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Kyle Larson’s admirable drive at Bristol deserves applause, not criticism
By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service In auto racing, a blowout is an easy target for derision and dissatisfaction. It’s human nature to prefer suspense and excitement that last until the final seconds. After Kyle Larson won his second straight race at Bristol Motor Speedway in overwhelming fashion […]
Pioneers beat Marion
The Fort Chiswell Varsity Softball Team handed the home-standing Marion Scarlet Hurricanes a 6-1 loss on Monday behind a powerful pitching performance from Blair Jackson as she retired 15 Cain batters by strikeout, walked zero, gave up only two hits, and surrendered zero earned runs in seven innings. Jackson also […]
Governor’s Flag Order for the Commonwealth of Virginia
In accordance with the authority vested in me as Governor, I hereby order that the flags of the United States of America and the Commonwealth of Virginia be flown at half-staff on all state and local buildings and grounds in the Commonwealth of Virginia in memory and respect of the […]
Leon A. “Dilly” Jenkins
April 20, 1953 – October 31, 2024 Leon A. Jenkins, 71, of Dallas, Texas, passed away on October 31, 2024. He was born on April 20, 1953, at Pulaski Hospital in Pulaski, Virginia. Known affectionately by his family as “Dilly,” Leon was always quick with a joke or a laugh […]
Griffith Meets with Community Pharmacists in Dublin
Monday, April 14, 2025 – U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) met with members of Martin’s Pharmacy and other community pharmacists in Dublin, Virginia. Mr. William Hale, owner of Martin’s Pharmacy, invited Representative Griffith and led the discussions. “Community pharmacies face unique challenges when serving their local populations with critical medicines […]
James Darnell “JD” Davis
James Darnell Davis “JD” left his earthly home April 10th 2025 to be with our Lord and savior Jesus Christ. James was born January 1st 1972 in Pulaski, VA and spent his life bringing joy to those that knew him. He never met a stranger and could carry a conversation […]
Severe thunderstorm watch in effect until 11 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm watch until 11 p.m. for counties in Southwest Virginia including Pulaski County, Radford and the rest of the New River Valley.
300 Bright Yellow Signs Appear at Virginia Rest Areas
DMV and VDOT Partner to Remind Drivers to “Slow Down, Arrive Alive” RICHMOND – The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) are proud to announce the installation of 300 new bright yellow safety signs across Virginia’s rest areas, urging drivers to “Slow Down, […]
Floyd “Pete” Wayne Richardson
Floyd “Pete” Wayne Richardson, age 92 of Pulaski, Va died Monday, October 7, 2024 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Pete was born in Sylvatus, Va on July 15, 1932 the son of the late Aaron and Elsa (Lewis) Richardson. He met his “sweetheart” of 73 years, G. Juanita (Craig) Richardson […]
Pulaski man dies Sunday in two-vehicle crash on Lee Highway
On Sunday, April 13 at approximately 8:05 a.m., Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office deputies and other agencies responded to the 5000 block of Lee Highway in the Dublin area of the county. This was in reference to a head-on motor vehicle crash with one individual entrapped in the vehicle. After speaking […]
Virginia State Police Ongoing Crime Suppression Operations, Recovering Firearms, Narcotics, and Investigating Human Trafficking
RICHMOND — From April 3 to April 9, 2025, the Virginia State Police, in partnership with supporting federal and local agencies, achieved significant criminal interdictions. Their ongoing efforts led to the recovery of firearms, the seizure of narcotics, the seizure of U.S. currency, the investigation of multiple crimes, and a […]