Coalfield Progress

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...

WHAT CAN THE CITY LEGALLY DO?

October 23, 2026

Zoning authority and religious freedom both shape the proposed center’s next stepsThe question facing Norton officials is whether the specific activities proposed for 702...

October 27, 2026

The City of Norton hosted a festive Halloween Bash on Saturday, bringing together children, families, and community members from across the...

Housing insecurity among older adults in Southwest Virginia

October 27, 2026

Homelessness and housing insecurity take different forms in Southwest Virginia, where older adults face rising costs, deteriorating homes and a shortage of affordable...

Halloween in Rural America: Back when tricks came before treats

October 27, 2026

From Appalachian haints to Midwestern farm pranks, rural America had its own ways of celebrating Halloween.There was a time in rural America when...

The Lee High offense, left, and Central defensive lines ready for the next play during Friday's Mountain 7 District contest.

Generals defeat Central in key Mountain 7 contest

October 27, 2026

BEN HUR, Va. — Lee used a balanced rushing attack and took advantage of Central's miscues to sneak away with a 14-13 win Friday at Five Star...

Ridgeview's Xander Wallace (1) looks to clear the way for the Wolfpack's Landon Yates in Friday's game at Abingdon.

Wolfpack sets tone early in Mountain 7 win over Abingdon

October 27, 2026

ABINGDON – Ridgeview coach Kent Grant was an All-America defensive player at UVA Wise. He smiled a little when learning that his defense held...

Ridgeview's Kinsley Yates (10) sends the ball over the net in Thursday's match with the John Battle Lady Trojans.

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AROUND THE AREA

October 27, 2026

FOOTBALL J.I. Burton 50, Castlewood 13The Raiders did all the talking they needed to do in the first half Friday with a big Cumberland District win...

Mountain Empire Older Citizens

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What’s going on? Kiwanis spaghetti dinner, breakfast buffet, Stars...

October 23, 2026

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

6th Annual Chili Chili Bang Bang Chili Cook-Off!

October 23, 2026

Support the Lyric Theater in St. Paul at one of the town’s tastiest annual traditions!• When: Saturday, November 7, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM• Where: St. Paul Farmers...

New books by some of your favorite authors : October 23

October 23, 2026

They Say a Girl Died Here by Sarah PinboroughAfter moving to the struggling rural town of Harper’s Creek, college dropout Anna Maybourne feels...

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 27, 2026

FOR SALE - TWO CEMETERY PLOTS IN POWELL VALLEY MEMORIAL GARDENS....

October 22, 2026

FOR SALE - TWO CEMETERY PLOTS IN POWELL VALLEY MEMORIAL GARDENS. $600 each. 423-416-1580. 10-23-2t s10-27

FOR SALE - TWO CEMETERY PLOTS IN POWELL VALLEY MEMORIAL GARDENS

September 17, 2026

FOR SALE - TWO CEMETERY PLOTS IN POWELL VALLEY MEMORIAL GARDENS. $1000 each. 423-416-1580. 9-18-1t

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...

APPLICATION FOR REVISION - PUBLICATION NUMBER 26SRW917, Red River...

October 8, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICEAPPLICATION FOR REVISION TOCOAL SURFACE MINING/NPDES PERMIT NO. 1101272UNDER CHAPTER 19 TITLE 45.2 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIAPUBLICATION NUMBER...

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VA Housing

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