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WISE, Va. (WJHL) – Sixty people have been taken into custody in what the Wise County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office is calling a “major drug-related mass arrest operation in Southwest Virginia.” A release from the office of Commonwealth’s Attorney Brett Hall states that the operation was conducted with the help of state and local authorities throughout […]

WISE COUNTY, Va. (WCYB) — A mass arrest of 60 people took place in Wise County Tuesday as part of a lengthy drug-related investigation, according to Wise County Sheriff Grant Kilgore and Commonwealth’s Attorney Brett Hall. All 60 people were recently indicted by a grand jury with more...

WISE, Va. — Police in Wise County have been busy, as a roundup of 60 drug suspects began Tuesday morning. Wise County Sheriff Grant Kilgore and Commonwealth’s Attorney Brett Hall announced the roundup, dubbed “Round One of 2023.” The 60 suspects are the targets of 75 indictments and well over 100 criminal drug-related charges. The arrests stem from an investigation into the distribution of meth, fentanyl and other drugs.

Dozens of Wise County, Virginia suspects were hauled away during a mass drug arrest operation that Sheriff Grant Kilgore said will be repeated throughout the year. Information from Commonwealth’s Attorney Brett Hall said 60 suspects face 100 charges and 75 indictments after the work of a special and regular grand jury.

Olivia Webb fondly recalls her first goal as a member of Wise County Central High School’s varsity girls soccer team. “It was against Ridgeview my sophomore year,” she said. “I remember feeling accomplished and knew it was only the beginning.”. The 90th goal of Webb’s prep career...

More than 60 people have been arrested in a major drug sweep in Wise County. Wise County Sheriff Grant Kilgore and Commonwealth’s Attorney Brett Hall have announced what they call “Round One of 2023” with more than 75 indictments likely related to distribution of meth, fentanyl and other drugs.

Wise County reported 20 new COVID-19 cases between May 30 and Tuesday. According to Virginia Department of Health statistics, the county’s total number of cases since spring 2020 was 14,168 as of Tuesday, compared to 14,148 one week earlier. Wise County’s total number of COVID deaths remained at 238....

Wise County reported 20 new COVID-19 cases between May 30 and Tuesday. According to Virginia Department of Health statistics, the county’s total number of cases since spring 2020 was 14,168 as of Tuesday, compared to 14,148 one week earlier. Wise County’s total number of COVID deaths remained at 238....

Christopher Allen Williams, trading as Black Bear BBQ, 516 W. Main Street, Appalachia, VA 24216, Wise County is applying to the VIRGINIA ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL (ABC) AUTHORITY for a Mixed Beverage license to sell or manufacture alcoholic beverages. Christopher Williams. Owner. NOTE: Objections to the issuance of this license must...

Athletes from Southwest Virginia have helped deliver stunning wins, reach milestone achievements and came through with clutch performances in the postseason over the course of the past couple of weeks. Yet, no moment was more poignant or touching as what transpired on May 30 in the semifinals of the VHSL...

§§ 8.01-316, -317 Case No. JJ016140-09-00 The object of this suit is to terminate the residual parental rights of the Unknown Father as they pertain to a child known as Grayson Harvey, whose date of birth is August 26th, 2012. “Residual parental rights and responsibilities” mean all rights and responsibilities remaining with the parent after the transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to the right of visitation, consent to adoption, the right to determine religious affiliation and the responsibility for support.

Sealed Bids for the REPLACEMENT OF HVAC UNITS at Litchfield Manor Apartments in Coeburn, VA, Monte Vista Apartments in Big Stone Gap VA, and Ridgeview Apartments in Appalachia VA will be received by Mr. Zachary Bowen, Executive Director of Wise County Redevelopment & Housing Authority, on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, until 2:00 PM, local prevailing time, and then publicly opened and read aloud. The Bid Opening will take place at the Housing Authority Office located at 107 Litchfield Street, Coeburn VA 24230. The procedure for withdrawal of bids shall be according to paragraph 2.2-4330, Code of Virginia.

§§ 8.01-316, -317 Case No. JJ016140-10-00 The object of this suit is to terminate the residual parental rights of Christopher Harvey as they pertain to a child known as Grayson Harvey, whose date of birth is August 26th, 2012. “Residual parental rights and responsibilities” mean all rights and responsibilities remaining with the parent after the transfer of legal custody or guardianship of the person, including but not limited to the right of visitation, consent to adoption, the right to determine religious affiliation and the responsibility for support.

The Wise County School Board is accepting sealed bids for furnishing school bus parts for the 2023-2024 school year. Bids will be received at the Office of the Superintendent of Schools, Transportation Department, Wise County Public Schools, 628 Lake Street NE, Wise, VA 24293 until 2:00 p.m., Monday, June 26, 2023.

BIG STONE GAP, Va. — A Wise County man faces a potential life sentence, after being indicted on drug and gun charges in federal court. Rodney Allen Pickett, 50, of Coeburn, is charged with conspiracy, four counts of distributing meth, felon in possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and possessing a machine gun.

Editor's note: This story was produced by the Virginia Folklife Program and is the latest in a series highlighting individuals working at the intersection of culture and community. Big Stone Gap in Wise County, Virginia, sits in a valley on the Appalachia Straight, roughly 30 miles from the Kentucky border....

On May 3, VACo staff traveled to Southwest Virginia to conduct our third of eight regional meetings slated for 2023. VACo staff had the honor of traveling to Wise County, who graciously hosted the event, to meet with Region 13 county leaders at the historic Inn at Wise. VACo Region 13 encompasses the counties of Buchanan, Dickenson, Lee, Russell, Scott, Tazewell and Wise. These regional meetings allow us to hear directly from county staff and elected officials on the important issues facing localities across Virginia. They also help VACo staff craft the legislative program for the upcoming 2024 legislative session.

COUNTY OF WISE, VIRGINIA, a Political Subdivision of. The object of this suit is to enforce the lien of the Complainant, County of Wise, Virginia, for delinquent real estate taxes against certain real property located in the County of Wise, Virginia, described as follows:. Tax Map No. 076A10 ( )...

Stacker compiled statistics about where people in Wise County are looking to buy homes using cross-market demand and monthly inventory data from Realtor.com.