Golfers: What are your favorite holes in the area? See if our Timesland Dream 18 is up to par and nominate your favorite.
Fall Waterways Cleanup and Celebration on Saturday, October 6, 2012; Cleanup 8:30 am to 11:30 am; Celebration at Wasena Park 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Clean your favorite spot along a stream, tributary, or river (or get to know a new one). Supplies are provided. Then join your fellow volunteers at Wasena Park for lunch, music, and free samples. Live music from Watershed Conspiracy!
Submitted by Roanoke County
The Green Hill Medieval Faire returns to for its 11th year in the Roanoke Valley this Saturday and Sunday. New this year, you can get in FREE by wearing medieval garb! Regular admission $5 . A detailed schedule and photos are now available online.
Submitted by Roanoke County
Weather journalist Kevin Myatt
It’s homecoming for Hidden Valley and North Cross this weekend; Cave Spring has a bye.
The Titans host Bassett tonight at 7:30 p.m.; the Raiders host Hargrave Military on Saturday at 2 p.m.
If you’re going to the Hidden Valley game, here’s what weather journalist Kevin Myatt says to expect:
It will be a bit sticky for high school football Friday night, with temperatures holding mostly in the 70s. There will be some chance of showers or thunderstorms, though it appears the better chances by Friday night will be mostly to the south and east of the Roanoke and New River valleys. A spare poncho or umbrella for a passing shower might be a good idea.
We’re expecting photos from both games, so check back for those — or share your own at news@swo-co.com, or use the “share” tool to upload 10 at a time.
Our paparazzi photo crew will be at both school’s homecoming dances — look for those photos Monday afternoon, or share your own homecoming pix, as well.
For more weather news, see Kevin Myatt’s Weather Journal.
The Kevin Jones Performing Arts Studio shares these photos of students from Southwest Roanoke County who are taking part in the studio’s annual free performance of Broadway showtunes at the Jefferson Center.
This year’s show is on October 27. Tickets become available on October 4; they’re free, but often go fast.
For details, and a cast list, see our previous post.
Miss Roanoke Valley Scholarship Pageant
Saturday, October 13, 2012 at 7 pm at Cave Spring Middle School
Miss Roanoke Valley Teen and PreTeen Pageant Sunday, October 14, 2012 at 2 pm at Cave Spring Middle School
Submitted by Donna Horak, president, MRV Scholarship Organization
John Ashby of Galax, VA was the overall winner of the Roanoke Valley Senior Golf Tour’s tournament played Tuesday at Blue Hills Golf Club. Ashby, playing in Division 1 (handicaps 0-11) carded a net score of 63. Other Division 1 winners were: 2nd, Buddy Shull – 65; 3rd, Charles Vassar – 66; 4th, Crady Adams – 66; 5th, Loopy Price – 67.
Playing in Division 2, (handicaps 12-16), Ken Kornegay of Southwest Roanoke County finished 1st Place in his division with a net score of 65. Other Division 2 winners were: 2nd, Garland Dooley – 66; 3rd, Roman Wolczuk – 66; 4th, Joe Parker – 66; 5th, Fred Whipple – 66.
David Boyd of Southwest Roanoke County recorded a net score of 64 to finish 1st Place in Division 3 (handicaps over 16). Other Division 3 winners were: 2nd, Jim Wright – 67; 3rd, Robert Huffman – 68; 4th, Harold Phillips – 68; 5th, Dennis Young – 68.
Low Gross honor went to Woody Deans of Southwest Roanoke with a 71.
Submitted by Tommy Firebaugh
The March of Dimes is proud to host its 10th Annual Star Regional Brunch and Golf Invitational on Monday, Oct. 1 at the Roanoke Country Club. Brunch and presentations honoring Nancy Agee, Ben Davenport, Jr., and John B. Williamson, III will begin at 10:00 a.m., followed by the golf tournament, a silent auction, and a reception with awards. This event not only celebrates the contributions that these exceptional business leaders have made to our community, but most importantly, it raises funds for research and programs that help all babies begin healthy lives.
In 2011, The March of Dimes provided over $2.6 million for personal research grants, educational programs, and community service projects throughout the state. Sadly, one in every eight babies continues to be born prematurely. To score a hole-in-one for our mission, our goal for this tournament is to raise $50,000 to assist more than 108,000 babies who are born annually in Virginia, as well as their families. Read more »
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) announced the 2012 accreditation results Wednesday. All 26 schools in Roanoke County remain fully accredited by the VDOE. Roanoke County Public Schools joins 85 other school systems statewide with all schools fully accredited.
“I’m proud of our teachers who worked hard last year to provide outstanding education to our students,” said Dr. Lorraine Lange, Superintendent of Roanoke County Public Schools. “I’m equally proud of our students who worked hard to learn throughout the year and demonstrate that knowledge on the SOLs,” Dr. Lange added.
Statewide, ninety-three percent of Virginia’s 1,836 public schools are fully accredited and meeting all state standards for achievement in English, mathematics, history and science — and graduation, in the case of high schools. The percentage of schools earning full accreditation for 2012-2013 is three points lower than the percentage that earned the highest rating for 2011-2012.
“This year’s decrease in the percentage of schools meeting the fully accredited rating is attributed, in part, to results of the new college- and career-ready mathematics tests that were first introduced during 2011-2012,” Superintendent of Public Instruction Dr. Patricia I. Wright said. “We can expect a similar impact next year when we see the results of schools implementing more rigorous standards and tests in English and science this school year.”
“Even with three-year averaging, the board’s move to more rigorous standards will continue to present accreditation challenges for many of the commonwealth’s schools,” said Board of Education President David M. Foster.” We are confident, however, that over the long haul our graduates will be better prepared to succeed in college and the work place.”
Submitted by Roanoke County Schools
John Carlin
Dale Lee
Adam Boitnott
Tom Robertson
Skip Zubrod
YMCA of Roanoke Valley announced it has selected new officers and members for its board of directors. The new directors are:
Returning board directors include:
New Board members are:
The YMCA of Roanoke Valley includes Kirk Family YMCA, Salem Family YMCA, Gainsboro Family YMCA and the YMCA Magic Place. The Y has been making the Roanoke Valley stronger for the past 129 years by nurturing the potential of kids, helping people improve their health and giving neighbors a place to connect. The Y opens its doors to everyone seeking to be healthier in spirit, mind and body, regardless of their ability to pay. For more information on the YMCA, visit www.ymcaroanoke.org.
– Submitted by Kim Bratic
Marine Corps Pvt. William J. Ammen, son of Patricia Ammen of Roanoke, Va. and Reid W. Ammen, of Roanoke, Va., earned the title of United States Marine after graduating from recruit training at Marine Corps Recruit Depot, Parris Island, S. C.
For 13 weeks, Ammen stayed committed during some of the world’s most demanding entry-level military training in order to be transformed from civilian to Marine instilled with pride, discipline and the core values of honor, courage and commitment. Training subjects included close-order drill, marksmanship with an M-16A4 rifle, physical fitness, martial arts, swimming, military history, customs and courtesies.
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One week prior to graduation, Ammen endured The Crucible, a 54-hour final test of recruits’ minds and bodies. Upon completion, recruits are presented the Marine Corps emblem and called Marines for the first time.
Ammen is a 2011 graduate of Hidden Valley High School of Roanoke, Va.
Submitted by Fleet Hometown News
