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An article in the April 16, 2025 edition about the board of supervisors’ budget workshop incorrectly identified Eddie Skeen as the District 2 Supervisor. Skeen represents District 3 on the Scott County Board of Supervisors. We regret the error.

Fish and chicken dinner served with lots of fantastic sides, a large variety of homemade desserts and drinks is planned for Saturday, May 3 at 4 p.m. at the Boozy Creek Community Center, located at 1989 Shellys Road in Bristol. Music provided by Harlan County Grass, from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Door prizes will be given away and purchase raffle […]

Farm Credit of the Virginias (FCV), a cooperative lending institution serving Virginia, West Virginia and western Maryland, returns $33 million this month to its customer-owners through their annual patronage program. FCV’s cooperative framework allows the association to return a portion of its profits back to customer-owners on an annual basis. During 2024, agricultural producers and rural homeowners faced another year […]

Mountain Empire Community College (MECC) announces that the scholarship application for the 2025-26 academic year is now open. All students planning to enroll for Summer and Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 are encouraged to apply. MECC offers a variety of scholarships to assist students in achieving their academic and career goals. Scholarships are available based on academic achievement, financial need, […]

Eastman has been recognized as a 4-Star Employer in the 2025 VETS Indexes Employer Awards. The award recognizes Eastman for its strong commitment to recruiting, hiring, retaining, developing and supporting U.S. military veterans and the military-connected community. “We are honored to be recognized once again for our support of U.S. military veterans, guard members and reservists,” said Travis Smith, Executive […]

The deadline is coming – in fact, it’s almost here. Beginning May 7, 2025, airline passengers need an enhanced driver’s license, known as Real ID, or a passport to board a plane. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware — anytime there is a deadline there will also […]

The Gate City Town Council approved a brand-new design for the Water Street Community Park last week. A park they plan to hold a groundbreaking ceremony on April 30 to kick off the event. The council met Tuesday, April 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Gate City Town Hall with Mayor Jamie Lawson, Town Manager Greg Jones and Town Attorney […]

Each year, the U.S. House of Representatives sponsors the Congressional Art Competition for high school students. The competition is an exciting way for a student from the region to represent the Ninth Congressional District in Washington, stated Ninth District Rep. Morgan Griffith. The Artistic Discovery Contest is open to all high school students in the Ninth District. The chosen theme […]

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is reminding eligible small businesses, private nonprofit (PNP) organizations, homeowners and renters in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia of the April 27 deadline to apply for federal disaster loans to offset losses from physical damage caused by Helene and Milton. Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for […]