Ararat News

Hearing speakers bemoan proposed APCo rate hike

Martinsville Bulletin - Martinsville, Virginia - Fri Nov 20

Appalachian Power's proposed rate hike would hurt families, harm jobs and hinder economic recovery, area residents told State Corporation Commission officials during a public hearing Thursday night.

Bus riders express concerns about rates

Martinsville Bulletin - Martinsville, Virginia - Fri Nov 20

Residents are shown aboard the a oeNo Rate Hike Expressa to Rocky Mount on Thursday.

More state budget cuts looming

Martinsville Bulletin - Martinsville, Virginia - Wed Nov 18

Virginia needs to cut at least $250 million more from a ravaged budget already in place, and then it faces a projected shortfall of nearly $3 billion for the next two years, legislative budget writers learned Tuesday.

APCo rate hike hearing is Thursday

Martinsville Bulletin - Martinsville, Virginia - Wed Nov 18

This is the last call for anyone wanting a ride on the "No Rate Hike Express" to Rocky Mount on Thursday.

Journey Through Grief

The Carroll News - Tue Nov 17

Journey Through Grief will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Mountain Valley Hospice, located at 606A East Stuart Dr.

Mission work in Peru gives greater appreciation of U.S.

Martinsville Bulletin - Martinsville, Virginia - Mon Nov 16

Peggy Moran of Collinsville shows memorabilia from her trips to Peru, where she does missionary work.

Arnder set to host holiday food/toy drive

Mt. Airy News - Mon Nov 16

Like many teens, Autumn Arnder leads a full, busy life filled with interesting activities and challenges that she enjoys.

Three charged in Patrick incidents

Martinsville Bulletin - Martinsville, Virginia - Sun Nov 15

Three men were charged in connection with several break-ins and larcenies, and more than $4,000 worth of firearms were recovered, according to a release from Patrick County Sheriff Dan Smith.

Camp Zion Church

The Carroll News - Sun Nov 15

Camp Zion Church will have a fellowship breakfast at 9 a.m. Everyone is invited.

Big Country Breakfast

The Carroll News - Sat Nov 14

Big Country Breakfast at Mt. Olivet United Methodist Church will be held from 7 to 10 a.m. All-you-can-eat biscuits, gravy, pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon and drinks will be available.