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Mount Rogers NRA updates Smyth County on Grindstone, overlook, ponies and more

Mount Rogers NRA updates Smyth County on Grindstone, overlook, ponies and more

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A conversation initiated to get information about Grindstone Campground’s future expanded to include Skulls Gap, Glade Mountain Road, getting Internet service to Konnarock, and possibly moving wild ponies.

Virginia RB Taylor among NFL Draft hopefuls. Plus, other names to watch

Virginia RB Taylor among NFL Draft hopefuls. Plus, other names to watch

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J'Mari Taylor has already had quite the journey from a college walk-on at an FCS school to the ACC championship game with Virginia.

General Assembly dismisses Spanberger's changes on major bills

General Assembly dismisses Spanberger's changes on major bills

  • DAVE RESS and MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

Lawmakers dismissed suggested changes to many significant bills, including measures to rein in prescription drug prices.

Longtime produce growers to continue Walker's Market

Longtime produce growers to continue Walker's Market

  • SPorter

A couple who has been growing vegetables for nearly 40 years and who possessed a longtime relationship with the late Gene Walker is going to ensure that Walker’s Market continues to operate.

Legislators reject governor's recommendations on marijuana, risk veto

Legislators reject governor's recommendations on marijuana, risk veto

  • ERIC KOLENICH Richmond Times-Dispatch

If she chooses to veto, Virginia cannot enact legislation on the matter until 2027. 

23rd annual Older Americans Day coming up in Chilhowie

23rd annual Older Americans Day coming up in Chilhowie

    Smyth County’s 23rd annual Older Americans Day will be held on Thursday, May 21, at Chilhowie Town Park at 192 Railroad Drive.

    Virginia voters narrowly pass redistricting referendum

    Virginia voters narrowly pass redistricting referendum

    • MICHAEL MARTZ Richmond Times-Dispatch

    Virginia Democrats made a national statement on Tuesday with a narrow victory in a voter referendum on a constitutional amendment to redraw congressional maps before midterm elections in November.

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    Longtime produce growers to continue Walker's Market

    Longtime produce growers to continue Walker's Market

    Smyth Commonwealth's Attorney honors Saltville officer

    Smyth Commonwealth's Attorney honors Saltville officer

    3 juveniles face charges following Smyth, Wythe pursuit on I-81

    3 juveniles face charges following Smyth, Wythe pursuit on I-81

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    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 24

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    Prosecutor's 'novel theory' provokes heated debate in UVa football player's rape case

    Prosecutor's 'novel theory' provokes heated debate in UVa football player's rape case

    Tensions flared in the courtroom last week in the rape case of UVa footballer Jahmal Edrine after the prosecution argued that unwanted ejaculation can qualify as rape.

    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 23

    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 23

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    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 22

    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 22

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    Photos: Election Day in the Richmond area

    Photos: Election Day in the Richmond area

    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 21

    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 21

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    Injured hiker rescued from Old Rag in Madison County

    Injured hiker rescued from Old Rag in Madison County

    A hiker was rescued Sunday afternoon after sustaining a head injury on Old Rag Mountain in Madison County.

    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 20

    Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for April 20

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    What we learned from Virginia football's spring practices

    What we learned from Virginia football's spring practices

    Virginia football wrapped up its spring drills last Saturday with its annual Blue-White contest. Here is what we learned from the Hoos' month of practice.

    Raiders Draft QB Fernando Mendoza As No.1 Overall Pick

    Raiders Draft QB Fernando Mendoza As No.1 Overall Pick

    The Las Vegas Raiders selected former Indiana Hoosiers quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No.1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Mendoza becomes just the third player to win the Heisman Trophy, a national title and be drafted as the No.1 pick in a 12-month window. “What a great organiza…

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    Orange County tourism department wins two Virgo Awards
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    Orange County’s Corks and Caps program earned two VADMO Virgo Awards, highlighting the county’s craft beverage industry and seasonal passport-style trail.

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    Greene County bottled water distribution details
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    Greene County bottled water distribution details

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    Greene County Office of Emergency Services offers bottled water at 9845 Spotswood Trail for residents under a boil water advisory from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on April 21–22.

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    Greene County announces bottled water distribution site
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    Greene County announces bottled water distribution site

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    Greene County Emergency Services has opened a bottled water site at 9845 Spotswood Trail in Stanardsville for boil advisory residents, open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 21–22.

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    Fire prohibition in Madison County effective April 14, 2026
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    Fire prohibition in Madison County effective April 14, 2026

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    Madison County has prohibited open-air fires effective April 14, 2026, due to drought and wildfire risk, authorizing emergency management to reduce fire danger.

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