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    Magic of a snowy landscape

    Snow has a way of transforming the whole world into a magical, quiet scene, often referred to as...

    Magic of a snowy landscape
    Snow has a way of transforming the whole world into a magical, quiet scene, often referred to as...
    MARK ROBERTSON-BAKER PHOTOS 

UVA Wise big man Evan Ramsey (33) puts up a shot in Saturday's action against Anderson. Ramsey finished with game with 15 points and nine rebounds.

    UVA Wise men shock No. 4 Anderson in historic v...

    WISE – UVA Wise men’s basketball coach Blake Mellinger has been at the helm of the Cavaliers...

    UVA Wise men shock No. 4 Anderson in historic v...
    WISE – UVA Wise men’s basketball coach Blake Mellinger has been at the helm of the Cavaliers...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS

Central's London Horne looks to work in a shot against Gate City's Kaden's Houseright (00) in Friday's M7 action. 

    Central edges Gate City in OT thriller as Haye...

    GATE CITY – Central did not lead its game with Gate City in the entire second half. But the...

    Central edges Gate City in OT thriller as Haye...
    GATE CITY – Central did not lead its game with Gate City in the entire second half. But the...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS

Central's Kaelyn Dales (10) scored 10 points in the Lady Warriors over Gate City Friday in Mountain 7 District action. 

    Central defense dominates Gate City, Moore pace...

    GATE CITY — Wise Central delivered a dominant defensive performance Friday night, stifling Gate...

    Central defense dominates Gate City, Moore pace...
    GATE CITY — Wise Central delivered a dominant defensive performance Friday night, stifling Gate...
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Union's Katelynn Witt is recognized by her teammates Wednesday after she became the sixth Lady Bear in school history to top the 1,000-point career mark. 

    Witt reaches 1,000 points, Tigers pick up non-d...

    BIG STONE GAP – On a night when Union junior Katelynn Witt who became the seventh player in...

    Witt reaches 1,000 points, Tigers pick up non-d...
    BIG STONE GAP – On a night when Union junior Katelynn Witt who became the seventh player in...

    Town of Wise installs new gateway signage to we...

    Wise, VA — The Town of Wise is proud to announce the installation of new gateway signage designed...

    Town of Wise installs new gateway signage to we...
    Wise, VA — The Town of Wise is proud to announce the installation of new gateway signage designed...
    A memorial skateboard honoring Tyler Flanary, who passed away in 2018, has been placed within the park.

    Big Stone Gap’s new bike and skate park: A Last...

    Have you had a chance to visit the new bike and skate park in Big Stone Gap? It is rapidly...

    Big Stone Gap’s new bike and skate park: A Last...
    Have you had a chance to visit the new bike and skate park in Big Stone Gap? It is rapidly...
    The expansion is funded through the support and partnership of the Virginia Opioid Abatement Authority (VOAA). VOAA Chair Virginia State Sen. Todd Pillion of Virginia’s Sixth District presented a check for nearly $1 million to fund the program expansion.

    Ballad Health expands addiction services progra...

    NORTON, Va. – Ballad Health leaders announced plans to open a second comprehensive addiction...

    Ballad Health expands addiction services progra...
    NORTON, Va. – Ballad Health leaders announced plans to open a second comprehensive addiction...
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    Wise County residents blast school board's handling of abuse cases;...
    January 15, 2026
    More than forty citizens were present for the regular meeting of the Wise County School Board, and eight spoke about incidents of child sexual grooming and abuse by school...
    Supervisors meeting: Citizens blast budget and property tax hikes
    January 13, 2026
    There was a crowd of about 50 citizens attending the Wise County Board of Supervisors regular meeting on Thursday, Jan. 8, many of whom had a lot to say. The two items of...
    News
    Magic of a snowy landscape
    January 21, 2026
    Snow has a way of transforming the whole world into a magical, quiet scene, often referred to as a winter wonderland. It wraps everything in a...
    Joseph Walters to lead VADOC as Dotson ends successful two-year term
    January 21, 2026
    Chad Dotson has stepped down as the Virginia Department of Corrections (VADOC) Director, concluding his two-year term, which began with his appointment in September 2023....
    Big Stone Gap selected for ‘Round the Mountain Community Regional...
    January 21, 2026
    ABINGDON, Va. – The ‘Round the Mountain Artisan Network is pleased to announce that the Town of Big Stone Gap, Virginia, has been selected for its Community Regional Mural...
    Sports
    MARK ROBERTSON-BAKER PHOTOS 

UVA Wise big man Evan Ramsey (33) puts up a shot in Saturday's action against Anderson. Ramsey finished with game with 15 points and nine rebounds. UVA Wise men shock No. 4 Anderson in historic victory, women also...
    January 21, 2026
    WISE – UVA Wise men’s basketball coach Blake Mellinger has been at the helm of the Cavaliers program for more than a decade and he has seen some...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS

Central's London Horne looks to work in a shot against Gate City's Kaden's Houseright (00) in Friday's M7 action.  Central edges Gate City in OT thriller as Hayes drops 40 and hits...
    January 21, 2026
    GATE CITY – Central did not lead its game with Gate City in the entire second half. But the Warriors still came away with a key Mountain 7 District...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS

Central's Kaelyn Dales (10) scored 10 points in the Lady Warriors over Gate City Friday in Mountain 7 District action.  Central defense dominates Gate City, Moore paces Lady Warriors with 16
    January 21, 2026
    GATE CITY — Wise Central delivered a dominant defensive performance Friday night, stifling Gate City for a 42–22 Mountain 7 District victory inside...
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    Homespun
    Give Kids A Smile Day: February 17 – A partnership with MECC
    January 21, 2026
    Every child deserves a healthy smile, and on February 17, The Health Wagon is partnering with Mountain Empire Community College (MECC) to make it happen! St. Mary’s Health...
    Now enrolling for Early Childhood Academy!
    January 16, 2026
    Early Childhood Academy is for families of young children (birth through age six) with disabilities & developmental delays. You are your child’s first and most...
    Guiding Good Choices Parenting Program Winter Registration Open
    January 16, 2026
    Register now for this evidenced-based program that strengthens family connection and builds pre-teen and teen resilienceBristol, Tennessee/Virginia - Register today for the...
    Obituaries
    THREVA BOGGS
    January 12, 2026
    Threva Lorena (Osborne) Boggs, passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 9, 2026. Threva was of the Pentecostal faith and spent her last good...
    LARRY KENNETH REEVES
    January 8, 2026
         Wise, VA - Larry Kenneth Reeves, 75, passed away on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at Norton Community Hospital, Norton, VA.  Larry lived most of...
    MARY PLASTER
    January 8, 2026
    Mary Elizabeth Nixon Plaster, 101, of Coeburn, VA, entered into rest, Monday, January 5, 2026 at her home with her family by her side. She was born...
    Printed Paper Online
    January 20, 2026

    Classifieds
    FOR RENT - NORTON HEIGHTS APARTMENTS now taking applications for...
    January 19, 2026
    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...
    HELP WANTED - COUNTY OF LEE, VIRGINIA - COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
    January 12, 2026
    HELP WANTED - COUNTY OF LEE, VIRGINIA - COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR    The Lee County Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for the position of County Administrator. ...
    Legals
    Wise Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on Thursday,...
    January 19, 2026
    PUBLIC NOTICE     The Wise Planning Commission will conduct public hearings on Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 6:00 pm in Council Chambers of the Wise Municipal Building at...
    PUBLIC NOTICE OF SURFACE MINING BLASTING SCHEDULE - Iron Mountain...
    January 19, 2026
    PUBLIC NOTICE OF SURFACE MINING BLASTING SCHEDULE   In compliance with Section 4 VAC 25-130-816.64 in Chapter 19 of the Virginia Coal Surface Mining Reclamation...
    PUBLIC NOTICE - The City of Norton Board of Zoning Appeals
    January 12, 2026
    PUBLIC NOTICE    The City of Norton Board of Zoning Appeals has received the following application:    Appeal Number 2026-01-01, David and Deborah Sloce of 237 9th Street,...
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