Centerpiece Top Story Chilhowie dog park dedicated to late Smyth Sheriff's Office K9 handler SPorter May 21, 2026 May 21, 2026 0 1 of 6 Dr. Peter Bruzzo pays his respects to the late Corporal Chris Paschal at a Friday ceremony in Chilhowie. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Officers from multiple agencies attended the ceremony. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Chilhowie Police Chief Andrew Moss unveils the monument rededicating the Chilhowie dog park. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger The late Chris Paschal's wife, Kasey, and daughter, Keyleigh, share their reflections. Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Stephanie Porter-Nichols/Smyth County News & Messenger Chris Paschal with his new crime-fighting partner, Ben, in 2007. 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Privacy laws prevent Smyth school board from commenting on parent allegations A handful of parents were protesting outside the Smyth County Administration building prior to the School Board’s Monday evening meeting.
Marion Senior High grad claims top state art award For the second year in a row, a Smyth County high school student has claimed the state title in an art competition.
Health Commission analysis finds Smyth hospital 'at risk of closure' Last week, a report was released to the Governor and state legislators that said 13 Virginia rural hospitals are either at “immediate risk of …
Communities rally to support officer injured in the line of duty Communities in Smyth and Wythe counties are working to support one of their own who was injured in the line of duty.
Smyth County undertakes groundwork to prepare for potential data center interest Smyth County has not received a single application from a data center wanting to locate in the community.
