1.0Rye Valley Historyhttps://socialmogul.us/RyeValleyHistoryAdminhttps://socialmogul.us/RyeValleyHistory/author/admin/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="r0kUSpgJ9d"><a href="https://socialmogul.us/RyeValleyHistory/">Home</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://socialmogul.us/RyeValleyHistory/embed/#?secret=r0kUSpgJ9d" width="600" height="338" title="“Home” — Rye Valley History" data-secret="r0kUSpgJ9d" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://socialmogul.us/RyeValleyHistory/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script> Take a moment and check out our new polls! Articles The Lead Mines Long before Sugar Grove became known for its quiet farms… Read More History of Rowland Creek Church of The Brethren The church was organized July 15, 1911, by 23 former… Read More The Mysterious Disappearance of Rex Roberts Nearly 80 Years Later Nearly 80 Years After Rex Roberts Vanished, Sugar Grove Still… Read More Molasses Tradition in Sugar Grove: A Generational Craft For generations in Sugar Grove, the Combs family  has carried… Read More The Bank of Sugar Grove: A Brief Chapter in Local Enterprise In the heart of Smyth County’s Rye Valley, the early 20th… Read More St. Clair’s Bottom: A Name Rooted in Early Settlement The place we know today as St. Clair’s Bottom carries… Read More Dr. Goodridge Wilson On Our History Early Settlers Were Attracted to Smyth County’s Rye Valley Rye… Read More The History Keepers- Sena Roberts-Ward “The History Keepers” is a special series on our website… Read More Load More Calling All Historians, Storytellers and Photographers Have A Story, Photo or Something Else? Do you have a tale to tell, a family history to share, or treasured photographs capturing the essence of life in our community? We invite you to become a part of preserving the rich heritage of our area by contributing your stories, memories, and images. Whether your family has deep roots in our community or you’re a newcomer with a fresh perspective, your experiences and insights are invaluable in painting a vivid picture of our shared history. From tales of pioneer settlers to anecdotes of everyday life, every story adds depth and richness to the tapestry of our heritage. Take a journey through time as you delve into the past, uncovering the hidden gems and untold stories that have shaped our community. Whether it’s a cherished family recipe passed down through generations or a snapshot capturing a moment frozen in time, every contribution helps to preserve our legacy for future generations. So, dust off those old photo albums, rummage through your attic for forgotten treasures, and let your memories come alive as you share them with us. Together, let’s celebrate the unique spirit of our community and ensure that our history lives on for years to come. Submit your accounts, photos, and memories today, and join us in preserving the heritage of our beloved community! Contact Us Facebookhttps://socialmogul.us/RyeValleyHistory/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Lead-Mines-3.jpg811562