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Smyth asks court to OK 1% sales tax referendum for schools

Smyth asks court to OK 1% sales tax referendum for schools

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Smyth County has taken the first steps to give voters the opportunity to decide whether to levy a 1% sales tax to be used only for school construction or renovation projects.

Smyth Strong Award: Honoring Greer for giving others' hope

Smyth Strong Award: Honoring Greer for giving others' hope

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When Teresa Mabe started her recovery journey and along the way, times came when she didn’t know if she had the strength to continue. However, one person proved to be a constant rock in her life, who guided her through those moments.

Marion massage therapy practice adds acupuncturist, new therapies

Marion massage therapy practice adds acupuncturist, new therapies

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Already an established massage therapy provider, a Marion business is expanding its services by adding an acupuncturist as well as new therapies.

Alyssa's Angels: Working to make a difference in Chilhowie, beyond

Alyssa's Angels: Working to make a difference in Chilhowie, beyond

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Alyssa Stoots is only 10 years old, but the youngster isn’t waiting to make a difference in her community.

Chilhowie, industries address forever plastics

Chilhowie, industries address forever plastics

  • Lakyn Austin Correspondent

There are innumerable large concerns in the world that often make small — in this case microscopic — concerns go unnoticed. However, miniscule forever plastics found in everyday appliances and materials can cause substantial health issues. These forever plastics are not going under the radar…

Warrior and Poet: Bland County veteran's poem part of state anthology

Warrior and Poet: Bland County veteran's poem part of state anthology

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Living next to a bus station in Philadelphia, a robotic announcer would often awaken Josiah Jack and his wife in the wee hours of the morning as it offered announcements.

Hokies, Cavs, Keydet, Highlander selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft

Hokies, Cavs, Keydet, Highlander selected on Day 2 of MLB Draft

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Luke Craytor, Griffin Stieg, Madden Clement, Grayson Fitzwater and Ray Ladd were among those chosen.

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Smyth Strong Award: Honoring Greer for giving others' hope

Smyth Strong Award: Honoring Greer for giving others' hope

Smyth asks court to OK 1% sales tax referendum for schools

Smyth asks court to OK 1% sales tax referendum for schools

Smyth sheriff reports first numbers from photo-enforced I-81 work zone

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Warner: No Democratic 'retribution campaign' if party wins midterms

Warner: No Democratic 'retribution campaign' if party wins midterms

Virginia's Mark Warner, running for his fourth term in the Senate, says it would be unwise of Democrats to try to impeach the president for a third time. 

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 20

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 20

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 19

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 19

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 18

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 18

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Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 17

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 17

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Prostitution ring at Roanoke bridal shop: First conviction gets man for racketeering

Prostitution ring at Roanoke bridal shop: First conviction gets man for racketeering

Five people were allegedly involved in a criminal organization that engaged in drug dealing, prostitution and human trafficking in multiple jurisdictions, from Floyd County to Rockbridge County.

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 16

Wytheville neighbors: Obituaries for July 16

Read through the obituaries published today in SWVA Today.

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Commissioner Greg Sankey kicks off SEC Media Days in Tampa

Commissioner Greg Sankey kicks off SEC Media Days in Tampa

Trump Says Qatar-Gifted Air Force One Will Be 'Maxed Out' With New Security Upgrades

Trump Says Qatar-Gifted Air Force One Will Be 'Maxed Out' With New Security Upgrades

Concerned about poor air quality? How to read the AQI.

Concerned about poor air quality? How to read the AQI.

'We gave it everything': Fans react to World Cup final game

'We gave it everything': Fans react to World Cup final game

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Commissioner Greg Sankey kicks off SEC Media Days in Tampa

Commissioner Greg Sankey kicks off SEC Media Days in Tampa

The SEC football season is officially underway with Media Days in Tampa. Commissioner Greg Sankey hit on several topics.

Sun Belt Conference hopes for more CFP opportunities

Sun Belt Conference hopes for more CFP opportunities

The Sun Belt isn’t satisfied with one CFP berth. The goal now? Win playoff games.

'We gave it everything': Fans react to World Cup final game

'We gave it everything': Fans react to World Cup final game

Virginia standout left tackle McKale Boley looks to solidify NFL Draft stock in 2026

Virginia standout left tackle McKale Boley looks to solidify NFL Draft stock in 2026

McKale Boley likely would’ve been picked in this past April’s NFL Draft, but the Virginia offensive tackle had his reasons for returning to the Hoos for the 2026 season.

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Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration
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Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration

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Learn about Orange County, VA’s free Playin’ in the Park Independence celebration at Booster Park on July 2, 2026, including parking, timing, and meeting access.

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Parking available for planning commission during Playin’ in the Park
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Parking available for planning commission during Playin’ in the Park

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Parking at the Orange County Public Safety Building will remain available for the July 2, 2026 planning commission meeting during the Playin’ in the Park event.

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Orange County announces Independence Day facility closures
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Orange County announces Independence Day facility closures

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Orange County government facilities, landfill, libraries, and animal shelter will observe Independence Day closures July 3–4, with normal operations resuming afterward.

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Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration in Orange County
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Playin' in the Park Independence Day celebration in Orange County

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Learn about Orange County, Virginia's free Playin' in the Park Independence Celebration at Booster Park, including date, time, parking and what to bring.

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What can leaving home teach us about ourselves? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 From Scotland to small-town Iowa, meaningful journeys often reshape perspective through unexpected encounters, memorable stories and renewed appreciation.

Is starting over an act of courage or an act of escape? | The Ethical Life podcast

Is starting over an act of courage or an act of escape? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts explore personal reinvention, lifelong obligations and whether pursuing fulfillment can justify leaving behind commitments, relationships and the people who depend upon us.

How would you respond to these four ethical dilemmas? | The Ethical Life podcast

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🎧 Topics include confronting dishonesty, declining a destination wedding you can’t afford, using technology appropriately in nature and getting proper credit at work.

What does it mean to love a country with an imperfect past? | The Ethical Life podcast

What does it mean to love a country with an imperfect past? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 As the nation approaches its 250th birthday, the hosts examine patriotism, historical memory and whether gratitude can coexist with honest reflection.

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Wildfire smoke poses serious health risks. What to know

Wildfire smoke poses serious health risks. What to know

More toxic than normal air pollution, wildfire smoke can linger in the air for weeks and travel thousands of miles.

Concerned about poor air quality? How to read the AQI.

Concerned about poor air quality? How to read the AQI.

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