Mahomes leads Chiefs’ rally past 49ers in Super Bowl, 31-20
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 […]
Documentary tells story of ex-Virginia Tech QB Michael Vick
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 […]
Vassell’s 3-pointers send Florida State over Virginia Tech
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 […]
PH takes control early in win over PCHS
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 […]
Cougar girls win an OT thriller over PH
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 […]
County again seeking okay to tax cigarettes
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 […]
2020 NASCAR Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Honors Five NASCAR Legends
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 […]
Blacksburg Doctor Convicted of 60 Federal Offenses Including Health Care Fraud, Distribution of a Controlled Substance, Obstruction of Justice
ROANOKE, VIRGINIA – The former owner of the Virginia Vein Institute, who illegally distributed controlled substances, conspired to commit health care fraud, committed health care fraud, and then obstructed justice to hinder the investigation, was convicted yesterday at the conclusion of a seven-day jury trial in U.S. District Court in […]
Police open investigation after Virginia lawmaker’s DUI stop
CHRISTIANSBURG, Va (AP) — An internal investigation is underway after an officer let a Virginia lawmaker off with a warning after stopping him on suspicion of intoxicated driving and giving him a breathalyzer test that showed an alcohol level slightly above the legal limit, officials said Thursday. The town of […]
Virginia House passes gun-control measures
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — The Virginia House of Delegates has passed several pieces of gun-control legislation, but some of the measures face an uncertain future in the more conservative Senate. The Democrat-led House approved seven gun measures Thursday, largely along party lines. The legislation will now go to the Senate […]
Locker Room: Swinney wants 10-year record
Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney told a room full of recruits last weekend that he wanted his program to establish a 10-year record for success in college football. The Tigers have already played in five consecutive final four playoffs and two of those turned into national championships. […]