Botetourt County News

Botetourt celebrates the stars and stripes

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Scenes from Botetourt County’s Fourth of July festivities saw a patriotic parade down Buchanan’s Main Street, families enjoying the Buchanan Carnival, and vibrant fireworks displays at the carnival on July 4 and in Fincastle July 6. From hot dogs to sparklers, the weekend brought together neighbors, veterans, and visitors in a spirited tribute to Independence Day. Fireworks in Fincastle By Matt de Simone   Botetourt County played host to a variety of festive gatherings and hometown traditions over the July 4 weekend, as residents and visitors alike came together to mark the nation’s birthday with enduring community pride. In Buchanan,…

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Daleville brothers volunteer on the 611

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Andrew Quesenberry and his brother Ryan relax in the cab of the 611.VMI Photo by Kelly Nye As youngsters, Andrew…

‘Give Me Liberty’ traveling exhibit coming to Botetourt County Historical Society this summer

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Graphic courtesy of BCHS The Botetourt County Historical Society, Inc. has announced that the traveling exhibition “Give Me Liberty: Virginia…

Grayson Preece showcases work in Bridgewater College Show

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Graphic courtesy of Bridgewater College Bridgewater College art and digital media art majors showcased their works in a senior art…

Board of Supervisors approves FY26 budget appropriations and long-term capital plan

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Graphic courtesy of Botetourt Co. By Matt de Simone   At its June 24 meeting, the Botetourt County Board of…

City-County Swim Meet is July 18 and 19

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

The last Roanoke Valley Aquatic Association Monday night swim meets were scheduled for this week but evening rain played havoc…

Baseball All-Star Game is still relevant

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Column by Brian Hoffman, Sports Editor   The Major League Baseball All-Star game will be played in Atlanta next Tuesday…

James River’s Gilliland is one of 80 golfers picked to play at Pebble Beach in September

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Mason Gilliland of James River has been chosen to participate in the PURE Insurance Championship as a First Tee participant…

COLUMN: Parker’s Hall of Fame career began in Salem

by Fincastle Herald July 1, 2025 0

Dave Parker as a 1972 Salem Pirate.STR File Photo Photo by Brian Hoffman Column by Brian Hoffman I was sad…

Wagner, William Taft

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

William “Bill” Taft Wagner, 85, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents,…

Mays, John W.

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

John W. Mays, 74, of Eagle Rock, passed away Monday, July 7, 2025. Born on September 3, 1950, he was…

Grubbs, Ray McDonald

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Ray McDonald Grubbs, Sr., 91, of Troutville, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 5, 2025. He was…

Austin, Sharon Rosenangela

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Sharon Rosenangela Austin, 74, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Herman…

Gov. Glenn Youngkin visits Botetourt, signs transportation bill

by Fincastle Herald July 1, 2025 0

Gov. Glenn Youngkin (seated) visited the Botetourt County Public Schools Administration Offices to sign a bill allowing rural school districts…

Pinkard becomes new BCPS assistant superintendent

by Fincastle Herald July 1, 2025 0

Jordan PinkardPhoto courtesy BCPS Botetourt County Public Schools announced in a press release last Thursday the appointment of Jordan Pinkard…

2024-25 High School Honor Rolls (4th nine-weeks)

by Fincastle Herald June 24, 2025 0

Botetourt County high schools released the following honor rolls for the fourth nine-weeks grading period: JAMES RIVER A HONOR ROLL…

Botetourt County School Board prepares for leadership transition, approves revision of student drug testing policy

by Fincastle Herald June 17, 2025 0

File graphic By Matt de Simone   At its regular meeting on June 12, the Botetourt County School Board prepared…

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Letters to the Editor for July 9 edition

by Fincastle Herald July 8, 2025 0

Why just a bike trail? As a full disclosure – I, nor my property, are directly affected by this project….

Letters to the Editor for July 2 edition

by Fincastle Herald July 1, 2025 0

The Art of the Long View It has been said that, “to plant a tree is an act of faith…

The elusive craftsmanship of George Peterman: a Botetourt County gunsmith’s legacy

by Fincastle Herald June 24, 2025 0

Photo courtesy of Rock Island Auction Co. Part One: Origins, Life, and Work in Botetourt County By Al and Molly…