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    Heartwarming meeting: Ernest T. Bass and Eleanor Thrower at Rural King

Recently, while dressed as Ernest T. Bass for a video, I went to Rural King for dog food. As I got out of my truck, a lovely elderly lady named Eleanor Thrower, who was in a parked SUV with her daughter Katherine, immediately recognized me. I went to her window, and she greeted me with a big smile and said, “Ernest T, how are you?” I replied that I was fine and complemented her. I gave her a photo card, and we briefly chatted about some rocks she had painted. I was so happy to share that moment with Eleanor and her daughter. Always remember to appreciate and spend time with our elders. God Bless.

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    Napoleon Hill Foundation Sponsors Innovative Ne...

    Pound — The Napoleon Hill Foundation is proud to announce its sponsorship of a newly commissioned...

    Napoleon Hill Foundation Sponsors Innovative Ne...
    Pound — The Napoleon Hill Foundation is proud to announce its sponsorship of a newly commissioned...
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    4-H Day at the Capitol: Inspiring future citizens

    The annual 4-H Day at the State Capitol provided a crucial opportunity for our youth to gain...

    4-H Day at the Capitol: Inspiring future citizens
    The annual 4-H Day at the State Capitol provided a crucial opportunity for our youth to gain...

    County Litter Control reports on major cleanup ...

    The Wise County Litter Control Department is proud to report significant progress in our cleanup...

    County Litter Control reports on major cleanup ...
    The Wise County Litter Control Department is proud to report significant progress in our cleanup...
    SAMMY BELCHER PHOTOS

Union's Katelynn WItt splits the Abingdon defenders for a shot attempt in Tuesday's Mountain 7 District game. 

    Union sweeps Abingdon, Witt scores 28 as Bears ...

    BIG STONE GAP–Union High School’s boys and girls basketball teams picked up two victories that...

    Union sweeps Abingdon, Witt scores 28 as Bears ...
    BIG STONE GAP–Union High School’s boys and girls basketball teams picked up two victories that...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTOS 


Central's Kaelyn Dales (10) looks to move the ball inside in Tuesday's game against Lee. 

    Warriors overcome physical Lee defense for dist...

    BEN HUR – It’s tough to out-physical a physical team. A tough Lee General defense controlled...

    Warriors overcome physical Lee defense for dist...
    BEN HUR – It’s tough to out-physical a physical team. A tough Lee General defense controlled...

    Traditional Fusion Piano Trio to play at UVA Wise

    Wise, VA – Cellist and five-time Grammy nominated composer Dave Eggar joins UVA Wise’s own...

    Traditional Fusion Piano Trio to play at UVA Wise
    Wise, VA – Cellist and five-time Grammy nominated composer Dave Eggar joins UVA Wise’s own...

    Home Craft Days vendor and demonstrator applica...

    Mountain Empire Community College is now taking vendor and demonstrator applications for the 55th...

    Home Craft Days vendor and demonstrator applica...
    Mountain Empire Community College is now taking vendor and demonstrator applications for the 55th...
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    featured
    Weather warning issued
    January 23, 2026
    A winter weather warning has been issued for the City of Norton and surrounding areas. The storm is expected to arrive tomorrow afternoon and last through Sunday. We will...
    CITY OF NORTON: DELAYED TRASH PICKUPS EXPECTED DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER
    January 23, 2026
    Please be prepared for delayed trash pickups early next week due to winter weather and expected extreme temperatures.If changes are made to the regular trash pickup...
    News
    Weather warning issued
    January 23, 2026
    A winter weather warning has been issued for the City of Norton and surrounding areas. The storm is expected to arrive tomorrow afternoon and last through Sunday. We will...
    CITY OF NORTON: DELAYED TRASH PICKUPS EXPECTED DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER
    January 23, 2026
    Please be prepared for delayed trash pickups early next week due to winter weather and expected extreme temperatures.If changes are made to the regular trash pickup...
    Extend the Warmth: Donate a jacket, get a free meal
    January 22, 2026
    The Cluck Truck crew is excited to announce the launch of our 3rd Annual Jacket Drive!Due to a slight logistical delay, we've extended the drive, and you can now...
    Sports
    SAMMY BELCHER PHOTOS

Union's Katelynn WItt splits the Abingdon defenders for a shot attempt in Tuesday's Mountain 7 District game.  Union sweeps Abingdon, Witt scores 28 as Bears tighten district race
    January 22, 2026
    BIG STONE GAP–Union High School’s boys and girls basketball teams picked up two victories that will tighten the Mountain 7 District standings...
    Lady Raiders bounce back with district win over Thomas Walker
    January 22, 2026
    NORTON – After a couple of tough weeks, the J.I. Burton Lady Raiders got back on the winning side of the ledger Tuesday with a 49-39 Cumberland District win over Thomas...
    Lady Spartans dominate Castlewood behind Stanley's 31 points
    January 22, 2026
    COEBURN — The Eastside Lady Spartans set the tone early and never let up, forcing 34 turnovers in a 61-27 Cumberland District rout of Tuesday. “Coming into the game we...
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    Homespun
    Extend the Warmth: Donate a jacket, get a free meal
    January 22, 2026
    The Cluck Truck crew is excited to announce the launch of our 3rd Annual Jacket Drive!Due to a slight logistical delay, we've extended the drive, and you can now...
    Focus on Iris for springtime blooms
    January 22, 2026
    As you make a springtime “to do” list — maybe on cold or snowy January days — your list could include one which is on mine: renovating beds of Iris...
    AHH Babies Breastfeeding Support Group Meetups
    January 22, 2026
    Bristol - Appalachian Highlands Healthy Babies - or AHH Babies - announces its 2026 meetup times and locations to help parents who are anxious to know if breastfeeding is...
    Obituaries
    DARRELL EDWARD JACKSON
    January 22, 2026
    Darrel Edward Jackson, affectionately known as “Big Cookie”, passed away in Nashville, TN on January 22, 2026, after a short illness.  He was...
    TERESA MITCHELL
    January 22, 2026
    Teresa Mitchell, a devoted sister, cherished aunt, and a cornerstone of the Mitchell family, passed away Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at Corbin Baptist Hospital at the age of...
    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...
    Printed Paper Online
    January 23, 2026

    Classifieds
    E FOR SALE - 207 Railroad Avenue, Appalachia
    January 22, 2026
    HOUSE FOR SALE - 207 Railroad Avenue, Appalachia. 3BR, 1BTH, single story. Call 276-701-6203. 1-23-2t s1-30
    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
    LEGAL NOTICE - 1996 Honda Accord
    January 22, 2026
    LEGAL NOTICE   Notice is hereby given that a public sale will be held at 3:00 p.m. on January 30, 2026 at Miners Exchange Bank located at 483 Front Street in Coeburn,...
    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...
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