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Posted on: November 14, 2023

BOCO Storyteller Series - Zack Kelly

photo of zack kelly - sitting on a bench holding a baseball glove

Zack Kelly grew up right here in Botetourt County where he found his love of sports while playing rec baseball in Cloverdale! We caught up with this now professional baseball player to learn more about his childhood in BOCO, who inspired him and what his ...

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Posted on: September 13, 2023

BOCO Storyteller Series - Jim Arzigian

Photo of Jim Arzigian in front of the Buchanan Library in Buchanan VA

Jim "Catnapper" Arzigian who hails from New Mexico, spent a lot of time hiking the Appalachian Trail - he was even recognized for hiking 2,192 miles of the AT! For some perspective, the AT travels through 14 states along the crests and valleys o...

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Posted on: August 30, 2023

BOCO Storyteller Series - Don & Caroline Naysmith

Photo of Caroline Naysmith at the old jail in Fincastle VA

Nestled in the embrace of history, culture, and natural splendor, Botetourt County has been a canvas for countless remarkable stories. The tales that have been woven into the fabric of this county are as diverse and vibrant as its landscapes. From the pea...

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