Dear Citizens and Friends of Gate City,

November!!  It is hard to believe we are here at this point of the year already, but it is my favorite month!!  It is a time of Thanksgiving!!

We celebrate Veteran’s Day this month in which we pause to thank and honor the men and women who have served and sacrificed for our country’s freedoms that we enjoy every day!!   I would like to invite you to join us at Gate City High School for a program this Veteran’s Day at 11:00 am as we celebrate and honor our veterans.

Then, of course, this month we actually celebrate a day of Thanksgiving.  A day that we as a nation have set aside to give God thanks for the many blessings He has bestowed upon us during the past year.  A time when we gather with our loved ones, where there is no expectations of gifts, just the sharing of our bounty and love with each other.

This year we as a town do have much to be thankful for.  During COVID  many of our businesses struggled but we were able this year to have many of our events this which helped to bring life back to our town.  We are thankful for that!!

Many of our merchants have gotten into the spirit of the holiday and has made our town look beautiful and inviting.  Thank you merchants for your contribution !!

I would like to invite you to our Christmas Open House on Saturday, November 19th.  This is a good time to come and shop our unique stores for that special gift for your loved one.  While you are in town shopping I hope you will take the time to dine at one of our restaurants.

So, it is my prayer and hope that during this time of Thanksgiving that you and your family will take the opportunity to stop and reflect upon all your blessings and give thanks !!

 All About Gate City,
Bob Richards
Mayor, Town of Gate City

Mayor of Gate City Virginia