ATLANTA (AP) — Jose Alvarado tried to downplay his hot start for Georgia Tech, at least until he was reminded he outscored Virginia Tech in the first half. “That’s pretty cool, right?” Alvarado said. Alvarado scored 20 points, including 19 in the first half, and Michael Devoe added 12 in […]
Charles Ezra Harvey, age 70 of Max Meadows passed away Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at his home. Born December 14, 1949 in Monroe County, WV he was the son of the late Newman Altman Harvey & Elizabeth Eula Thornton Harvey. He retired from Volvo with over 30 years of service. […]
Richard Norvell Martin, age 52 of Pulaski and originally from Draper left this world to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, February 2, 2020 at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born on July 4, 1967, Richard was preceded in death by his dad, Thomas Leon Martin and a special uncle, […]
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Virginia Senate blocked one of Gov. Ralph Northam’s top gun-control bills Monday, adding to the list of measures the Democratic governor supports that may not pass the legislature. The Senate Judiciary Committee voted against a bill that would make it a felony to “recklessly leave […]
MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Uncomfortable and under duress for much of the game, Patrick Mahomes suddenly recaptured his mojo — and lifted Andy Reid and the Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory — the team’s first NFL championship in a half-century. All it took was falling behind by double […]
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (AP) — Michael Vick has opened up to the maker of a new documentary about his rise, fall and second act. The former Virginia Tech and NFL quarterback is the subject of the latest edition of ESPN’s “30 for 30” documentary series. Part I of “Vick” aired […]
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Devin Vassell was too ramped up trying to help No. 5 Florida State beat Virginia Tech to realize he was earning himself a place in the ACC record book. “Not at all,” Vassell said. “Coming to the bench, people just said, ‘Just keep shooting if you’re […]
The Patrick Henry boys basketball team took control of things early in Salem last evening, and pulled away early for a 72-51 victory over Pulaski County. The Cougar boys fell to 7-10 on the season while PH moved to 13-3. The Patriots jumped out to quick 21-8 first […]
It was a different sort of thing that reminds one of something Yogi Berra, the great Yankee catcher once said. “It ain’t over until it’s over.” Pulaski County looked in control for much of the game Friday at home against Patrick Henry, but then they weren’t. It looked […]
Once again Pulaski County is seeking authority from the state to levy a local tax on cigarettes. This marks at least the third attempt by Pulaski County and other counties across the state to be granted such authority by the state legislature. Currently only cities, towns and the counties of […]
Baker, Gibbs, Labonte, Stewart, Wilson Officially Enshrined DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – Five of NASCAR’s legendary competitors – three drivers, an owner and an engine builder/crew chief – were enshrined into the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte, North Carolina, tonight during the Induction Ceremony held in the Crown Ball Room at […]