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State Lawmakers Address ‘Workforce Shortage’ in Medical Cannabis Program



The General Assem­bly voted to change the experience requirement for some medical canna­bis employees, expand the shelf life of products and add public record exemptions for the over­seeing agency. Del. Mike Cherry, R- Colonial Heights, intro­duced House Bill 815, which passed the Gen­eral Assembly unani­mously. Pharmaceutical pro­cessors are the state approved companies that grow and dispense medical cannabis. They are […]

Scott County Voters Choose Trump, Biden

Voter turnout in last week’s Republican and Democratic primaries on Su­per Tuesday (March 5) was low in Scott County as the top candidates in both primaries emerged as winners. In the Republican presidential primary, former president Donald Trump was the overwhelming favorite among the six candidates listed on the ballot. He received 90.92 percent of the total votes cast, 2,112. […]

2024 Grafting Classes Announced

If you are interest­ed in learning to graft apple trees, the Scott County Extension Of­fice will be holding grafting workshops on Thursday, March 28. The first begins at 2 p.m. at the Scott Coun­ty Extension Office. Later on, at 6 p.m. at the Scott County Career and Technical Center, Horticulture Shop the second workshop will be held.. The cost for […]

Eastman, Food City Unveil New Plastics Recycling Bin in Kingsport

Last week, Eastman, a global specialty materials company and Food City, a leading regional grocery retailer, unveiled the first (Eastman Road Food City) of three plastic recycling collection bins that will be located at the retailer’s stores in Kingsport, Tenn. The partnership program – Shop, Recycle, Repeat, announced last November – will enable customers to drop off their plastic waste […]

Substance Abuse Among Older Adults can be a Hidden Epidemic in Farming Communities

Agricultural life presents unique pressures that may result in silent suffering among older farmers. Stigmas surrounding behavioral health and a lack of access to resources can exacerbate substance abuse issues, including high-risk drinking. A recent AgriSafe webinar called “Navigating Rural Realities: Addressing Substance Use and Aging in Agricultural Communities” explored how the intersection of substance use and aging poses complex […]

Quinn Minute – Why I Always Carry a Business Card


When I’m at an event with people I’ve never seen before, I depend on my business card for salvation. Even if you don’t have a job, a card lets you to display credentials to get one. You never get a second chance to make a first engraved impression. If Bob says he spends his life daydreaming, you may think he’s […]

Heart of Appalachia Distributes Over 145,000 in Travel Literature in 2023

The Heart of Appala­chia Tourism Authority broke a new record last year in supplying tour­ism related literature to potential visitors. The authority distrib­uted more than 145,000 brochures, magazines and rack cards to pos­sible tourists in 2023, surpassing 2022’s re­cord numbers. Its most popular, the organization’s Appala­chian Backroads map/ brochure, received over 26,100 direct requests – around 10,000 of these received […]

VCEDA 2023 Annual Report Highlights Projects, Expansions

Fifteen new projects and two expansions resulting in a projected 424 jobs and more than $25 million in planned private investment were announced in the region during 2023, according to details highlighted in the Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority (VCEDA) 2023 Annual Report filed last Friday with Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin and the Virginia General Assembly. Combined, the projects are […]

Crooked Road Music Trail Shines a Spotlight on Region’s Musical History

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Crooked Road Music Heritage Trail, a trail honoring the Southwest Virginia’s rich musical roots. The trail winds through 300 miles of scenic terrain, picturesque landscapes, and iconic venues showcasing the region’s rich musical heritage. The Crooked Road will be celebrating its 20th anniversary with special concerts and events throughout the year at […]

Virginia State Parks Campgrounds Are Now Open

Virginia State Parks will reopen its campgrounds for the season on Monday, March 4. Campsites, which have been closed since Dec. 4, are now available for booking online through <reservevaparks.com>. Visitors are encouraged to plan ahead and may make reservations up to 11 months in advance to secure their desired camping dates and accommodations. Managed by the Virginia Department of […]


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