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Historical African American cemetery in Pulaski Co. struggles with upkeep, seeking help from community
DUBLIN, Va. (WDBJ) - The West Dublin Cemetery was one of the first African American cemeteries in the area, some tombstones date back to the 19th century. It’s been a safe place for members of the communities to lay loved ones to rest. Maddie Morrison, a long-time resident of...
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Hillsville Tourism Director Lauren Chitwood stands with her son, Ryder, at the 2023 Carroll County Agricultural Fair Poultry Show. The ribbons and trophies Melton earned at the poultry show. Two of his birds shown that night are also in the photo. They are Silver Pheasants named “Randall” and “Ruby.”
Town of Pulaski councilman faces misdemeanor charges
PULASKI, Va. (WDBJ) - Michael Reis is an attorney and serves on the Pulaski Town Council. He’s charged with four misdemeanors related to an alleged conflict of interest involving money that was approved for the Calfee Community and Cultural Center. In fall of 2022, Reis is shown on video...
Berrier drives in five in Carroll win
Britt Berrier drove in five runs and Carroll County banged out 12 hits April 30 to lead the Cavaliers to a 15-3 Three Rivers District win over James River in Buchanan. Berrier went 2-for-4 to lead the Cavalier hit parade, including a two-run single in the second inning and a two-run double in the sixth. Ben Phillips went a perfect 4-for-4 with a run and RBI each, while Cody Reece scored three times and drove in a run in a 2-for-4 effort. Avery Hart added...
Carroll County Public Library holds Annual Book Sale
The Carroll County Public Library will hold their annual book sale from Monday, May 6 to Saturday, May 18. Every year, the library invites the public to browse and purchase items that have either been weeded from the collection or donated from patrons. These items include DVDs, books, vintage magazines, and other miscellaneous finds. Most items are sold by donation, meaning that you can pay what you wish for them. For more information about events held at the Carroll County Public Library, feel free to call the library, visit the Galax-Carroll Regional Library’s website at https://galaxcarroll.lib.va.us/, or check out the library’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
Awareness Day set for Devil's Den Nature Preserve
Just up the road from Mount Airy, in Fancy Gap, Virginia, is a nature preserve that offers unparrelled views from the mountain, as well as plenty for families to do and explore. Coming up on May 4, officials there will be holding a day for area residents to visit, get tours, and have plenty of fun on Devil’s Den Nature Preserve Awareness Day. The Devil’s Den Caves were formed 600...
Softball Game Recap: Galax Takes a Loss
After some red-hot attacks at the plate in their last three games, Galax finally came back down to earth on Tuesday. They lost 13-2 to the Fort Chiswell Pioneers. Galax has not had much luck with Fort Chiswell recently, as the team's come up short the last three times they've met.
Galax man convicted for April 2023 shooting death
CARROLL COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) - A Galax man has been found guilty for the death of one man in an April 2023 shooting. A jury convicted 23-year-old Tyrus Miller of voluntary manslaughter and use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Miller was originally charged with second-degree murder. April...
Lawnmower sparks one-acre brush fire in Galax
GALAX, Va. (WFXR)– The Galax Fire Department reports a lawnmower sparked a brush fire off Live Oak Lane on Saturday, April 27. According to the fire department, crews were dispatched at 5:29 p.m. to the 400 block of Live Oak Lane and found a fire threatening a structure and crowning trees. The fire reportedly was […]
Lady Cavs hit speed bump at James River
Carroll County jetted out to a 13-1 start by combining excellent pitching, near flawless defense and timely hitting to get by nearly every opponent. The ability to avoid giving up a big inning to anyone ended when James River plated eight runs in the bottom of the fifth inning Tuesday night in Buchanan. The Knights pushed Carroll County to the brink of being run ruled for the first time in the four years that Emma Leath has pitched for Coach Rick Nester. James River led...
Mount Airy recognizes lone senior vs. Alleghany
Mount Airy dropped a close battle to Alleghany in the teams’ regular season finale on April 26. The Granite Bears trailed by as many as seven runs before the bats came alive late in the game. Mount Airy scored seven runs across the final four innings, but couldn’t overcome the early deficit and fell 12-7. Mount Airy recognized it’s lone senior, Jack Day, before the Northwest 1A Conference game. ...
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