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  • Tent-less revival to be held at new Volney church

    VOLNEY - Virginia-North Carolina Blue Ridge Crusade tent-less revival will be held in the new Volney Baptist Church Monday, June 17 through Friday, June 21 at 7 p.m. each night.

    Brother Dewey Williams of Belle Meadows Baptist Church in Bristol will preach each night. Choirs from area churches will join together for the event and provide the music. Anyone interested in singing along should arrive at 6:15 to rehearse.

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  • Camps for Christ Basketball Camp slated

    GALAX - Camps for Christ Basketball Camp will be held at the Galax Recreation Center August 19-23. 

    Coach Jay Barnhart and his crew have successfully trained professional, college and high school players for over 38 years. The camp is open to all boys and girls ages 7-17. The camp runs 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. 

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  • First Baptist Church sponsoring July 4th 5K

    First Baptist Church in Independence is sponsoring a 5K race this July 4th in Independence. 

    The run will start at 8 a.m.  The church will have child care available for all racers’ and volunteers’ children. Everyone is welcome to join in and run, walk or volunteer. Volunteers will receive a free T-shirt. 

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  • Church of the Good Shepherd to host Alzheimer's discussion

    The Church of the Good Shepherd, located on Highway 58 between Galax and Independence, is sponsoring a discussion on Alzheimer's disease Sunday, June 2 after the worship service.

    Behavioral changes and caregiving by family members will be stressed at the conference. All members of the community with an interest in Alzheimer's disease are invited to attend at 12:30 p.m. and/or join the congregation in worship at 11 a.m.

    A question and answer session will be part of the presentation.

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  • Local churches plan for prison ministry program

    A meeting is planned for Thursday, June 6 to discuss plans to open a prison ministry at the new River North Correctional Center in Independence.

    According to reports, neither the Department of Corrections nor the Chaplain Service Prison Ministry of Virginia have funds to place a chaplain at the prison.

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  • Chestnut Hill to hold revival services

    Chestnut Hill Baptist Church will hold revival services beginning Sunday, May 19 through Wednesday, May 22 beginning at 7 p.m. each night.

    Saved by Grace singers will be singing at 11 a.m. service on May 19. Everyone is welcome to attend.

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  • Oracle Institute to show documentary on climate change

    Join the Oracle Institute to watch the 350.org documentary, “Do The Math,” Sunday, April 21 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

    This 42-minute film reveals what can be done to help fix climate crisis and challenge the fossil fuel industry. After the film, there will be an international conference call with 350.org.

    Call the Oracle Institute at (276) 773-3308 for more information.

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  • Fries church to host World Day of Prayer event

    Ebenezer United Methodist Church in Fries will observe the World Day of Prayer on Friday, March 1 from 1-7 p.m.
    The church is located on Liberty Hill Road and will be open for prayer and meditation. The public is invited.

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  • Benefit dinner slated for McGrady

    TROUTDALE - The family and friends of Todd McGrady will host a benefit dinner and auction on Saturday, March 9 at the Troutdale Volunteer Fire and Rescue Building on Ripshin Road.

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  • Musicians wanted for ‘Voices of the New River’

    The third annual “Voices of the New River” talent search is being planned for the youth of the Twin Counties to come together and share their talents. 

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