Lori Carlton stood before her fellow Lifetime Aquatic Swim Organization veterans and its leaders and shared that she learned a great deal about competitive swimming in the Marion program, but she learned even more life lessons.
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Matthew Alley didn’t get to treasure a senior prom photo of his daughter Olivia or experience her high school graduation this spring. The 16-year-old died last summer. However, her physical absence isn’t stopping her dad and other family members from joining an animal rescue to celebrate her…
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For the moment, there is no mechanism by which a data center can locate in Smyth County.
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Last week, Smyth County Community Hospital CEO Dale Clark said the Marion hospital is not at risk of closing.
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Smyth County has taken the first steps to give voters the opportunity to decide whether to levy a 1% sales tax to be used only for school construction or renovation projects.
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When Teresa Mabe started her recovery journey and along the way, times came when she didn’t know if she had the strength to continue. However, one person proved to be a constant rock in her life, who guided her through those moments.
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Already an established massage therapy provider, a Marion business is expanding its services by adding an acupuncturist as well as new therapies.
Monday evening, Dr. Brad Haga, Smyth County School superintendent, told the School Board that the loss of school-based health clinics at several of its schools was akin to a stomach punch.
Already an established massage therapy provider, a Marion business is expanding its services by adding an acupuncturist as well as new therapies.
Alyssa Stoots is only 10 years old, but the youngster isn’t waiting to make a difference in her community.
There are innumerable large concerns in the world that often make small — in this case microscopic — concerns go unnoticed. However, miniscule forever plastics found in everyday appliances and materials can cause substantial health issues. These forever plastics are not going under the radar…
The Appalachian Spirit Gallery, 144 West Main Street in Marion, has a great night planned for their July 10 Second Friday ArtWalk, which will be held from 5-8 p.m.
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Celebrations of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence will be held over several days this week and include at least two fireworks displays in Smyth County.
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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.
After over three decades, the tradition of Phantom opening Marion’s “Biggest Weekend of the Summer” in Marion has come to a close.
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Multiple aspects of health were topics of conversations at the annual 5 Bridges Wellness Fair at Hungry Mother State Park last Friday, but one Marion group put the focus on one natural issue that impacts everyone’s wellbeing: trees.
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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 music. She’s ensuring that her gift reaches as far as possible. Saturday, a pastor suggested that notes she’s played have gone into the outer reaches…
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While officials emphasized that no data center has an application to locate in Smyth County, more than two dozen citizens stressed that they want to keep it that way. The vast majority told county leaders that they want data centers kept out of the county.
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By reflecting on two speeches delivered by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a storyteller left his Marion audience with a challenge Sunday afternoon.
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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 deadline to file was June 16.
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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 to take advantage of its opportunities to enhance their wellbeing.
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Last week, the Chilhowie Town Council honored one of its Warrior athletes who brought home two back-to-back state championships and set a state meet record earlier this month.