Farmers' profits dry up

along with the weather

Local farmers are already using winter cattle feed. Photo by Jessica Hopper.

County cattle farmers are searching for ways to deal with the region’s long-standing drought. Cattle continues to be one of the largest agricultural products in the county, but dried up pastures have made local farmers question the profitability of raising cattle.

Former Rockbridge Partnership executive director says county is too elderly for change

After 11 years as head of the partnership, David Kleppinger left in July to take a job in Alleghany County. He says the county's older population is not interested in attracting new businesses.

Local Mormons are making use of new Stake center

A new congregation center just outside Lexington city limits is the third of its kind in the area. But this one serves as a regional gathering place -- bringing more traffic into the area.