring the 4th of July holiday. Have a beautiful weekend! Hope to see you at the car show!!!
7/3/09	Bishop Gives Mid-Year Report on Tourism in Patrick County Tourism is very important to the Patrick County, VA industry. Tourism is a tremendous boost to our local economy in times of high unemployment and business cycle recession.
7/2/09	Wayside Bluegrass Festival Becomes Partner with Crooked Road The Wayside Bluegrass Festival will receive affiliated partner status with the Crooked Road Music Trail. A banner presentation will be doone on Wednesday, July 8th at 5:00pm
7/2/09	Virginia For Lovers Named Top 10 Marketing Campaigns by Forbes Virginia is for Lovers, the official state tourism slogan for Virginia, was just named one of the top ten tourism marketing campaigns of all time by Forbes.com.
7/1/09	Contract Bidding Opportunity-Patrick County Schools T. U. Parks Construction Company of Chattanooga, TN has been awarded the general contract for the Patrick County Schools project. Come to Stuart Elementary, July 8 to discuss bidding opportunities
7/1/09	Patrick County Unemployment hits 12.6% for May 2009 Patrick County Unemployment reached 12.6% for May, 2009 and it rose from 11.9% in April.
7/1/09	Wayside Bluegrass Festival Joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce The Wayside Bluegrass Festival of Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. They offer an annual festival in July of each year. The Park is on Wayside Road.
6/29/09	Clements Cherry Orchard Joins Round The Mountain Clements Cherry Orchard of Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA has joined the Round The Mountain Community Loop Trail. This is a part of the effort to promote artisans and tourism in SW Virginia.
6/28/09	Montana Young plays with Whitetop Mountain Band in Martinsville Montana Young, age 16 of Patrick County, VA played with the Whitetop Mountain Band at Martinsville High School on Saturday. She played country and rock 'n' roll.
6/26/09	Stuart Farmer's Market Celebrates the Fourth on Friday July 3rd Come stock up on your 4th of July picnic food. Locally grown and produced offerings include: in season fruit & vegetables, homemade soaps, cut flowers & local meats. Music by Mary Jo & Charlie Leets and the extension office will offer plenty of recipes.
6/25/09	Patrick Henry Community College receives grant from Gates Foundation Patrick Henry Community College received a grant for $750,000 from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which is designed to increase the number of low income and minority students who finish college.
6/25/09	BIG GREEN HOUSE SALE at The Landmark Center & Blue Ridge Nursing Center Summer Greenhouse Hours are: Monday 1:30-4pm/Tuesday 10am- Noon/Wednesday 10am-4pm/Thursday 10am-Noon, all other hours you may check with the Landmark Receptionist
6/23/09	Mr. Robert Ward "Bob" Armstrong dies-Bassett, VA Mr. Robert Ward " Bob" Armstrong, age 95, of Bassett, VA passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2009, at his home. He was born in Kansas City, MO Sept. 3, 1913.
6/23/09	Tourism Advisory Council Meeting on June 22 This is a report on the Tourism Advisory Council meeting on Monday, June 22 at the Patrick County Administrative offices in Stuart, VA.
6/23/09	Virginia Ranks No. 1 Pro-Business State Jun. 24-Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced that Virginia’s pro-business environment has garnered the Commonwealth its latest No. 1 ranking nationally.
6/23/09	Annual Celebration of Life with Bench & Memory Bricks Dedication The event will be held at the Hospice Memory Garden located in the DeHart Park in Stuart on Saturday, June 27th at 11am. Bring a lawn chair for your convenience. A balloon release registration will be at 10:45. For More Information call: 276-694-4416
6/22/09	Board of Supervisors Work Session May 22-2009 Patrick County Board of Supervisors conducted a work session on Monday evening at the County Administrative offices. This report was prepared by Tom Bishop
6/20/09	Peach Pageant Announced-We Invite Entrants The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce wishes to announce the 5th Annual Virginia Peach Pageant in conjunction with the August 6-8 Peach Festival Celebration. The Pageant competition will be on Friday, Aug. 7 at 6:00pm
6/20/09	Covered Bridge Festival Had Good Turnout Approximately 2500-3000 turned out for the Annual Covered Bridge Festival at Woolwine, VA. Entertainment included music under the Star Pavilion Acoustical Tent, horse drawn wagon rides through the historic bridges, varioius food vendors and lots of local
6/20/09	Chamber Provides Tourism Info Table at The Covered Bridge Festival The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce provided a Tourism Information table at the Annual Covered Bridge Festival at Woolwine on June 20, 2009
6/20/09	Patrick County Music Association-The Highlanders-Stuart, VA It’s summertime and the music plays on, at Stuart Rotary Field, as PCMA presents it’s monthly Jamboree of bluegrass and gospel music. The Patrick County Music Association is highlighting local bands, all within an hour’s drive and featuring the High
6/18/09	Covered Bridge Festival Set for Saturday, June 20-Woolwine, VA The Annual Covered Bridge Festival will be held on Saturday, June 20, at Woolwine, VA. Time: 10:00am-4:00pm. We will celebrate the 2 Historic Covered Bridges in the Woolwine Community
6/18/09	Kim Curry Working Summer at Patrick County Chamber We have a summer hire college Student working at the Chamber for several weeks in the summer. Her name is Kim Curry of Stuart, VA
6/18/09	A DVD of the 2009 Patrick County Relay for Life Now Available for Only $5.00 The Proceeds go to Relay for Life. It has a slide show and a video, as well as a copy of all the picture's. A special THANKS goes to Kiley Scott for organizing the DVD. Contact Betty at 694-5273
6/17/09	Graveside Ceremony for Jesse Wood Sheppard-Wednesday The grave side ceremony was conducted at Peters Creek Baptist Church, near Lawsonville, NC for Jesse Sheppard, who was killed in an auto accident on Saturday.
6/16/09	Jesse Sheppard Funeral Wednesday at 2:00pm at the High School Jesse Sheppard, who just graduated from Patrick County High School died in an auto accident on I-95 near Benson, NC on Saturday.
6/15/09	Embarq Becomes Sponsor for VA Peach Festival. Embarq Corporation presented a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber in support of the Virginia State Peach Festival celebration in August.
6/15/09	Patrick County To Build Tower in Surry County, NC Federal funding will be used to build a new communications tower in Surry County, NC which will upgrade 911 communications. This will help the Claudville and Ararat communities where there at dead spots.
6/14/09	Beach Festival A Time Of Fun in Patrick County, VA The annual Hot Fun In The Sun Beach Festival was held on Friday and Saturday, June 12 and 13 near Stuart, VA in the Wayside Park. The Martinsville Bulletin reported 3000 people attended this 2 day event.
6/14/09	Wal-Mart Sponsors VA State Peach Festival Wal-Mart presented a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber in support of the Virginia State Peach Festival celebration in August.
6/13/09	Return To Roots Southern VA Launches New Website. June 11- Press Release from Virginia Economic Bridge about th enew web site: www.ReturnToRoots.org
6/13/09	Bears Steal Bird Feed at Henrietta Crafters-Lover's Leap Mt. See the videos of jumping bears at Henriettas Crafters, on U. S. Route 58, near Vesta, VA. You Tube address below.
6/11/09	Pick Your Own Cherries-Clements Orchard-Ararat, VA Clements Orchard will be open for cherry picking on June 8. Located on Ararat Highway, Ararat, VA, near the Blue Ridge Elementary School. These are dwarf trees. Easy pickin!
6/10/09	Annual Beach Music Festival June 12-13 at Wayside Park-Stuart, Va Press Release from HOT FUN, INC., PO Box 747 Stuart, VA 24171 (276) 694-2150. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
6/10/09	Create A Portrait of Your Favorite Pet-At The Homestead-Critz, VA On June 20, 10am-3pm. Members of the Patrick Henry Photography Club will be at the Reynolds Homestead Continuing Education Center to create memorable portraits of your favorite pet(s).
6/9/09	The Homestead Is Having a Book Sale!-Critz, VA Go by The Reynolds Homestead and check on the fantastic book sale underway now. Hours are 10am-4pm. Will be there until Thursday.
6/8/09	Launch of Return To Roots-Southern Virginia set for June 12 Jun. 8-A video conference will be held at the Patrick Henry Community College-Stuart, Site on June 12 at 12noon-1:00pm, to launch the Return To Roots-Southern Virginia web site.
6/8/09	Patrick County Board of Supervisor's Meeting - June 8th June 8-News Report for WHEO. The Patrick County Board of Supervisors met on Monday, June 8th at the County Administrative Building.
6/8/09	On Friday, June 12th, the Patrick County Health Department will be Closed. The reason for the closure is for district-wide training.
6/7/09	Kaitlyn Culler Named Co-Player of the Year-Patrick Co. High Softball Jun. 8-Kaitlyn Culler of Patrick County High and Brittany Arnn of Tunstall High have been named Co-Players of the Year for softball teams.
6/6/09	Windy Hill Orchards Cherries Ready For Picking Jun 2-Windy Hill Orchards (pick your own) are harvesting cherries the 1st week of June.
6/6/09	Tickets for Hot Fun Beach Music Festival on Sale at the Chamber of Commerce Tickets are available at the Chamber of Commerce office at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway in Stuart. Camping is available. For information for camping call 276-692-5239
6/6/09	Parkway PC's move to new location-Downtown Stuart, VA Parkway PC's has moved to a new location at 306 Patrick Avenue, Downtown Stuart, VA.
6/6/09	Christopher's Pizza Receives Crooked Road Banner-Meadows of Dan Jun. 6-Christopher's Pizza at Blue Ridge Passage Resort received The Crooked Road Music official banner from Mr. Woody Crenshaw, a member of The Crooked Road Music Trail orgainization. Receiving the banner is Christopher Shumate
6/6/09	Lady Cougars loose to Tunstall 3-2 at Radford Jun. 6-The Lady Cougars from Patrick County High School lost to Tunstall 3-2 in extra innings on Saturday in the state softball tournament in Radford.
6/5/09	Lady Cougar Softball Game is Now Saturday at 1:00pm Patrick County High School Lady Cougar Softball Tournament game posponed! Due to heavy rains. Now it is June 6 at 1pm at Radford, VA
6/5/09	Lady Cougars Softball Plays in AA State Tournament-June 6 The PCHS Lady Cougar Softball Team will be playing for the first time ever in the Semi-Final Round of the Group AA State Tournament on Friday at 1pm at Veteran's Field in Radford against the Tunstall Trojans.
6/5/09	Support Cougars-Wear Green and Gold on Friday The PCHS Cougar Club encourages Patrick County Cougar Fans to show their Cougar Pride on Friday by wearing Green and Gold in honor of all of our springs sports athletes and coaches.
6/4/09	Cabbage Fields in Patrick County Nearing Harvest June 2- This picture shows a cabbage field in the Dan River District of Patrick County, VA. This field is located in the Dan River Valley
6/3/09	English Teacher needed Patrick County High Must have VA license and proper endorsement. 2009-2010 school year.287-694-3163. www.patrick-county.org
6/3/09	Dietary Manager Needed-Blue Ridge Nursing Home-Stuart, VA Must be certified Dietary Manager. Prefer 2 yr. long term care experience. Contact: Gerald Williams, Blue Ridge Nursing Center, 105 Landmark Dr., Stuart, VA. Benefits include: vacation, health insurance, pension plan
6/3/09	Peaches In Process Of Maturity Pictured here are peaches at Windy Hill Orchards, still green. This is a pick you own orchard located in Ararat, VA with cherries, apples and peaches.
6/3/09	Former Hospital Owners Indicted by Grand Jury June 3-The Enterprise in Stuart, VA reported that Steven D. Womack and Melvin Eugene Woodward both of Hickory, NC, were indicted individually along with the company they formed, PCH Operations, LLC
6/3/09	Patrick County Board of Supervisors to Vote on Tax Increase Jun. 2- The Patrick County Board of Supervisors will vote on the proposed real estate tax increase to 48 cents per 100 assessed value on Monday, June 8 at 6:00pm meeting
6/3/09	Board of Supervisors to Hold Public Hearing on Tower Ordinance June 3- The Patrick County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on the communications tower ordiniance on Monday, June 8 at 7pm in the County Veteran's Memorial Bldg.
6/2/09	Emmett Bradshaw, Jr. Named High School Principal of Virginia June 1-Mr. Emmett G. “E.G.” Bradshaw, Jr., Principal of Patrick County High School, has been selected the 2009 Outstanding High School Principal of Virginia by the Virginia Association of Secondary School Principals (VASSP)
6/1/09	Gladesboro Elementary School tours Laurel Hill-Ararat, VA Gladesboro Elementary School toured Laurel Hill, historic site of the birth of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart in Ararat, VA on May 21, 2009
6/1/09	Sgt Josh Bohannon Returns for Visit After spending more than a year in Iraq, a soldier received a warm welcome from family and friends Sunday when he returned to his home church. He graduated from Patrick County High School in 2003. He has served in Afghanistan and Iraq
6/1/09	Parkway PC's has moved to a New Location Parkway PC's has moved from 336-B Patrick Ave. to 306 Patrick Ave. as of June 1st. They still can be reached at 276-694-3843 for all your personal and business computer services.
6/1/09	Jonathan and Joy Large Have new baby Mr. and Mrs. Jonathan Large of Ararat who off picture of newborn Baby name is Aubreigh Rose Large
6/1/09	Christopher's Pizza receives Crooked Road Affiliated Partner Status Christopher's Pizza in Meadows of Dan, Virginia will be presented with a banner acknowledging this venue's recent inclusion as a Crooked Road AFFILIATE PARTNER.
5/31/09	Patrick County Unemployment drops to 12% in April, 2009 May 31-According VEC Patrick County Unemployment went to 12% in April 2009. Compared to 13.1% in March.
5/31/09	Dan River Book Store Added to Community Loop-Round The Mountain Dan River Books in Meadows of Dan, Virginia, became the latest in a number of trail sites scheduled to be featured on Patrick County’s Community Loop Trail.
5/30/09	Benefit for Rodger Williams-June 7-2009 at Stuart Baptist On June 7, 2009 our community will come together and support and uplift Rodger and his family as we give thanks to our Benevolent God for His grace and mercy. We will hold a Steak Supper at Rotary Field on that Sunday from 12:30 – 5:30 pm to attempt to
5/29/09	Lt. Barnard Returns to his home in Ararat, VA May 29-Public is encouraged to line the streets to honor 1st Lt. Leevi Barnard as his body is returned home today. Planned processional route is approximately 10:30am. Folowing U. S. Route 51 North from Winston-Salem onto Rockford Street (U. S. 601) and
5/28/09	Ararat Soldier Killed In Iraq on May 21-2009 Army 1st Lt. Leevi Khole Barnard, age 28 of Ararat, VA was killed in Iraq of wounds suffered when his unit was attacked by enemy forces using explosives.
5/27/09	Patrick County Dancing Arts Presents Recital-May 30-Patrick Co. High Patrick County Dancing Arts Center Presents Recital 2009 Art In Motion at the Patrick County High School Auditorium, Saturday, May 30th at 6:00 p.m. Doors Open at 5:00 p.m.
5/27/09	Stuart Forest Products Fire in Stuart, VA Stuart Forest Products in Stuart, VA is experiencing a tremendous fire at 6:15am on May 27, 2009. Fire departments from Patrick County and Henry County have responded.
5/27/09	Picture of Stuart Forest Products Fire - May 27-6:15am A fire at the Stuart Forest Products was underway at 6:30am, May 27, 2009 on Commerce Street in Stuart, VA. Fire depts. from Patrick and Henry County have responded.
5/27/09	Stuart Forest Products Fire-May 27-2009-Stuart, VA The fire at Stuart Forest Products was a devasting loss in the early morning hours of May 27, 2009. The cause of the fire is unknown at this time.
5/24/09	Lt. Leevi K. Barnard of Ararat Killed In Action in Iraq Lt. Leevi Khole Barnard, who was a resident of the Ararat area, was killed in action defending his country. Lt. Barnard served with distinction in the military and was, according to sources, on his third tour in Iraq. Lt. Barnard went to Blue Ridge Elem
5/23/09	Dan River Books Holds Ribbon Cutting-Meadows of Dan Dan River Book Store of Meadows of Dan, VA, held a ribbon cutting and grand re-opening on May 20, 2009. They offer new books at 1/2 price or less. They carry used books too.
5/23/09	Patrick Schools Accepts Challenge of Green Schools May 22-Patrick County School Board is taking the next step reduce energy usage and promote sustainability in our schools. Through the VSBA Green Schools Challenge, Patrick County Public Schools system is committed to leading by example
5/22/09	Silent Art Auction Fundraiser-The Homestead-Deadline June 4 May 22-Homestead 2nd annual Book Sale and Silent Art Auction Fundraiser the second week of June.
5/21/09	A Big Greenhouse 'One Day Sale' at Landmark & Blue Ridge Nursing Center 9am till 5pm you may purchase 4 packs that are regularly $1.30 for $1.00 and Full Trays for just $11.00. With ALL OTHER BASKETS AND PLANTS 20% OFF. Come and See what we have growing!
5/21/09	The Opening of the Empathy Rehab at Landmark and Blue Ridge Nursing Center A comprehensive rehabilitation service offering Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy to the residents of Patrick County and the surrounding areas.
5/21/09	Chamber Office Closed on Monday May 25th-Stuart, VA The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office in Stuart, VA is closed on Monday May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.
5/19/09	Cooking For A Cause-Thur. May 16-Clark Gas & Oil-Stuart Cookin' For A Cause is Thursday, 11:00am-2:00pm on Commerce St. and Woodland Dr. at Clark Gas & Oil
5/18/09	Lady Cougar Live Broadcast Fun Facts Radio and More.. will be broadcasting live from Lady Cougar Field the Piedmont District Softball Action this week. Tonight Magna Vista will play Tunstall at 5 pm and our Lady Cougars will play host to Bassett in the night cap.
5/17/09	Auction of Dairy Farm Animals and Equipment-Meadows of Dan, VA Hurricane Ridge Dairy Farm in Meadows of Dan, VA will have an auction of 279 Holstein Heifers, 27 tractors, 27 trucks & trailers, 14 loaders and much more!
5/16/09	Strawberries Looking Good! At Stuart Strawberry Festival May 16-Strawberries were in plentiful supply Saturday, at the Town of Stuart's Strawberry Festival. Everyone enjoyed many products made with strawberries.
5/16/09	Mr. Richard D. Rogers, Jr. of Four Rivers Realty Passes Away-May 16 Mr. Richard D. Rogers, Jr. Broker of Four Rivers Realty in Stuart, VA passed away today, May 16 at Blue Ridge Nursing Home. The Patrick County Chamber is saddened by the loss of Mr. Rogers in our business community.
5/16/09	Strawberry Festival Brings Out Crafters-Stuart, VA Pictured here are examples of wooden bowls crafted out of local wood. On display at the Annual Strawberry Festival in Downtown, Stuart, VA
5/16/09	Tourism Demo's At Virginia Welcome Center-Lambsburg,VA May 13 & 14-Patrick Countians do 2 demo's at the I-77 Virginia Welcome Center at Lambsburg, VA. Celebrating National Tourism Week.
5/16/09	Tourism Demos at Virginia Welcome Center-May 13-14 Tourism demos were conducted at the Lambsburg, VA I-77 Welcome Center on May 13 and 14 by Patrick Countians as a part of National Tourism Week.
5/16/09	Public Hearing Proposed Budget-Patrick Co. Board of Supervisors May 18-A public hearing on the proposed budget July 1, 2009-June 30, 2010 was held in Patrick County, giving the citizenry the opportunity to give public comment.
5/15/09	Radio-thon at Stuart, VA WHEO 1270 AM Raises $10,500 May 15-Richard Rogers thanks the people of Patrick County and neighboring areas for your generous support in the fight against cancer. Today's "12 Hours for a Cure III" Radio-thon on WHEO, Stuart, Va, raised more than $10,500, exceeding our goal.
5/15/09	Patrick County Chamber Does Tourism Demo at Welcome Center The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce did a "Tourism Demo" at the Virginia Welcome Center on I-77 North, at Lambsburg, VA on
5/14/09	JEB Stuart Preservation Trust Does Tourism Demo at Welcome Center Representatives of the J. E. B. Stuart Preservation Trust did a "Tourism Demo" at the Virginia Welcome Center, on I-77 North, at Lambsburg, VA on May 14.
5/13/09	Patrick Chamber Provides Tourism Table-Strawberry Festival May 16 Press Release from the Chamber of Commerce-The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce will have a Tourism Information table at the Strawberry Festival in Stuart, VA on May 16, 2009, from 10:00am-4:00pm. Free literature will be given out all day long
5/13/09	Pioneer Community Hospital Adopts Fairy Stone Cross as Logo Pioneer Community Hospital of Patrick County has adopted the fairy stone cross for their new logo. Published in The Enterprise and The Martinsville Bulletin on May 13, 2009)
5/13/09	Peach Celebration Schedule Announced-Aug. 6-8, 2009 The Patrick County Chamber has announced the Peach Week Schedule for August 6-8, 2009. Aug. 6-Gospel Sing, Aug. 7 Peach Pageant, Aug. 8 Meadows of Dan Folk Fair, Aug. 8 Traditional music program
5/12/09	Relay For Life Radiothon-WHEO 1270 AM 6am-6pm-Stuart,VA-May 15 May 15-Relay for Life Radiothon on WHEO 1270 AM, 6am-6pm. All day live music from WHEO studios. Fund raiser for the Relay For Life. Talk Show host: Richard Rogers. Call in to donate 276-694-3114
5/11/09	Board of Supervisor's Meeting May 11, 2009-Patrick County The Patrick County Board of Supervisors met on Monday evening at 6:00pm on May 11, 2009. Listed here are the decisions made and other matters of public discussion.
5/10/09	New Cell Phone Tower Construction-Meadows of Dan, VA A new cell phone tower is now under construction on Widow Drive, ¼ mile south of U. S. Route 58 (JEB Stuart Highway), near the Floyd County and Patrick County line.
5/9/09	Picnicing On The Lawn-Mabry Mill, VA Sunday was a beautiful day on the Blue Ridge Parkway, at Mabry Mill. This family was spread out with Kentucky Fried Chicken. They are Lyn and Joy Hudgins, and their children Bryson, Gracie and Payton from Blacksburg, VA
5/9/09	Mabry Mill-Blue Ridge Parkway, Virginia Mother's Day, May 10, 2009 was the day to be on the Parkway near Meadows of Dan, VA. The sky was clear and temperature just right for all the visitors to the mountains of Patrick and Floyd counties.
5/9/09	Doe Run Farm Joins Round The Mountain Loop Trail Doe Run Farm in Ararat, Virginia, became the latest in a number of trail sites scheduled to be featured on Patrick County’s Community Loop Trail.
5/8/09	Gary Sheppard Recognized for Contributions to Baseball Park Gary Sheppard was recognized on May 8, 2009 at the Stuart DeHart Park with a plaque presented to him by Clyde Crissman and Darlyne Clark
5/8/09	Mr. and Mrs. Harris given Plaque in memory of Tracy Harris The Patrick Prowlers girls softball team presented a plaque in memory of Tracy Harris, a sponsor for the Prowlers team. Receiving the plaque is Mavin and Crystal Harris, presenter is Logan Martin
5/7/09	New Store Front-Downtown Stuart, VA Pictured here are two new store fronts on Patrick Avenue, Downtown, Stuart, VA. The remodeling project is nearing completion.
5/7/09	Yellow Tavern-Where J. E. B. Stuart was mortally wounded Pictured here is a historical sign placed near U. S. Route 1 and Interstate 95, North of Richmond, VA, where Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart made his last ride in the Civil War.
5/7/09	Honduras Coffee Improves Menu-Offers Entertainment Now serving a veggie burger – a grilled garden burger on an onion roll with your choice of fixins, including alfalfa sprouts and a sour cream and herb sauce. May 9th comedy, "Once Upon A Blue Ridge" and the Foddrells.
5/7/09	Chamber Offers new Booklet on Digital Television Conversion The Federal Communication Commission has issued a new booklet entitled, "DTV Made Easy-5 simple Steps to Upgrade to Digital Television". Come by the Chamber office to get your copy
5/6/09	Meadows of Dan Community Leaders Visit Primland Construction Project Recently the Meadows of Dan Business and community leaders visited the Primland Resort construction project on Busted Rock Road in Meadows of Dan, VA
5/5/09	Ball Park Initiation-DeHart Park-Stuart-May 7 at 6:00pm DeHart Park ball field initiation. No. 2 Ball Field. Starts at 6:00pm. Call Recreation Dept. for more info. 276-694-3917
5/3/09	Tom Bishop Visits Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart's Grave-Richmond, VA On May 2, 2009, Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce went to Richmond and visited the grave of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA.
5/2/09	Healthy Lifestyles Series-PH Community College-Stuart Six weekly sessions designed to help better manage weight, reduce risk of illness or injury, lead you to a healthier life. Classes starting on May 14, 6:30pm
5/1/09	Del Armstrong Holds Town Hall Meeting-Stuart, VA At the PH Community College, Wed., May 6, 5:30pm, 212 Johnson Street, Stuart, VA
5/1/09	Artisans Community Loop Trail Being Finalized for Patrick County Our absolute last date we can accept trail site applications is May 15,” said Charlotte Gardner, Chairman of TAC, in a recent meeting. 10,000 brochures will be printed for distribution at Welcome Centers, visitor’s centers, and other points througho
5/1/09	Public Hearing Scheduled for Tax Increase-June 8-Patrick County The County Board of Supervisors have set June 8, 6:00pm, as a public hearing for the tax rate of 48 cents per hundred. The budget for 2009-2010 is $41 million.
5/1/09	The Big Greenhouse at Blue Ridge Nursing and Landmark Center The big greenhouse is now open to the public. Get ready for Mother's Day which is May 10. Bedding plants, roses, pansies, geraniums, annuls, dish gardens, baskets, mixed pits, dogwood trees, and more.
4/30/09	Patrick County Jobless Rate Goes too 13.2% in March Patrick County, Virginia unemployment went from 13% in February 2009 to 13.2% in March 2009
4/30/09	Southside Business Tech Center gets $375,000 from Harvest Foundation Apr. 30-Southside Business Technology Center was awarded $375,000 from the Harvest Foundation over a period of 3 years
4/30/09	Simulus Money Goes to Philpott Reservoir and Lake-$3.75 million May 1-Selection criteria required that projects be executed quickly and result in high, immediate employment.
4/28/09	Patrick Hospital Looking for Physical Therapist-Stuart, VA Pioneer Health Services of Patrick County is currently seeking a Physical Therapist and a LPTA. Facilities will be located in the hospital.
4/28/09	Patrick County Schools Earns Distinguished Title I School Division NEWS RELEASE – April 30, 2009 Ten public school divisions and 124 schools are being honored by the Virginia Board of Education for raising the academic achievement of economically disadvantaged students
4/27/09	Cost of Griffith Lumber Co. Fire In The Millions-Woolwine Apr. 26 - As reported by the Martinsville Bulletin, page 1, the owner estimates the loss in millions of dollars. In fact a total loss, per Bruce Griffith.
4/26/09	Hall Oil and Propane Holds Groundbreaking-Stuart, VA Apr. 24-Hall Oil and Propane held a groundbreaking on JEB Stuart Highway W. in Stuart, VA for a new office and propane storage facility. The business will be located next door to W & W Produce
4/26/09	Jamestown Pipe and Drum Plays for the Highland Games The Jamestown Pipe and Drum played for the 2nd Annual Highland Games at Laurel Hill in Ararat, VA on April 25. The event was attended by approximatel 1200 people and it was a beautiful day.
4/25/09	Highland Games and Festival at Laurel Hill-Ararat-Apr. 25 The 2nd Annual Highland Games and Festival was held on Apr. 25 at Laurel Hill, birthplace of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart, CSA. Pirctured here is Jim Barnette (native of Scotland) and Glen King, Organizer of the Games and Festival
4/25/09	Cindy Hoback Named Volunteer of the Year-Surgical Nurse Apr. 23-Cindy Hoback a day surgical nurse at Northern Hospital of Surry County, NC and former president of the Hospital Auxiliary was named Volunteer of the Year at the Annual Banquet on Tuesday evening.
4/25/09	EMBARQ Mobile Unit at Post Office in Stuart EMBARQ Telephone company will have their mobile store available to the general public on Tuesday, Apr. 28 all day, starting at 9am-5pm
4/24/09	Griffith Lumber Looses Sawmill in Fire-Woolwine Griffith Lumber of Woolwine, VA experienced a devasting fire last evening, destroying all their sawmill and equipment. Immediately 40 people are out of work.
4/23/09	Johnny Williams Will Perform at Apr 25 Music Association Jamboree Apr. 20- Song writer and bluegrass performer Johnny Williams and Friends will perform at the Patrick County Music Association (PCMA) jamboree on Saturday, April 25th in Patrick Springs, VA.
4/23/09	Gas Price goes to $1.899 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Apr. 23-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.899 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
4/23/09	Alert Signs on Manure Spill Removed-Meadows of Dan Apr. 23- WSLS Channel 10, stated the VA Dept. of Health gave a news release that signs had been removed alerting public of a manure spill of 10,000 gallons.
4/22/09	Step, Inc. holds Groundbreaking for New Building-Stuart Apr. 16-Step, Inc. held a groundbreaking ceremony on April 16 at the new site on Wayside Road in Stuart, VA. Cost is $1.3 million with the major portion being a loan from USDA.
4/22/09	Reynolds Homestead Part of Artisan Trail Network CRITZ, VA (April 21, 2009)—The Reynolds Homestead is pleased to announce that it has become part of the ‘Round the Mountain Regional Artisan Trail Network. This network of driving trails connects visitors to artisan studios, galleries, agritourism bus
4/22/09	EMBARQ Mobile Store Coming to Stuart, VA EMBARQ's mobile store will be in Stuart all day on April 28, from 9:00am-5pm at the Post Office on Blue Ridge Street. This is a customer service van and may be able to help many in our community with service questions.
4/22/09	Jonathan Large Speaks on the Referendums in Patrick Apr. 22-After the Patrick County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously last week to have that issue decided through a referendum that will be on the ballot for a county election in November.
4/21/09	Aneesh Chopra Named as Technology Director by President Obama On Saturday, during his weekly address, President Obama named Virginia’s Secretary of Technology, Aneesh Chopra, as the nation’s Chief Technology Officer.
4/21/09	Martinsville Media Reports on Cattle Manure Spill Apparently a spill of 10,000 gal. of cattle manure occured from a holding lagoon in the Meadows of Dan area of Patrick Colunty on Apr. 13, 2009
4/20/09	Hall Oil & Propane Building in Patrick County Apr. 21-Hall Oil and Propane of Walnut Cove, NC is planning to build an office and storage facility on JEB Stuart Highway, Rt. 58, next door to W & W Produce.
4/19/09	Rick Boucher Holds Town Hall Meeting in Stuart, VA Apr. 18. At the Historic Star Theatre in Downtown Stuart, VA, Congressman Rick Boucher, from the 9th District of Southwest Virginia greeted the public in a Town Hall meeting.
4/19/09	Ward Armstrong Visits White House Delegate Ward Armstrong from Collinsville, VA visited the White House on April 16, 2009. He attended where he attended a presentation on the President’s new strategic plan for high speed rail in America.
4/18/09	Congressman Rick Boucher Greets Tom Bishop at Star Theatre Apr. 18-Congressman Rick Boucher greets Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce at the Star Theatre in Stuart, VA while he was here for a Town Hall meeting.
4/18/09	Car Show In Stuart, VA attracts Big Crowd The Annual Blue Ridge Mountains Car Show was a hit in Patrick County, VA on Saturday, April 18. This was sponsored by the Stuart Rotary Club.
4/18/09	Jonathan Large Greets Congressman Rick Boucher Apr. 18-Rick Boucher thanked Jonathan Large, Supervisor from the Dan River District of Patrick County, who recently went to Washington, DC and spoke before the Committee on Telecommunications and The Internet.
4/17/09	Conference on the Stimulus Legislation-Apr. 20-Wytheville Congressman Rick Boucher offers a FREE conference at the Wytheville Meeting Center concerning the Amererican Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Economic Opportunities for the 9th Congressionial District.
4/16/09	National Crime Victims' Rights Week-Apr. 26-May 2 Celebrating National Crime Victims' Rights Week in Patrick County April 26-May 2. All events are open to the public and FREE!
4/16/09	Secretary of Technology Visited Patrick County High School Mar. 25-Aneesh Chopra visited Patrick County High School to observe teachers using digital learning tools.
4/15/09	Congressman Boucher Holds Town Hall Meeting at The Star Theatre Public is invited to the Historic Star Theatre on Saturday, 9:00am April 18, with Rep. Rick Boucher, Abingdon, VA sharing with us the impact of the Federal Stimulus package on Southwest, VA
4/15/09	WHEO live Jamboree at The Star Theatre in Stuart-April 18 WHEO and the Star Theatre hosts Mary Jo and Charlie Leet and friends on Saturday, April 18. Ticket price is $3.00. Downtown Boys will also perform. Starts at 11:00am
4/15/09	Civil War Roundtable at The Homestead-Critz, VA The Reynolds Homestead Virginia Tech Continuing Ed. Center is sponsoring a Civil War panel discussion on Sunday, Apr. 19, 3-4pm. Dessert and coffee provided.
4/15/09	Patrick County Supervisors Vote to take issues to referendum April 14-Patrick County Board of Supervisors voted late Tuesday night to take the Restaurant Meals Tax and Liquer By The Drink to the voters in the November election.
4/15/09	OPEN HOUSE at PH Community College-Stuart-Apr. 21-5:30pm Patrick Henry Community College is offering an Open House at the Stuart Site on Tuesday, April 21, at 5:30pm. Open to public. Free raffles. Refreshments. Learn about job opportunities.
4/15/09	OPEN HOUSE at PH Community College-Stuart-Apr. 21-5:30pm Patrick Henry Community College is offering an Open House at the Stuart Site on Tuesday, April 21, at 5:30pm. Open to public. Free raffles. Refreshments. Learn about job opportunities.
4/14/09	Mabry Mill Restuarant and Gift Shop will Open Apr. 25-8:00am The Mabry Mill & Gift Shop on the Blue Ridge Parkway will open for the season on Apr. 25, 2009 at 8:00am. This is one of the most popular sites visited on the Parkway.
4/14/09	Fish Virginia Marketing Rollout-Smith Mt. Lake The Fish Virginia First marketing inititaive soft rollout event at the Parkway Marina at Smith Mt. Lake in Franklin County, VA. Part of the Bassmasters Tournament Schedule.
4/13/09	VECTEC Joins Patrick County Chamber of Commerce VECTEC (Virginia Electronic Commerce Technology Center) of Newport News, Virginia has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
4/13/09	The Showroom of Martinsville, VA Joins Patrick County Chamber The Showroom, furniture outlet in Martinsville, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. They are located at 132 E. Church Street, Martinsville, VA.
4/13/09	Manure Spill in Patrick County, VA Apr. 13- Health Official report a manure spill into a stream in Patrick County, VA. It is considered accidental and was approximately 10,000 gallons of cattle manure from a holding lagoon on Hurricane Ridge Road near Meadcows of Dan.
4/12/09	Leon Jones Garage of Dry Pond Joins Patrick County Chamber Leon Jones Garage of (Dry Pond) Stuart, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. the garage and trucking company is located on Dry Pond Highway, Route 103 between Claudville and Stuart.
4/11/09	R & S Stone of Floyd County, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber R & S Stone of Floyd County, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. Formerly known as Shooting Creek Quarry
4/10/09	Job Fair at Meadows of Dan Community Center-Primland Primland Resort is conducted a Job Fair at the Meadows of Dan Community Center on Jeb Stuart Highway, Meadows of Dan, VA on April 14, 2009, 9:00am-7pm
4/9/09	Mayberry Beverage has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Mayberry Beverage, who offers bottled water and cider, has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
4/9/09	Verizon Wireless joins the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Verizon Wireless of Roanoke, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
4/6/09	Gov. Tim Kaine will be in Martinsville-April 9-2009 Gov. Tim Kaine and his Cabinet Secretaries along with other elected officials at the Museum of Natural History, Martinsville, VA starting at 11:30am, April 9. Cost of luncheon $10. RSVP
4/6/09	Cyndi Williams will become Coordinator for Federal Programs Mrs. Cyndi Williams, Principal of Stuart Elementary has been promoted to the position of Coordinator of Federal Programs for Patrick County Schools.
4/5/09	What's Going On At Honduras Coffee Shop-Stuart, VA Apr. 6-Honduras Coffee-Take advantage of our Stimulant Package! For the entire month of April, you can buy fresh roasted Brazilian Santos for only $4.99 a pound. Brazilian Santos is a mild coffee with a smooth, light body.
4/5/09	Patrick County Chamber Office Closed April 13-2009 The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce office will be closed on Monday April 13, 2009 in observance of the holiday Easter Monday
4/4/09	Patrick County Jobless Rate is 13.3% in February, 2009 The unemployment rate for February, 2009 for Patrick County, VA hit 13.3%. This is up from January when it was 11.5%.
4/4/09	Return to Roots Top Finalists for American Govt. Awards RADFORD, Va., March 31, 2009- Earlier today, the Return to Roots program, a Virginia Tobacco Indemnification and Community Revitalization Commission funded project managed by Virginia Economic Bridge, Inc., was announced as one of the top 50 finalists
4/3/09	Unemployment in Martinsville, VA hits 20.2% Apr. 2-Jobless rate in Martinsville, VA hit 20.2% in February, 2009 according to Virginiia Employment Commission figures released on Wednesday.
4/3/09	Gas Price goes to $1.939 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went down to $1.939 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
4/3/09	Sen. Roscoe Reynolds will be guest on Job Quest on Blue Ridge PBS April 14, 2009, Senator Roscoe Reynolds will be a special guest on the Blue Ridge PBS "Job Quest" program. This an employment advice and information program.
4/2/09	Chamber Office Hours-New Schedule-April 1st Apr. 1-The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is now open 9:00am-4:30pm Monday-Friday, effective April 1st, 2009
4/2/09	Spring Clean-Up-Patrick County, VA-Mar. 15-Apr. 15 "Community Wide Litter Pick-Up. Patrick County, VA. Mar. 15-Apr. 15. Everyone join in and volunteer to help. Self Directed clean up along our road sides. Be safe!
4/1/09	Volunteer for Fire Dept. or Rescue Squad-Claudville, VA Come and hear how you can be a volunteer for local fire departments and rescue squads. Trinity Christian School, Claudville, at 14 Gammons Road. Apr. 7-2009 at 11:00am
3/31/09	Musical Styles Along the Crooked Road-Travel Exhibit Opens in Apr.-Stuart Mar. 30-Musical Styles Along the Crooked Road. Traveling Exhibit Opens in April. Southwest Virginians are known to have a good ear for music, and this second new exhibit from The Crooked Road group opening at The Historic Star Theatre
3/31/09	VA Chamber Briefiings-Virginia Chamber of Commerce Mar. 30-As we ponder what’s going on in Virginia affecting our business climate and our competitiveness, several things stand out. First among them is the decision by the Virginia Department of Transportation to close 25 of 41 rest areas
3/31/09	National Healthcare Decisions Day-Apr. 16-2009 Mar. 31-Mount Airy, NC – Mountain Valley Hospice & Palliative Care (MVHPC), along with other national, state and community organizations, are leading a massive effort to highlight the importance of advance healthcare decision-making
3/31/09	Grants Available From Stimulus-Gov. Kaine Announcement Gov. Tim Kaine announced an update to the Stimulus program and provides information on competitive grants. Now accepting applications for a wide range of project proposals.
3/31/09	Growing Sales Seminar-Apr. 16 at Galax, VA Attention Business Owners-At Galax, VA. Seminar to help businesses increase salses through state, federal and private sector markets.
3/30/09	Free Workshops at Patrick Henry Community College in May series of free workshops in leadership, technology, problem-solving, critical thinking and communication will be offered by Patrick Henry Community College during the month of May
3/29/09	Spring Frolic Planned at The Homestead-May 2-Critz, VA The Annual Spring Frolic is planned for The Reynolds Homestead at Critz, VA, Saturday, May 2, 10:00-3:00pm. Admission $1.00. Maypole. Food. Entertainment. A great place to be!
3/27/09	Gas Price goes to $1.979 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.979 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
3/26/09	David Byrd named as Branch Manager at Surrey Bank-Stuart David A. Byrd has been named as Branch Manager at the Surrey Bank & Trust in Stuart, VA, replacing Janie Lankford.
3/25/09	Secretary of Technology Visits Patrick County Schools. The Honorable Aneesh Chopra, the Secretary of Technology, visited Patrick County Public Schools on Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
3/25/09	Aneesh Chopra-Secretary of Technology Visits Patrick County, Va Mar. 25-Mr. Aneesh Chopra, Secretary of Technology visited the Patrick County Schools in Stuart, VA. Accompanying him was Tristen Pegram Senior Special Assistant.
3/25/09	RJR Hospital Now Pioneer Community Hospital Mar. 25- According to The Enterprise published on March 25, 2009, the former R. J. Reynolds Patrick County Memorial Hospital has now been renamed Pioneer Community Hospital.
3/25/09	Janice Wilkins Resigns From Patrick County Hospital Janice Wilkins who has served as hospital administrator for several years announced March 23, that she was resigning that position.
3/25/09	Strategic Planning Session at The Reynolds Homestead CRITZ, VA (March 25, 2009)— The Reynolds Homestead Virginia Tech Continuing Education Center is in the process of developing a strategic plan. The plan will address two areas—the historic home and the history and story around it,
3/25/09	Easter Egg Decorating Contest-Deadline today at Blue Ridge Nursing Home Blue Ridge Nursing Home, Stuart, VA is sponsoring a Easter Egg decorating contest. Deadline is today. So get your entries in!
3/24/09	Fire Call at Stuart Forest Products-Stuart, VA Mar. 24-Four fire departments responded to Stuart Forest Products on Commerce Street in Stuart, VA. Picture was taken about 5:10pm on Mar. 24, 2009. Address is 120 Commerce Street.
3/24/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.939 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Mar. 25-Unleaded gasoline went to $1.939 at On The Run-Exxon, Stuart, VA
3/24/09	Guitar and Instrument Show-Patrick County Music Association On Saturday, March 28, 10:00am-4:00pm Patrick County Music Association will hold a workshop, guitar and instrument show. Open jam will follow at 5:00pm
3/23/09	Big Band Bash at the Star Theatre-Stuart, VA Mar. 21- The Patrick County Partnership for the Arts presented the 4th Annual Big Band Bash at the Historic Star Theatre on March 21 in downtown Stuart, VA
3/23/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.879 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Mar. 23-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.879 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
3/23/09	Job Opening! Certified Nursing Assistant with Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant I or II, 2 years Hospice/Home Health experience preferred, current driver’s license, excellent communication skills. Full time, competitive benefit package. EOE
3/23/09	Ribbon Cutting at Blessings From Above Child Care-Stuart, VA Mar. 23-Ribbon Cutting was held today at Blessings From Above child care in Stuart, VA, opening a new business. New owners are Mary Beth Roberson and Kim Roberson.
3/23/09	VDOT Announced Closure of 25 Safety Rest Areas in Virginia The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) recently announced the proposed closure of 25 of the 41 state safety rest areas effective July 2009. VDOT attributes the closures to a tight budget and a move towards its core mission of building and maint
3/23/09	Card Check Bill Under Consideration by US Congress Mar. 12-Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) or "card check"has been re-introduced in the U. S. House and U. S. Senate. H.R. 1409 and S. 560. If you wish to express yourself, now is the time to contact your representatives.
3/23/09	VA Chamber Hosts Anti-Card Check Forum in Abingdon Mar. 25-On April 1, the Virginia Chamber of Commerce will partner with the Washington County Smith County and Bristol Chambers of Commerce to co-host a seminar focusing on the Employee Free Choice Act
3/21/09	Utility Work Underway for Route 8 Connector in Stuart, VA Mar. 20-Pictured here are Appalachian utility crews working on relocation of power lines in Stuart, VA in preparation for the new Route 8 connector
3/20/09	Ribbon Cutting-Mar 23 at 11:00am-Blessings From Above Child Care Blessings From Above Child Day Center, located at 716 Johnson St. Stuart, VA will have a ribbon cutting celebrating this new business on March 23, at 11:00am
3/20/09	Peach Blossoms Are out at Windy Hill Orchards-Ararat, VA Mar. 20-Pictured here is a display of peach tree blossoms on March 20, 2009 in the Windy Hill Orchards in Ararat, VA
3/20/09	Gas Price goes to $1.839 per gallon at On The Run-Stuart, VA Mar. 20-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.839 at On the Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
3/20/09	Pastoral Scene-Patrick County, VA Mar. 20-This picture is of a farm on Archie's Creek Road, Claudville, VA. Picture was taken on March 20, 2009
3/19/09	New Lodge Under Construction at Primland-Meadows of Dan The new lodge and restuarant for Primland Resort is under construction with a planned opening in the Summer of 2009. Members of the Meadows of Dan Community toured the property on March 12.
3/18/09	New Store Fronts in Downtown Stuart, VA Two new store fronts are being put in place on Patrick Avenue, Downtown Stuart, VA. Owners are Tom Beasley and Dean Goad. Expectation is that these will be retail stores.
3/17/09	Blessings From Above Child Day Center Opening Mar. 16 Blessings From Above Child Day Center will be opening on Monday, March 16, 2009. It is located at 716 Johnson Street, Stuart, VA. Telephone: 276-694-7007
3/17/09	VA Commission Delays Hearing on Embarq Rates A State Corporation Commission (SCC) hearing on a matter that could lead to Embarq raising rates paid by local phone customers has been postponed
3/17/09	Chopra-Sec. of Technology for Virginia will visit Patrick County Schools Patrick County Public Schools is pleased to announce that the Honorable Aneesh Chopra, Virginia's Secretary of Technology will be visiting Patrick County Public Schools on Wednesday, March 25, 2009.
3/17/09	Job Quest Shares Good News on Blue Ridge PBS Mar. 19-(Roanoke, Va.)—“JobQuest” shared a dose of good news and optimism with Blue Ridge PBS viewers on March 17, as the popular employment advice and information program returned for its third monthly primetime episode.
3/16/09	New Construction in Patrick County is $22 million for 2008 Mar. 13. The Patrick County Chamber issues this report on new construction for year 2008.
3/16/09	American Legion Post 105 seeking members-Stuart, VA Post 105 reminds all honorably discharged male and female veterans of the Armed Forces of the U. S. who served during periods of conflict that they may qualify for membership.
3/16/09	Daniel Louis Hosts Afternoon Show on WHEO 1270 AM Stuart, VA Mr. Daniel Louis hosts the late afternoon talk show and music program on the Heart of Patrick County, WHEO, 1270 AM Stuart, Va
3/15/09	Patrick County Unemployment goes to 11.2% in January 2009 December's jobless rate was 10.2% in December, 2008, with 959 unemployed. January 2009 there was 1078 unemployed.
3/15/09	Need Business Assistance? Here is an opportunity! Mar. 17-Attention Business Owners. In today’s economy, the survival of small business has never been more challenging. Finding new markets, accessing financing and connecting to resources is vital to weathering economic crisis.
3/15/09	Business Counseling-One-On-One-Stuart- Appointments Available LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE, CALL TODAY TO RESERVE A ONE HOUR APPOINTMENT, contact Sandy Ratliff at 276-676- 3768 from Dept. of Business Assistance. March 30 only
3/15/09	PH Community College Offering On Line Non Credit Classes-Save 20% PHCC is offering a Mad Deal during March Madness on our online non-credit classes during the month of March. SAVE 20% NOW if you enroll in an online non-credit course through Ed2Go!
3/15/09	Bishop Tommy McGhee is Speaker for Mt. View P. H. Church Mar. 15-Bishop Tommy McGhee, Conference Supt. of the Cornerstone Conference of the Pentecostal Holiness Church was the Guest Speaker at Retired Minister's Day at Mt. View Church in Claudville
3/15/09	Chamber On WHEO Talk Show-1270 AM Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber will be on the WHEO 8:00am Talk Show with Lacy Harbour, from 8:15 am-9:00am on March 27, 2009
3/14/09	Sen. Roscoe Reynolds Speaks Out For U. S. Route 58 Senator Roscoe Reynolds, D-Ridgeway has recently spoke out in favor of completing U. S. Route 58 from Stuart to Hillsville, VA. See Martinsville Bulletin, March 12, 2009.
3/13/09	Mr. James A. Hutchens Passes Away March 12-Spencer, VA Mar. 12-Mr. James A. Hutchens, Age 82, passed away on March 12 at his home in Spencer, VA. We at the Chamber of Commerce offer our condolences and prayers to this family.
3/13/09	Tom Bishop will be on 1270 AM WHEO Talk Show on Mar. 20 Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber will be on the WHEO 1270 AM Talk Show with host Richard Rogers on Friday, March 20, 2009, 9:30am-10:00am
3/12/09	FREE CHOICE ACT-Card Check-Introduced in U. S. House of Rep. Mar. 11-Socalled Free Choice Act (EFCA) or "card check" bill was re-introduced on Tuesday in the House of Representatives (H. R. 1409) and in the Senate (S560).
3/12/09	Sen. Reynolds Urges VDOT to keep Rest Areas Open Senator Roscoe Reynolds, D-Ridgeway, at the request of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce urged VDOT to do all they can to keep welcome centers and rest areas open.
3/11/09	County Proclamation-Litter Pick-UP-Mar. 15-Apr. 15 Mar. 9-Patrick County, VA declares March 15 – April 15, 2009 as Community Wide Litter Pick Up.
3/11/09	Customer Service Workshops Build Service Skills Mar. 10-Stuart, Virginia – Thanks to a collaboration of several Patrick County organizations, three successful “Outstanding Customer Service” workshops were held recently at Patrick Henry Community College.
3/11/09	Mary Sue Terry named as 2009 Woman In History Former Attorney General Mary Sue Terry, a Patrick County native and resident, is being honored by the Library of Virginia as one of the 2009 Women in History
3/9/09	Blue Ridge Parkway 75 Celebration Planning Underway BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY 75, INC. PUTS STEWARDSHIP AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AT TOP OF CELEBRATION PLANS-Roanoke, VA – As the Blue Ridge Parkway prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary, stewardship of the 469-mile roadway is a priority according to state o
3/9/09	Help with Litter Pick Up! Patrick County, VA campaign for Spring Issued March 9-PLEASE HELP US!!! ”Community Wide Litter Pick-Up Patrick County, VA” March 15-April 15, 2009
3/7/09	Gov. Tim Kaine announced allocation of $1.6 billion from Stimulus Mar. 6-RICHMOND—Governor Timothy M. Kaine today announced the allocation of $1.6 billion from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to education, public safety and transportation needs in Virginia.
3/6/09	Patrick County Girls Play in State Tournament Mar. 7-Salem Civic Center Please be advised that the Patrick County High School girls basketball team will play in the VHSL State Tournament on Saturday, March 7, 2009 at 5:15 at the Salem Civic Center.
3/6/09	Vaughan Bassett Furniture will invest $2.15 million for Galax Facility March 6-GOVERNOR KAINE ANNOUNCES VAUGHAN-BASSETT FURNITURE COMPANY EXPANSION IN GALAX. It will create 100 new jobs.
3/6/09	Impact of VA Tourism Economy Sought by Charles Ryan Associates Mar. 6-Virginia Travel is researching the impact of the recession on the tourism economy in order to develop strategies to help our industry to thrive. Charles Ryan Associates have been employed.
3/5/09	Surrey Bank and Trusts Becomes Peach Festival Sponsor Mar. 4-Surrey Bank and Trust presented a check to Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce as a 2009 sponsor of the Virginia State Peach Festival.
3/5/09	Crooked Road Venues-Week of March 14-2009 The Crooked Road is pleased to share the following list of events taking place at The Crooked Road Venues, Partner locations and other sites throughout The Crooked Road region through the week of March 14th.
3/5/09	Lady Cougars will be on Fun Facts Radio This weekend If you are not able to make the trip to Salem on Saturday to cheer on our Lady Cougar Basketball team in their quarterfinal state tournament game against Lord Botetourt, you can still catch the action live on www.BetterThanRadio.us, by clicking our 'Event
3/5/09	RURAL TELEPHONE RATES COULD INCREASE Mar. 5-The Virginia State Corporation Commission has been asked by Embarq Corporation to reject a report that could force major increases in rural telephone rates.
3/4/09	Patrick Chamber Represented at Martinsville Trade Show Tom Bishop. Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber, will be on site at the Annual Trade Show in Martinsville representing Patrick County. The show is Tuesday and Wednesday, March 3 and 4, from 4:00pm-8:00pm
3/4/09	Specials at On The Run for March 4th at the Stuart Location today's: Lasagna, sweet potatoes & cherry cobbler. March Specials include Hot Dogs, Taquitos, Chips and all sizes fountain drinks
3/4/09	Verizon Wireless has joined the Patrick County Chamber Verizon Wireless of Roanoke, VA has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
3/3/09	Patrick Co. Girls Basketball win Region Title Mar. 1-Patrick County High School girls basketball team won 41-39 over Graham Middle School to secure its first regional title since 1990.
3/3/09	Snow in Patrick County shuts downs Schools Martinsville and Patrick County schools announced Sunday that they would close today due to the weather. Henry County Schools already were scheduled to be closed today for a student-teacher holiday.
3/3/09	Lady Cougars Play in State Tournament-Salem Civic Center Mar 7 Game starts at 5:15pm at Salem Civic Center, Salem, VA. Patrick County High Lady Cougars Basketball team
3/3/09	Ribbon Cutting at Patrick Hospital-Stuart, VA on March 3 Mar. 3-Pioneer Health Services held a ribbon cutting at the Patrick County Hospital on March 3, 2009, within days of leasing the facility. Joe McNulty, Founder and CEO of Pioneer and Steve Fontaine, Director of regional hospital operations were on hand.
3/2/09	Snow ranges 4-7 Inches in Patrick County, VA Mar. 2-Overnight snow in Patrick County, VA resulted in a range of 4-7 inches. At 8:30am temperature is 20 degrees. Picture taken by Tom Bishop
3/2/09	George B Weidhass of United Elastic Corporation Passes Away Mr. George B. Weidhaas, age 89, of Stuart passed away Friday, February 27, 2009 at Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. He was born on December 19, 1919 in Easthampton, Massachusetts
3/2/09	7200 Without Power in Forsyth County, NC Mar. 2-More than 7,200 Duke Energy customers in Forsyth County were without power just after 8 a.m., the utility reported. Another 2,300 customers in Davie County were also without power.
3/2/09	Patrick County Chamber office closed March 2nd The Patrick County Chamber of Commerce is closed for March 2, 2009 due to inclement weather. To reach the Executive Director, call 276-692-6174 Mobile
3/2/09	Fun Facts Radio will rebroadcast Lady Cougars Win On Tuesday, Mar. 3 at 7:15pm, www.betterthanradio.com will show the game from last Friday when the Lady Cougars beat Graham to win the Region IV, Division Championship
3/2/09	Open House and Reception of New Operators of Patrick Hospital-Mar 3 There will be an open house and reception with the new operators of the Patrick County Hospital at 2:00pm, March 3-2009
3/1/09	Mt. Rose Recipe in Top Ten Favorites Feb. 25-Mt. Rose Inn of Woolwine, VA was named as one of the top 10 staff favorites by ILoveInns.com in its 2009 romatic recipes contest. Innkeepers are Mike and Dora Jane Barwick.
3/1/09	Surry County, NC Tourism Industry $83 million in 2009 Feb. 27-The North Carolina Commerce Secretary, Keith Crisco reported that Surry County, NC tourism industry brought in $83 million dollars in year 2008.
3/1/09	Pioneer Health Services takes over Patrick County Hospital Mar. 1-Pioneer Health Services, a rural health care company with extensive experience in the Critical Access Hospital (CAH) industry took over operation of the Patrick County Hospital, in Stuart, VA on March 1.
3/1/09	Fast Track Trade Show Has 139 Exhibitors Mar. 1-Fast Track Trade Show in Martinsville has reported to have 139 Exhibitors on display for March 3 and 4, 2009. It will be held at the former VF/Bassett Walker factory on Walker Road.
2/28/09	Nunn Brothers Play at Patrick County Jamboree Feb. 28-The Nunn Brothers bluegrass band from Westfield,NC play Saturday night for the Patrick County Music Association Jamboree at Rotary Field in Stuart, Va.
2/28/09	Celthix Band Plays for Patrick County Jamboree Feb. 28 Feb. 28-Celthix, a celtic band from Stuart, VA was on the headline of performers at the Saturday night jamboree put on by the Patrick County Music Association
2/27/09	Employer Breakfast Held at Stuart on Feb. 23-2009 Feb. 23-The Workforce Investment Board held an Employer Breakfast on February 23, 2009 in Stuart, VA to meet with employers and explain the various programs available to help them in their search for employees
2/27/09	Customer Service Workshop Considered Successful Feb. 24-A series of 3 Customer Service workshops are underway in Patrick County, VA. The first two sessions were led by Dr. Dale Henry from Greenville, TN
2/27/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.779 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Feb. 27-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.779 at On The Run Exxon Stuart, VA
2/26/09	Patrick County Chamber to Exhibit at Fast Track 2009 The Fast Track 2009 will be held on March 3 and 4 at the old Bassett Walker Plant in Martinsville just off Rives Road, each evening from 4:00pm-8:00pm.
2/26/09	Pioneer Health Services leases Patrick County Hospital Pioneer Health Services of Magee, Mississsippi, has leased the Patrick County Hospital as of March 1, 2009 for a period of 5 years. They currently operate 2 Critical Access Hospitals in Mississippi
2/25/09	Narrow Road Performs for Patrick County Music Association- Feb 28th It’s all about the family at the Patrick County Music Association (PCMA) monthly, free Jamboree. Family that plays music together, stays together, just ask the Narrow Road who is the special guest band on Saturday, February 28th at Rotary Field in Stuar
2/23/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.739 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.739 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA
2/23/09	Blue Ridge Parkway Directory and Travel Planner-60th Edition The 2009 Blue Ridge Parkway Directory and Travel Planner, 60th edition is now available at the Patrick County Chamber office and visitor Center at 20475 Jeb Stuart Highway, Stuart, VA
2/22/09	Patrick County Represented at the Fast Track 2009-March 3-4 Patrick County organizations are well represented in the Fast Track 2009, The area's Premier Trade Show, set for March 3 and 4
2/21/09	Workforce Investment Board Expects Money from Stimulus Bill Friday, February 20, 2009-The West Piedmont Workforce Investment Board hopes to get funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act to double its resources for training and employment services.
2/20/09	Congressman Rick Boucher Looking for site for Data Center Congressman Rick Boucher, From Abingdon, VA is looking for a site in Henry County & Martinsville for a Data Center. Several companies are working with him to find a suitable site.
2/20/09	Federal Stimulus Act contains $7.2 billion for Broadband Deployment The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act approved in the House contains funds construction of water and wastewater systems, deployment of broadband in rural communities, and money for the renovation and modernization of local schools.
2/19/09	Patricia Crissman Receives Spirit Award-Mt. Valley Hospice Patricia Crissman has received a "Spirit Award" from the Mt. Valley Hospice organization where she is an employee
2/19/09	Customer Service Workshops in Stuart, VA The next Customer Service Workshops in Patrick County will be on Feb. 24, 3-6pm and March 5, 9am-12noon in the PH Community College bldg. 212 Johnson St. Stuart, VA
2/19/09	Gas price goes to $1.77 at On The Run-Stuart, Va Unleaded gasoline price goes to $1.779 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
2/17/09	EMPLOYER'S BREAKFAST- Feb. 23-7AM-Hooker Bldg.-Stuart, VA EMPLOYER’S BREAKFAST YOU ARE INVITED TO JOIN BUSINESS SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE TEAM OF PATRICK COUNTY AT HOOKER BUILDING @ WOODLAND DR. STUART, VA ON FEBUARY 23, 2009 AT 7:00 A.M.
2/17/09	Tom Bishop Makes Pitch for Completion of U. S. Route 58 Feb. 5-Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce has written Senator Mark Warner, Senator Jim Webb and Rep. Rick Boucher seeking funding for completion of U. S. Route 58
2/17/09	Rick Boucher to Chair Communications Technology & Internet Congressman Rick Boucher will chair the subcommittee on Communications, Technology and the Internet in the 111th Congress. Jan. 9, 2009 press release from his office
2/16/09	Chamber Newsletter-Jan 30-2009 Patrick County, VA Quarterly Newsletter, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce January 30, 2009, Volume 5, Number 1 The Official Publication of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce Tom Bishop, Executive Director
2/15/09	Make Bid for Track and Athletic Field-Patrick County High School Feb. 9-Bids: New Track and Athletic Field. The Patrick County School Board is accepting competitive sealed bids to construct a new running track & athletic field and a new practice field at Patrick County High School, 215 Cougar Lane, Stuart, VA.
2/12/09	Ms. Shirley Keene Elected as President of JEB Stuart Preservation Trust Ms. Shirley Keene of Patrick Springs, VA has been elected to be President of the JEB Stuart Preservation Trust, Inc. She previously served as Vice President.
2/12/09	Mt. Valley Holds Ribbon Cutting for its first resident home Feb. 12-DOBSON—It might have taken a little longer than expected, but the doors of Surry County’s first resident hospice home finally opened Wednesday morning.
2/10/09	Carlton Biggs Wins Quilt at Jeb Stuart Birthday Celebration Mr. Carlton Biggs won the handmade quilt shown in this picture at the drawing at Jeb Stuart Birthday celebration at Just Plain Country Store in Stuart, VA on Feb. 7, 2009
2/8/09	WHEO Does Live Remote at Just Plain Country Store-Stuart, VA Richard Rogers of WHEO does live remote at the Just Plain Country Store in Stuart, VA for the JEB Stuart Birthday celebration on Feb. 7, 2009
2/7/09	Slate Mountain Ramblers Play for Jeb Stuart Birthday Celebration Pictured here are the Slate Mountain Ramblers of Ararat, VA on Feb. 7, 2009 at Just Plain County Store at the celebration of JEB Stuart's birthday celebration.
2/7/09	Jeb Stuart Impersonator Is Guest at Jeb's Birthday Celebration Matthew Wise, a student at Appalachian State University, is a guest at the Annual Birthday Celebration of Maj. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart at Just Plain Country Store in Stuart, VA
2/6/09	Late Evening Pastoral Scene in Floyd County, VA - Feb. 3 This is a picture taken on Rt. 8, Floyd County, VA late in the evening of February 3, 2009 as the sun was getting ready to set.
2/6/09	Gas Price Goes to $1.839 at On The Run-Stuart, VA Feb. 6-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.839 at On The Run Exxon, Stuart, VA
2/4/09	New Home Under Construction near Meadows of Dan, VA Pictured here is a new home currently under construction near Meadows of Dan, VA just off Willis Road. Picture taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Tom Bishop
2/4/09	Gov. Baliles Named Virginian of the Year-2008 Governor Gerald Baliles, native of Patrick County, Virginia was selected by the Virginia Press Association as Virginian of the Year for 2008.
2/3/09	True Life Travelers Performing at Star Theatre-Stuart The True Life Travelers will appear at the Historic Star Theatre and live on WHEO 1270 AM radio on Feb. 7, 2009, 11:00am-12 noon. Admission is $3.00 at the door
2/3/09	Tilley Discusses Grants to Fund Revitalization in Stuart, VA Feb. 2-2009-Martinsville Bulletin-A revitalizaion in Stuart aimed at attracting tourists also will help maintain jobs. Stuart Town Manager, Terry Tilley gives report on grants received from VDHCD.
2/3/09	Ribbon Cutting-Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home-Feb. 11 A ribbon cutting will be held at the Joan and Howard Woltz Hospice Home in Dobson, NC on Feb. 11, 11:00am. Open House festivities and tours. 8:00am-6:00pm
2/2/09	Gasoline price goes to $1.799 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Feb. 2- Unleaded gasoline price went from $1.739 to $1.789 at On The Run, Exxon, Stuart, VA.
2/2/09	Southside Business Tech Hires Deputy Director The Southside Business Technology Center (SBTC) is pleased to announce the recent hiring of Mr. Lascelles James as Deputy Director to be located in the center's Danville, VA office.
2/2/09	Advertising Opportunity with Crooked Road Music Trail Patrick County Chamber Membership are encouraged to consider advertising with the Crooked Road Music Trail 2009 brochure
2/2/09	Live Webcast-Region IV Wrestling Tournament Saturday, February 14, 2009 - Region IV Wrestling Tournament from Magna Vista High School-beginning at 10AM (Might possibly webcast Friday's preliminary matches) Mike Souma will be guest commentator along with Lemont Bryant
2/1/09	Home Destroyed in Claudville, VA Tony and Amanda Brooks home on Pinecrest Lane, near Claudville, VA was completely destroyed by fire in the early morning hours of Jan. 30, 2009.
1/30/09	Unemployment in Patrick County reaches 10.2% in December Jan. 30-Unemployment in Patrick County, VA went up to 10.2% in December 2008 with 958 people unemployed. This compares to November when they had 8.1% unemployed with 759 out of work.
1/30/09	Mt. Airy seeks to land the next Aerial Machine expansion Jan. 30-Mt. Airy News reported today that Town of Mt. Airy is hopinig for an expansion of Aerial Machine again that will put them in the running to obtain this plant.
1/29/09	VA Transformer Corp. Hiring up to 40 people Virginia Transformer Corp. based in Roanoke, VA is in the process of hiring 20 people from Patrick County.
1/28/09	Tom Bishop Reports on Business Progress for 2008-Patrick Co., VA Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce gave an update on the status of the Chamber and business conditions in Patrick County, VA for 2008 at the Annual Banquet
1/28/09	Verizon Wireless acquires Alltel Wireless-$28 billion value Verizon Wireless acquired Alltel Wireless in a deal which is valued at over $28 billion. This allowed Verizon to become the largest wireless carrier with almost 84 million customers.
1/28/09	Richard Rogers of WHEO reports on Chamber Banquet Despite these tough economic times, it is a comfort that the Patrick County business community is blessed with positive leadership that is being provided by the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce.
1/28/09	Carol Beasley Speaks at Chamber Banquet Jan 23 The following is the text of Ms. Carol Beasley's speech at the Friday night Chamber banquet, Jan 23, 2009. She is the new President of the Chamber Board of Directors. She and her husband Tom, own the Historic Star Theatre
1/27/09	FCC Representative Comes to Patrick County, VA Delores C. Browder from the Federal Communications Commission in Washington, DC, came to the Patrick County Music Association Concert on Saturday Jan. 24, to share news about the digital TV conversion
1/27/09	Are You Prepared for Digital TV Conversion? What you need to know about Digital TV Conversion. What is it? Why are broadcast stations switching to digital? Learn about the digital-to-analog conversion box.
1/26/09	Tom Bishop Provides Tourism Info at the Jamboree Jan. 24 Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce provided tourism information at the Patrick County Music Association Jamboree in Stuart, VA on January 24, 2009
1/26/09	Carol Beasley of the Star Theatre become Chamber President for 2009 Ms. Carol Beasley of the Historic Star Theatre and the Depot Emporium in downtown Stuart, VA was elected as the 2008 President of the Chamber Board of Directors in Patrick County.
1/26/09	Michael Ray Fain-Stuart, VA has released a CD-Traditional Country Michael Ray Fain, of Stuart has released a CD, Rye Cove. All 12 songs on the project are written by Mike. Rye Cove is a traditional country music lovers treasure.
1/26/09	Snyder Family Sings at Patrick County Music Jamboree-Jan 24 The Snyder Family performed at the Jan. 24th Patrick County Music Association Jamboree in Stuart, VA
1/25/09	Chamber Banquet has packed house at Rotary On Jan. 23 As pictured the house was packed for the popular Patrick County Chamber banquet held at the John D. Hooker Memorial Building in Stuart, VA
1/25/09	Dr. Randy Marshall of Dallas, TX speaks at Chamber Banquet Dr. Randy Marshall, noted author and motivational speaker from Dallas, TX spoke at the Patrick County Chamber Banquet on Jan. 23, 2008 in Stuart, Va.
1/24/09	Patrick County Sunset Jan 22-2009 This picture was taken on January 22, 2009 on Handy Mountain Road in Patrick County, VA near the town of Stuart. Taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director of the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
1/23/09	NC Unemlployment Hits 8.7% in December NC Unemployment hit 8.7% in December, 2008 as compared to 7.8% in November. October's rate was 7.1%. Comparing to 2007 in Decmeber it was 4.7%
1/22/09	FCC Representative Coming to Stuart, VA Jan 22-23-2009 The Chamber of Commerce will introduce many folks in Stuart, VA to a representative from the FCC that is sharing information about the Conversion to Digital TV, scheduled for Feb. 17-2009
1/21/09	Country Boys performing at Patrick Music Association-Jan 24th The well known local bluegrass band The Country Boys will perform at the Patrick County Music Association (PMCA) at their monthly, free Jamboree on Saturday, January 24th at Rotary Field in Stuart, VA, doors open at 3:30 PM.
1/20/09	BUSINESS WRITING COURSE-OFFERED AT THE HOMESTEAD Feb. 3, 10, 17 & 24. Cost $80. To register call 276-694-7181. Time 6pm-9pm. Tuesday evenings in February
1/19/09	Mabry Mill Iced Over-Jan. 16-2009 This picture was taken by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce on January 16, 2009. Temperatures were around zero, on Friday and Saturday mornings.
1/19/09	Wall Of Ice- Blue Ridge Parkway-Jan. 16-2009 This picture was taken on January 16, 2009 on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Mile Post 176 by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
1/18/09	Birthday Celebration-for Gen. J. E. B. Stuart-Feb. 7-2009 At Just Plain County Antique and Crafter's Mall, Stuart, VA. 10:00am-2:00pm. Music by Slate Mt. Ramblers.
1/18/09	Ice Creek in Patrick County, Virginia Jan. 17-2009 This picture was taken on Browns Dan creek near Claudville, VA on the evening of January 17, 2009 by Tom Bishop, Executive Director, Patrick County Chamber of Commerce
1/17/09	Operator of Patrick County Hospital sued for $1 million in damages Jan. 15-2009-As reported by Associated Press and Richmond Times Dispatch. STUART -- A lawsuit against the former operator of a Patrick County hospital seeks $1 million in damages, including wages owed to more than 85 employees.
1/17/09	Audio of Attorney John Fishwick-Fun Facts Radio-Patrick Lawsuit Fun Facts Radio, a 24 hour Internet radio station in Stuart, VA has recorded an audio of the details of the lawsuit against Patrick County Hospital by the Attorney John Fishwick. Reference this link.
1/16/09	WDBJ Channel 7 does news story on Lawsuit against Patrick Co. Hospital January 15-2009-Group of employees of the Patrick County Hospital sue the owners for unpaid wages. News story is done by WDBJ Channel 7 in Roanoke, VA, from Stuart, VA on Jan. 14.
1/16/09	Lawyer's Weekly Reports 85 employees of Patrick Co. Hospital sue Lawyer's Weekly, dated Jan. 15, 2009 reported that 85 emplolyees of Patrick County Hospital, Stuart, VA have sued former hospital operater over unpaid wages.
1/16/09	News 8 Richmond-Petersburg Reports lawsuit against Patrick County Hosp. WRIC-TV 8 See this link: http://www.wric.com/Global/story.asp?S=9677791
1/15/09	Customer Service Workshops Offered-Patrick County, VA FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -14 January 2009 PATRICK COUNTY ORGANIZATIONS JOINTLY ANNOUNCE SPECIAL CUSTOMER SERVICE WORKSHOPS
1/15/09	Gas price goes to $1.739 at On The Run-Stuart, VA January 15-2009-Unleaded gasoline price went to $1.739 at On The Run Exxon in Stuart, VA
1/15/09	ABC 13, WSET, News-Lynchburg, VA reports on lawsuit at Patrick Hospital Jan. 14, 2009-ABC 13 News, WSET-TV, Lynchburg, VA has reported on the lawsuit against the owners of Patrick County Hospital.
1/15/09	VFW Post Honors Patrick County Women Blue Ridge Elementary School teacher Sandra Clement and Patrick County Sheriff's Office Lieutenant Betsy Layman were given the awards of "Teacher of the Year" and "Law Enforcement Officer of the Year" respectfully by VFW Post 8467.
1/14/09	Workforce Development Courses Available at PH Community College Patrick Henry Community College’s Department of Continuing Education and Workforce Development invites you to check out the exciting variety of classes offered this Spring.
1/12/09	Corner House Bed and Golf joins the Patrick County Chamber Corner House "Bed and Golf" has joined the Patrick County Chamber of Commerce. This is a 4 bed/ 4 bath home with all modern amenities for family or a group of friends. Excellent lodging for those wanting a country get-a-way.
1/12/09	Cell Phone Tower In Service-Stuart, VA Jan. 12 - The new Verizon cell phone tower near Stuart, VA is now in service. It is visible near the PH Community College as you look toward Rucker Mountain.
1/8/09	Unemployment in Patrick County goes up to 8.2% Unemployment in Patrick County, VA went up to 8.2% in November, 2008. Henry County, VA went to 9.6%. City of Martinsville went to 14.9%
1/8/09	Public Notice-Equalization Board Meeting Schedule Hearings will be conducted beginning Feb. 4, 2009 to consider requests from individuals desiring to contest their 2009 real estate assessment.
1/7/09	Congressman Perriello named to Transportation Committee Newly elected Congressman Tom Perriello was named to the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee on Tuesday, an appointment he called a hugh victory.
1/6/09	Gasoline Price goes to $1.679 at On The Run, Stuart, VA Jan. 6-Unleaded gasoline price went up to $1.679 at On The Run, Stuart, VA
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