Centerpiece Top Story 'The Coolest Hometown': Actors, stage crew sought to support new play about Marion SPorter Jun 8, 2026 Jun 8, 2026 0 1 of 2 Mike Guy, Bob Watkins, and Hannah Combs enjoy a humorous moment as they review the script for The Coolest Hometown. SPorter SPorter Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save SPorter The playwright of “The Coolest Hometown” and the team gearing up to stage its production is hoping more community members will join their endeavor.kAm%96 A=2J H:== E2<6 2F5:6?46 >6>36CD @? 2 E@FC E9C@F89 |2C:@?’D 9:DE@CJ[ :?4=F5:?8 :ED 7@F?5:?8 2D #@J2= ~2<]k^AmkAm“%96 r@@=6DE w@>6E@H?” H2D A6??65 3J |2C:@?’D |:<6 vFJ[ H9@ A@DD6DD6D 2 =:76E:>6 A2DD:@? 7@C 9:DE@CJ 2?5 HC:E:?8] vFJ 92D H@C<65 2D 2 ;@FC?2=:DE 2?5 92D HC:EE6? 3@@<D] w@H6G6C[ 96 564:565 E@ HC:E6 E9:D A=2J 27E6C “H2E49:?8 $4C2AA6C qC@25J’D @?6\>2? 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Marion neighborhood hosts Fourth decorating contest for country's 250th anniversary Marion is often referred to as the USA’s most patriotic town. This year, Culbert Drive may well deserve the designation of Marion’s most patri…
A mother's love backs new eatery in Chilhowie Penny’s Kitchen & Entertainment is ready to serve customers a meal, but it’s also prepared to help patrons play games or let off a little steam.
Roanoke police investigating kennel, urge owners to remove dogs Police have not said why they are investigating City Dogs Boarding and Playcare.
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.
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…
National Great Outdoors Month: Clinton's 1998 Proclamation, National Parks and America's Public Lands Summer
National Great Outdoors Month: Clinton's 1998 Proclamation, National Parks and America's Public Lands Summer
