Nelson County: Community warming stations to open on Friday, Saturday
Due to the forecast for single-digit temperatures predicted for Friday and Saturday, Nelson County has two community warming stations available.
Due to the forecast for single-digit temperatures predicted for Friday and Saturday, Nelson County has two community warming stations available.
For Robert Saunders, whose family runs a wholesale nursery, orchard and farm market in Piney River, farming is in his blood.

Nelson 151 will host its 13th annual 12 Days of Christmas fundraiser beginning on Sunday and running through Dec. 31.
The Nelson County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a missing 85-year-old man.
Nelson 151 is partnering with Nelson County volunteer parents and KellyBronze Turkey Farm this month for Gobbling With Gratitude, a fundraising initiative designed to provide every Nelson County school employee with a free, high-quality turkey.
You’ve heard of Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, but have you heard about Artists Sunday? Artists Sunday is the Sunday after Thanksgiving.
Saunders Brothers, Inc., a multi-generational farm in Piney River, has been named the 2022 Swisher/Sunbelt Southeastern Farmer of the Year.
A Nelson County deputy’s patrol car was struck by another vehicle Saturday morning while a deputy was assisting a disabled motorist.
The Rockfish Gallery and Gift Shop will host its grand opening on Sunday from 1-3 p.m.
The Nelson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 16-year-old.
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