Virginia state Sen. Ben Chafin dies after contracting COVID-19 David McGee | Washington County News Jan 6, 2021 Jan 6, 2021 Updated May 17, 2023 0 State Sen. Ben Chafin, R-Lebanon, died Friday after complications from COVID-19. WCN File Photo Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save David McGee | Washington County News State Sen. Ben Chafin, R-Lebanon, died Friday as a result of complications from COVID-19.kAmr927:?[ e_[ H2D 2? 2EE@C?6J 2?5 42EE=6 72C>6C 7C@> #FDD6== r@F?EJ] w6 H2D 7:CDE 6=64E65 E@ E96 ':C8:?:2 w@FD6 @7 s6=682E6D :? a_`b 2?5 H2D 6=64E65 E@ E96 DE2E6 D6?2E6 :? a_`c[ H:??:?8 ?62C=J e_T @7 E96 G@E6D 42DE]k^AmkAmw6 25G@42E65 7@C ;@3D :? 9:D 5:DEC:4E[ A2CE:4F=2C=J :? 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Saltville takes step toward transforming Hartwood property into gateway The rehabilitation of the old Hartwood building in Saltville is one step closer to reality this week.
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.
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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 …
