Feb 4, 2025 · Lady Raiders clinch the title while Spartans ge... NORTON — The Lady Raiders jumped out to a 16-8 lead after one period of play and never looked...

Jan 30, 2025 · Wise, Va. – Dr. Joseph F. Smiddy, the longtime Health Director for the Health Wagon was recently...

Mountain Empire Older Citizens invites local churches and individuals to join the upcoming...

Governor Youngkin has announced over $23.6 million in Community Development Block Grants for 33 projects across the Commonwealth. Almost $7.5 million will be used for...

Glenda R. Brickey, age 83 of Cromwell, passed away on Monday, February 3, 2025 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. She was born on October 14, 1941 in Norton,...

Wise, Va. – Dr. Joseph F. Smiddy, the longtime Health Director for the Health Wagon was recently presented with the “Appalachian Hero Award” during...

The long summer break is finally over, high school football has returned and I have a trio of games to pick for you this week as all of our teams in the coverage area begin...

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Jan 20, 2024 · Wise County reported 50 new COVID-19 cases between Jan. 9 and Tuesday. According to Virginia Department of Health statistics, the county’s total number of cases since spring 2020 was 15,736 as of Tuesday, compared to 15,686 one week earlier.

Betty Hall loves to help others, even at the age of 100. She loves attending First Church of God in Wise, VA. She loves shopping and reading. ...