With heavy hearts but unbroken spirits, we announce the passing of Karen Elaine Rupe, who took the final ride on June 3, 2025 at the age of 64. Karen’s favorite loves were stuffed animals, Walker Texas Ranger and the Dukes of Hazzard. Karen lived life with the grit of Walker, […]
By William Paine Word is out. There’s no hiding it anymore. The 8th Annual Gusto with GRAPeJAM is set to be bigger and better than ever. This year’s Gusto, once again, will take place on the last Saturday of Spring at the rustic and rambunctious Rockhouse Marina. Much is the […]
The Pulaski River Turtles open their 2025 Appalachian League season at home tonight when they host the Kingsport Axmen. Game time is 7 p.m. Elsewhere in the Appy on opening day, the Tri-State Coal Cats travel to Elizabethton, Danville is at Greeneville, Bluefield is at Burlington and Bristol is at […]
Yard Sale: Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 220 Maple Street, Pulaski. Yard Sale: Friday, June 6 at 5980 Collier Street, Dublin (across from the NRV Fairgrounds). Follow signs. Yard Sale: Friday and Saturday, June 6 and 7 at 230 […]
HARRISONBURG — James Madison University is pleased to announce that the following students made the Dean’s List for the spring 2025 semester. Sadie Covey of Pulaski, who is majoring in Communication Studies – BS. Maggie Shartzer of Dublin, who is majoring in Graphic Design – BFA. Allyson Bopp of Pulaski, […]
William Paine/Patriot Publishing Pulaski Town Council awards Commendations for Valor to five Pulaski Police Officers for their efforts in clearing an apartment building that was on fire on May 30, 2025. All five entered a burning building to clear the 1st, 2nd and 3rd floors of the apartment building. To […]
New River Community College is now enrolling students for its automotive technology program, beginning this fall on campus. Designed for both adult learners and recent high school graduates, the program offers hands-on training in a fully equipped lab and is taught by ASE (National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence)-certified instructors. […]
May 28, 1959 – June 2, 2025 Patricia Nadene Young, 66, passed away Monday, June 2, 2025, at her home in Dublin. She was employed with NAPA Auto Parts. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Lorina Young; brother, Charles Young; and nephew, Joey Roop. Survivors include her […]
NASCAR Cup Series Next Race: FireKeepers Casino 400 The Place: Michigan International Speedway Track Length: 2 Mile Asphalt Paved Oval The Date: Sunday, June 8 The Time: 2 p.m. ET The Purse: $11,055,250 TV: Amazon Prime, 1:30 p.m. ET Radio: MRN, SiriusXM NASCAR (Channel 90) Distance: 400 miles (200 Laps); […]
Passionate about nature? Excited to learn more about the environment? Ready to share your knowledge and help preserve and protect Virginia’s natural resources? Consider joining a group of like-minded community members by becoming a Virginia Master Naturalist! The New River Valley Chapter of Virginia Master Naturalists is currently accepting online […]