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Cox resigns from Dublin Town Council
At the regular meeting of the Dublin Town Council on April 18th, Dublin Mayor Benny Skeens announced that long serving councilmember Dallas Cox had submitted his resignation from the Council. The resignation, effective May 17, 2024, would include any membership on boards or commissions where Cox served as a representative...
Pulaski man charged in Jan. 6 riots at the U.S. Capitol; more …
From elsewhere: Wildlife officials confirm Tazewell County deer had chronic wasting disease. Blue Ridge Marathon a mix of joy, exhaustion. Roanoke's recycling program faces challenges. The post Pulaski man charged in Jan. 6 riots at the U.S. Capitol; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
19-year-old charged with involuntary manslaughter, DUI after fatal head-on crash
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A 19-year-old is facing charges after a car crash that left a 60-year-old man dead, according to officials. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said officials are investigating the crash, which took place on April 21 around 7:25 a.m. on Riner Road. MCSO said they...
Blacksburg boys beat PC in tennis, 8-1
Jack Powell 0-6 0-6 Ryce Washington 0-6 0-6 Wednesday; Double-Header at Home against Carroll County. “On April 23rd, the PCHS Boys Tennis team faced a formidable foe in Blacksburg, losing 1-8. However, the night ended up being a historic success for our team. For years, Blacksburg’s #1 player has dominated the courts—a streak unchallenged for over six years. Pulaski’s own Camden Hite, a two-year #1 for our team, had yet to win a set against Blacksburg. This time, however, Camden began with a display of talent and vigor by taking the lead with a game score of 5-2 in the first set. Then reality set in, as our opponent rallied to tie the set. Camden finally escaped the noise by winning the next two games and his first set victory with a score of 7-5. The second set was dominated by Blacksburg’s #1 sophomore. Their tiebreaker was headed the same way as the young player surged to a commanding 9-2 lead. That was when the miracle happened. Camden mounted a thrilling comeback, as he won each grueling and essential point to tie and then lead 10-9. His opponent won the next point to force a longer tiebreaker. But as his opponent’s second failed return crashed into the net, Camden triumphed 12-10 to ultimately silence the home crowd with a spectacular victory. As a senior, this triumph in his final match at Blacksburg was a defining and memorable moment for both of us.”
Letters to the Editor
Microburst of appreciation for Carroll Wellness Center. My mind is on expressing a “microburst” of appreciation for the Carroll Wellness Center in Hillsville! I just love that word “microburst.” It is a new word I never knew, coined I assume by the wisdom of weather people to describe what recently took place in our area near exit 14 off I-77.
Wytheville man arrested for possession and selling illegal drugs
WYTHEVILLE, Va. (WDBJ) - A Wytheville man has been arrested for the possession and selling of illegal drugs, according to the Wythe County Sheriff’s Office. On Tuesday, members of the Wythe County Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force and Tactical Team executed a search warrant at a residence on West Monroe St. in the Town of Wytheville. Deputies seized 341 grams of Methamphetamine, 14 grams of Cocaine, and 223 grams of Psilocybin Mushrooms. In addition, $5,986 was also seized from the home and vehicle.
Pulaski County man charged in death of 25-year-old man
PULASKI COUNTY, Va. – A Pulaski County man has been charged in connection with the death of a 25-year-old man, according to the Pulaski County Sheriff’s Office. This comes after deputies were called to the 4800 block of Lee Highway for a report of a disturbance on April 2. Once at the scene, they found Chad O. Pennington, of Hiwassee, dead.
Joann Caldwell Spradlin
After a courageous battle with cancer, Joann Caldwell Spradlin, age 88, peacefully passed into the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Born March 21, 1936 in Bland County, she was proceeded in death by her parents Theodore Caldwell and Bessie Stump Caldwell, her loving and devoted husband of 71 years, Andrew J. (Jack) Spradlin, and two sisters Lillian Minnick and Bobbie Webber.
Local agencies participate in DEA’s National Drug Take Back Day
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — April 27 marks National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and several agencies are partnering with businesses for residents to drop off unused or unwanted prescribed drugs. The 26th Annual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible means of disposing of prescriptions. In 2023, the […]
VSP launching ‘Operation DISS-rupt’ across I-81
WYTHEVILLE, Va. (WFXR)—Virginia State Police across the Commonwealth will be conducting Operation DISS-rupt on all 325 miles of I-81 on Thursday, April 25, and Friday, April 26. The traffic enforcement and educational safety initiative focuses on the ‘DISS’ in driving, which VSP cites as the four main causes of...
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