The Pulaski County Public Schools Education Foundation (PCPSEF) is pleased to announce that the first recipient of the Linda and Carl Yost Young Citizens Award is Pulaski County High School student Alexis “Lexi” Tickle. She was nominated for the award by numerous students and faculty because of her strong work […]
Janice Nancy Rice Thompson, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away surrounded by the care of love of her family on June 30, 2025, at the age of 74, in Greenville, TN. Born on November 30, 1950, in Pearisburg, VA, Janice’s life was a testament to the […]
BATON ROUGE, LA — Leoul Meaza of Radford, Virginia, was recently elected to membership into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Radford University. Meaza is among approximately 20,000 students, faculty, professional staff and alumni to be initiated into […]
As a part of their Community Training Series, the Office of Prevention and Recovery is partnering with New River Community Action to offer community resources around substance use, social media safety, and the importance of prioritizing mental health. The Summer Movie Series is being held at the NRCA Fairlawn Site […]
Clarence “Ricky” Wayne Burton, age 67 of Pulaski passed away Saturday, June 28, 2025 at his home. Born May 20, 1958 in Pulaski, he was the son of the late Clarence “Nooke” Draper Burton & Threcia “Dot” Stoots Matney. He was also preceded in death by his brother Joseph “Joey” […]
James D. Ritchie Sr. (Jim, J.D.) passed away on June 18,2025 at the age of 82 at UVA hospital in Charlottesville. He is survived by his son, James D. Ritchie Jr. “David” and his daughter, Deborah S. Ritchie “Debbie” along with many biological and adopted family members, friends and grand […]
Celebrate safely this July 4th CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – As communities across Virginia prepare for Fourth of July festivities, state officials are urging residents to prioritize safety and celebrate responsibly. Fireworks continue to pose a significant risk during holiday festivities. According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission, an estimated 14,700 people […]
NRCC student learning in hands-on classroom in NRCC’s machine technology lab (NRCC photo) NRCC’s Machine Technology Program Offers Path to In-Demand Careers New River Community College’s Machine Technology program is now enrolling students for the Fall 2025 semester and offering a direct pathway to in-demand, high-paying careers in the skilled […]
Official Photo by Rafael Struve, Office of Governor Glenn Youngkin ROCKINGHAM, VA – Today, Governor Glenn Youngkin, First Lady of Virginia Suzanne S. Youngkin, Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears along with federal, state and local officials joined Buc-ee’s founder and CEO Arch “Beaver” Aplin III for the official ribbon-cutting of Virginia’s […]
Joyce L. Dalton, age 75 of Pulaski, died Saturday, June 28, 2025 at Lewis Gale Hospital – Pulaski. She was born on April 27, 1950, in Pulaski, and was the daughter of the late Clara Ring Leonard and the late Brooks Samuel Leonard. She formerly attended the Dublin Baptist Church. […]
Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of July. July 10, 2025 Giles County: 9:00 am – 10:30 am Town of Pearisburg Offices Council Chambers 112 Tazewell Street Pearisburg, VA 24134 Wythe County: 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Wythe County Sheriff’s Office Conference Room […]