Month September 2024

Mountains of Pride

At Sparta Candle Co., we celebrate our vibrant LGBTQ+ community each June with our Mountains of Pride collection. Proceeds from this collection are used to fund this scholarship, so you can confidently transition to your next endeavor knowing the mountains…

Miller, John

Mr. John Miller served Alleghany County for many years as a teacher, beloved principal and mayor for many years. He is also a master storyteller and has so many tales to tell. This scholarship was established by family members to…

Miller, Ann

This scholarship for those who need financial assistance in furthering their education in the field of their choice.

McNeil, Wiley

Mr. Wiley McNeil served with the 8th Air Force in England in the 482nd Bombardment Group during 1943-1946, flying pathfinder missions over the English Channel. After returning home, he accepted a job with Lowe’s Hardware, now known as Lowe’s Home…

Martin, Jack

This scholarship was started by his wife and children to honor Jack’s contribution and service to Alleghany County. Jack was raised in poverty, but recognized the value of education, a strong work ethic, a respect for all people, and giving…

Lyon, Howard and Rosalie

Howard and Rosalie Lyon were Alleghany County natives. Mr. Lyon graduated from UNC Chapel Hill and Bowling Green University. He was a trust office for Wachovia Bank for 36 years. Mrs. Lyon graduated from Appalachian State University and retired from…

Lyon, Elizabeth & Robert

Robert and Elizabeth were interested in promoting education. Robert managed his family’s hardware, industrial supplies, paint and sporting goods store and one of the founders of Durham Technical Community College. Elizabeth graduated from Women’s College (now UNC Greensboro) with an…

Lemons to Lemonade

This scholarship is to support students that have persevered and risen above to further their education after high school.