Coalfield Progress

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...

Proposed Islamic center draws strong opposition, calls for...

October 23, 2026

Mayor clarifies city’s role; 13 of 19 public commenters clearly opposed the proposalNORTON, Va. — A proposed Islamic center at the former Bank of America building drew more...

Tammy Bates, representing Wise Youth Sports, surprised Mayor Smith with a tribute plaque to be placed in a dugout at the Little League field at the Wise Sports Complex.

Wise council honors retiring Mayor and approves key resolutions

November 1, 2026

WISE – The regular meeting of the Wise Town Council October 27 opened with a large crowd in attendance, as several groups were honored and...

MECC celebrates 20th class of Professional Leadership Academy

November 1, 2026

BIG STONE GAP, VA –Mountain Empire Community College recently celebrated a significant milestone in its commitment to law enforcement, corrections,...

UVA Wise Chancellor Donna P. Henry presents the college’s Crockett Award to UVA Health’s Dr. Drew Harris at a small ceremony held earlier this month in the chancellor’s office. (Contributed photo)

UVA Health doctor earns top award from College at Wise

November 1, 2026

The University of Virginia’s College at Wise recognized Dr. Drew Harris, assistant dean of continuing medical education at the UVA School of...

Eastside's Lexi Nixon makes a set for the Lady Spartans in Tuesday's Cumberland District semifinal match with Thomas Walker.

Eastside, Rye Cove advance to Cumberland volleyball championship

November 1, 2026

Two familiar foes took Cumberland District volleyball wins Tuesday with Eastside beating Thomas Walker 3-0 (26-24, 25-15, 25-23) and Rye Cove...

Eastside, Union girls, Central’s Wallin, Fletcher, Lady Spartans’...

November 1, 2026

Area teams and individuals had strong performances in regional cross country meets Wednesday at Sugar Hollow Park in Bristol. The Eastside girls won their third straight...

Rylie Slone bumps the ball to the front line for Central in the Lady Warriors Mountain 7 semifinal match against Abingdon on Tuesday.

Ridgeview, Abingdon pick up wins in Mountain 7 volleyball semifinals

November 1, 2026

ABINGDON - Ridgeview and Abingdon picked up wins in the Mountain 7 District volleyball tournament semifinals Tuesday. For the second time in a...

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What’s going on? Kiwanis spaghetti dinner, storefront decorating,...

October 30, 2026

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

Tackle final fall garden jobs in coming days

October 30, 2026

Most house plants go dormant with cooler temperatures and shorter days, resulting in minimal or no growth over the next months. From now until next...

June Tolliver House Vintage Jewelry Sale

October 30, 2026

Stop by the Big Stone Gap Visitor Center on Sunday, November 1 from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. for the June Tolliver House Vintage Jewelry Sale. There will be vintage Avon jewelry...

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...

Printed Paper Online

October 30, 2026

FOR RENT: 2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 bath town house apt in BSG

October 30, 2026

FOR RENT: 2 Bedroom, 1 1/2 bath town house apt in BSG . W&D supplied, with Central H&A. $675 month rent and $675 D& S dep., no pets, one year lease then...

FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITS - TOWN OF WISE - Executive...

October 30, 2026

FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITSTOWN OF WISE The Town of Wise is accepting applications for the position of Executive Secretary to provide clerical and administrative...

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITS TOWN OF WISE FIRE AND RESCUE ...

October 30, 2026

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITSTOWN OF WISE FIRE AND RESCUE SERVICES COORDINATOR The Town of Wise is seeking a qualified individual for the position of Fire and...

TOWN OF COEBURN - NOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARING, TOWN COUNCIL AND...

October 30, 2026

TOWN OF COEBURNNOTICE OF JOINT PUBLIC HEARINGTOWN COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given pursuant to Code of Virginia Section 15.2-2204 that the Town...

TRUSTEE'S SALE - 304 Templeton Street, Appalachia, Virginia 24216

October 26, 2026

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE304 Templeton Street Appalachia, Virginia 24216 In execution of that certain deed of trust in the original principal amount of $67,500.00 dated...

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ROAD ABANDONMENT - ROUTE 814: DINGUS HOLLOW ROAD

October 19, 2026

NOTICE OF PROPOSED ROAD ABANDONMENTROUTE 814: DINGUS HOLLOW ROAD Pursuant to §33.2-909 Code of Virginia, the Wise County Board of Supervisors will consider abandonment...

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