Galax News

Independence, Va. Of course, it's only one county away. It's just over the mountains in Grayson County.

Carroll in no rush to sell land at I-77 County officials say they're taking time to get the best deal out of a 91-acre tract that's up for sale.

The Book Doctor Photo by Christopher Brooke Moore went from preaching the Good Book to making old books better.

Police investigate stolen car, thefts INDEPENDENCE - ' A car stolen from a residence in Independence has been recovered, and the Independence Police Department is searching for suspects in the case.

Grayson awards $8M school contract The low bid for the new Grayson Highlands School was still $2 million more than the county estimated, and doesn't include site work or some other costs.

County passes $15M budget Grayson County officials adopted the 2008-09 budget without costing the citizens an extra penny next year.

The Vaughan Furniture Legacy The company was a prime example of the entrepreneurial spirit that built Galax into a thriving community in the early 1900s.

Boy leaps to safety, avoids collision A 9-year-old Galax boy sustained minor injuries as he jumped off a bicycle just before it was struck by a passing vehicle in the city on Monday.

Salary study results in raises Galax employees will get an average 6 percent raise, after a study determined their pay was lagging behind that of workers in similar localities.

Program eases transition to high school Rising freshman had the opportunity to attend a four-day camp at Grayson County High School to help transition them from middle to high school.

Galax approves Life Center's request The Life Center of Galax, which began expanding its facility at 112 Painter Street in March, got approval from city council to receive a conditional use permit that would ...

A free party that's fun for all ages, Galax's new summer concert series "Groovin' On Grayson" will offer a chance to enjoy live outdoor music with friends - ' and the possibility of making new ones.

Grayson awards $8M school contract The low bid for the new Grayson Highlands School was still $2 million more than the county estimated, and doesn't include site work or some other costs.

Permit recommended for new Grayson school An adjoining landowner expresses concern about rights of way at the site of the proposed Grayson Highlands School in Volney area Galax martial artist to appear on NBC ...

Program eases transition to high school Rising freshman had the opportunity to attend a four-day camp at Grayson County High School to help transition them from middle to high school.

Program eases transition to high school Rising freshman had the opportunity to attend a four-day camp at Grayson County High School to help transition them from middle to high school.

Concerts to get Galax into the groove A free party that's fun for all ages, Galax's new summer concert series "Groovin' On Grayson" will offer a chance to enjoy live outdoor music with friends - and the ...

Curtain rises on theater project While Carroll takes time to seek other proposals, the man behind the "Mayberry Opry Theater" explains the project's potential impact on the county and its economy.

Suspects charged in motorcycle shop break-in Arrests have been made in connection with a break-in, grand larceny and destruction of property at Patton's Motorcycle Shop in Fairview.

Local produce a healthier choice The recent tomato scare highlights the benefits of buying fruits and vegetables grown closer to home.