Centerpiece Top Story Smyth County School Board honors Marion Senior High FFA advisers, others SPorter Apr 29, 2026 4 hrs ago 0 1 of 7 The Smyth County School Board and administrators honor Caleb Ashley, MSHS agriculture teacher, and Adam Tilson, MSHS horticulture teacher. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Jim Kelly received the Extra Mile Award. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Rusty Nutter accepted the My School Shines Award. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Rich Valley Elementary took home an attendance flag. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Northwood Middle School won an attendance flag. Chilhowie High School won an attendance flag. Saltville Elementary was recognized for being most improved in attendance. 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Longtime produce growers to continue Walker's Market A couple who has been growing vegetables for nearly 40 years and who possessed a longtime relationship with the late Gene Walker is going to e…
Mount Rogers NRA updates Smyth County on Grindstone, overlook, ponies and more A conversation initiated to get information about Grindstone Campground’s future expanded to include Skulls Gap, Glade Mountain Road, getting …
3 juveniles face charges following Smyth, Wythe pursuit on I-81 On Sunday, three teenagers were taken into custody following a pursuit that began in Marion and ended in Wythe County. At times, the vehicle b…
23rd annual Older Americans Day coming up in Chilhowie Smyth County’s 23rd annual Older Americans Day will be held on Thursday, May 21, at Chilhowie Town Park at 192 Railroad Drive.
Smyth Commonwealth's Attorney honors Saltville officer Late last month, Elliot T. Davis pleaded guilty to multiple drug- and firearm-related crimes in Smyth County Circuit Court, where he was sente…
