Janette “Jan” Quesenberry Akers
Janette “Jan” Quesenberry Akers, age 90 of Pulaski passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at her home. Born February 10, 1933 in Pulaski she was the daughter of the late John Issacc Quesenberry & Ada Porterfield Quesenberry. She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Matthew Cameron Akers; siblings, […]
Officials warn against open air burning
PULASKI COUNTY, VA – Pulaski County officials are asking residents to refrain from any outdoor burning. Due to higher than normal temperatures accompanied by dry and breezy conditions, the likelihood of uncontrollable fire spread in our area is incredibly high. Outdoor burning at any time of the day could quickly […]
Sherill Neil Holston
Sherill Neil Holston, 59, of Westerville, Ohio entered his eternal home on November 3, 2023 after a sudden and tragic event. His life is an exemplification of faith, dedication, and unwavering love. Sherill has been married to the love of his life (Angela) for 35 years and loved being a family man […]
Blacksburg Police Investigating Deaths
On Nov. 7 at 4:42 p.m., the Blacksburg Police Department responded to the parking garage located at 723 University City Blvd. in reference to a suspicious vehicle. When officers arrived on scene, they discovered two individuals deceased in the vehicle. At this time, it appears to be isolated incident with […]
Rygas, school board challengers win Tuesday
By MIKE WILLIAMS Patriot Publishing Pulaski County Republican Spencer Rygas has won a resounding victory in the race for Circuit Court Clerk, and the School Board will feature all new members in 2024. With nearly all the votes counted, Rygas defeated Terri Nicewander-Hager for an eight-year term as Clerk […]
Hokies whip Coppin State, 100-55
Tech duo notches a pair of double-doubles against Coppin State Hokiesports.com BLACKSBURG – A dominant display by Virginia Tech saw five players reach double figures, as the Hokies (1-0) defeated Coppin State (0-1) 100-55 Monday night inside Cassell Coliseum. As a team, Virginia Tech doubled Coppin State’s points in the paint […]
Hoos Cruise Past Tarleton State
Virginiasports.com CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – In the first-ever meeting between Virginia (1-0) and Tarleton State (0-1), the Cavaliers walked away with the 80-50 victory in their 2023-24 season opener at John Paul Jones Arena on Monday (Nov. 6). Virginia was led by Reece Beekman, who finished with a game-high 16 points, seven […]
David Lee Hall
David Lee Hall, age 82, from Pulaski, passed away Friday, November 3rd, 2023, at his residence in Roanoke. He was born January 21st, 1941, to the late Templeton Adair Hall and the late Nora Grace Hall in Pulaski. He was a lifelong member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church. He […]
John Roy Aker
October 16, 1941 – November 3, 2023 John Roy Aker, 82, of Fairlawn, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2023. He was a member of Fairlawn Presbyterian Church, and a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Belle Aker; brothers, […]
School Board to meet Thursday
The Pulaski County School Board will meet on Thursday, November 9, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. for a regular school board meeting in the auditorium at Pulaski County Middle School. There will be a special presentation by the Robotics Team from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. in the commons area. The meeting will be streamed live on the Pulaski County […]