Saturday Celebration
Saturday was a great time to visit Scott County and join the funtastic celebration in Nickelsville at the 30th annual Nickelsville Days or in Gate City at the Jeep Jam. Youngsters of all ages including patriotic children and a princess enjoyed the day’s activities.
‘Quilts of Valor’ Presented to Local Veterans
During a family reunion held over Memorial Day weekend, an Indianapolis man with roots in Scott County wanted to show his appreciation for several of his family members’ military service. Dallas Reed nominated three of his cousins to receive a Quilt of Valor to honor their service to their country. He also crafted each of the special quilts as a […]
Dungannon Students Stress Importance of Mussel Conservation in the Clinch
The Dungannon Elementary School Science Club, under the guidance of Lenora Chandler and Ashley Culbertson, recently had the opportunity to present their findings to the High Knob Enhancement Cooperation (HKEC) Board. The meeting was hosted by the Town of Dungannon at the Dungannon Depot. The Science Club was awarded a mini grant from the Clinch River Youth Summit, which they […]
GC Academic Team Posts 5-5 Record at National Tourney
This past weekend, Gate City High School’s academic team joined 303 of the top high school quiz bowl teams at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis for the 2023 High School National Championship Tournament to determine who was the best. The team, which finished at 5-5 overall, instigated one of the most memorable comebacks in the meet’s history. Down 120-5, the Devils […]
Medical Scholarship
John Ferguson, president of the Nickelsville Medical Center Board of Directors, presents a $1,000 scholarship award to Katlin Castle at the Twin Springs High School Awards Day. Castle, the daughter of Stacy and Heather Castle, plans to attend Mountain Empire Community College this fall then transfer to Lincoln Memorial University to pursue a medical degree.
Briefs
Donations are sought for mowing expenses and upkeep of Free Hill Memorial Cemetery. Send checks payable to Free Hill Cemetery Fund to P.O. Box 195, Nickelsville, Va. 24271. Any and all donations are appreciated. Benefit yard sale for Eddie and Michelle Bishop is planned through June 3, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Clinchport Town Hall. Proceeds benefit Michelle, […]
