By RODNEY YOUNG Patriot Publishing The Pulaski County boys basketball team seems to have trouble finishing games. That was the case Friday against the visiting Bruins of Blacksburg, losing 56-52 Up 52-50 with 2:10 left the Cougars took a three point shot that missed badly and the Bruins rebounded. The […]
In the first game in seven years between these former ACC rivals, Virginia rallied to defeat Maryland 80-72 at John Paul Jones Arena on Saturday night. Virginiasports.com By Jeff White (jwhite@virginia.edu) VirginiaSports.com CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — More than a decade has passed since Maryland joined the Big Ten, and it’s a new […]
Amani Hansberry records 20-point, 14-rebound double-double in win Hokiesports.com BLACKSBURG – The Virginia Tech men’s basketball team closed out its non-conference slate with a thrilling 82-81 victory over Elon Saturday afternoon on Carilion Clinic Court. Tech trailed by as many as 19 points in the first half and rallied to force […]
4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 19 Situation Nearly 2,000 field personnel are working across Appalachian Power’s (APCo) service area on Friday to restore power to customers impacted by an overnight storm system that brought heavy rain and strong wind gusts. At the peak, approximately 53,100 customers in APCo’s three-state territory […]
On December 8, 2025, William Terrill Hurt III, age 56, of Elliston was sentenced to a 25-year prison sentence for: Object sexual penetration Aggravated sexual battery Indecent Liberties with a child by custodian Indecent liberties with a child Child endangerment Child abuse and neglect This sentence is the result of […]
Statewide “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign features increased patrols and sobriety checkpoints RICHMOND, VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced enhanced holiday DUI enforcement as part of Virginia’s “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, reminding Virginians to plan for a safe ride home if their holiday plans include […]
RICHMOND, VA— From December 10 – December 16, 2025, the Virginia State Police, in partnership with supporting federal and local agencies, achieved significant criminal interdictions. Their ongoing efforts led to the recovery of firearms, the seizure of narcotics, the seizure of U.S. currency, and the investigation of multiple crimes throughout […]
10 a.m. Friday, Dec. 19 Situation Heavy rain and strong wind gusts up to 60 mph early Friday caused power outages across Appalachian Power’s (APCo) service area. With soil saturated from heavy rain, today’s gusty winds can more easily uproot trees or snap large limbs, likely causing more outages. […]
Monday 12/22/25 Girls Basketball: Pulaski Co. v Radford @ Carroll Co. Invite JV @ 1 pm, Varsity @ 2 pm Tuesday 12/23/25 Girls Wrestling: @ Lord Botetourt 9 am Thursday 12/25/25 HAVE A BLESSED CHRISTMAS!! Saturday 12/27/25 JV Boys Basketball: Pulaski Co. v Galax 11 am **@ First Community Bank Christmas Tournament @ Fort Chiswell […]
Pulaski County Offices will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of the New Year. The PSA Billing Office will be closed on Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of the New Year. The Bagging Plant Road, Dublin and Mason Street, Fairlawn Convenience Centers will be closed on […]
“NASCAR is devastated by the tragic loss of Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, daughter Emma, son Ryder, Craig Wadsworth and Dennis and Jack Dutton in a fatal plane crash. Greg was more than a champion driver, he was a beloved member of the NASCAR community, a fierce competitor, and […]