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Betsy Perkins, age 66, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Wythe County Community Hospital. She is survived by her parents, Virginia and Richard Perkins. Left to survive her are her fiancé of 25+ years, Mike Alfred Sr. of Max Meadows, and her brother Jamie Perkins, along with a few nieces. She proudly served […]

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Betsy Perkins

Betsy Perkins, age 66, passed away on Friday, December 12, 2025 at Wythe County Community Hospital. She is survived by her parents, Virginia and Richard Perkins. Left to survive her are her fiancé of 25+ years, Mike Alfred Sr. of Max Meadows, and her brother Jamie Perkins, along with a few nieces. ...

12/15/2025

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – During this year’s fall fire season, which ran from Oct. 15 to Nov. 30, the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) suppressed 152 wildfires that burned 1,733 acres and damaged two outbuildings. DOF response efforts during the fall are credited with protecting 36 homes and 39 other structures with a total value […]

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Virginia's fall fire season ends

  CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – During this year’s fall fire season, which ran from Oct. 15 to Nov. 30, the Virginia Department of Forestry (DOF) suppressed 152 wildfires that burned 1,733 acres and damaged two outbuildings. DOF response efforts during the fall are credited with protecting 36 homes...

12/15/2025

By Britney Hodge It’s often said that lightning never strikes twice, but for the Pulaski County Cougars boys track and field team, history was made again and again at the Liberty Christmas Invitational, as school records fell, state qualifications came in pairs, and personal bests piled up across the roster. The boys 4×200 meter relay […]

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Cougars compete in Liberty Christmas Track & Field Invitational

By Britney Hodge It’s often said that lightning never strikes twice, but for the Pulaski County Cougars boys track and field team, history was made again and again at the Liberty Christmas Invitational, as school records fell, state qualifications came in pairs, and personal bests piled up across ...

12/15/2025

The PCHS Cougar wrestling team turned in an impressive performance at the Cave Spring Tournament, finishing third out of 14 teams despite being short handed. “We had a very good day,” said PCHS head coach Zach Silver. “We came into the tournament knowing that any wins would not come easy due to having five starters […]

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PCHS Cougar Wrestlers Perform Well at Big Tournament at Cave Spring

The PCHS Cougar wrestling team turned in an impressive performance at the Cave Spring Tournament, finishing third out of 14 teams despite being short handed. “We had a very good day,” said PCHS head coach Zach Silver. “We came into the tournament knowing that any wins would not come easy due t...

12/15/2025

Monday, December 15, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) hosted a roundtable with agency leaders and public officials to discuss public health policies and efforts that address Lyme disease and other tickborne illnesses. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Dr. Mehmet […]

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Chairman Griffith Attends HHS Roundtable on Lyme Disease

Monday, December 15, 2025 – The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) hosted a roundtable with agency leaders and public officials to discuss public health policies and efforts that address Lyme disease and other tickborne illnesses. HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Centers fo...

12/15/2025

RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation today announced the opening of a new grant round for the Virginia Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance Fund, which supports projects that help dam owners and Virginia localities enhance public safety and reduce the risk of dam failures and property damage from flooding. […]

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$5 million in matching grants now available to Virginia dam owners

RICHMOND, Va. – The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation today announced the opening of a new grant round for the Virginia Dam Safety, Flood Prevention and Protection Assistance Fund, which supports projects that help dam owners and Virginia localities enhance public safety and reduc...

12/15/2025

Registration is now open for two short-term welding training programs at New River Community College, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). Both programs are non-credit, and each is a one-week, six-session program. Students may enroll in the welding classes together or individually. All classes will be taught by NRCC Associate […]

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NRCC to offer several short-term welding courses in the new year

Registration is now open for two short-term welding training programs at New River Community College, Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). Both programs are non-credit, and each is a one-week, six-session program. Students may enroll in the welding classes together or....

12/15/2025

June 29, 1948 – December 12, 2025 Albert (Al) Lemuel Smith, III, 77, died December 12, 2025, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Al was born June 29, 1948 in Charles City, Virginia, the son of the late Albert Lemuel Smith, Jr. and Mary Ruffin Smith. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother […]

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Albert (Al) Lemuel Smith, III

June 29, 1948 – December 12, 2025 Albert (Al) Lemuel Smith, III, 77, died December 12, 2025, at Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Al was born June 29, 1948 in Charles City, Virginia, the son of the late Albert Lemuel Smith, Jr. and Mary Ruffin Smith. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his ...

12/15/2025

Patricia “Midge” Lambert, devoted wife and mother, age 79 of Max Meadows went to her heavenly home on December 12, 2025. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 61 years, George W. Lambert of Max Meadows; son, Wes Lambert and wife Melissa of Pulaski; sister, Betty Smith of Pulaski; brother, Raymond Collins and […]

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Patricia “Midge” Lambert

Patricia “Midge” Lambert, devoted wife and mother, age 79 of Max Meadows went to her heavenly home on December 12, 2025. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 61 years, George W. Lambert of Max Meadows; son, Wes Lambert and wife Melissa of Pulaski; sister, Betty Smith of Pulaski; brother...

12/15/2025

From Virginia Tech At a historic juncture for Virginia Tech Athletics, a donor has stepped forward to make the largest gift to Hokie sports. The anonymous gift commitment of $20 million follows the university’s announcement of an ambitious budget plan to better position teams to compete at the highest level. The gift will advance […]

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Invest to Win takes flight with $20 million record gift to Virginia Tech athletics

From Virginia Tech At a historic juncture for Virginia Tech Athletics, a donor has stepped forward to make the largest gift to Hokie sports.   The anonymous gift commitment of $20 million follows the university’s announcement of an ambitious budget plan to better position teams to compete at ...

12/15/2025

Staff Report The Pulaski County Lady Cougars basketball team upped their season record to 2-0 last week, holding on to beat Floyd County, 56-54. Pulaski County got off to a hot start right off the bat, jumping out to a 21-8 lead at the end of the first quarter. Kaliyah Green led the was for […]

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Lady Cougars hold on to beat Floyd for 2-0 start

Staff Report The Pulaski County Lady Cougars basketball team upped their season record to 2-0 last week, holding on to beat Floyd County, 56-54. Pulaski County got off to a hot start right off the bat, jumping out to a 21-8 lead at the end of the first quarter. Kaliyah Green led the was for [&hellip...