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Two-alarm commercial fire engulfs Reno’s

February 24, 2026

Crews battle blazing infernoWISE, VA – Fire crews from Wise Fire and Rescue battled a severe two-alarm commercial structure fire at Reno’s Friday...

Community rallies for Reno's employees: GoodTimes Pizza initiative...

February 23, 2026

We are truly overwhelmed by the incredible outpouring of support for the Reno's Pizza initiative! We've seen customers drive two to three hours...

Virginia Primary election date moves to August 4, eliminating June...

February 26, 2026

RICHMOND, VA – Primary elections for all offices appearing on the 2026 November General Election ballot will be held on Aug. 4, 2026. There will be no primary elections...

Food City opens new Gas ‘N Go Express in Coeburn

February 26, 2026

Food City celebrated the ribbon cutting for its new Gas ‘N Go Express Convenience Store in Coeburn, VA, on Wednesday, February 25th at 10:00 a.m....

A ceremonial check representing a VCEDA $312,500 Coalfield Jobs Investment Project grant to VFP, Inc. was presented at the fall announcement on the VFP expansion project. Pictured, from left, are VFP, Inc. President and CEO Scott File; VFP Inc. Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer Steve Jones; VCEDA Executive Director/General Counsel Jonathan Belcher; Scott County EDA Chairman Roger Fraysier; and Scott County EDA Executive Director John Kilgore.

VCEDA closes grant to support VFP $35 million expansion,...

February 26, 2026

DUFFIELD, VA – The Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority (VCEDA) has recently closed an up to $312,500 grant from its Coalfield Jobs...

Eastside dominates Twin Valley 86-45, advances to regional...

February 26, 2026

COEBURN — Eastside left little doubt Tuesday night, cruising past Twin Valley 86–45 in the quarterfinals of the Region 1D boys basketball playoffs. From the opening tip,...

Marion's Kyra Mullins, defends against a shot from Central's Brylee Mosier in Wednesday's Region 2D tournament action.

Central Lady Warriors dominate Marion, set up regional showdown...

February 26, 2026

NORTON – It was all about the team for the Central Lady Warriors on Wednesday.Central coach Robin Dotson played all 11 of his players on the roster...

Union's Kam Bostic lays up a shot for the Bears in Tuesday's regional quarterfinal game against the Richlands Blue Tornado.

Union triumphs over Richlands, advances to regional semifinals...

February 26, 2026

BIG STONE GAP – The senior duo of Braxton Bunch and Carlos Anderson supplied the offensive firepower while sophomore Rayvon Jones spearheaded a...

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February 26, 2026

The Crossroads by C. J. BoxMarybeth Pickett receives a call she has always feared: her husband Joe has been critically wounded by a gunshot to the...

Girls track team off to state competitions, auction March 7,...

February 26, 2026

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

Off to state competitions, Graybeal award, Suthers Lodge community...

February 20, 2026

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

D. MICHAEL DONATHAN

February 23, 2026

D. Michael Donathan, 87, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his home in Wise.He was Professor of Music and Chair of the Department of...

February 23, 2026

Jerious Hansford Clark (Jerico), 75, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Norton Community Hospital with his family...

RALPH "REX" PAYNE

February 23, 2026

Ralph “Rex” Payne, 91, took his last breath on earth and his first breath in heaven on Friday, February 20, 2026. He passed away at Holston Valley...

Printed Paper Online

February 27, 2026

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITS - TOWN OF WISE - Human Resources...

February 19, 2026

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITSTOWN OF WISE The Town of Wise is accepting applications for the position of Human Resources Administrator. This is an exempt,...

HOUSE FOR SALE - 207 Railroad Avenue, Appalachia

January 22, 2026

HOUSE FOR SALE - 207 Railroad Avenue, Appalachia. 3BR, 1BTH, single story. Call 276-701-6203. 2-6-4t s2-27

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...

CITY OF NORTON, VIRGINIA v DANNY LYNN PAGE, DECEASED

February 26, 2026

VIRGINIA:IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WISE COUNTY/CITY OF NORTON CITY OF NORTON, VIRGINIA COMPLAINANTV.CIVIL ACTION NUMBER: CL23-1073DANNY LYNN PAGE, DECEASED, ET...

Wise County Board of Supervisors - Hearing to receive public...

February 26, 2026

NOTICE The Wise County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm in the School Board Education Center located on Lake Street...

APPLICATION FOR RENEWAL OF NPDES PERMIT - PUBLICATION NUMBER:...

February 26, 2026

PUBLIC NOTICEAPPLICATION FORRENEWAL OF NPDES PERMIT NO. 1101917/0081917UNDER CHAPTER 19 TITLE 45.2 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIAPUBLICATION NUMBER:26-BLG-01APPLICATION NUMBER:...

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Dear Valued Readers,

January 27, 2026

Please be advised that the delivery of the Tuesday, Jan. 27th print edition of the Coalfield Progress will be delayed due to weather-related issues experienced by our...

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