Crews battle blazing infernoWISE, VA – Fire crews from Wise Fire and Rescue battled a severe two-alarm commercial structure fire at Reno’s Friday...

We are truly overwhelmed by the incredible outpouring of support for the Reno's Pizza initiative! We've seen customers drive two to three hours...

Grand jury indictments issued on February 18, 2026, in Wise County for crimes spanning from carjacking and assault on law enforcement to forgery.• SHAHON DEANTRON CUMBO,...

BIG STONE GAP — Gate City accomplished its tough goal of winning the Mountain 7 District basketball tournament Saturday and clinching a home game...

BIG STONE GAP — It was not flashy, but it was effective.Using a blue-collar approach Saturday, Central rode the scoring efforts of its two top...

BIG STONE GAP – Gate City jumped out to a 15-8 lead in the first quarter and set the tone for a quick-paced, physical style of play against Central...

Pound, VA – Conceived and directed by Martín Santangelo and choreographed by Bessie Award-winning principal dancer Soledad Barrio and Martín...

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Big Stone Gap, VA – Right off the streets of New Orleans, Tuba Skinny brings the best in traditional early jazz, blues and swing to audiences...

D. Michael Donathan, 87, passed away on Thursday, December 18, 2025, at his home in Wise.He was Professor of Music and Chair of the Department of...

Jerious Hansford Clark (Jerico), 75, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 19, 2026 at the Norton Community Hospital with his family...

Ralph “Rex” Payne, 91, took his last breath on earth and his first breath in heaven on Friday, February 20, 2026. He passed away at Holston Valley...

FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT WITH BENEFITSTOWN OF WISE    The Town of Wise is accepting applications for the position of  Human Resources Administrator.  This is an exempt,...

HOUSE FOR SALE - 207 Railroad Avenue, Appalachia. 3BR, 1BTH, single story. Call 276-701-6203. 2-6-4t s2-27

FOR RENT - NORTON HEIGHTS APARTMENTS now taking applications for waiting list for 1BR and 2BR apartment units. Call (276)679-5280 or come by the office at 520 Alexandria...

PUBLIC NOTICEAPPLICATION # 1011823 FOR REVISION TOPERMIT 1102281UNDER CHAPTER 19 TITLE 45.2 OF THE CODE OF VIRGINIAPUBLICATION NO. 26DXD01     J.W. Construction Company,...

PUBLIC  NOTICE     The Wise County Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on March 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. at the School Board Education Center, 628 Lake Street,...

NORTON CITY SCHOOLSInvitation for Bid: John I. Burton Parking Lot & Track PavingDate: 2/9/2026Point of Contact:Gina Wohlford, Ph. D. Superintendent Norton City...

Please be advised that the delivery of the Tuesday, Jan. 27th print edition of the Coalfield Progress will be delayed due to weather-related issues experienced by our...