Big things are happening in the Criminal Justice pathway at WCCTC — all thanks to the incredible leadership of Mr. Kelly Fleming. He brings nearly...

In May 1989, Rev. Jesse Jackson addressed approximately 10,000 United Mine Workers of America (UMWA) members and supporters at the Wise County...

Delegate Terry Kilgore is proud to announce great news for Duffield and all of Southwest Virginia: $690,000 in infrastructure funding has been awarded to support a major...

J.I. Burton’s Ava Stough and Central’s Kylie Sturgill are headed to the VHSL Girls State Wrestling Championships. Stough advanced to the state tournament after finishing...

NORTON – Kyiah Perry had a rough start to Wednesday’s Mountain 7 District girls basketball tournament semifinal game. But the Ridgeview senior finished strong and helped...

WISE – Emma Ross scored a game-high 23 points while Mackenzie Gillenwater scored 10 points and led all players with 15 rebounds as Twin Springs...

Pound, VA – Conceived and directed by Martín Santangelo and choreographed by Bessie Award-winning principal dancer Soledad Barrio and Martín...

Do you have community news or an event you would like to appear in this column? Please contact Myra at mmyra9639@gmail.comUPCOMING STATE...

Big Stone Gap, VA – Right off the streets of New Orleans, Tuba Skinny brings the best in traditional early jazz, blues and swing to audiences...

D. Michael Donathan, 87, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his home in Wise.He was Professor of Music and Chair of the Department of...

Jerious Hansford Clark (Jerico), 75, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Norton Community Hospital with his family...

Ralph “Rex” Payne, 91, took his last breath on earth and his first breath in heaven on Friday, February 20, 2026. He passed away at Holston Valley...

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITSTOWN OF WISE    The Town of Wise is accepting applications for the position of  Human Resources Administrator.  This is an exempt,...

HOUSE FOR SALE - 207 Railroad Avenue, Appalachia. 3BR, 1BTH, single story. Call 276-701-6203. 2-6-4t s2-27

FOR RENT - NORTON HEIGHTS APARTMENTS now taking applications for waiting list for 1BR and 2BR apartment units. Call (276)679-5280 or come by the office at 520 Alexandria...

PUBLIC NOTICEAPPLICATION # 1011823 FOR REVISION TOPERMIT 1102281UNDER CHAPTER 19 TITLE 45.2 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIAPUBLICATION NO. 26DXD01     J.W. Construction Company,...

PUBLIC  NOTICE     The Wise County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on March 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Board Education Center, 628 Lake Street,...

NORTON CITY SCHOOLSInvitation for Bid: John I. Burton Parking Lot & Track PavingDate: 2/9/2026Point of Contact:Gina Wohlford, Ph. D. Superintendent Norton City...

Please be advised that the delivery of the Tuesday, Jan. 27th print edition of the Coalfield Progress will be delayed due to weather-related issues experienced by our...