Franklin County swept the “Best of Virginia 2022” awards season! While we couldn’t be prouder, it’s no surprise to any Franklin County local. We all know Franklin County is a gem. From beautiful outdoor spaces to fantastic cultural events, Franklin County shines.
Results from the statewide Virginia Living Best of Virginia 2022 will be featured in the May 2022 special issue. Winners were selected as part of a reader survey with online voting earlier this year.
Check out the winners below, and then pay them a visit to celebrate!
Barbecue Restaurant
1st: Buddy’s BBQ
Burger Joint
3rd: Rocky Mount Burger Company
Fine Dining
2nd: Ippy’s
Ice Cream Shop
1st: Homestead Creamery
Farmers Market
3rd: Rocky Mount Farmers’ Market
Distillery
1st: Twin Creeks Distillery
3rd: Franklin County Distilleries
Festival
3rd: Blue Ridge Folklife Festival
Music Venue
1st: Harvester Performance Center
Special Event Venue
2nd: Harvester Performance Center
K-12 Independent School
2nd: Christian Heritage Academy
Bed & Breakfast
1st: Early Inn at the Grove
Historic Site
3rd: Booker T. Washington National Monument
Tourist Attraction
1st: Blue Ridge Parkway
Dance Studio
1st: A-List Dance Academy
Home Health Provider
2nd: Carilion Clinic Home Care
Obstetrics and/or Gynecology Practice
1st: Carilion Clinic Obstetrics & Gynecology
Ophthalmology/Optometry Practice
2nd: Vistar Eye Center
3rd: Eye Care & Surgery
Orthopedic Practice
1st: Carilion Clinic Orthopedics
Physical Therapy Practice
1st: Carilion Clinic Therapy and Rehabilitation
Primary Care Practice
1st: Carilion Clinic Family Medicine
Greenhouse and Nursery:
2nd: Blackwater Nursery & Landscaping
Home Furnishings Store
3rd: Virginia Furniture Market
Auction Company
2nd: Anderson Auction Service
Bank/Credit Union
1st: Carter Bank & Trust
2nd: Atlantic Union Bank
3rd: American National Bank and Trust
Caterer
1st: Center Stage Catering
Consignment Shop
1st: BloomingDeals
Fine Jewelry Store
3rd: Haywood’s Jewelers
Florist Shop
2nd: Flowers by Jones