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Privacy laws prevent Smyth school board from commenting on parent allegations

Privacy laws prevent Smyth school board from commenting on parent allegations

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A handful of parents were protesting outside the Smyth County Administration building prior to the School Board’s Monday evening meeting.

Commonwealth's Attorney's Office to host church security training for Smyth County

Commonwealth's Attorney's Office to host church security training for Smyth County

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Last July 13, two women were killed and two other people were injured when a shooter attacked a Baptist church in Kentucky. 2025 also included assaults on churches or church schools in Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Tennessee.

Health Commission analysis finds Smyth hospital 'at risk of closure'

Health Commission analysis finds Smyth hospital 'at risk of closure'

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Last week, a report was released to the Governor and state legislators that said 13 Virginia rural hospitals are either at “immediate risk of closure” or “at risk of closure."

'The Coolest Hometown': Actors, stage crew sought to support new play about Marion

'The Coolest Hometown': Actors, stage crew sought to support new play about Marion

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The playwright of “The Coolest Hometown” and the team gearing up to stage its production is hoping more community members will join their endeavor.

Smyth County undertakes groundwork to prepare for potential data center interest

Smyth County undertakes groundwork to prepare for potential data center interest

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Smyth County has not received a single application from a data center wanting to locate in the community.

Smyth County seeks public input on future use of Carnegie School

Smyth County seeks public input on future use of Carnegie School

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The future of the historic Carnegie High School is up for community consideration.

Record $75 million gift to benefit Virginia Tech athletics, Honors College

Record $75 million gift to benefit Virginia Tech athletics, Honors College

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Virginia Tech announced Thursday it received its largest donation ever through a $75 million pledge that will see most of it go to athletics and a sizeable portion directed to the Honors College. 

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Privacy laws prevent Smyth school board from commenting on parent allegations

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Health Commission analysis finds Smyth hospital 'at risk of closure'

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Smyth County undertakes groundwork to prepare for potential data center interest

Smyth County undertakes groundwork to prepare for potential data center interest

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 12

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After move to new location, Central Va. car repair shop tormented by new neighbor

After move to new location, Central Va. car repair shop tormented by new neighbor

It was the ultimate unwelcome wagon. 

Former Virginia Tech Rector John Rocovich sues Gov. Abigail Spanberger over removal

Former Virginia Tech Rector John Rocovich sues Gov. Abigail Spanberger over removal

Former Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Rector John Rocovich filed a complaint in Montgomery County Circuit Court on Tuesday, asking a judge to determine that Gov. Abigail Spanberger unlawfully removed him from the board in May.

Driver in fatal Stafford bus crash appears in court

Driver in fatal Stafford bus crash appears in court

The driver charged in a Stafford County bus crash that killed five people made his first court appearances Wednesday.

Writing the Declaration of Independence: Five men, one declaration and 17 days

Writing the Declaration of Independence: Five men, one declaration and 17 days

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 11

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 11

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Privateers helped defeat the British Navy, without ever enlisting

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Knicks fans in NYC react to team's historic 29-point comeback win in Game 4

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Wrapped in paradox: Most inclusive tournament in terms of countries participating yet many excluded

Wrapped in paradox: Most inclusive tournament in terms of countries participating yet many excluded

Haxie Meyers-Belkin is pleased to welcome Jules Boykoff, Professor at the Pacific University of Oregon, former professional football player and author on the politics of football. The 2026 FIFA World Cup represents a profound paradox. It is the largest and most inclusive tournament in footba…

'Diverse' former Virginia Tech tennis coach Bowker dies at 89

'Diverse' former Virginia Tech tennis coach Bowker dies at 89

Bowker steered the Tech men to three straight A-10 titles before retiring in 1998.

Knicks fans in NYC react to team's historic 29-point comeback win in Game 4

Knicks fans in NYC react to team's historic 29-point comeback win in Game 4

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Update on Orange County summer child care sites
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Update on Orange County summer child care sites

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Orange County clarifies its summer child care program remains open, with low enrollment prompting consolidation from OES and LES to Locust Grove and Gordon-Barbour.

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Parks and recreation earns VACo award for 2025 flag football tournament
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Parks and recreation earns VACo award for 2025 flag football tournament

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Orange County Parks & Recreation earned a VACo Achievement Award for its 2025 Elementary School Flag Football Tournament, hosted with the high school football team.

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Orange County warns residents about email scam attempts
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Orange County warns residents about email scam attempts

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Orange County warns residents about email scams impersonating county staff, urges verification of charges, and provides tips and contacts to avoid fraud.

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Building Safety Month is an international May campaign promoting modern building codes and awareness of safe, sustainable structures, including the 2026 theme “Built to Last.”

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