Lives have been lost throughout Smyth County to substance use disorder. A new initiative wants to help the community see the faces and names of those who’ve died from addiction and learn the stuff of their lives – what made them laugh, cry, love.
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Last Friday, students and staff were treated to hamburgers made with local beef as two farms helped Smyth County celebrate Farm to School Week.
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“Community Champions” is a title that well describes a Chilhowie couple who has repeatedly but quietly given to their community. Earlier this month, they received an award bearing that name.
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Lives lost were remembered, while lives saved were celebrated at last week’s Smyth County Recovery Court candlelight vigil.
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A Wednesday evening candidates’ forum brought out some of those seeking a seat on one of Smyth County’s three town councils.
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Quarterback Beau Pribula and wide receiver Da'Shawn Martin sparked Virginia football to overcome a 10-point third-quarter deficit and rally from behind for a win over Syracuse on Saturday night.
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Cal defensive back Cam Sidney was credited with a pass breakup on a throw intended for Luke Reynolds in the back of the end zone, and the Golden Bears escaped with a 25-20 win over the Hokies on Saturday afternoon at California Memorial Stadium.
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