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Pulaski County Announces Inaugural Restaurant Week, Invites Local Restaurants to Participate
PULASKI, Va. — Pulaski County Small Business Solutions and Pulaski County Tourism are excited to announce the launch of Pulaski County Restaurant Week, a new initiative designed to celebrate the county’s diverse dining scene while encouraging residents and visitors to explore local restaurants. Scheduled to take place June 1-7, […]
Governor’s Flag Order for Virginia Tech Day of Remembrance
In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings in the Commonwealth of Virginia in respect and memory of the victims of […]
Pioneers blank Auburn, take over sole possession of first in MED
Isaac Haislip and Owen Jackson held the Auburn Eagles scoreless and took sole position of first place in the Mountain Empire District and stayed undefeated at 9-0 overall. Both teams have switched places at the top of the Single A rankings this year as the Pioneers take over the spot […]
This Week in NASCAR
NASCAR Cup Series Next Race: AdventHealth 400 The Place: Kansas Speedway Track Length: 1.5 Mile Asphalt Oval The Date: Sunday, April 19 The Time: 2 p.m. ET The Purse: $11,233,037 TV: FOX, 1 p.m. ET Radio: MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90) Distance: 400.5 miles (267 Laps); Stage 1 (Ends on […]
Governor Spanberger Announces New Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan for 2026-2029
Comprehensive Roadmap Will Guide Tourism Growth, Drive Economic Impact, and Strengthen Virginia’s Competitive Edge RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced the release of Virginia’s Statewide Strategic Tourism Plan for 2026–2029, a comprehensive roadmap designed to guide tourism growth, sharpen the Commonwealth’s competitive edge, and increase both visitation and […]
Griffith Statement on Tax Day in Virginia’s Ninth District
Wednesday, April 15, 2026 – Individual income tax returns are due to the federal government today, on what is known as “Tax Day.” Taxpayers in Virginia’s Ninth District could take advantage of new tax benefits thanks to the Working Families Tax Cuts reconciliation bill that became law in July 2025. […]
Freedom 250 Announces US 250th Celebration, “Great American State Fair”
A 16-Day World’s Fair on the National Mall Uniting All 56 States and Territories WASHINGTON, D.C. — Freedom 250 today announced the Great American State Fair, a 16-day national exposition running from June 25 through July 10, 2026, spanning from the U.S. Capitol to the Washington Monument. The celebration […]
First Assistant U.S. Attorney, FBI SAC Warn Residents of Scam Calls
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – First Assistant United States Attorney Robert N. Tracci and Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Richmond Division, Ian Kaufmann, warn residents of scam calls being made in the Western District of Virginia. Callers have reported receiving multiple phone calls from numbers not associated with the United […]
Spanberger tackles gun bills at deadline
By Shirleen Guerra (The Center Square) – Gov. Abigail Spanberger took action Tuesday on a series of firearm-related bills, amending a proposed assault weapons ban while signing several other measures into law. The most closely watched action involved House Bill 217 and Senate Bill 749, which she sent back to […]
Griffith Announces $779,421 ‘Secure Rural Schools’ Funds to Support Ninth District Communities
Tuesday, April 14, 2026 – The U.S. Forest Service announced it will issue $248 million to U.S. communities through the “Secure Rural Schools” program. “Secure Rural Schools” program funds are essentially meant to supplement Payments in Lieu of Taxes (PILT). Numerous communities in Virginia’s Ninth District will receive funds. These […]
Game time change for Cougars vs Northside at Calfee Park
The PCHS Varsity Baseball game versus Northside High School originally scheduled for Wednesday, April 15 at 5:00 pm has been adjusted. Due to transportation issues on Northside’s end, the game will now be played at Historic Calfee Park with a 6:00 pm start time. Moving the game to Calfee Park […]
