(Richmond, Va.) — Today the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) announced that Virginia will make third doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines available for moderately and severely immunocompromised Virginians, starting as early as August 14. This move comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its vaccination […]
The Patton Logistics Group to invest $11 million to expand trucking, logistics, and warehousing operation RICHMOND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced that The Patton Logistics Group will invest $11 million to expand its trucking, logistics, and warehousing operation in the New River Valley Commerce Park in Pulaski County. The company will […]
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Students, teachers and staff at public and private K-12 schools must wear a mask while indoors under a new public health order Democratic Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam’s administration issued Thursday. The move came after a handful of school districts in recent days decided to buck the […]
On Aug. 12 Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office Deputies along with the United States Marshalls attempted warrant service on David Frank Dowdy, 28 years old from Creek Rd. in Parrott. Dowdy was wanted for multiple charges from Pulaski County including two counts of failure to appear, two counts of Possession of […]
Due to limited staffing and not being able to operate safely, Randolph Park pool will be closed today, Thursday, August 12th. Unfortunately, today was scheduled to be our last day of operation. Randolph Park pool is now closed for the season. Shay Dunnigan Pulaski County Parks & Activities Coordinator
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – On Thursday, August 5, 2021, Governor Northam reminded Virginia’s public schools that Virginia law (Bill Tracking – 2021 session > Legislation (virginia.gov)) requires school boards to implement in-person instruction in the 2021-2022 school year in a manner that adheres, to the maximum extent practicable, to any applicable federal […]
September 3 and 4. Loving Field. The first annual Smilin’ Jack Akers truck, car and tractor show sponsored by Andy Cullip and Charles Bopp. No admission fee; $10 flat entry fee for vehicles. Donations will be accepted also. Amelia Jones will be serving up hot dogs. We hope to see […]
LewisGale Hospital Pulaski has hired Kevin Garner, RN, as chief nursing officer for the 147-bed acute-care medical and surgical facility. He will be responsible for all nursing services. “Kevin’s diverse background, compassion for patients, and commitment to high-quality care will allow us to continue reaching new heights in clinical excellence,” […]
VIRTUAL AND HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS: Information regarding School Nutrition Meals for Virtual & Home Schooled Students Meals must be ordered in advance for Virtual or Home Schooled Students Meal Pickup will be available at ALL Pulaski County Schools beginning August 18th, 2021 Orders may be placed by phone or email: […]
There have been some adjustments made to Friday’s Cougar Football Cougar Pride Kickoff Day. Below are the details. There is no admission charge to the scrimmage and the concession stand will be open. All scrimmage action will take place on Joel Hicks Field at Kenneth Dobson Stadium. Friday 08/13/21 Varsity […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — With a robust vote after weeks of fits and starts, the Senate approved a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan on Tuesday, a r are coalition of Democrats and Republicans joining to overcome skeptics and deliver a cornerstone of President Joe Biden’s agenda. The 69-30 tally provides momentum […]
NEW YORK (AP) — Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned over a barrage of sexual harassment allegations Tuesday in a fall from grace a year after he was widely hailed nationally for his detailed daily briefings and leadership during the darkest days of COVID-19. The three-term governor’s decision, which will take effect […]