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    Executive Director Emeritus Marilyn Maxwell—MEOC’s first and longtime executive director—took the first steps, joined by Dr. Art Van Zee, a longtime supporter.

    What a day! 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon raises ...

    Thank you to everyone who supported the 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon on Sunday, May 3. The event...

    What a day! 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon raises ...
    Thank you to everyone who supported the 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon on Sunday, May 3. The event...
    Union's Roman Wagner delivers a pitch during Friday's game with Gate City. Wagner was one of four pitchers to make a mound appearance Friday. 

    Union shuts out Gate City behind 13 strikeouts ...

    BIG STONE GAP – A quartet of Union hurlers combined to strikeout 13 Gate City hitters as part of...

    Union shuts out Gate City behind 13 strikeouts ...
    BIG STONE GAP – A quartet of Union hurlers combined to strikeout 13 Gate City hitters as part of...

    Garth Newel Piano Quartet performs Monday at UV...

    Wise, VA – The Garth Newel Piano Quartet is known for their spirited and impassioned performances...

    Garth Newel Piano Quartet performs Monday at UV...
    Wise, VA – The Garth Newel Piano Quartet is known for their spirited and impassioned performances...

    Pro-Art presents Richmond Ballet Studio Company

    Pound, VA – Richmond Ballet’s Studio Company presents an exciting evening of classical and...

    Pro-Art presents Richmond Ballet Studio Company
    Pound, VA – Richmond Ballet’s Studio Company presents an exciting evening of classical and...
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    Dogwood trees are in full bloom in Big Stone Gap. Dogwoods are native throughout most of the...

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    Dogwood trees are in full bloom in Big Stone Gap. Dogwoods are native throughout most of the...
    A collaborative educational attainment agreement between the Appalachian College of Pharmacy and Mountain Empire Community College was celebrated today at MECC. Dr. Kristen Westover, MECC president, left, and Mickey McGlothlin, ACP president, finalized the agreement which will provide MECC students completing MECC’s pre-pharmacy program priority admission to ACP’s accelerated three-year program leading to a doctor of pharmacy degree.

    MECC students gain priority admission to ACP's ...

    OAKWOOD, VA (April 9, 2026) -- The Appalachian College of Pharmacy (ACP) in Oakwood, VA and...

    MECC students gain priority admission to ACP's ...
    OAKWOOD, VA (April 9, 2026) -- The Appalachian College of Pharmacy (ACP) in Oakwood, VA and...

    MECC Hosts “Appalachian Mountains Tribute” Exhi...

    BIG STONE GAP, VA — Mountain Empire Community College is currently hosting “Appalachian Mountains...

    MECC Hosts “Appalachian Mountains Tribute” Exhi...
    BIG STONE GAP, VA — Mountain Empire Community College is currently hosting “Appalachian Mountains...

    Jonesville’s Small Town Scoops receives VCEDA g...

    Jonesville, VA—Small Town Scoops, LLC, a local ice cream and comfort food shop owned by Jessie...

    Jonesville’s Small Town Scoops receives VCEDA g...
    Jonesville, VA—Small Town Scoops, LLC, a local ice cream and comfort food shop owned by Jessie...
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    Executive Director Emeritus Marilyn Maxwell—MEOC’s first and longtime executive director—took the first steps, joined by Dr. Art Van Zee, a longtime supporter. What a day! 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon raises over $138,000 for...
    May 6, 2026
    Thank you to everyone who supported the 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon on Sunday, May 3. The event saw one of the largest crowds in years and...
    Wise County Treasurer reports $3M shortfall, board debates SRO...
    April 15, 2026
    The Wise County Board of Supervisors' regular session on the evening of Thursday, April 9, 2026, was attended by a large group of concerned citizens. Following several...
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    Executive Director Emeritus Marilyn Maxwell—MEOC’s first and longtime executive director—took the first steps, joined by Dr. Art Van Zee, a longtime supporter. What a day! 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon raises over $138,000 for...
    May 6, 2026
    Thank you to everyone who supported the 50th Annual MEOC Walkathon on Sunday, May 3. The event saw one of the largest crowds in years and...
    CFX Authority Board outlines $30M grant push and future strategy...
    May 6, 2026
    WISE, VA – The current status and future planning for the Coalfields Expressway (CFX) project in Virginia were the main topics of discussion during a meeting of the...
    Gov. announces $2.48M fund to boost small businesses
    May 6, 2026
    (RICHMOND, Va.) — Governor Abigail Spanberger announced a strategic investment of $2.48 million through the Commonwealth’s Capital for Communities Fund (CCCF) to support...
    Sports
    Union's Roman Wagner delivers a pitch during Friday's game with Gate City. Wagner was one of four pitchers to make a mound appearance Friday.  Union shuts out Gate City behind 13 strikeouts from quartet of...
    May 6, 2026
    BIG STONE GAP – A quartet of Union hurlers combined to strikeout 13 Gate City hitters as part of a 5-0 Mountain 7 baseball shutout at Buster Taylor...
    Strong pitching, timely hits propel Union past John I. Burton
    May 6, 2026
    BIG STONE GAP — Kynlee Johnson and Braylee Rasnick combined to toss a shutout Thursday evening, leading Union to a 9–0 victory over John I. Burton.The Lady Bears turned in...
    Union's Lexi Shupe (9) stretches to make the grab in Friday's Mountain 7 District with John Battle. Childress’ two-hitter propels John Battle past Union, 6-1
    April 15, 2026
    BIG STONE GAP — Taylor Childress’ complete game two-hitter in the circle proved to be too much to overcome as Union suffered a 6-1 Mountain 7...
    Mountain Empire Older Citizens
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    Seniors may qualify for $50 in farmers market benefits
    May 6, 2026
    Mountain Empire Older Citizens, Inc. will begin accepting applications May 1 for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program. The program helps eligible older adults access...
    Garth Newel Piano Quartet performs Monday at UVA Wise
    May 6, 2026
    Wise, VA – The Garth Newel Piano Quartet is known for their spirited and impassioned performances that offer an enlivened interpretation of both...
    Upcoming Events : Southwest Virginia Museum - May 7
    May 6, 2026
    •  Blossoms and Blessings: A Celebration of Mom  -Saturday, May 9The Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park invites you to join us for a...
    Obituaries
    KARON (MERRILL) JOHNSON
    April 14, 2026
    Karon (Merrill) Johnson passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 6, 2026, in Salem, Va., surrounded by family.Karon was born in Oakland,...
    MARGARET ERNESTINE WOLFE BOWERS
    April 14, 2026
    Margaret Ernestine Wolfe Bowers, lovingly known as “Tine,” passed peacefully from this life into her heavenly home on April 2, 2026—her 85th...
    DR. BRUCE RIGGS (DOC)
    April 7, 2026
    Dr. Bruce Skeen Riggs, (Doc) to his friends and Poppy to his family went to be with his Heavenly family and God on March 28, 2026, at Holston...
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    May 7, 2026

    Legals
    Eli Grey Stidham v. NONE
    May 5, 2026
    ORDER OF PUBLICATIONWise County Circuit Court206 East Main StreetWise, VA 24293Eli Grey Stidhamv.NONE    The object of this suit is to: change the child’s name    It is...
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