Freshman Orientation Dates Set at Belfry High

Canada, KY · July 14, 2026

The morning mist is lifting off the ridges early today. It’s a good day to get those outdoor chores done before the afternoon heat settles in.

📰 The Lead

Belfry High School is officially looking toward the fall, with the administration releasing the schedule for the upcoming "Pirate Preview" freshman orientation. For families in Canada and the surrounding hollers, this marks the transition from the slow pace of summer to the high-energy rhythm of the school year. The orientation, scheduled for later this month, allows incoming students to walk their schedules, find their lockers, and meet the faculty before the upperclassmen arrive. It is a helpful step in easing the nerves of students moving up from the middle school. Beyond the logistics, the school is also finalizing updates to the student handbook regarding new state-level attendance policies. Parents should keep an eye on their mailboxes this week for the full packet of registration materials and health forms.

🏙️ Local Pulse

  • Brush Clearing on KY-1056 — State crews are trimming overgrowth along the shoulders today to improve sightlines for morning commuters.

  • Youth Football Equipment Fitting — Belfry youth league players can pick up their pads and helmets this evening at the middle school field.

☀️ Today's Outlook

  • High 86°F · Low 65°F — Clear
    • Sunscreen is a must if you are heading out to the garden or river today.

📅 What's On Around Town

  • Pikeville: Farmers Market — Pikeville City Park, 4:30–7:00 PM Grab local honey and summer squash from regional growers at the Tuesday market.

  • Pikeville: Yoga in the Park — Pikeville City Park, 6:00 PM Free outdoor session focused on flexibility; bring your own mat or towel.

  • Williamson: Community Trivia — Starters Grill, 6:30 PM Short drive for team-based brain teasers and local prizes across the river.

📸 Spotlight & Story

  • The Tug Fork River
    • This waterway defines our border with West Virginia and once served as the primary highway for the region's timber and coal. Today, it offers a quiet escape for smallmouth bass fishing and kayaking near the Hardy boat ramp.

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