Since 1951, Surry Communications has played a vital role in keeping neighbors, families, and businesses connected across Surry County. What began as a mission to bring reliable communication services to rural communities has grown into a forward-thinking organization focused on advanced fiber technology while maintaining the same personal service that defined its early … [Read more...] about Surry Communications: Connecting Community Through Innovation and Local Commitment
March 2026
Between Rounds with Kevin Pyles
Where Luck Meets the Work March is one of those months that feels like a turning point. Winter starts to loosen its grip, the days stretch a little longer, and there’s a sense that something new is just around the corner. It’s the perfect time to reflect on three powerful forces that shape our lives more than we often realize: luck, grit, and growth. People talk a lot … [Read more...] about Between Rounds with Kevin Pyles
Blake’s Take
Great question! I have experienced this and I feel like most of us face all these changes at different phases across the lifespan. I feel like we add and prune relationships based on support for those changes which make long-term relationships rare. I think we naturally become closer to those who are like-minded and distant from those who are not. I can remember feeling like … [Read more...] about Blake’s Take
By Gosh By Josh
Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Ararat, North Carolina is a small, unincorporated community in Surry County with a history that reflects both the natural beauty of the region and the patterns of settlement and transportation that shaped rural North Carolina. Though often overshadowed by larger nearby towns like Mount Airy, Ararat’s past is intertwined with … [Read more...] about By Gosh By Josh
Fitness Rage with Kage
Grit is not flashy. It does not announce itself. It does not show up on the days when motivation is high and everything feels easy. Grit shows up when you do not feel like it. Most people think grit is about intensity. They picture heavy weights, loud music, and nonstop energy. But real grit looks much quieter than that. It looks like waking up tired and still … [Read more...] about Fitness Rage with Kage
