Tuesday, September 9, 2025 – U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA), member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Communications and Technology, participated in a hearing entitled “Public Safety Communications in the United States.” Following the hearing, Congressman Griffith issued the following statement: “For many rural communities, like […]
Salem, VA – September 6, 2025 — Pulaski County High School launched its cross country season in exciting fashion at the Knights Crossing meet, one of the region’s largest early-season competitions. The event drew more than 3,000 runners from 101 high schools across Virginia and neighboring states, providing a competitive […]
Pulaski County, VA — Pulaski County Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Historic Calfee Park, is excited to announce the first-ever Nerf Battle in the Ballpark, taking place on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. Designed for ages 6–12, this one-of-a-kind event will transform Calfee Park into […]
The Pulaski County golf team turned in a 322 Monday at Hidden Valley Country Club. While that score would be competitive in many districts, it wasn’t enough in the always-tough River Ridge District. Hidden Valley’s Harris Camp led the field with a sizzling 66, while Cameron Sharp of Blacksburg and […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (TheACC.com) – The Atlantic Coast Conference today announced its 2025-26 men’s basketball conference schedule. The regular season tips off on Monday, November 3, while conference play begins on Tuesday, December 30. “The ACC has an unmatched legacy of college basketball success, and we are excited for the upcoming 2025-26 […]
Alex Cecil Kennedy, age 92 of Draper, passed away Friday, September 5, 2025 at his home. Born March 9, 1933 in Paynesville, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Sam Kennedy & Nana Lula Rowe Kennedy Corvin. He was also preceded in death by his wife Velma Ruth […]
At tonight’s meeting of the Pulaski County School Board, there will be a presentation on the financial side of athletics at Pulaski County High School. During the information portion of the meeting agenda, Pulaski County High School’s Scott Vest, Athletics and Activities Director will give a presentation on the state of athletics […]
Strategic funding will accelerate recovery and build resilience RICHMOND,VA – Governor Glenn Youngkin today announced that the Virginia Disaster Assistance Fund is accepting applications from homeowners and businesses in Southwest Virginia. Governor Youngkin proposed the $50 million initiative, which the General Assembly approved, to provide financial relief and long-term resilience […]
David Jackson Lawson, age 75, of Lebanon, Va., went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 7, 2025. He was born in Pulaski, Va., on February 20, 1950, the son of the late William Graham Lawson and Margaret Mae Riggins Lawson Snavley. In addition to his parents, he […]
May 22, 1931 – September 6, 2025 Mary Etta Martin Morris, 94, of Dublin, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025. She was a member of Dublin United Methodist Church and was a retired upholsterer. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Beulah Osbey; husband, John S. Morris […]
Stanley Lee Cole, age 76 of Draper passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025 at the Galax Health & Rehabilitation Center. Born September 30, 1948 in Radford, he was the son of the late Franklin Lee Cole & Margaret Elizabeth O’Dell Cole. He was also preceded in death by his brother-in-law […]
Rachel Nixon Ernest, born January 1, 1949 to Winfred and Sarah Killen Nixon, went home Sunday, September 7, 2025 to see her parents, her husband Lester Ernest and three brothers Donnie, Terry and Alvin Nixon. She is survived by her Children & spouses – Sarah (Tim) Gilliland – Sand Springs, […]