Mountain Lake Lodge partners with Carilion to raise mental health awareness in memory of Stephen โtWitchโ Boss
To bring more awareness to mental health struggles, even here in Virginia, Mountain Lake Lodge is partnering with Carilion Clinic Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Services to support the many initiatives critical to helping those in need, Stone said.
Residents clear storm debris as more severe weather looms
Following violent storms blamed for killing at least three people, Southerners cleared fallen trees from roadways and began cleaning up debris from homes and buildings smashed by suspected tornadoes as forecasters warned more violent weather was likely on the way.
Pop-up hot dog benefit raises more than $20,000 for Giles County first responder
The line for hot dogs backed up onto Route 460, and the rescue squad had trouble keeping up with the demand at times. โWe had to call other businesses to see if they could donate weenies and buns," said Giles Rescue Squad Sergeant Amber Jones, who came up with the idea for the fundraiser. They donโt want a hot dog, they just want to show their support," said Freeman. "We try to get them to take a hot dog, and they donโt want one. They just came to give.โThe rescue squad raised approximately $20,000 before the hot dog benefit, which means Freeman now has about $40,000 to find a new home.
Backpacking with Brooke: Barneyโs Wall and the Cascades
PEMBROKE, Va. โ Barneyโs Wall and the Cascades is a 4 mile round trip hike that has mountain and waterfall views. Full disclaimer, if you donโt have four wheel drive, you probably wonโt make it up to this spot. Walk up the road a few yards then the sign for the trail is on your left. Not the cascades, but definitely a pretty part of Little Stony Creek. But we made it, and I would recommend this hike for sure, but maybe on a cooler day.
Several people hospitalized after tractor-trailer accident in Giles County
GILES COUNTY, Va. โ Several people are in the hospital after a tractor-trailer accident in Giles County. Authorities say the accident happened in Pembroke on US-460 West around 10 a.m. Wednesday. Authorities are still working the scene of the crash, and drivers should expect delays. Stay with 10 News as this breaking news story develops.
Local volunteer fire departments to receive lifesaving equipment
PEMBROKE, Va. - Volunteer fire departments in Giles County are struggling to afford lifesaving equipment that keeps first responders and the community safe. The Pembroke Volunteer Fire Department was awarded a Federal Emergency Management Agency grant worth more than $720,000 to buy an air compressor, 55 masks, and 99 new air packs self-contained breathing apparatus. "It was a real relief," said Wayne Woodyard, the assistant chief at the Poplar Hill department and a volunteer at Pembroke. The departments wont get the new equipment until the spring, but knowing its on its way, Woodyard and Neice are breathing a sigh of relief. "We're going to be taking care of our guys, giving them the best equipment that we can afford as possible.
Mountain Lake Lodge named 'Hotel of the Year'
PEMBROKE โ Mountain Lake Lodge in Pembroke has been named โHotel of the Yearโ by the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging & Travel Association which annually recognizes the best among the Stateโs hospitality and tourism industry. In addition to the lodge being named 'Hotel of the Year,' Mountain Lakeโs General Manager, Heidi Stone, has been named 'Hotelier of the Year'. โWe stand in awe of our โMiracle on the Mountain.โ Itโs a real comeback story where Heidi Stone and her hard-working team, along with the Mountain Lake Board of Directors, have kept Mountain Lake and the 'Dirty Dancing' spirit alive," said Betty Massey, executive director of the Mary Moody Northen Endowment, the private foundation based in Texas that owns Mountain Lake Lodge. The propertyโs turnaround includes a complete overhaul inside and out, but Stone said it wasnโt big money that saved Mountain Lake Lodge. โMountain Lake Lodge would not exist today if it werenโt for Heidi Stone.