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    Left to right --- Natasha Belcher, Jan Thompson, HOF member Robin Dotson, and Hannah Light Cress.

    Three SWVA natives inducted into VHSL Hall of Fame

    Three Southwest Virginia natives were induced into the Virginia High School Hall of Fame,...

    Three SWVA natives inducted into VHSL Hall of Fame
    Three Southwest Virginia natives were induced into the Virginia High School Hall of Fame,...

    Environmental Learning Center

    Wetlands Estonoa is a student-led service learning project owned by the Town of St. Paul and...

    Environmental Learning Center
    Wetlands Estonoa is a student-led service learning project owned by the Town of St. Paul and...

    Another Jeep Jam for the books: Fantastic turno...

    Another successful Jeep Jam is in the books! We had a fantastic turnout this Saturday with more...

    Another Jeep Jam for the books: Fantastic turno...
    Another successful Jeep Jam is in the books! We had a fantastic turnout this Saturday with more...
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTO

Central girls basketball coach Robin Dotson, center, holds a plaque that bears his name and notes the naming of the gym at Central being named the Robin Dotson Gymnasium. Dotson, was recently named as the Virginia John Wooden Legacy Award, presented annually by the National High School Basketball Coaches Association.

    Central’s Dotson named Virginia’s Girls Basketb...

    Central girls basketball coach Robin Dotson has been named as the John Wooden Legacy Award,...

    Central’s Dotson named Virginia’s Girls Basketb...
    Central girls basketball coach Robin Dotson has been named as the John Wooden Legacy Award,...

    MECC hosts “Appalachian Mountains Tribute” exhi...

    BIG STONE GAP, VA — Mountain Empire Community College is currently hosting “Appalachian Mountains...

    MECC hosts “Appalachian Mountains Tribute” exhi...
    BIG STONE GAP, VA — Mountain Empire Community College is currently hosting “Appalachian Mountains...
    Photo Courtesy of Suburban Propane and Speedway Motor Sports

    Norton resident George Bevins waves starting fl...

    Norton resident and Suburban Propane Customer Service Center Manager George Bevins was honored...

    Norton resident George Bevins waves starting fl...
    Norton resident and Suburban Propane Customer Service Center Manager George Bevins was honored...

    Norton City School Board celebrates student exc...

    The Norton City School Board formally recognized our exceptional students during the April 13...

    Norton City School Board celebrates student exc...
    The Norton City School Board formally recognized our exceptional students during the April 13...
    Twelve in a row! 
Congratulations to the Eastside High School Theatre (One-Act) team for their historic victory in the VHSL Class 1 One Act State Championship on December 5, 2025. This achievement was celebrated, along with the team members and sponsors, at the Wise County Public School Board meeting on Monday, April 13th. The entire Eastside Spartan family applauds this incredible dynasty and its remarkable dedication.

    Eastside students recognized by school board

    Eastside students recognized by school board
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    Wise County Treasurer reports $3M shortfall, board debates SRO...
    April 13, 2026
    The Wise County Board of Supervisors' regular session on the evening of Thursday, April 9, 2026, was attended by a large group of concerned citizens. Following several...
    Lonesome Pine Regional Library Launches New Mobile App, Offering...
    April 11, 2026
    Lonesome Pine Regional Library (LPRL) has released a new mobile app designed to significantly improve patrons’ experience with the library,...
    News
    Left to right --- Natasha Belcher, Jan Thompson, HOF member Robin Dotson, and Hannah Light Cress. Three SWVA natives inducted into VHSL Hall of Fame
    April 21, 2026
    Three Southwest Virginia natives were induced into the Virginia High School Hall of Fame, presented by the VHSL and VAcorp. They were among 11 new...
    Environmental Learning Center
    April 21, 2026
    Wetlands Estonoa is a student-led service learning project owned by the Town of St. Paul and managed by high school students (Team Estonoa), the...
    City real estate taxes due May 15
    April 21, 2026
    The City of Norton's 2026 first half real estate taxes are due on May 15th.A penalty will be assessed beginning May 18th if payment is not received by the due date.Interest...
    Sports
    NICK MARSHALL PHOTO

Central girls basketball coach Robin Dotson, center, holds a plaque that bears his name and notes the naming of the gym at Central being named the Robin Dotson Gymnasium. Dotson, was recently named as the Virginia John Wooden Legacy Award, presented annually by the National High School Basketball Coaches Association. Central’s Dotson named Virginia’s Girls Basketball John Wooden...
    April 20, 2026
    Central girls basketball coach Robin Dotson has been named as the John Wooden Legacy Award, presented annually by the National High School...
    High-scoring contest ends early: Central falls to Elder, 17-5
    April 20, 2026
    KINGSPORT, Tenn. — Central dropped a high-scoring contest Saturday, falling to Elder (Ohio) 17–5 in five innings at Hunter Wright Stadium.The Warriors (6–4) jumped out to...
    Ridgeview battles back to take win over Lady Trojans
    April 20, 2026
    BRISTOL – Bella Viers has been strong in the circle all season long. Her biggest win for Ridgeview came Friday night. Viers shut down a bases-loaded, potential game-winning...
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    Phil Meeks was the program presenter for the meeting. Town and Country Garden Club : April Minutes
    April 17, 2026
    April 14, 2026 The April meeting of Town and Country Garden Club was held at Wise Baptist Church with Henrietta Dotson and Patsy Stephens serving...
    Naturalist Niche, community open house, Best Friend Festival is...
    April 17, 2026
    Do you have community news or an event you would like to appear in this column? Please contact Myra at mmyra9639@gmail.comNATURALIST NICHEWe’re...
    VA-KY District Fair Announces Expanded Arts & Crafts Exhibit with...
    April 17, 2026
    WISE, VA — The Virginia-Kentucky District Fair is proud to announce an expanded Arts & Crafts Exhibit for the 2026 fair, made possible through a new partnership with...
    Obituaries
    BRADLEY MACARTHUR GOODNOUGH
    April 16, 2026
    Bradley MacArthur Goodnough, 81, of Culpeper, passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at his residence. He was born July 31, 1944, to the late Charles Hugh Goodnough and...
    RUTH PRATER BRUCE
    April 9, 2026
    Ruth Prater Bruce, 89, passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at Bristol Regional Medical Center in Bristol, Tennessee.She attended Wise First Church...
    WILLIAM "BILL" RAY NEWMAN
    April 6, 2026
    William “Bill” Ray Newman, 91, passed away on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in Leonardtown, Maryland, where he had been residing with his daughter,...
    Printed Paper Online
    April 21, 2026

    Classifieds
    FOR RENT - 1BR APARTMENT located in Wise.
    April 16, 2026
    FOR RENT - 1BR APARTMENT located in Wise. Water, garbage and sewer included. ABSOLUTE-LY NO PETS AND NO SMOKING. (276)337-1171 or (276)393-0905. 4-17-26-tfn
    FOR RENT - CASTLEWOOD, VA. Gorgeous 2BR, 1BTH Brick Home.
    April 13, 2026
    FOR RENT - CASTLEWOOD, VA. Gorgeous 2BR, 1BTH Brick Home. Heat pump, updated bath, new gutters, freshly painted. New light fixtures, all new appliances, refinished hardwood...
    FOR RENT - 5 ROOM HOUSE
    April 9, 2026
    FOR RENT - 5 ROOM HOUSE, 2BR, 1BTH. Washer, dryer, heat pump. Between Coeburn and Wise, about 2 miles passed UVA. 276-328-6288. 4-10-4t s4-21
    Legals
    TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 1509 WILDCAT ROAD, BIG STONE GAP, VA 24219
    April 20, 2026
    TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 1509 WILDCAT ROADBIG STONE GAP, VA 24219    In execution of a certain Deed of Trust dated May 19, 2021, in the original principal amount of $74,400.00...
    PUBLIC HEARING - Partial street closure of Tacoma Ave
    April 16, 2026
    PUBLIC NOTICE     The Wise Town Council will conduct a public hearing on Tuesday  April 28, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers of the Wise Municipal Building at 501 West...
    Application for Bond Release - A&G Coal Corporation - PUBLICATION...
    April 16, 2026
    Public NoticeApplication for Bond ReleaseUnder Chapter 19 Title 45.2Code of VirginiaPUBLICATION NUMBER: 13-JRJ-25APPLICATION NUMBER: 1011820     A&G Coal Corporation  ...
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