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    L-R is Roy Munsey (Bad Rufe Tolliver; 32 years), Glenn Gannaway (Red Fox Taylor; 450 shows without missing a performance this season), and Larry "Dodie" Daniel (Devil Judd Tolliver; 18 years).

    The Trail of the Lonesome Pine: Big Stone Gap’s...

    In the heart of Southwest Virginia, nestled within the Appalachian Mountains, Big Stone Gap comes...

    The Trail of the Lonesome Pine: Big Stone Gap’s...
    In the heart of Southwest Virginia, nestled within the Appalachian Mountains, Big Stone Gap comes...

    Westmoreland Coal and the Scotia Explosions MEC...

    Known as one of the worst mine disasters in U.S. history, the explosions at the Scotia Mine...

    Westmoreland Coal and the Scotia Explosions MEC...
    Known as one of the worst mine disasters in U.S. history, the explosions at the Scotia Mine...

    Lions Club offers Listen Up! Preschool hearing ...

    The first Listen Up! screening in our area is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, June 4, 2025...

    Lions Club offers Listen Up! Preschool hearing ...
    The first Listen Up! screening in our area is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, June 4, 2025...
    Smiley Thomas (Safety Director), Gerald Tate, Louis Hangar, Jerry Fritz, Bill Person and Lloyd Robinette looking over a mine map.

    Scotia mine explosions of 1976: Westmoreland’s...

    In 1971, the Westmoreland Coal Company’s Virginia Division in Big Stone Gap established a mine...

    Scotia mine explosions of 1976: Westmoreland’s...
    In 1971, the Westmoreland Coal Company’s Virginia Division in Big Stone Gap established a mine...

    A Quilt for the Ages

    Now on display at Mountain Empire Community College Wampler Library. This quilt is part of an...

    A Quilt for the Ages
    Now on display at Mountain Empire Community College Wampler Library. This quilt is part of an...
    Central first baseman Shawn Phillips (12) holds a Lebanon base runner close to the bag in Thursday's Region 2D quarterfinal game. 

    Warriors drop heartbreaker to Lebanon in Region...

    LEBANON — Perhaps Lebanon coach Cody Compton put it best after Thursday’s Region 2D baseball...

    Warriors drop heartbreaker to Lebanon in Region...
    LEBANON — Perhaps Lebanon coach Cody Compton put it best after Thursday’s Region 2D baseball...
    Eastside's No. 1 tennis doubles team of Olivia Harrison and Shealyn Mays defeated Honaker's Kaiden White and Ryland Atkins 6-0, 6-1 Thursday at St. Paul's Brock Funk Memorial Courts in opening round play of the Region 1D tennis tournament. St. Paul advanced to the regional semifinals with a 5-0 team victory over the Lady Tigers. 

    Eastside girls sweep Honaker in Region 1D tenni...

    ST. PAUL - The Eastside Lady Spartans swept through the opening round of the Region 1D girls...

    Eastside girls sweep Honaker in Region 1D tenni...
    ST. PAUL - The Eastside Lady Spartans swept through the opening round of the Region 1D girls...
    Central goal keeper Harley Jett clears the ball in the Lady Warriors game against Lebanon in the Region 2D quarterfinals. 

    Regional Tournament Roundup

    Central girls soccer advances to Region 2D semifinalsBella Newberry continued her dominant...

    Regional Tournament Roundup
    Central girls soccer advances to Region 2D semifinalsBella Newberry continued her dominant...
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    L-R is Roy Munsey (Bad Rufe Tolliver; 32 years), Glenn Gannaway (Red Fox Taylor; 450 shows without missing a performance this season), and Larry "Dodie" Daniel (Devil Judd Tolliver; 18 years). The Trail of the Lonesome Pine: Big Stone Gap’s Summer Celebration...
    June 3, 2025
    In the heart of Southwest Virginia, nestled within the Appalachian Mountains, Big Stone Gap comes alive each summer with a cherished tradition. On...
    Westmoreland Coal and the Scotia Explosions MECC Goodloe Center -...
    June 3, 2025
    Known as one of the worst mine disasters in U.S. history, the explosions at the Scotia Mine rocked this region and resulted in numerous changes in...
    News
    L-R is Roy Munsey (Bad Rufe Tolliver; 32 years), Glenn Gannaway (Red Fox Taylor; 450 shows without missing a performance this season), and Larry "Dodie" Daniel (Devil Judd Tolliver; 18 years). The Trail of the Lonesome Pine: Big Stone Gap’s Summer Celebration...
    June 3, 2025
    In the heart of Southwest Virginia, nestled within the Appalachian Mountains, Big Stone Gap comes alive each summer with a cherished tradition. On...
    Westmoreland Coal and the Scotia Explosions MECC Goodloe Center -...
    June 3, 2025
    Known as one of the worst mine disasters in U.S. history, the explosions at the Scotia Mine rocked this region and resulted in numerous changes in...
    A Quilt for the Ages
    June 3, 2025
    Now on display at Mountain Empire Community College Wampler Library. This quilt is part of an ongoing effort to highlight a quilter or a vintage...
    Sports
    Central first baseman Shawn Phillips (12) holds a Lebanon base runner close to the bag in Thursday's Region 2D quarterfinal game.  Warriors drop heartbreaker to Lebanon in Region 2D baseball...
    June 3, 2025
    LEBANON — Perhaps Lebanon coach Cody Compton put it best after Thursday’s Region 2D baseball quarterfinal game with the Central Warriors. “Playing...
    Eastside's No. 1 tennis doubles team of Olivia Harrison and Shealyn Mays defeated Honaker's Kaiden White and Ryland Atkins 6-0, 6-1 Thursday at St. Paul's Brock Funk Memorial Courts in opening round play of the Region 1D tennis tournament. St. Paul advanced to the regional semifinals with a 5-0 team victory over the Lady Tigers.  Eastside girls sweep Honaker in Region 1D tennis tournament 
    June 3, 2025
    ST. PAUL - The Eastside Lady Spartans swept through the opening round of the Region 1D girls tennis tournament Thursday at the Brock Funk Memorial...
    Central goal keeper Harley Jett clears the ball in the Lady Warriors game against Lebanon in the Region 2D quarterfinals.  Regional Tournament Roundup
    June 3, 2025
    Central girls soccer advances to Region 2D semifinalsBella Newberry continued her dominant postseason play for the Central Lady Warriors, Thursday....
    Molina Healthcare
    Cavalier Housing
    Homespun
    Get Ready for a Night of Fun at the Best Friend Festival Kid’s Night!
    May 31, 2025
    Sponsored by the Norton Lions ClubWednesday, June 4 | 5–9 PM | Norton City Park(Rain location: Norton EXPO Center)NORTON, VA — Mark your calendars...
    Congratulations Students!
    May 30, 2025
    Radford UniversitySpring 2025 GraduatesDaniel LawsonWiseSydney LinkousWiseOlivia WebbNortonHannah CraftNortonJustice FannonDrydenTyler StapletonWiseZachary...
    Trail of the Lonesome Pine Outdoor Drama returns to the stage June 6th Trail of the Lonesome Pine Outdoor Drama returns to the stage June 6th
    May 30, 2025
    The Trail of the Lonesome Pine, Virginia’s Official Outdoor Drama, returns to the stage on June 6th and runs through August 9th for its 62nd Annual...
    Obituaries
    MARGIE COMPTON
    June 2, 2025
    NORTON, VA – Margie Juanita Compton, 95, died Thursday morning, May 29, 2025, at her residence. She was born in Jewell Ridge, Va. to the late James...
    MARILYN SUE SLOCE HENSLEY
    May 26, 2025
    NORTON, VA - Marilyn Sue Sloce Hensley, 67, passed away Saturday, May 24, at Johnson City Medical Center.   She was preceded in death by her...
    RICHARD HENRY PEAKE
    May 26, 2025
    Richard Henry Peake, born March 25, 1934, in Chesapeake, VA, passed away peacefully just before his 91st birthday on March 17, 2025 in Galveston,...
    Printed Paper Online
    June 3, 2025

    Classifieds
    FOR RENT– 2BR HOUSE in Norton
    June 2, 2025
    FOR RENT– 2BR HOUSE in Norton.  276-328-8655. 6-3-2t s6-6
    FOR SALE - 14.4 ACRES - Three miles from Wise
    June 2, 2025
    FOR SALE -  14.4 ACRES - Three miles from Wise with 474 Ft (2) lane paved road access, public water and electric on property. Lots of hardwood timber and good house or...
    FOR RENT: Well maintained 2 Bedroom, 1 bath townhouse apt in Big...
    May 29, 2025
    FOR RENT:  Well maintained 2 Bedroom, 1 bath townhouse apt in Big Stone Gap.  W&D hook ups, central H&A.  $600 month rent and $600 Damage & Security dep., no...
    Legals
    PUBLIC NOTICE - Wise County Board of Supervisors - Close and...
    May 29, 2025
    PUBLIC NOTICE     The Wise County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Thursday, June 12, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the School Board Education Center located on...
    JOINT PUBLIC HEARING - VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION and ...
    May 26, 2025
    NOTICEJoint Public Hearing VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION and WISE COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS          The Virginia Department of Transportation and the Board of...
    PUBLIC HEARING - Wise County Board of Supervisors - Amendment to...
    May 26, 2025
    NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING      The Wise County Planning Commission and the County of Wise will hold a joint public hearing with the Wise County Board of Supervisors on...
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