Rickey Duane Slate, age 57 of Pulaski passed away suddenly at his home Saturday, November 22, 2025. Born December 10, 1967 in Pulaski, he was the son of the late Rex and Ida Belle Slate. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Billy, Jerry and Rusty Slate; sisters […]
Leslie “Blaine” Turpin, age 77, of Pulaski, passed away on November 23, 2025. A devoted family member, a loyal friend, and a proud United States Air Force veteran, Leslie lived a life defined by service, integrity, and quiet strength. Born on March 9, 1948, he grew up with a deep […]
By RODNEY YOUNG Patriot Publishing Playing on a mild night in Glenvar, the Radford Bobcats saw their season come to a halt. The Glenvar Highlanders scored early and went on to defeat the visiting Bobcats, 27-3. Radford received the opening kickoff and after one first down QB Peyton Dobbins under […]
ROANOKE, Va. – A former Virginia Beach man, who repeatedly threatened the lives of former President Joe Biden and former Vice President Kamala Harris through a series of phone calls to local government offices, was sentenced today to 60 months in federal prison. Kevin Butler, 47, was found guilty of […]
RICHMOND, VA— From November 11 – November 18, 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 […]
Class 1 Region C (5) George Wythe 27, (1) Giles 8 (3) Grayson County 34, (2) Craig County 13 Region D (1) Eastside 46, (4) Honaker 16 (3) Rye Cove at (2) Chilhowie Class 2 Region C (1) Glenvar 27, (4) Radford 3 (2) Gretna 56, (3) Floyd County 55 […]
Phillip Lee Scarberry, age 65 of Pulaski passed away Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Lewis-Gale Medical Center in Salem, Virginia. Born December 8, 1959 in Welch, West Virginia, Phillip was the son of the late James & Lorraine Lowe Scarberry. He was also preceded in death by his brother […]
Comprehensive resource for families on mother and child health ROANOKE, Va. — The Southwestern Health Region is pleased to announce a new Maternal Health website. The website provides essential resources and information for mothers, families, providers and organizations. The centralized hub combines maternal health resources from across state agencies and […]
Monday 11/24/25 Girls Basketball Scrimmage: Lord Botetourt @ Pulaski Co. 5:30 (Varsity on Court 1/JV on Court 2) Tuesday 11/25/25 Boys Basketball Scrimmage: Pulaski Co. @ Wm Byrd JV @ 5:30, Varsity to Follow Thursday 11/27/25 HAPPY THANKSGIVING! — Scott Vest Athletic & Activities Director Pulaski County High School
William Victor Combs, 98, of Pearisburg, VA joined the heavenly choir on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, due to complications from pneumonia. He was greeted by his loving wife of 69 years, Violet, his parents, his sisters, Bernice, Jenny, Lena, and Mary and brother, Herbert. He will be greatly missed by […]
Dr. Robert Brandon was installed as New River Community College’s (NRCC) seventh president at an inauguration ceremony, “One Legacy, One Future,” on Friday, November 14 at the campus in Dublin. The ceremony included remarks from William Cunningham, NRCC local board chair; Roy Worrell, NRCC staff; William Friedl, NRCC faculty; Montie […]