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SPELLING BEE

Alleghany County Public Schools held their division level spelling bee Thursday, Feb. 6, at Gleason Forum Hall.
Spring Burn Ban Now In Effect

CHARLOTTESVILLE — Virginia’s Spring Fire Season Burn Ban, also known as the “4 p.m. burning law,” is now in effect.
Historic Masonic Theatre To Host Winter Quilting Retreat

CLIFTON FORGE — The Historic Masonic Theatre will transform Feb. 20-22 into a haven for quilters —beginners, intermediate and advanced — when internationally known quilter Kaye England shares her knowledge and inspiration at the third “Quilt Winter Blues Away with Kaye” quilt retreat.
‘Understanding Celtic Music’ Presentation At Carnegie Hall

LEWISBURG, W.Va. — Carnegie Hall will present “Understanding Celtic Music,” a special performance with harpist Leah Trent, on Thursday, Feb. 21, at 7:30 p.m.
Omni Homestead Pastry Chef Wins On Food Network

HOT SPRINGS — Leen Kim knows how to create “Boozy Baskets.”
Historic Masonic Theatre A Boost To Regional Economy

CLIFTON FORGE — The Historic Masonic Theatre in Clifton Forge is providing a boost to the regional economy.
COMPOSTING CLASS DSLCC

Dabney S. Lancaster Community College Culinary Arts student Kyle Durrette, right, looks on as Master Gardener Phyllis Fevier, left, conducts a class on composting in the greenhouse at Boxerwood Gardens in Lexington.
Apple Scam Phone Calls Reported

The Covington Division of Police has received multiple reports from citizens about phone calls they have received from Apple.
Stinespring Lands At Delaware

Clifton Forge native Bryan Stinespring has joined the football coaching staff at the University of Delaware.
‘The Price Is Right’ For Clifton Forge Native

LOS ANGELES — “Come on down!”
C.F. Library Displays ‘Captured Moments’

CLIFTON FORGE — The Clifton Forge Public Library is currently showcasing Jada Callender’s “Captured Moments,” a collection of her photography featuring local landscapes, nature and themed shoots.
U.S. Post Offices To Be Closed Monday

U.S. Post Offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of Presidents Day.
City Schools To Be Closed On Monday

Brenda M. Perkins of Covington City Public Schools have announced that schools will be closed Monday, Feb. 17, for parent/teacher conferences.
Grace Brethren Church Plans Ladies Bible Study

A Ladies Bible study will be held at Grace Brethren Church, 2507 S. Carpenter Drive, Covington, from Tuesday, Feb. 18, through Tuesday, March 24.
Covington High School Educators Concerned About The Covington City School System

Covington High School educators Sara Zeek and Steve Dressler took to the podium Monday evening to address the Covington City School Board about concerns they have with the current happenings within the Covington City School System.