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From first FAA approved flight in Wise to the Smithsonian Air & Space Museum in Washington
Credit: Tim Cox and Paula Hill-Collins

From Wise County’s first medical drone flight to the next frontier

November 3, 2026

Wise County has seen healthcare arrive in unexpected ways, and those moments point to a larger story: the Health Wagon has used emerging technology...

Nov. 10, deadline to pay county taxes

November 1, 2026

The deadline to pay the second half of Wise County 2026 Real Estate and 2026 Personal Property taxes is November 10, 2026. If not paid or postmarked on or before November...

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James Wardell named 2026 recipient of William P. Kanto Memorial Award

November 8, 2026

James “Jim” Wardell, a longtime educator, musician and community leader, has been named the 2026 recipient of the William P. Kanto Memorial Award...

Local Election Results: Council and Mayor races decided across City...

November 8, 2026

CITY Voter turnout in the city was 41%, with 1,077 votes cast. Joseph Fawbush and Stacy Salyers were re-elected to Norton City Council, and George “Skipper” Dorton won the...

Best Active Surface Mine winner was Ramaco Resources Land Holdings LLC, Big Creek Surface Mine. Ramaco employees Jason Hess, Tony Honaker, James Pennington and Josh Blevins are pictured with Cody Mumpower, Congressman Morgan Griffith’s office; Barbara Altizer, MCPA; and Randy Moore and Jody Collins, Virginia Energy.

MCPA, Virginia Energy recognize Virginia Coal Industry Excellence...

November 8, 2026

LEBANON, VA – Outstanding achievements in the Virginia coal industry were recognized Thursday, October 29 during the annual Metallurgical Coal...

Eastside's Zoe Sartin goes up at the net for the kill during Wednesday's Region 1D quarterfinal match.

Eastside survives five-set thriller against Rural Retreat

November 8, 2026

COEBURN – Eastside hosted Rural Retreat in the Region 1D Volleyball Tournament on Wednesday night, and the two teams delivered one of the most...

A perfect 13-0: Young Raiders carry on Burton football tradition

November 8, 2026

Thirteen games. Thirteen wins. And for John I. Burton's junior varsity football team, just eight points allowed all season.Burton's middle school...

Central, Ridgeview advance, Union falls in Region 2D volleyball...

November 8, 2026

NORTON – Central used a balanced attack Wednesday to take a convincing 3-0 (25-23, 25-13, 25-10) win over Southern Gap in the Region 2D quarterfinals. With the win, Central...

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What’s going on? Veterans Day Rally at Country Cabin, Halloween...

November 6, 2026

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

Operation Christmas Child Drop-off locations open November 16-23

November 6, 2026

Volunteers are preparing to collect Operation Christmas Child shoebox gifts during National Collection Week, Nov. 16 – 23. Nearly 5,000 drop-off...

Local high schooler selected for environmental leadership program

November 6, 2026

Keep Virginia Beautiful has accepted 42 teens across Virginia to participate in its Student Ambassadors for Virginia’s Environment (SAVE) program, including a student from...

October 15, 2026

Thea Ann Smith, age 71, of Norton, Virginia, passed away on Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Johnson City Medical Center. She was born in Jenkins,...

JOHN MICHAEL "MIKE" BROWN

October 15, 2026

John Michael “Mike” Brown, 75, of Norton passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2026.Mike was born at Park Avenue Hospital in Norton to the late...

JIMMIE D VANOVER

October 12, 2026

CLINTWOOD, VA – Jimmie D Vanover, 83, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Friday October 9, 2026 from her...

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November 6, 2026

MOBILE HOME FOR RENT - 12X65, 2BR, 1BTH.

November 5, 2026

MOBILE HOME FOR RENT - 12X65, 2BR, 1BTH. Private lot. No pets. Wise area. Deposit required, 12 month lease. No HUD. 276-393-1293. 11-6-3t s11-13

FOR RENT - NORTON HEIGHTS APARTMENTS now taking applications for...

November 2, 2026

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

FOR SALE - GORGEOUS PRIVATE PROPERTY LAND FOR SALE, BIG STONE GAP

November 2, 2026

FOR SALE - GORGEOUS PRIVATE PROPERTY LAND FOR SALE, 195 Boyd Drive, Big Stone Gap. .568 acres. Asking $19.500. 276-325-1133, text and phone. 11-3-2t s11-6

SPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE - Estate of Sarah Sue...

November 5, 2026

ADVERTISEMENT OF SALESPECIAL COMMISSIONER’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE Pursuant to and by virtue of a decree of the Circuit Court of the County of Wise, Virginia, made and...

Trustee's Sale - 250 Fannon Wade Dr, Big Stone Gap, VA 24219

November 5, 2026

Trustee's Sale250 Fannon Wade Dr Big Stone Gap, VA 24219 (Parcel ID: 17B-(3)-BK3,5-8,5A-8A) Default having been made in the terms of a certain Deed of Trust dated...

ABC LICENSE - Wrangler Grill LLC

November 5, 2026

ABC LICENSE Wrangler Grill LLC, trading as Wrangler Grill LLC, 16622 Broad Street, St. Paul, VA 24283, Wise County, is applying to the VIRGINIA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE...

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