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    Sarah Bright’s story is one of transformation, faith, and community service. As she dons her black helmet and continues to serve Big Stone Gap, she embodies the resilience and heart that make our first responders true heroes.

    Sarah Bright: Service and dedication in Big St...

    BIG STONE GAP, Va. – In the heart of Southwest Virginia, where community ties run deep and acts...

    Sarah Bright: Service and dedication in Big St...
    BIG STONE GAP, Va. – In the heart of Southwest Virginia, where community ties run deep and acts...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS 

Eastside quarterback Landon Pannell (11) makes a pass in Friday's game with Rye Cove. 

    Spartans get measure of revenge with win over R...

    COEBURN — Entering Friday’s game Rye Cove had won its last five games against Eastside, including...

    Spartans get measure of revenge with win over R...
    COEBURN — Entering Friday’s game Rye Cove had won its last five games against Eastside, including...
    RODDY ADDINGTON PHOTOS

Central's Zeke O'Quinn (7) looks for running room against the Richlands defense. 

    Warriors show early fight in loss to Richlands

    NORTON – Central’s early grit wasn’t enough to stop a second-half surge from Richlands, as the...

    Warriors show early fight in loss to Richlands
    NORTON – Central’s early grit wasn’t enough to stop a second-half surge from Richlands, as the...
    Jarrod Airstrip

    Aistrop named new baseball coach at Lee High

    The Lee High Generals have a new baseball coach with plenty of ties to Wise County and baseball...

    Aistrop named new baseball coach at Lee High
    The Lee High Generals have a new baseball coach with plenty of ties to Wise County and baseball...
    Melanie Stanton

    Two seeking city's Commissioner of Revenue seat

    Candidate Melanie StantonWhy do you want to be the city’s commissioner of revenue?  As a proud...

    Two seeking city's Commissioner of Revenue seat
    Candidate Melanie StantonWhy do you want to be the city’s commissioner of revenue?  As a proud...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS  

Central's Aubrey Moore goes up at the net backwards for a kill attempt in Thursday's match with Abingdon. 

    Around the Area

    VOLLEYBALL Lady Spartans keep rolling Eastside kept its record perfect in Cumberland District...

    Around the Area
    VOLLEYBALL Lady Spartans keep rolling Eastside kept its record perfect in Cumberland District...
    SAMMY BELCHER PHOTOS 

J.I. Burton's Peyton Brummitte, right, tries to avoid the Hurley defense in Friday's game. 

    Rebels spoil Burton homecoming

    NORTON – Hurley scored two second-quarter touchdowns Friday to take a 14-8 nondistrict football...

    Rebels spoil Burton homecoming
    NORTON – Hurley scored two second-quarter touchdowns Friday to take a 14-8 nondistrict football...
    Marcus Adkins

    Two seeking city's Commissioner of Revenue seat

    Marcus AdkinsWhy do you want to be the city’s commissioner of revenue?  The City of Norton is my...

    Two seeking city's Commissioner of Revenue seat
    Marcus AdkinsWhy do you want to be the city’s commissioner of revenue?  The City of Norton is my...
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    Sarah Bright’s story is one of transformation, faith, and community service. As she dons her black helmet and continues to serve Big Stone Gap, she embodies the resilience and heart that make our first responders true heroes. Sarah Bright: Service and dedication in Big Stone Gap Fire Department
    October 11, 2025
    BIG STONE GAP, Va. – In the heart of Southwest Virginia, where community ties run deep and acts of service define the spirit of the people, Sarah...
    Local Author Spotlight: Conrad R. Dreas and his debut western novel
    October 3, 2025
    In the hills of Southwest Virginia, where history whispers through the Appalachian winds, a new voice has emerged in the world of Western fiction....
    News
    Melanie Stanton Two seeking city's Commissioner of Revenue seat
    October 14, 2025
    Candidate Melanie StantonWhy do you want to be the city’s commissioner of revenue?  As a proud Nortonian for 51 years, my deep roots in this...
    October 15th Wise County Board of Supervisors recessed meeting &...
    October 14, 2025
    The recessed meeting and gas utility public hearing set by the Wise County Board of Supervisors scheduled for Wednesday, October 15th at 6 PM at the Wise County Education...
    Marcus Adkins Two seeking city's Commissioner of Revenue seat
    October 14, 2025
    Marcus AdkinsWhy do you want to be the city’s commissioner of revenue?  The City of Norton is my home, and I care deeply about this community. ...
    Sports
    Strong second half gives Bears key win over Ridgeview
    October 14, 2025
    BIG STONE GAP – Union delivered a three-strike approach Thursday to stay unbeaten and move to the top of the Mountain 7 District and the Region 2D power ratings. The Bears...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS 

Eastside quarterback Landon Pannell (11) makes a pass in Friday's game with Rye Cove.  Spartans get measure of revenge with win over Rye Cove
    October 14, 2025
    COEBURN — Entering Friday’s game Rye Cove had won its last five games against Eastside, including two straight years in the playoffs. Before one of...
    RODDY ADDINGTON PHOTOS

Central's Zeke O'Quinn (7) looks for running room against the Richlands defense.  Warriors show early fight in loss to Richlands
    October 14, 2025
    NORTON – Central’s early grit wasn’t enough to stop a second-half surge from Richlands, as the Warriors fell 42-7 Friday at Tommy McAmis Field. The...
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    Homespun
    8th annual Red Fox Storytelling Festival celebrates “Labor in Motion”
    October 11, 2025
    Get ready for the 8th Annual Red Fox Storytelling Festival on October 24-25, 2025, in Pound! This year's free event celebrates the "Labor in...
    New books by some of your favorite authors : October 10
    October 10, 2025
    The Girl from Devil’s Lake by J. A. Jance​When a boy’s body turns up in the Arizona desert, Sheriff Joanna Brady uncovers ties to cold cases...
    MECC hosts 54th Annual Home Craft Days Festival
    October 10, 2025
    Mountain Empire Community College will host its annual Home Craft Days Festival on October 17–19, 2025, celebrating the unique music, crafts, food,...
    Obituaries
    FLORA VENUS TRUSLEY CLARK
    October 13, 2025
    Flora Venus Trusley Clark, 88, of Appalachia, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025, after a five-year battle with dementia.Venus was...
    RANDALL LEE FULTZ
    October 9, 2025
    Randall Lee Fultz, 82, of Smithfield, Virginia, passed peacefully October 1, 2025, at his home surrounded by his family.Randy was born in Bonnie...
    HELEN HAGY
    October 2, 2025
    Helen Juanita Morgan Hagy, 98, went to be with her Lord and Savior Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at her home in Coeburn, VA. Helen was born in...
    Printed Paper Online
    October 14, 2025

    Classifieds
    HELP WANTED - SAFETY COORDINATOR/ POOL MANAGER
    October 9, 2025
    HELP WANTED - FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITSTOWN OF WISE SAFETY COORDINATOR/POOL MANAGER    The Town of Wise is accepting applications for a full-time Safety...
    HELP WANTED - TOWN OF WISE WATER & SEWER DEPARTMENT– CREWMAN II
    October 2, 2025
    HELP WANTED - TOWN OF WISE WATER & SEWER DEPARTMENT– CREWMAN II    The Town of Wise is accepting applications for a full-time Crewman II position in the Water and Sewer...
    FOR SALE - 3 PLOTS IN VETERANS SECTION of Powell Valley Memorial...
    September 18, 2025
    FOR SALE - 3 PLOTS IN VETERANS SECTION of Powell Valley Memorial Gardens. Two have opening/closing benefits. $4,000 for all 3, including opening and closing. Respond to...
    Legals
    NOTICE - Comments on filing a gas utility application with the...
    October 13, 2025
    NOTICE    A Public Hearing will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the School Board Education Center Meeting Room located at 628 Lake Street, Wise,...
    Wise County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court - in re: Anthony...
    October 9, 2025
    ORDER OF PUBLICATIONVa. Code Ann. §§ 8.01-316, -317Case No. JJ019473-02-00Commonwealth of VirginiaWise County Juvenile andDomestic Relations CourtCommonwealth of...
    Wise County Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court - in re: Anthony...
    October 9, 2025
    ORDER OF PUBLICATIONVa. Code Ann. §§ 8.01-316, -317Case No. JJ019468-03-00Commonwealth of VirginiaWise County Juvenile andDomestic Relations CourtCommonwealth of...
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