NORTON — Oct. 8, Officers with the Norton Police Department were dispatched to the Econo Lodge, located at 551 Highway 58 in Norton, in reference to a report of multiple...

Photographer Sammy Belcher captured a stunning view of thick fog rolling over High Knob using his drone. The heavy mist crept across the dam,...

Sixth grade students from Lee County, Scott County and the City of Norton got a firsthand look at the possibilities available in science,...

The Wise County Sheriff’s Office proudly accepted its 7th re-accreditation status from the Virginia Law Enforcement Accreditation Coalition on...

WISE, Va. — Wise County Public Schools is celebrating another achievement: all 11 schools included in the Virginia Department of Education’s 2026–2027 division report are...

If you've ever watched The Trail of the Lonesome Pine outdoor drama in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, there's a scene during the Homecoming that can get a crowd grinning before...

Several counties and towns in Southwest Virginia have been awarded grants for community projects.Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger announced on Tuesday that $22.7...

Please take note of the City of Norton's schedule in observance of the Columbus Day holiday. City offices will be closed on Monday, Oct. 12. The following collection...

On December 19, 2011, an unusual instrument entered the Wise County Clerk of Circuit Court records: a lease involving an Apollo 14 Moon rock,...

The Federal Land Access Program (FLAP) has awarded the City of Norton several improvements related to the new High Knob Destination Center,...

Dates: Main festival weekend is October 10–11, 2026 (with kickoff events throughout the week of October 5–14).Theme: Celebrating the nation's 250th anniversary with...

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise (UVA Wise) has earned top ranking for affordability and access in the 2027 Niche college rankings,...

MEOC Executive Director Michael Wampler presented Teresa Shoop with the 2026 Mae French Outstanding Older Worker Award during the agency’s annual...

The Wise County second half 2026 Real Estate and the second half 2026 Personal Property tax statements have been mailed. If you own real estate or personal property and...

PENNINGTON GAP, VA – From glowing mini-golf to action-packed laser tag, Appalachian Asenso, LLC in Pennington Gap, VA, offers a number of options to those looking for fun...