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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....

Supervisors: District 1, 2 incumbents face opposition

October 20, 2025

Why do you want to be a supervisor (or re-elected)? I have enjoyed serving the citizens of Wise County for 28 years. Together, the board has...

Supervisors: District 1, 2 incumbents face opposition

October 20, 2025

Why do you want to be a supervisor?Answer: Over the last several years, I have become more and more concerned about the direction in which our...

Supervisors: District 1, 2 incumbents face opposition

October 20, 2025

Why do you want to be a supervisor (or re-elected)? I want to be re-elected to continue to serve the people of Wise County. I feel there's much...

SAMMY BELCHER PHOTOS

Union's Camden Maddux, with ball, races down the field, while Lebanon's Francisco Hernandez attempts to make the tackle in Friday's nondistrict game.

Bears head into open date undefeated

October 20, 2025

BIG STONE GAP – Union passed another tough test, perhaps its most difficult Friday. The Bears used another strong second-half performance to take a...

KEVIN MAYS PHOTOS

Eastside's Brooklyn Johnson (12) delivers one of her match-high 12 kills in Thursday's win over Twin Springs.

Lady Spartans hold off challenge from Twin Springs for win

October 20, 2025

COEBURN – The Eastside Lady Spartans keep finding ways to win. The Lady Spartans (15-6, 9-0) held off an upset-minded Twin Springs squad Thursday...

ASHLEY HILL PHOTOS

Bella Viers (6) goes up for a kill attempt against John Battle in Thursday's Mountain 7 District match.

Around the Area

October 20, 2025

FOOTBALL Raiders snap losing streakThe J.I. Burton Raiders snapped a five-game losing streak Friday with a 52-20 nondistrict road win at Bland...

Pepsi Cola Bottling

Mountain Empire Older Citizens

Norton Elementary & Middle School Honor Roll

October 31, 2025

The following students at Norton Elementary & Middle School in grades 4 through 7 achieved either Principal’s Honor Roll or Regular Honor Roll for the first nine weeks...

New books by some of your favorite authors : October 31

October 31, 2025

Alchemised by SenLin YuOnce a promising alchemist, Helena Marino is now a prisoner of war and of her own fractured mind. Captive to Paladia’s new...

Norton Little League meeting planned Nov. 16 at Zion Family Ministries

October 31, 2025

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

November 3, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother Rita J. Salyer on Thursday, October 30, 2025, at the age of 88....

November 3, 2025

NORTON, VA – Tommy M. Davis, 78, died Friday, October 31, 2025, at Norton Community Hospital. He was a US Army Veteran and was a retired Foreman at...

FRANKIE IRENE SHORTT (COX)

October 30, 2025

Heaven just welcomed a force of nature! On October 4, 2025, while at home and surrounded by family and friends, Frankie Irene Shortt (Cox) of...

Printed Paper Online

November 4, 2025

FOR RENT - 2BR, 1BTH TRAILER in Norton

November 3, 2025

FOR RENT - 2BR, 1BTH TRAILER in Norton. $650 per month. Call Samuel Strong, 843-323-5354. 11-4--25-tfn

FOR RENT - 2BR HOUSE on Church Street, Wise

October 27, 2025

FOR RENT - 2BR HOUSE on Church Street, Wise. No pets. Call 276-337-1171 or 276-393-0905. 10-28-25-tfn

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...

NOTICE - Change to Wise County’s FY 2025-2026 budget

November 3, 2025

NOTICE The Wise County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 at 6:00pm in the School Board Education Center located on Lake Street...

Trustee's Sale - 12941 Crab Orchard Road, Coeburn, Virginia 24230

October 30, 2025

Trustee's Sale12941 Crab Orchard Road, Coeburn, Virginia 24230(Parcel ID: R006309) Default having been made in the terms of a certain Deed of Trust dated December 18,...

NOTICE OF HEARING RE: Estate of Danny Willard Belcher

October 30, 2025

NOTICE OF HEARINGRE: Estate of Danny Willard Belcher Estate File No: 202405003 NOTICE OF HEARING Take notice that on the 17th day of November, 2025, at the hour of...

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