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Honaker is to receive Grant

Information received Jan 6th 2010

Thanks to all those who helped

CPC/ Jim Baldwin and staff

Honaker Historic Downtown Business District

Honaker, Town of

C.H. Wallace, Mayor

CDBG

VDOT ARC

Tobacco Commission

VCEDA

Private

Local

TOTAL

$694,266

$233,757

$300,000

$342,290

$90,000

$80,581

$2,040,894

Project Description:The town will economically restructure its downtown business district to focus on heritage and nature tourism, technology, and community based retail. Activities to take place include acquisition of two parcels; demolition of one dilapidated structure; renovation of an old vacant bank building into the Honaker Heritage Center; façade improvements to at least 16 buildings; and sidewalk, street, and lighting improvements through out the downtown. The project also includes the rehabilitation of eight upper-story apartments occupied by low-to-moderate income families. This project is expected to benefit 13 people, all of whom are of low-to-moderate income.

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D.R. Barnhart moves to Honaker

D.R. Barnhart brings Chiropractic office to Town Main Street (276) 873-5581

School Changes

Log on and check out school changes www.russell.k12.va.us

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Town Minutes

July 8, 2009

Honaker Cleans UP

The mayor and council targets areas in town that look really bad and take steps to buy and clean up areas.

We are proud of our schools and leadership

Thanks to Mr. Bush and Mrs. Campbell at Honaker High School, and Mr. Hess and Mrs. Eaton at Honaker Elementary School for Great Leadership.

BlueGrass Music and Honaker

Blue Grass Music and The Hills of Honaker

Hunting Paradise and Fishing

Honaker is full of Hunting and Fishing areas The Clinch River is the crown of the mountain empire flowing southwestward from its origin near the town of Tazewell, the Clinch travels some 135 miles, reaching portions of Tazewell, Russell, Wise, and Scott counties on its way to the Tennessee state line. In a cast of Virginia rivers that portray history and natural wealth, the Clinch has a story and a character all its own. The Clinch River, which was named after on otherwise forgotten explorer, played a major role in the exploration and settlement of Southwest Virginia. Many early settlers made their homes along its eastern shore, while other crossed the formidable flow and explored the wilderness beyond its banks. Probably the most famous explorer to pace the banks of the Clinch and challenge its currents was Daniel Boone. Boone resided for some time near Castlewood, and negotiated the river during his many trips through Southwest Virginia. Today, towns and settlements along its course bear names which are evidence of their historical roles. Places like Blackford, Nash's Ford, Fort Blackmore, and Speer's Ferry are a few examples. Although the landscapes have changed along the Clinch, the rugged and unique river still remains. The river does show signs of human alteration, however. To prevent flooding in the town of Saint Paul, the river was re-routed around the town. Observant floaters will note that the present river channel around the south side of Saint Paul was blasted out of solid rock. Two major fish kills have occurred in the last 30 years. These fish kills were the result of toxic spills that originated near Carbo. The river has recovered admirably from the fish kills of the past, and an incredible diversity of life is now present in and around the river. The Clinch supports a unique assemblage of aquatic life. The river is home to about 50 species of mussels, which is more than any other river in the world and over 100 species are non-game fish - minnows and darters that sport brilliant colors and play a vital role in the survival of other fish and mussel species. But, the variety of sport fish is what makes the Clinch a great destination for anglers. The Clinch River has a lot to offer those who want to escape the familiar and explore the life of a river. Weather you come to experience the fishing, or just to view the spectacular scenery, please keep safety in mind. Be sure that you are aware of your boat's and your own limitations. Before floating an unfamiliar stretch of river, boaters are advised to use a topographic map to look for ledges and falls. Remember, discretion is the better part of valor. Wear your life jacket, and if you think you might have trouble negotiating a piece of water, portage your boat and equipment around the obstruction. Some of the access points noted on the map are informal sites that have traditionally been used by anglers and floaters. To ensure that these sites are available for future use, respect all property. Please refrain from littering, and do not block roads or gates.