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As members of Wise County and Norton, we share your concern about the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic and its impact on our community. We remain cautious but optimistic, and we take heart knowing that our corner of the world is full of strong, generous people that look after each other. And, as each of us know, it is in moments of crisis like this that our community sustains us; we need to connect with each other even if we need to keep our physical distance.

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Pal's location closed after employee's positive virus test

The COVID-19 coronavirus is not fading away. It is bouncing back. There is evidence of a second wave of infections across several sections of the nation. Locally, the...

Soon, Glass Machinery & Excavation Inc. will begin knocking down this dangerous old highwall near the intersection of U.S. 23 and U.S. 58A. Blasting plans and schedules will be announced soon. The work is part of Project Intersection, which will create new industrial park space. JEFF LESTER PHOTO

Industrial park is among ARC grant proposals

Regional industrial parks, a residential sewer project, an opioid addiction program and small business assistance efforts could benefit from...

Job sites, better signal sought

Wise County supervisors voted June 25 to approve zoning decisions that affect job creation and cellular communications. The board approved a request by the county...

No crowding the bars; governor urges caution

Virginia is not ready for crowds jamming into drinking establishments and failing to maintain physical distance, Gov. Ralph Northam announced Tuesday. According to a press...

Yes to traffic signal

Wise County supervisors passed a resolution June 25 urging approval of a traffic safety project at the Hawthorne Drive/U.S. 58A intersection in Norton. It notes that a...

The Raiders line up for socially distanced workouts.

The Raiders take the field for socially distanced summer workouts

NORTON — Just a few weeks ago, the VHSL decided to allow out-of-season workouts to return. Two weeks ago, the Raiders and first year official head...

Derick Wood was serving up some trouble in 2005 as he won the Coalfield Progress Open tennis tournament Men’s A division.

This week in sports history June 29-July 3

1995 Powell Valley High School’s Preston Rose was competing in 250B and 150B classes of the Mega Series, a regional circuit involving 15 events...

VHSL fall schedules for athletics and activities delayed

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The VHSL Executive Committee met in special session Thursday, June 25 for the purpose of discussing the FY2021 Budget and Fall Sports. With the...

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This year’s recipient of The Cheryl Richardson Memorial Scholarship is Lance Walker Collie, a graduate of Central High School.

Chamber of Commerce awards scholarships

In 1993, the Chambers of Commerce of Lee, Scott, and Wise Counties established the Ford C. Quillen Scholarship to honor the dedicated service of...

Day of Giving Back event was a success

SUMMER IS HERE Summer is in full swing, and I’ve seen more people out and about than I had seen in months. I love all the summer activities as I am sure you all do as...

Lunch on the Lawn - July 10

The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park will host its weekly “Lunch on the Lawn” music series Friday, July 10 at 12 p.m., featuring The Childress Girls. The...

KAREN JEAN MASSEY

Karen Jean Massey, 62, of Coeburn, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020 at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, Tennessee. Karen was...

JANET MURRAY MULLINS

Janet Murray Mullins, 72, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 1, 2020 at the Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN. She...

TIMOTHY EDWARD LEE

Timothy Edward (Timmy) Lee, age 60, of St. Paul, VA went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, June 30, 2020 at his residence. Mr. Lee was a lifelong resident of the St....

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FOR SALE– 225 APPLE DRIVE, WISE, VA.

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FOR RENT: 3BR, 1-1/2 BATH CONDOMINIUM

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BLUE COTTAGE FOR RENT, 107 Club Ave., NW, Wise

BLUE COTTAGE FOR RENT, 107 Club Ave., NW, Wise. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, spacious kitchen and living room, with nice (small) yard. Convenient location, within walking distance...

PUBLIC NOTICE APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL A&G Coal Corporation...

PUBLIC NOTICE APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF COAL SURFACE MINE/NPDES PERMIT NO. (1102051/0082051) UNDER CHAPTER 19 TITLE 45.1 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA PUBLICATION...

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Title: Lee and Wise County Outdoor...

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS Title: Lee and Wise County Outdoor Recreation Access Issuing Organizaton: Friends of Southwest Virginia Issue Date: July 3, 2020 Close Date:...

PUBLIC NOTICE APPLICATION FOR COAL SURFACE MINING/NPDES PERMIT...

PUBLIC NOTICE APPLICATION FOR COAL SURFACE MINING/NPDES PERMIT UNDER CHAPTER 19 TITLE 45.1 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIA Application Number 1010916 Publication Number...

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