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Clive Davis, music titan behind Whitney Houston, dies at 94

Seeking gold: Marion teen to compete in world fly fishing championship

Seeking gold: Marion teen to compete in world fly fishing championship

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A rising senior at Marion Senior High School is preparing to go to Ireland to compete against teams from eight other countries and bring a gold medal back to the U.S.  However, expenses come with the endeavor and to help raise money Blake Hall is holding a drawing. The winner will get a guid…

Virginia budget leaders reach 'agreement in principle' for deal

Virginia budget leaders reach 'agreement in principle' for deal

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Virginia budget negotiators are nearing a deal to ensure that the state will have a new two-year spending plan in place on July 1.

Smyth County deputy saves man's life

Smyth County deputy saves man's life

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A Chilhowie man is alive today thanks to the actions of a Smyth County deputy.

Smyth County School Board honors Chilhowie businessman

Smyth County School Board honors Chilhowie businessman

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For decades, a Chilhowie businessman has repeatedly taken steps to help Smyth County schools. Last Monday, the School Board and the Virginia School Boards Association honored Tom Bishop.

Smyth commissioner hosts drive-through high-mileage recording event

Smyth commissioner hosts drive-through high-mileage recording event

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Owners of high-mileage vehicles began coming into Chilhowie Elementary School 45 minutes before a drive-through taxpayer event Saturday morning eager to try to reduce their personal property taxes.

Saltville takes step toward transforming Hartwood property into gateway

Saltville takes step toward transforming Hartwood property into gateway

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The rehabilitation of the old Hartwood building in Saltville is one step closer to reality this week.

Broady to present program to help instill Martin Luther King's clarity, courage

Broady to present program to help instill Martin Luther King's clarity, courage

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Marion native Arthur “Scrapper” Broady is returning to his hometown next weekend to help the community commemorate Juneteenth. He wants to help people understand Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy and help them instill his clarity and courage in their lives.

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Offensive line battles highlight Virginia Tech's summer

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 22

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 22

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6 things to know about the deadly May 29 Stafford bus crash

6 things to know about the deadly May 29 Stafford bus crash

Scrutiny is mounting on E&P Travel as investigators release more information about the fatal Stafford County wreck.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 22

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 22

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 21

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 21

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 20

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James Fayette helped win a war before he won his freedom

James Fayette helped win a war before he won his freedom

Did you know one of the most crucial spies of the American Revolution was an enslaved man who outsmarted a British general?

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 19

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for June 19

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

How Richmond became Virginia’s capital

How Richmond became Virginia’s capital

Virginia’s capital wasn’t always Richmond. A British threat helped prompt the move from Williamsburg in 1779.

Norovirus spreads among Appalachian Trail hikers in Virginia

Norovirus spreads among Appalachian Trail hikers in Virginia

There have been reports of severe sickness reported on the Appalachian Trail, according to a post on social media by Shenandoah National Park.

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Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 5 opponent Pitt

Early look at Virginia Tech's 2026 Week 5 opponent Pitt

The Panthers want to build on the recent success this season when they open with four straight home games and play seven times at Acrisure Stadium. 

World Cup Spectacle in New York: Soccer Fans Take Over Times Square

World Cup Spectacle in New York: Soccer Fans Take Over Times Square

Norwegian fans are once again causing a stir. After Boston, they're taking over Times Square with their rowing motions and transforming the street into a sea of red partygoers.

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 6 opponent Cal

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 6 opponent Cal

Cal's third season in the ACC will feature a nine-game conference schedule. The Golden Bears alternate nonconference and league opponents to open the campaign.

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 4 opponent BC

Early look at Virginia Tech’s 2026 Week 4 opponent BC

Three of last season’s losses were by one score (Michigan State, California and Georgia Tech), and a win at Syracuse to close the campaign provided some semblance of momentum for the offseason. 

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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 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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Clive Davis, music titan behind Whitney Houston, dies at 94

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Clive Davis, the mastermind behind the careers of Whitney Houston, Barry Manilow, Earth, Wind & Fire, Alicia Keys and dozens of other artists, has died.

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