Measuring snow
Courtesy of the National Weather Service in Blacksburg, this graphic shows how you can take and give accurate snowfall reports to them.
Southern governors declare emergencies ahead of snow storms
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Governors in two southern states have declared emergencies ahead of an anticipated intense winter storm. Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam announced Saturday he’d declared an emergency to help state agencies prepare for a storm that’s expected to hit hard the southern part of the state. North Carolina […]
Obituary for Richard Bruce Cauthen
Richard Bruce Cauthen, 67, of Radford, passed away Thursday, December 6, 2018. He was a true renaissance man, an artist, carpenter and perfectionist. He was a member of the First Christian Church in Pulaski. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Grover C. and Emma M. Gunn Cauthen; and […]
Obituary for Mary Eugenia Dalton
Mary Eugenia Dalton, age 51 of Pulaski passed away Tuesday, December 04, 2018 at her home. Born November 28, 1967 in Radford she was the daughter of Robert Lee Wright and the late Della Rita Edwards Wright. Her brother, William Edwards, Jr. also preceded her in death. She is survived […]
The New Habit and Larry Sigmon & Martha Spencer to perform at NRCC jamboree Saturday
The music of The New Habit along with Larry Sigmon & Martha Spencer will be featured during New River Community College’s Fiddle, Banjo and Dance Club Jamboree on Sat., Dec. 8, 2018. Music will begin at 6 p.m. in 117 Edwards Hall at NRCC in Dublin. The New Habit was […]
AP source: Liberty hired Hugh Freeze as football coach
Liberty has hired former Mississippi coach Hugh Freeze to lead its football program. A person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press that the Flames have tabbed Freeze as their next coach. The person spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity because neither the school nor Freeze […]
VDOT says its ready for winter weather
SALEM – With a significant winter weather event anticipated to impact portions of western Virginia on Sunday, December 9, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is urging motorists to monitor forecasts and consider adjusting plans to avoid traveling until road conditions can improve. Snow could fall heavily at times and create hazardous driving […]
Marlboro maker places $2.4 billion bet on marijuana
NEW YORK (AP) — One of the world’s biggest tobacco companies is diving into the cannabis market with a $2.4 billion buy-in. Marlboro maker Altria Group Inc. is taking a 45 percent stake in Cronos Group, the Canadian medical and recreational marijuana provider said Friday. Altria will pay another $1.4 […]
Another Virginia county files lawsuit over opioid crisis
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. (AP) — Another Virginia county is suing opioid industry giants it says have contributed to the devastating opioid epidemic. The Roanoke Times obtained a copy of Montgomery County’s lawsuit against three dozen named defendants and 100 anonymous defendants that’s being filed in circuit court. The county is seeking […]
Motor Mile Dragway announces 2019 schedule
Expanded “Bracket Racing Series” schedule highlights 2019 calendar of events The countdown to Motor Mile Dragway’s new season has officially begun with the release of its 2019 schedule. Motor Mile Dragway will host a total of 23 events in 2019. The dragway’s flagship “Friday Night Fury” program is slated for […]
Pulaski County High School sports, activity schedule
Monday 12/10/18 Girls Basketball: Pulaski Co. @ Fort Chiswell JV @ 6 pm, Varsity to Follow Winter Sports Pictures: Boys Basketball, Indoor Track and Winter Cheer 3:35 in Gym Tuesday 12/11/18 Swim: @ Christiansburg Aquatic Center 6:30 pm Wednesday 12/12/18 Boys Basketball: Lord Botetourt @ Pulaski Co. JV @ 5:30, […]
Obituary for Robert Randolph Hodges
Robert Randolph Hodges, 49, of Pulaski passed away Monday, November 26, 2018. Rob loved his family, his church, and his community with a passion. He never met a stranger and always had a smile and hug for everyone. He was an active member in his church serving in the praise […]