Highland County VA

06/02/2026

Welcome B & L’s Mountain Safe Transportation to the Highland County Chamber of Commerce, providing a friendly, safe, and reliable car and shuttle service!

This is local, family-owned transportation you can trust, based out of Hot Springs, Virginia.

They offer private cars, airport shuttles, and wedding, group, and event shuttle services, including providing a shuttle during the Highland County Maple Festival the past three years!

No matter the size, no matter the distance, let them take care of your needs.

Call, text, or email today, and their knowledgeable team will take care of the logistics. Your journey starts with B & L’s!

540-968-3335
[email protected]

06/01/2026

Make plans to take advantage of Free Fishing Days this weekend on June 5 – 7, 2026 in Virginia!

Invite a family member or friend to get out and wet a line without having to purchase a fishing license.

Full details at https://dwr.virginia.gov/fishing/free-fishing-days/

Learn about fishing in Highland County from Fish Virginia First at www.fishvirginiafirst.com/partner_pages/highland-county/

Photo courtesy Jim Jacenich

Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources

06/01/2026

Valley Program for Aging Services hosts Aging With Confidence educational programs. These are usually one time workshops/presentations that help seniors to navigate the challenges that come with aging.

There are a variety of topics, like their upcoming "Avoiding Common Healthcare Scam" on June 4, 2026 from 10:00 - 11:00am. Available by Zoom!

Get full details and register at https://vpas.info/aging-confidence-educational-opportunities

06/01/2026

Check it out daily from the upcoming Consignment Auction from Townsend Draft Goods on June 13th!

Townsend Auction Barn Consignment Auction featuring vehicles, machinery, tools, furniture, antiques, lawn and garden and more. This is a simulcast live and online auction being held at the old Townsend Auction Barn building in Mill Gap VA. Now accepting consignments! Simulcast Live In Person and Onl...

06/01/2026

Heads up from Twice is Nice in Monterey!

05/31/2026

Hayfields State Park in Highland County, Virginia is stunning! Have you visited yet?

1,034 acres
4 miles of hiking and biking trails
Fishing access
Park office

Open daily 9 am - 7 pm
524 Hayfields Lane, McDowell, VA 24458

www.dcr.virginia.gov/state-parks/hayfields

Video courtesy Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation

05/29/2026

Thank you Dare to Dream Therapeutic Horsemanship Center for your recent post about the myth that horses only sleep standing up.

You share: "Fact: While horses can doze while standing (thanks to a cool "stay apparatus" in their legs), they actually need to lie down to get deep REM sleep! 💤At Dare to Dream, we make sure our herd has a safe, "stable" environment where they feel comfortable enough to tuck in for a deep snooze. A well-rested horse is a happy therapy partner! "

We invite you to come and discover Highland County’s horse scene, with friendly stables and exciting opportunities waiting just for you.

05/29/2026

Start your 2026 summer among friends this Saturday, May 30th at the Big Fish Cider, Co. Grand Opening of the Big Fish Backyard, featuring the new tap trailer, pizza by Pearl's Pizza, and music by Trey Saunders Music .

Enjoy cider, food, and music in the sunshine amidst beautiful mountain views at 59 Spruce Street in Monterey.

Backyard is open from 12 - 7 pm. Tasting room open from 2 - 7 pm. Pizza and music start at 4 pm.

For more info:
(540) 468-2322
[email protected]
www.bigfishcider.com

05/28/2026

Work and play in Highland County, Virginia!

Whether you’re looking for a new career opportunity in education, a scenic adventure, or just indulging in the sweeter side of life, our mountain community awaits.

Enter our sweepstakes from now through July 12, 2026 for a chance to win a FREE Labor Day Getaway:

🏠 Enjoy a two-night stay in the cozy Stonebriar cabin
🎡 Experience the 75th Highland County Fair with 4 season tickets
⚒️ Step back in time with tickets to the 18th Century Trades Fair at Fair Lawn Farm
🐴 Tour the Elegius Mini Equine Sanctuary
🎁 Indulge in lots of local goodies from our small business and nonprofit community like Allegheny Mountain Institute, Buck's Bee Shack, Eagle's Sugar Camp, Highland Homemakers, Highland Roots Market, Mill Gap Farms, The Highland Center, and more!

Make your move! ENTER for your chance to win: www.highlandcounty.org/make-your-move

Highland County Fair, Virginia Fair Lawn Farm Elegius Mini Equine Sanctuary Allegheny Mountain Institute The Highland Center Buck's Bee Shack Highland Roots Market Mill Gap Farms The Highland Center

05/28/2026

Several local job opportunities are open in our community!

Thanks to The Recorder for sharing!