Oct 29-Nov 6: What is Art? at Greenbrier Valley Theatre
At the root of things, it is an extremely simple question. Three words. Three syllables. Infinite possible answers. What is art? It sounds so simple, and I’m sure the first thing you thought of was something beautiful – and that answer is absolutely correct – to you. To the next person that picks up this […]
Off the Beaten Path: The Old Bridge.
Several years ago, I was hiking through the backcountry of Greenbrier County when I came to a small stream that blocked my path. I picked my way across it and on the other side found an old logging road. It was in a terrible state and looked like no vehicle had driven on it for […]
Saturday, Oct 23: Grass for the Masses at Bluefield Arts Center!
Steeped in the bluegrass tradition of the Carolina Foothills, Massive Grass is well-known to deliver a rock twist making for a truly unique sound that is guaranteed to keep your feet tapping and head rocking. On Saturday, October 23rd, from 7p-10p, don’t miss their show at the Bluefield Arts Center where they will bring their own […]
My Dog & I: A Good Dog.
And it means something different to everyone… “My dog can sit nicely” “My dog comes back whenever I call him” “My dog is the best snuggler” “My dog can leap out of helicopters, chase bad guys, search for a missing child or put up with endless amounts of kid torture without losing his cool”. There […]
Guns & Cornbread: An Essential in Life, a Good .22 Rifle
Just as sure as the sun came up this morning, you need a good .22 rifle. Now friends and neighbors, you should know that I feel this is a statement of fact and not really open to debate. There has got to be some consistency in the universe to hold things together and this is […]
Enter Miller’s Nightmare if you Dare w/ HashtagWV this October!
Enter Miller’s Nightmare if you dare w/ HashtagWV this October! The spooky season is upon us once again, and that means it’s time for haunted adventures! Chief among the region’s real-time, real-life fright fests is Miller’s Nightmare, an annual favorite that is highly anticipated by those in search of spine-tingling scares. And check out Massive […]
Enter Miller’s Nightmare if You Dare…
The spooky season is upon us once again, and that means it’s time for haunted adventures! Chief among the region’s real-time, real-life fright fests is Miller’s Nightmare, an annual favorite that is highly anticipated by those in search of spine-tingling scares. Miller’s Nightmare is a place where unnatural creatures run amok and death and despair […]
October Nights: Haunted Hollow Hills in Lewisburg!
Every weekend in October (Friday-Sunday) from the 8th until Halloween, you don’t want to miss Haunted Hollow Hills in Lewisburg. This is a family-friendly celebration featuring a haunted hayride, spooky maze, executioners graveyard, and games of skill! There will also be vendors and a food truck. This special fright is located on the grounds of […]
Friday, Oct 15: Michael Hoover and His Show Band “Memories of Elvis” at Natural Bridge!
On Friday, October 15th, at 7:30pm Natural Bridge Hotel is hosting world champion Elvis vocalist and entertainer, Michael Hoover & his show band “Memories of Elvis”. This show also features Glen Shelton Duo and Denise Glass! The Virginia Opry is now in its 30th year! In 2020, they were designated as Virginia’s Official Opry! Hoover […]
Saturday, Oct 9: Duos Night at The Virginia Opry!
On Saturday, Oct 9, at 8 pm don’t miss Duos Night at The Virginia Opry held at The Historic Masonic Theatre in Clifton Forge, VA. The headliners for this show are Glen Shelton & Billy Worley. Opening acts are Bill Wade, Jr. and Jana Allen Duo, Justin Peery and Stephen Peery with Gentlemen South, Brian Buchanan, […]
What’s Next 211: Hashtag WV Founder & Editor – Christina Edwards
An interview with Christina Edwards, who founded the “Hashtag Lewisburg” paper back in 2012. Since then, the paper’s circulation has grown to encompass several more counties and parts of VA. Christina talks about why she makes the paper, how she publishes it, and what she’s learned about WV. INTERVIEW HERE: https:/whistalkradio.com/episode/whats-next-211-hashtag-wv-founder-editor-christina-edwards/?fbclid=IwAR0EUPh0q1JdxTMhZ9RsxKvLSdw2gKqcxDqfiv43etidLStOa55yXBmbskw
How to Be Happy When Everything is Horrible: You’re Nothing Special – Rodney Norman
@rodneydnorman ♬ original sound – Rodney Norman “You’re nothing special,” is probably one of the most misunderstood pieces of advice that I have given. If you understand it, you know that it is an extremely empowering statement. If you don’t understand, you think it is mocking and belittling to the hearer. The universe hasn’t singled […]
History Unraveled: Greenbrier County’s First Public Health Nurse.
In 1920, local women formed the Greenbrier County Woman’s Association. Their goal was to create a community house in the red brick building on the corner of Lafayette and Washington Streets (where Brick House Antiques stands today). The community house was to have a public library, a first aid room, and quarters for the county […]
Charlie’s Pub, Fayetteville’s Best Kept Secret
Located a few minutes from downtown Fayetteville, Charlie’s Pub has been the most notorious bar in town since its founding in 1988. It was established by brothers Charlie and Jerry Sedlock to provide a fun space for the local community and whitewater enthusiasts who travel to Fayetteville from all over the world. In September of […]
Guns & Cornbread: Dear Remington, Just Make a Good 870 Shotgun.
Hunters can be very nostalgic and passionate about our sport and the equipment and tools we use when we tramp the wild places. We may latch onto and defend our favorite boots, or an old hunting coat, but what guns we carry and shoot is where we really shine. Back in the day, the gun […]
WV Artist on Display: Margy Green Creates Scenes from Realms.
Get to know WV artist Margy Green. She is a Greenbrier County native and creates scenes from worlds or realms inspired by her dreams, from her love and appreciation of nature, as nuanced by her myriad life experiences. While most works are acrylic on canvas, other areas of her expertise and execution include pencil, charcoal, […]
Off the Beaten Path: Harvest in the Hills.
I was out on the stoop the other day ago, looking at my couple of pitiful potted cherry tomato plants, when I had a happy thought: I realized just how much joy gardens must be bringing to people from all over the state as this harvest season approaches. In these troubled and turbulent times, I […]
Back Roads: Don’t Tread on Me…
If you have watched the news any in the last few years, it’s no doubt that you have heard this phrase uttered with the iconic yellow flag depicting a rattlesnake striking. Although the flag has questionable origins, it’s believed to have been created around the time of the Revolutionary War, but there is little to […]
My Dog & I: First Impressions
I recently had the pleasure of training a young Pitbull mix who had me change my thinking in several ways. Pitbulls, unfortunately, like many of the Stronger Breeds, Rottweilers and German Shepherds among them, are perceived as being potentially aggressive and slightly dangerous. He came to me with a bit of a “bad rep” although […]
Grandpa Larry: Good Neighbor, Homer
My neighbor, Homer, came over the other day with a WHEW! and a swiped hand across his forehead. “Did you ever see such a drought?” he asked. I was watering my thriving zucchini with the never-ending supply of water that keeps emanating from my numerable cisterns. “Oh,” I said. “You didn’t expect it?” I love […]