The blood supply in the United States has reached one of its lowest levels in recent years. Blood centers across the country are reporting less than a one-day’s supply of blood — a dangerously low level. If the nation’s blood supply does not stabilize soon, lifesaving blood may not be […]
Cynthia “Cyndi” Wilson LeFebvre, age 56 of Pulaski, passed away peacefully in her sleep, Saturday December 12, 2021 at Skyline Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Floyd. Cyndi was born in Pulaski on April 17, 1965, and is the daughter of Judith “Judy” Anne Harrell and the late Mack Williams Wilson, […]
It is with great sadness that the family of Theodore (Ted) Dishon, of Dublin, announce his passing on Tuesday, December 7, 2021, at the age of 85 years. Ted will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 64 years, May; children, Leon (Carol), Terry, Sonya (Dennis) and Shelia (Mark); 4 […]
BRENTWOOD, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Spero Health, a national leader who has helped more than 25,000 patients on their journey to stable recovery from addiction, just announced it is opening a new clinic in Dublin, VA on December 16 th. Located at 30 Town Center Drive, this new clinic joins a network of […]
~ Unprecedented economic strength mean Virginia can invest for future and cut taxes ~ Governor proposes ending the state grocery tax, fulfilling 2017 campaign promise; providing earned-income tax credit for working people; offering one-time rebates ~ Working people need help, even as many upper-income professionals got ahead during pandemic ~ RICHMOND—Governor […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — James Bishop had 21 points as George Washington topped Radford 67-58 on Monday night. Brayon Freeman had 16 points for George Washington (4-8). Brendan Adams added 12 points. Ricky Lindo Jr. had 10 points, 14 rebounds and three blocks. Rashun Williams had 14 points and eight rebounds […]
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The information technology agency that serves Virginia’s legislature has been hit by a ransomware attack that has substantially affected its operations, state officials said Monday. Gov. Ralph Northam’s spokeswoman, Alena Yarmosky, confirmed the attack on Virginia’s Division of Legislative Automated Systems. In a brief statement provided […]
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Virginia’s new coach achieved the first big victory of his tenure on Monday when quarterback Brennan Armstrong said he’s given no thought to transferring. Coach Tony Elliott met with the Cavaliers for the first time on Sunday night, and Armstrong — who threw for 4,444 yards […]
~ State, federal, local, private investment to bring high-speed internet to 90% of Virginians ~ Commonwealth now on track to be one of first states to achieve universal access ~ GOOCHLAND—Governor Ralph Northam today announced new grants that will advance Virginia 90% to the goal of achieving universal access to broadband […]
Simon Wade Duncan, age 59 of Pulaski, died, Monday, November 22, in Portsmouth, VA. Arrangements are pending with Seagle Funeral Home, Pulaski.
DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — R.J. Blakney hit all five of his 3-point attempts in scoring a career-high 19 points and Dayton held on in the second half to beat Virginia Tech 62-57 on Sunday. Blakney, one of four Dayton (7-4) starters who are true or redshirt freshmen among 12 on […]
On Saturday, December 11, 2021, shortly after 3pm, deputies from the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office responded to Roman Drive, located in the Blacksburg area of the county. When deputies arrived, they located a male victim who had been stabbed. Blacksburg Rescue responded and attempted to resuscitate the victim, Robert Custer, […]