Staff Report Virginia’s two Democratic U.S. Senators – Mark Warner and Tim Kaine – voted Monday to block a bill that would have prevented biological males from participating in women’s sports from reaching the Senate floor. Forty-three Democrats and two independents voted against the bill, while 51 Republicans voted for […]
Alec Fulton Jones, 34, departed his earthly home on March 1, 2025. Born December 24, 1990 to proud parents Becky Bell and Paul Jones, Alec spent his childhood working with his dad, completing “wheeling and dealing” projects with his mom, and playing with his neighborhood friends. He was a graduate […]
The Two Virginias will unite for an unprecedented evening of entertainment and community support during the Two Virginias, One Mission Helping Hands, Healing Hearts telethon, broadcasting live from the WVVA-TV studios in Bluefield this Saturday, March 8th, from 6:00-9:00 PM ET. The fundraiser will also be simulcast on dozens of […]
March is Athletic Trainer Awareness Month, and Pulaski County High School is proud to honor our dedicated athletic trainer, Mrs. Allison Parnell. Her unwavering commitment and tireless work ethic ensure that our student-athletes receive exceptional care, allowing them to participate in sports safely and maintain active, healthy lifestyles. We extend […]
Edward “Eddie” Clay Crews, age 89 of Claytor Lake, died Monday morning, March 3, 2025 at Commonwealth Senior Living in Fairlawn. Arrangements are pending with Seagle Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Pulaski. www.seaglefuneralhome.com 540-980-1700
The music of The Brothers Young and The Bluegrass Kinsmen will be featured during New River Community College’s Concert Series event on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Music will begin at 6 p.m. in 117 Edwards Hall at NRCC in Dublin. The Brothers Young will transport audiences back in time to […]
The Fort Chiswell Girls’ Basketball Team Played in the Region C Tournament Finals for the third time in three years Saturday night. FC won the title in 2023 as they defeated East Mont. in a come-behind win at VA Tech, however, the last two years the Pioneers have not been […]
RADFORD – On Feb. 28, there was an explosion at Radford Army Ammunition Plant. The explosion occurred in the ammunition production area. Due to safety standards, no one was injured, and the explosion was confined to a 20- foot by 15-foot bay within one building. The explosion and fire did […]
George Edward Williams, age 85, passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025. 1939 was a significant year for George Edward “Eddie” Williams. 1. He was born October 16th and 2. Claytor Lake Dam was completed. The boy and the lake would grow up together having many adventures. The son of AH Williams […]
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Are you looking to plant more native shrubs and trees this spring? Discounts are now available at participating retail nursery locations across Virginia. This year, the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) is expanding the Throwing Shade VA program to partner with even more nurseries. From now through May […]
PEARISBURG, VA – On March 3, 2025, Delegate Jason Ballard announced his intention to seek re-election to the House of Delegates seat for the 42nd District. Delegate Ballard was first elected in 2021 to the 12th District, and was re-elected in 2023 to represent the redistricted 42nd District. “Representing the counties […]
February 22, 1936 February 27, 2025 Betty Farmer McPeak, 89, of Fairlawn, passed away Wednesday, February 27, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Mary Farmer; husband, Charles A. McPeak, Sr; daughter, Patricia McPeak Bishop; brothers, David Farmer, Pete Farmer, Vernon Farmer, Emmett Farmer, Ed Farmer, […]