by Doug Thompson | Sep 4, 2020 | Entertainment
A virtual Floyd Radio show, an in-person Cruise In, yard sales galore and others things will tempt us this Labor Day weekend as we try to navigate the pandemic-driven three-day weekend in our area. Hillsville’s annual Carroll County Flea Market and Gun Show is...
by Doug Thompson | Jan 27, 2017 | Musings
Floyd County High School’s athletic teams hit the road this weekend with the boys’ basketball Buffaloes at Giles High School in Pearisburg Friday night and then head to Gate City Saturday for the Chance Harman Classic match postponed by snow earlier this...
by Doug Thompson | Jan 1, 2017 | Musings
Lots of food, music and dancing at the annual Floyd Country Store New Year’s Eve dinner and dance with a packed dance floor for music and fun that rung out the old year and rang in 2017.
by Doug Thompson | Dec 12, 2016 | Afflicting, Musings, Video
The youngsters took control of The Country Store stage Saturday night as two talented musical groups of kids did right by Bluegrass and Old-Time Country Music. Shadow Grass and Gravel Road both showcase young musicians in the early to mid teens but their covers of the...
by Doug Thompson | Dec 11, 2016 | Afflicting, Musings
Youth took the stage of the Floyd Country Store Saturday night with gusto Saturday night. Shadow Grass, with musicians and singers ranging from 12 to 16, played classic tunes from legends like Bill Monroe, Flatt & Scruggs and Ricky Sgaggs with strong instrument...
