James Dix “Dick” Miller passed away on December 3, 2025, at the age of 97. He was born in Pulaski, Virginia, on March 5, 1928, to the late James Phipps Miller and Willie Mae Dix Miller. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Patsy Miller […]
Paddy Vaughn Sisk Ratcliffe, 91, passed peacefully on December 1, 2025. Loved by everyone who knew her, she was an angel in every sense – kind, gentle and full of grace. Paddy spent 42 years as a nurse at Pulaski Hospital and continued serving her community for 15 more years […]
Peggy Gore, a cherished pillar of faith and love in the Pulaski community, was called home to be with the Lord on December 2, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on September 22, 1939, in the small town of Pulaski, Va, Peggy’s life was a testament to the enduring […]
By RODNEY YOUNG Patriot Publishing The Pulaski County boys basketball team hosted the Cavaliers of Carroll County in their home opener Tuesday and the Cavaliers took advantage of the cold shooting Cougars to defeat them 85-64. Carroll County led from the start as they took a five-point lead after the […]
Tech secures first ever win in ACC/SEC Challenge with 86-83 overtime victory Hokiesports.com COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA – In took five extra minutes, but the Virginia Tech men’s basketball team secured a muhc-needed overtime victory over South Carolina in the ACC/SEC Challenge Tuesday night. Tied at 70 after regulation, Tech used timely […]
ROANOKE, Va., Dec. 2, 2025 – Appalachian Power Company (APCo) has filed a request with the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) seeking recovery of investments in transmission infrastructure, operating costs and fees from PJM Interconnection LLC (PJM). In its filing, APCo is requesting to increase the Transmission Rate Adjustment Clause […]
TheACC.com CHARLOTTE, N.C. (theACC.com) – With the 2025 Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship Game fast approaching on Saturday, December 6, the ACC unveiled its star-studded All-ACC Football Teams on Tuesday. Miami led the way with a league-best 14 All-ACC selections across the first, second and third teams. The Hurricanes were also […]
August 16, 1937 – November 29, 2025 Gary Curtin Grant, a sweet, compassionate, and intelligent man, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of service, leadership, and devotion to family. He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, sharp mind, and his lifelong commitment to helping […]
Virginia State Police Stressing Safety with Winter and Holiday Approaching RICHMOND – Preliminary data indicates that six people died on Virginia’s roadway over the 2025 Thanksgiving holiday. The number is two fewer than in 2024, when eight people died in fatal crashes.* As of Dec. 1, 2025, preliminary data shows […]
There will be a joint meeting of the Pulaski County Economic Development Authority Board of Directors & Pulaski County Sports Tourism Entertainment Authority Board of Directors on Monday, December 8, 2025, at 10 a.m. in the Executive Training Room of the County Administration Building, 143 Third Street N.W., in the […]
Wilda May Okes Linkous, age 81, of Dublin, Va., passed away on November 29, 2025, surrounded by family who dearly loved and cherished her. She had bade farewell after 61 years to the love of her life, Lonzie L. Linkous, Sr., in September 2024 and leaves behind 2 sons, Lonzie, Jr. […]
Sept. 28, 1954 – Nov. 19, 2025 Susan Sasser Divers, age 71, of Emporia, Virginia, residing in Pulaski, Virginia, passed away after a courageous battle with aggressive breast cancer. She was the daughter of the late Ray Sasser and Vivian Sasser. Susan was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose […]