Art, music, and community fellowship will come together in downtown Grayson later this week during a special evening at the Grayson Gallery & Art Center.
The gallery will host its annual Peace and Love Art Show and Sale as part of the monthly Final Fridays Art Walk this evening when doors open at 6:00 p.m. All of the fun will continue through 9:00.
The evening is free and open to the public, featuring artwork from artists across Eastern Kentucky and the surrounding Tri-State region. Award presentations are scheduled for approximately 7:30 p.m., including honors such as the People’s Choice Award, the Pen Lady Award, the Brandon Click Art Memorial Award, and the Gallery Board Choice Award.
Live entertainment will be provided by the band 3X, performing classic rock favorites, and refreshments will also be available during the event.
Organizers say the annual show highlights local creativity while giving residents a chance to meet artists, enjoy live music, and support the regional arts community.
The Grayson Gallery & Art Center is also preparing upcoming seasonal exhibits, including its Women in the Arts showcase in March and an Earth Day–themed exhibition planned for April.
For additional information, you can contact the gallery directly or follow the Grayson Gallery & Art Center on social media.
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The FIVCO Area Development District is inviting qualified vendors to take part in an upcoming improvement project aimed at enhancing how regional meetings are conducted.
The organization has officially issued a Request for Proposals for a boardroom audio and visual renovation project. The planned upgrades are designed to better support both in-person and hybrid meetings, helping improve communication and collaboration across the region.
Officials say the project will focus on modernizing technology used during meetings, allowing participants to connect more effectively whether attending on site or remotely.
Businesses or contractors interested in submitting proposals should note that submissions are due by 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Monday, March 6th.
Complete proposal details and requirements are available now through the FIVCO Area Development District website.
Regional leaders say the renovation reflects continued efforts to modernize facilities and improve accessibility as more organizations rely on flexible meeting options.
Again, proposals for the FIVCO boardroom audio and visual renovation project must be submitted by March 6th.
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Today marks the final opportunity this week for residents in Western Carter County to take advantage of the county-wide clean-up campaign, as dumpsters will be available at the Carter County Maintenance Garage in Grayson until 2:30 p.m. The Solid Waste Department reminds all participants that dumpster access has now returned to its regular three-day weekly schedule and urges the public to follow the updated disposal guidelines.
A number of items will not be accepted, including refrigerators, deep freezers, televisions, household garbage, paint, tires, and batteries. In addition, all items must be either bagged or boxed — loose trash will not be collected.
The Carter County Clean-Up campaign operates on a rotating schedule, providing disposal opportunities for both the eastern and western ends of the county. After today’s event, dumpsters will return to the maintenance garage on US 60 from March 4th through the 6th.
This valuable community service is made possible by the Carter County Solid Waste Department, who continue to support these efforts to keep our neighborhoods clean, safe, and beautiful. Let’s all do our part to keep Carter County looking its best.