Supervisors held another lengthy budget workshop on Monday night with a large and sometimes vocal crowd in attendance. Most were spurred to attend the workshop at the request of District 3 Supervisor Eddie Skeen, who placed an advertisement in this newspaper suggesting that the county real estate tax rate would increase dramatically in order to balance the Fiscal Year 2025... READ MORE >
This multiflora rose features a delicate white flower that is in sharp contrast to its green leaves. The exotic invasive perennial shrub is native to China, Japan, and Korea and was introduced in the United States in the 1860s. It is used for erosion control programs, wildlife habitat enhancement programs and as a natural barrier to roaming farm animals. Sorry!... READ MORE >
Two Scott County 4-H’ers, Emerson Hood and Sarah Lichvar, have an opportunity of a lifetime. The pair has been accepted into the 4-H Dominican Republic Program and are seeking financial assistance to allow them to participate. They plan a couple of fund-raising events next month to help offset their expenses. “While this is a great opportunity, it is also an... READ MORE >
Clinch River Health Services hosts its inaugural “Community Young Mothers Celebration” on Thursday, May 16, from 1 to 4 p.m. at their office located at 17285 Veterans Memorial Highway in Dungannon. “We’re thrilled to host this celebration and provide much-needed support to families with young children in our community,” said Crystal Ball, Chief Operations Officer of Clinch River Health Services.... READ MORE >
The Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program is expanding to include Scott and Lee counties, and Mountain Empire Older Citizens is now accepting applications for the program. This program provides greater access to locally grown fresh fruits, vegetables, and herbs for older citizens who meet income guidelines and supports local farmers. To qualify, recipients must: Be at least 60 years old.... READ MORE >
Farm Credit of the Virginias, a lending cooperative serving Virginia, West Virginia and western Maryland, announced that they are now accepting applications for the third cycle of grant opportunities through their Charitable Contributions Fund. Through the Farm Credit of the Virginias Charitable Contributions Fund, the cooperative supports and builds stronger partnerships with organizations that preserve and promote farmers and families... READ MORE >
Recognizing the current shortage of certified pharmacy technicians in the Appalachian region, as well as Virginia Board of Pharmacy requirements for new pharmacy technicians to be trained in accredited training programs in the Commonwealth of Virginia, the Appalachian College of Pharmacy (ACP) has teamed up with Food City to establish an online Certified Pharmacy Technician program. The number of pharmacy... READ MORE >
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is alerting the public to upcoming delayed openings at their customer service centers (CSC) from May 7-9. The Gate City location will participate in the effort on Thursday, May 9. They will be closed that morning and reopen at 1 p.m. CSCs will close on a rolling schedule to optimize customer options in... READ MORE >
And now, May. Lillian Berliner in her book, “And the Month of May: A Memoir,” wrote “May is the most beautiful month of the year, a month alive with warm color. The flowers and trees are in full bloom. And even the sun joins the rhapsody by emitting warmer rays.” I hope this month is a very good one for... READ MORE >
Ruby Robinette turned 89 years old on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Her birthday was celebrated on Sunday, April 21 with an afternoon birthday party at the home of one of her daughters, Kathy Robinette Lawson Qualls. Her five children and three of her grandchildren were present. Her siblings and a host of family and friends helped in this great celebration.... READ MORE >
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