Trailer Manufacturer’s Expansion of Giles County Facility Will Create 46 New Jobs to Help Meet Growing Demand RICHMOND, VA — Governor Abigail Spanberger today announced that Interstate Group LLC is investing $8.9 million to expand operations at the company’s manufacturing facility in Giles County. The investment is expected to create […]
By MIKE WILLIAMS Patriot Publishing The possibility of a data center being constructed in Pulaski County in the future came before the Board of Supervisors at their February meeting Monday night. County resident Betsy Mabry addressed the board, saying in January 2025, 13 months ago the Virginia General Assembly had […]
By DAVID QUESENBERRY Patriot Publishing In an unexpected move, the Radford City Council approved a resolution designating the City as a Second Amendment Sanctuary. At the start of the meeting, Councilman Guy Wohlford moved that the Council agenda be amended to include a resolution to signify Radford as a second […]
By DAVID QUESENBERRY Patriot Publishing The Dublin Town Council at its February meeting, heard a presentation on the Regional Landfill from Joe Levine, Executive Director of the New River Resource Authority and updates on current Town projects. Levine said that the Town of Dublin had been a member of […]
By MIKE WILLIAMS Patriot Publishing The Pulaski County Board of Supervisors last Monday night re-affirmed its support for the original 2019 resolution that the county is a 2nd Amendment supportive county. Board Chair Laura Walters said the board had received numerous inquiries from citizens about the issue. She said the […]
By DAVID QUESENBERRY Patriot Publishing Radford City Council at its February 23rd meeting, learned that a Radford native is now being considered for the Medal of Honor. Prior to the start of the meeting, American Legion Vice-Commander Dana Jackson told Council that the Navy Cross awarded to the late John […]
New River Community College will hold a Cyber Day event on Saturday, March 28. Cyber Day is an event where anyone can bring their laptops, desktops, tablets and phones for a free tune up and virus scan. The event will be from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Edwards Hall […]
Larry Edward Crane of Bland, VA. passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026 at his home. Born in Radford, VA on April 10, 1950, he was the son of the late Joseph and Margaret Smith Crane and was one of three children. Larry was a devoted brother, uncle, and friend whose […]
BLACKSBURG — Virginia Tech and Liberty have mutually agreed to cancel their football games scheduled for the 2029 and 2030 seasons. The Hokies and Flames were set to meet in Blacksburg in 2029 and in Lynchburg in 2030. The two programs will still face off twice in Blacksburg, in […]
October 26, 1945 – February 27, 2026 Thomas William Gee, 80, of Fairlawn, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Gee and Beatrice Coy Smith; brother, Charles; and sisters, Barbara, Martha and Maggie. Bill served as part of the Army National Guard […]
Virginians urged to check flood risk, protect their property and obtain flood insurance RICHMOND, Va. — The Department of Conservation and Recreation is recognizing March 8-14 as Virginia Flood Awareness Week to encourage Virginians to learn about flood risks in their communities and take steps to protect their families, homes […]
Congressman Griffith’s Ninth District STAFF will be available at the following locations during the month of March. In the event of inclement weather (heavy snow, sleet, icy rain, etc.), traveling office hours may be rescheduled to avoid putting constituents at risk. If a County’s or City’s schools are closed, then its office […]