Featured Top Story Floyd is for fighters: Gold medals for local MMA students Jacob Smith For The Floyd Press Jul 1, 2023 Jul 1, 2023 0 Photo Courtesy of Buffalo Mountain Martial Arts Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Jacob Smith For The Floyd Press Floyd is known for its scenic views, artistic flair and peaceful vibes, but it’s also home to a growing community of martial arts fighters.kAmqF772=@ |@F?E2:? |2CE:2= pCED p4256>J[ =65 3J 4@249 y2>6D w6?CJ[ 92D 2=C625J 925 D6G6C2= DEF56?ED H:? @? 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