Tag Archives: Floyd Virginia

Doing what you love may require another way to pay the bills

 Doug Thompson’s article, Opinions Vary, about Floyd musicians applies equally well to artists and artisans all over the world. He points out that Floyd, Virginia, is not a town where those who do what they love can always make a … Continue reading

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Indianapolis bluegrass musicians enjoy Floyd sunshine and hospitality

Mark Conway and Craig Stinson were entertaining us in downtown Floyd, Virginia today because they had read in a book that if you came to Virginia, you had to visit Floyd. They are just two more of the many musicians … Continue reading

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JC Thompson plowing with his horse Sandy

This is not a sight you see every day, but here in Floyd County, Virginia, if your timing is right, you can watch JC Thompson and his horse Sandy plow his garden plot. It is is one of the most … Continue reading

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The plight of your local telephone company

Personal communications have shifted to VOIP (Voice Over Internet Protocol) and to cell phones from the plain old telephone service. This is not a temporary change, it is a permanent shift in buying patterns and it is spreading rapidly. A … Continue reading

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