Sam Adams (Bob McConnell) and William Penn (Bucky Clabaugh) are part of the large number of re-enactors on hand for the Colonial Experience at the Blockhouse. Visitors are also shown the proper way to take tea while Mark and Cameron Jenkins and their son enjoy a snack. Sorry! An active online subscription is required to access this content. Please login... READ MORE >
Supervisors held their first budget meeting last Tuesday in a marathon five-hour session where they discussed options to cover a more than $3 million shortfall. One of those options included reducing the county attorney to a part-time position. That action was suggested by District 3 Supervisor Eddie Skeen, who noted that Russell County, a population-wise larger county, only had a... READ MORE >
The General Assembly reconvened April 17 for legislators to address 116 of the governor’s bill recommendations, and decide how to tackle his 242 budget amendments. Democrats did not attempt to override any of the 153 vetoes made by Gov. Glenn Youngkin, as they lacked the necessary two-thirds majority in each chamber. Democratic priorities such as a minimum wage increase will... READ MORE >
If you’ve ever been to a Mountain Empire Older Citizens Walkathon, there’s a good chance Anne Newlun was there. Newlun, or “Miss Anne” as most people in Norton, where she lives and taught at Norton Elementary School for 49 years, affectionately call her, is among the event’s most loyal supporters. She has participated in the annual Walkathon to raise money... READ MORE >
Carter’s Fort Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution invites you to journey with them towards the 250th anniversary of our nation’s independence, July 4, 2026 What was happening 250 years ago in the month of April 1774? After the tea was dumped into the harbor at Boston, express rider Paul Revere rode to New York and informed the... READ MORE >
This past Saturday morning, I had breakfast at First Baptist Church, Kingsport. The occasion was the kickoff for the third Acts of Love ministry our church does throughout the city. Some 350 people were involved in a number of ministries to share the love of Christ. Those included among others a host of projects which included volunteer work at the... READ MORE >
The new Dungannon Library opened Saturday afternoon with free popcorn and snow cones for the children. New librarian, Melanie Clark, plans a series of summer reading events for youngsters in the community. It begins May 7 with the Berenstain Bears Go to Camp, followed by June 4 – The Princess and the Pea, July 9 – Llama Llama Red Pajamas... READ MORE >
The Scott County Recreation Department would like to sincerely thank each and every one of the volunteer coaches and assistants who have helped make our Youth Basketball Leagues a great success. It is the efforts of the youngsters and yourselves that make the program such a success. You are to be commended for dedicating your time, energy, and expertise toward... READ MORE >
‘The Scott County Virginia Star accepts Letters to the Editors on pertinent issues facing Scott County citizens. Please note that the views expressed in each letter is solely that of the author and does not reflect any opinion of the newspaper. Letters accepted for publication must be 250 words or less, signed by the author and contain the complete name,... READ MORE >
Fish and chicken dinner served with lots of fantastic sides, a large variety of homemade desserts and drinks is planned for Saturday, May 4 at 4 p.m. at the Boozy Creek Community Center, located at 1989 Shellys Road in Bristol. Music provided by Bill Copas and Steel Creek, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Door prizes will be given away. For... READ MORE >
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