Donald L. Johnson, 69, Formally of Pulaski passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, February 14th 2026. He was preceded in death by his mother Fannie Johnson (Cookie) and wife Tammy Johnson. He is survived his father Curtis (Ann) Johnson, his present wife Kathy Johnson; sisters Debbie and Cindy; brothers Danny and […]
From Virginia Tech Continued emphasis on previously established priorities, a significant focus on athletics going forward, and the formulating of plans to meet possible challenges ahead all were themes for Virginia Tech President Tim Sands at his annual State of the University Address held Wednesday afternoon at the Virginia Tech […]
Help VDOT by reporting potholes and keeping a safe distance from repair crews RICHMOND — Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) crews are already actively working to locate and repair potholes as we enter the time of year known for seeing more cracks and crumbles on the roads. Motorists can do […]
NASCAR Cup Series Next Race: Autotrader 400 The Place: EchoPark Speedway Track Length: 1.54 Mile Asphalt Paved Oval The Date: Sunday, February 22 The Time: 3 p.m. ET The Purse: $11,233,037 TV: FOX & FOX Deportes, 3 p.m. ET Radio: PRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90) Distance: 400.4 miles (260 Laps); […]
SALEM, VA – The Salem VA Health Care System today announced it has begun infrastructure upgrades to ensure safe and effective patient care. These projects are part of a record $4.8 billion in nationwide VA spending to modernize, repair and improve department health care facilities in fiscal year 2026 via […]
By THOMAS HOWLETT Patriot Publishing After upsetting 20th ranked Clemson on the road 76-66, the Virginia Tech Hokies proceed to drop the next two games to Florida State 92-69 and Miami 67-66. The loss to the Seminoles could be the deciding factor that keeps the Hokies out of the NCAA […]
Democrats advance constitutional amendments, gun restrictions, immigration limits and a minimum wage hike as budget negotiations loom in session’s second half. By Markus Schmidt, Shannon Heckt, Charlotte Rene Woods and Samantha Willis The 2026 General Assembly reached its midpoint Tuesday night as lawmakers hit crossover, the session’s deadline for legislation to pass its chamber […]
The Pulaski County School Board will meet on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, for a Special Called School Board Meeting at the Pulaski County School Board Office beginning at 4:30 p.m. The agenda is posted on BoardDocs. http://www.boarddocs.com/vsba/pcva/Board.nsf/Public Teresa Porter, Assistant Director of Finance Pulaski County School Board
New River Community College (NRCC) signed an articulation agreement with George Mason University (GMU) earlier this week at NRCC’s Christiansburg location, creating a new 2+2 transfer pathway for students pursuing careers in cybersecurity. Through the agreement, students who complete NRCC’s information technology associate of applied science degree with a cybersecurity […]
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – Civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. In response to his passing, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “Today is a sad day as Virginians and Americans mourn the significant loss of a civil rights icon, […]
Phillip Andrew Saunders, 37, of Pulaski passed away February 15, 2026, at Lewis Gale Medical Center in Salem, VA. Phillip was a gentle spirit and had a generous heart that shaped the lives of everyone who knew him. He was deeply devoted to his family, who were the center of […]
In celebration of Black History Month, New River Community College (NRCC) and the college’s Black History Committee will sponsor a guest speaker and other entertainment on Sunday, February 22 at 3 p.m. The event will be held in 117 Edwards Hall at NRCC in Dublin. Alethea “AJ” Robinson from Bluefield […]