🌱 How Galax police are honoring a fallen Carroll County deputy

Greetings Galax! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

• How Galax police are honoring a fallen Carroll County deputy
• Why Galax is a must-stop on Virginia’s iconic Crooked Road

Also on today's calendar: [GPL] In the Loop (Fiber Friends Meeting) and 5 more events.

Today's riddle: What is always in front of you but can never be seen? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

• Monday: A thunderstorm in spots, with a high of 74 and low of 54 degrees.
• Tuesday: Cooler with a few showers, temps: high: 65, low: 48.
• Wednesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 50 degrees.

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📰 News we're reading

• Law enforcement community mourns fallen Carroll County deputy (wfxrtv.com) — A Carroll County deputy was shot and killed during a welfare check, and agencies across southwest Virginia, including the Galax Police Department, are publicly sharing condolences and support. Statements emphasize prayers for the fallen deputy’s family, recovery for the injured deputy, and solidarity among neighboring departments as officers continue searching for the suspect.
   

• These 10 Epic Road Trips in Virginia Will Change Your Summer (myfamilytravels.com) — One of Virginia’s featured summer road trips sends you along The Crooked Road, where Galax stands out for its legendary old-time and bluegrass festival and live Friday shows at the Rex Theater. The broader guide highlights ten scenic drives statewide, from the Blue Ridge Parkway to the Eastern Shore, giving Galax residents ideas for both hometown music adventures and longer Virginia getaways.
   

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📸 Around Galax

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Galax

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★ Featured events ★

Tuesday June 2

• [GPL] Writers Group →
  Galax Public Library, 610 W Stuart Dr, Galax
  2:00 pm

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Other local events

Tuesday June 2

• G BKB Weight Lifting
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  7:00 am

Wednesday June 3

• G BKB Weight Lifting
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  7:00 am
• Region SB @ C-Burg
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  5:00 pm
• Region B Soccer @ Christiansburg
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  5:00 pm
• Region BB @ C-Burg
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  5:00 pm

Thursday June 4

• G BKB Weight Lifting
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  7:00 am
• [GPL] In the Loop (Fiber Friends Meeting) →
  Galax Public Library, 610 W Stuart Dr, Galax
  5:00 pm

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📣 Galax Shout Outs!

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🗓 Events Nearby

Monday June 1

• G BKB Weight Lifting
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  7:00 am
• Region B Soccer @ High Seed- Semifinal
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  5:00 pm
• GMS VB Open Gym
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  5:00 pm
• Region BB @ High Seed
  Galax High Galax, VA 24333
  5:00 pm

Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Wal-Mart posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate in Galax. Apply here.
• Galax City Public Schools posted a job opening for Assistant Football Coach in Galax. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Galax here.

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🗞 Nearby News

Wytheville

• Georgia's Jack Story Goes Wire-to-Wire to Win 43rd Annual Phoenix BFL All-American Presented by T-H Marine at Lake Murray (thebasscast.com)
• 20 Best Places to Visit in Virginia, According to Locals (travelandleisure.com)

Pulaski

• Fur, feathers, landscape subjects of winning photos (pcpatriot.com)
• Help evaluating a fix and flip dealHelp evaluating a fix and flip deal (biggerpockets.com)
• Individual Rights are Not Negotiable (drhurd.com)

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Ok Galax! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: The future (Thank you Brenda C. for sending it in!)
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