WISE — There was a larger than usual crowd when the Wise Town Council met Tuesday, August 26, for its regular monthly session. More than 30 citizens attended, many in...

One of the healthiest signs of a strong community is when citizens and leaders come together — not only in moments of celebration, but also in times of debate.In every...

At its best, a community newspaper is both a mirror and a watchdog. We reflect the life of the community back to itself, and we keep watch over the institutions, policies,...

Those indicted Aug. 20 by a Wise County grand jury include:DALLAS CRAIG HALE, 51241 VA AVENUE NW, NORTON – ONE COUNT POSSESSION OF A SCHEDULE I OR II CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE,...

Recommended projects include:Wise County• $1,882,068 – Wise County Veterinary Clinic & Outreach Center - Construction of a 4,200 sq. ft. nonprofit clinic providing...

On August 21 Wise County Sheriff’s Deputies attempted to stop a silver Porsche being driven recklessly by a wanted suspect in the Cold Springs Drive area of Appalachia. The...

On August 20, 2025, the Grand Jury for Wise County and the City of Norton issued multiple indictments stemming from a May 2, 2025 attack at Wallens Ridge State Prison. Six...

The Wise County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Wise County School System employee following a complaint received on August 19 of inappropriate...

More than 70 employees of Wellmore Energy Company will be laid off in the fall after a series of WARN Notices were issued over the summer.The Worker Adjustment and...

The University of Virginia's College at Wise (UVA Wise) is advancing its innovate2elevate iPad initiative through a new partnership with T-Mobile....

MECC Foundation is now offering grants to K-12 teachers in Lee and Wise counties and MECC InstructorsBIG STONE GAP – The MECC Foundation, through a generous grant from the...

What does addiction truly look like in Southwest Virginia, and how can our communities begin the healing process? This is the vital conversation MEOC’s Healthy Families...

Business Appreciation Week has been celebrated by the Commonwealth of Virginia since 1997. The Department of Business Assistance coordinates this...

Wise County Department of Social Services (WCDSS) is committed to providing convenient and accessible services to the community. While traditionally an in-person agency,...