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🌱 Why Clifton Forge is called the “Altoona of the South”

Clifton Forge, Virginia Patch AM: a 3 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • Why Clifton Forge is called the “Altoona of the South”

Also on today's calendar: The Virginia Opry and The Historic Masonic Theatre... and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What did one strawberry say to the other strawberry? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 78 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 76, low: 66.
  • Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 80 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 11 Virginia Hidden Gems That Locals Love But Won't Tell You About (myfamilytravels.com) — Clifton Forge is spotlighted as a railroading town with deep Chesapeake & Ohio Railway roots, historic depots, and a scenic Alleghany Highlands setting that still welcomes Amtrak passengers today. In a roundup of 11 Virginia “hidden gems,” it’s praised for its preserved railroad heritage, mountain backdrop, and small-town warmth that rewards visitors who appreciate history-rich, less touristy destinations.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Saturday September 26
  • Piano Men: Generations →
    Historic Masonic Theatre and Masonic Amphitheatre, 510 Main St, Clifton Forge
    7:00 pm

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Oak St. Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Clifton Forge. Apply here.
  • Ingevity posted a job opening for Accounting Associate in Covington. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Clifton Forge here.

🗞 Nearby News

Covington

  • Every player in Philadelphia 76ers history who has worn No. 33 (usatoday.com)
  • Covington Investment Advisors Inc. Makes New $5.29 Million Investment in Stryker Corporation $SYK (marketbeat.com)
  • Covington Investment Advisors Inc. Makes New $3.81 Million Investment in Honeywell Aerospace $HONA (marketbeat.com)

Lexington

  • 3M volunteers lend a hand on a Habitat for Humanity home (pmg-ky3.com)

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: If you weren't so sweet, we wouldn't be in this jam! (Thank you Patti F. for sending it in!)
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