Freda Vest Wright, 87, of Dublin, VA, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025 at her home. She attended Dublin High School. She, her husband and her father ran Vest & Wright, Inc. for 25 years. They built houses, apartments, motels, restaurants and commercial buildings across the states of Virginia and […]
The Radford Army Ammunition Plant has a new commander. Lt. Col. Marie Hough accepted the responsibilities during a change of command ceremony on June 5. (U.S. Army photo) RADFORD — The Radford Army Ammunition Plant has a new commander. Lt. Col. Marie Hough accepted the responsibilities during a […]
RICHMOND, VA—From May 29 to June 5, 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 the […]
The Pulaski County School Board will meet on Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. for a regular school board meeting at the Pulaski County School Board Office. The meeting will be streamed live on the Pulaski County Public Schools YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@pulaskicountyschoolboard3729/streams The agenda is posted on BoardDocs. http://www.boarddocs.com/vsba/pcva/Board.nsf/Public Teresa Porter, Assistant Director of Finance/School Board Clerk Pulaski County School Board
The Pulaski River Turtles overcame a nine-run first inning by the Kingsport Axmen to win a tie-breaker and claim their season opener Thursday in Calfee Park, 10-10. Pulaski scored seven runs of its own in the bottom of the fifth to tie the game at 10 apiece. The big hits […]
HARRISONBURG — James Madison University is pleased to announce that the following students made the President’s List for the spring 2025 semester. Molly Cox of Draper, who majored in Biology – BS. Leah Keefer of Radford, who majored in Nursing – BSN. Jessica Craig of Radford, who majored in Psychology […]
Marvin Crockett Hight, Jr., age 65 of Draper passed away Monday, May 19, 2025 at his home in Draper. Born July 30, 1958 in Pulaski, he was the son of the late Marvin & Loretta Wagner Hight. He was also preceded in death by his brothers Paul and Michael Hight. […]
Jimmy Ray Johnson, age 76 of Pulaski passed away Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at the Highland Ridge Rehabilitation Center, Dublin. Born November 27, 1948 in Pulaski, he was the son of the late Ruby Lee Johnson. Jimmy attended the Family Worship Center on Memorial Drive, Pulaski when his health permitted […]
In Loving Memory of Howard Douglass Martin April 1, 1944 – May 28, 2025 On May 28, 2025, Howard Douglass Martin gently departed this world in the quiet of his home, held in the tender presence of his beloved wife, Dolores. He was 81 years old — a life lived […]
Eugene Charles Liberatore passed away on May 22,2025 the Lord called Gene home. Gene was born November 9,1940 to Thomas and Ann Liberatore in Niles Ohio. He was a veteran serving in the Army National Guard. He retired from Fruehauff as shop supervisor in 2001. Gene enjoyed camping and spending […]
RADFORD — Radford University has released its dean’s list for spring 2025. Appearing on the dean’s list is the most prestigious academic recognition students can receive for their performance during a semester. Students will be placed on the dean’s list if they meet four specific criteria. They must have 12 […]
Thursday, June 5, 2025 – The United States of America will commemorate the 81st anniversary of D-Day on Friday, June 6. Ahead of the anniversary, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) addressed Congress on the House floor to bring attention to the National D-Day Memorial and the story of one of […]