John “Greg” Gregory Blankenship, age 61 of Pulaski, died after a lengthy fight Friday, August 7, 2021. His fight on earth was getting boring so he thought to himself, “What would Chuck Norris do?” So, he decided to ask Jesus for an arm-wrestling match. And regardless of the results, he […]
September 3 and 4. Loving Field. The first annual Smilin’ Jack Akers truck, car and tractor show sponsored by Andy Cullip and Charles Bopp. No admission fee; $10 flat entry fee for vehicles. Donations will be accepted also. Amelia Jones will be serving up hot dogs. We hope to see […]
LewisGale Hospital Pulaski has hired Kevin Garner, RN, as chief nursing officer for the 147-bed acute-care medical and surgical facility. He will be responsible for all nursing services. “Kevin’s diverse background, compassion for patients, and commitment to high-quality care will allow us to continue reaching new heights in clinical excellence,” […]
Marylynn (Wickie) Harris, 83, of Pulaski, Virginia passed away Sunday, August 8th, 2021, with close friends Carl Gregory and Michele Lawton by her side. She worked in the ER for Pulaski Community Hospital for over 20 years until she retired, dedicating her service and support to many community members. She […]
Robert Raymond Young, 83, of Radford, Virginia died March 17, 2020. Bob Young grew up in Marion, VA and graduated from Marion Senior High School in 1953, where he participated in athletics and was an outstanding student. Bob attended Emory & Henry College to pursue his passion for teaching and […]
VIRTUAL AND HOME SCHOOL STUDENTS: Information regarding School Nutrition Meals for Virtual & Home Schooled Students Meals must be ordered in advance for Virtual or Home Schooled Students Meal Pickup will be available at ALL Pulaski County Schools beginning August 18th, 2021 Orders may be placed by phone or email: […]
There have been some adjustments made to Friday’s Cougar Football Cougar Pride Kickoff Day. Below are the details. There is no admission charge to the scrimmage and the concession stand will be open. All scrimmage action will take place on Joel Hicks Field at Kenneth Dobson Stadium. Friday 08/13/21 Varsity […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — With a robust vote after weeks of fits and starts, the Senate approved a $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure plan on Tuesday, a r are coalition of Democrats and Republicans joining to overcome skeptics and deliver a cornerstone of President Joe Biden’s agenda. The 69-30 tally provides momentum […]
NEW YORK (AP) — Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigned over a barrage of sexual harassment allegations Tuesday in a fall from grace a year after he was widely hailed nationally for his detailed daily briefings and leadership during the darkest days of COVID-19. The three-term governor’s decision, which will take effect […]
New option creates additional service opportunities, frees up appointments RICHMOND – Customers who have purchased a vehicle from another individual or a business that is not a motor vehicle dealer/dealership and need to apply for a Virginia title may soon opt to drop off applications at any Virginia Department of […]
Clarence Daniel Wolfe, 93, passed away Monday August 9th, 2021. Born May 6th 1928 he was the first born son of Henry Clay Wolfe and Gladys Via Wolfe. He was predeceased by his wife of 68 years, Audrey Reynolds Wolfe; a son James Forrest Wolfe Sr; a daughter-in-law, Julie Calvert […]
The Pulaski County School Board at their meeting Tuesday at 6 p.m. at Pulaski County Middle School will be presented with a plan from School Superintendent Dr. Kevin Siers to address concerns that have been expressed regarding new policies for students. Pulaski County Public Schools Plan to Address Concerns that […]