Centerpiece Top Story A mother's love backs new eatery in Chilhowie SPorter Jul 2, 2026 2 hrs ago 0 1 of 5 Owners and operators Stephen and Jonathan McCarty show some of the axes ready to use in Penny's Kitchen & Entertainment's axe-throwing area. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger To celebrate the new eatery, Stephen and Jonathan McCarty were joined by Jonathan's son, Jackson, and General Manager Scott Sutphin. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger The late Penny Robinson McCarty with one of her beloved horses. Submitted photo The new Chilhowie restaurant recently celebrated with a ribbon cutting. 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Chilhowie church celebrates Britton's 50 years of music ministry For the last half century, Pat Britton not only shared her gift for music by performing but also by teaching others to tap into their love for…
Smyth County citizens speak out against data centers While officials emphasized that no data center has an application to locate in Smyth County, more than two dozen citizens stressed that they w…
Candidate slates finalized for Chilhowie, Marion, Saltville The three towns in Smyth County will all boast competitive races for open town council seats this November. The ballot has been set as the dea…
Phantom retires from Marion's Block Party as From The Edge steps in for 'Biggest Weekend' After over three decades, the tradition of Phantom opening Marion’s “Biggest Weekend of the Summer” in Marion has come to a close.
Wellness fair to return to Hungry Mother State Park in Marion More than 3,000 people attended last year’s 5 Bridges Wellness Fair at Hungry Mother State Park. This year, even more individuals are expected…
