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On Tuesday, the Marion Police Department held its biggest community event of the year, the annual National Night Out.
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The flag that flew at the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office was removed last week and presented to Buchanan.
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The McDowell County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in identifying the individual in these pictures. This concerns an incident involving residential mail theft that occurred in the Marion area on the evening of Thursday, July 16. Anyone with information can contact Detect…
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Purple Heart Homes and partners upgraded Veteran Yolanda Hill’s home with a new HVAC system and repairs, honoring her service and inviting holiday giving support.
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The Hickory Crawdads rolled past the Augusta GreenJackets 10-1 at LP Frans Stadium, backed by Moises Morales’ strong relief outing and two solo home runs.
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Virginia High School Student Council and Bearcat Connect are reviving the Bearcat paw print painting tradition in Bristol, with orders painted August 15–28.
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When it comes to Appalachian authenticity and deep ties to our nation’s history, one town worth your tourist time is Wytheville, Virginia. Offering vintage vibes at a price point accessible to mere mortals, this destination has plenty to offer. Poised near the crossroads of Interstate Highways 81 and 77, it’s a high-value road trip respite for travelers willing to explore a bit beyond the exit ...
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DENVER — Ghost towns capture our imaginations — haunted or not — about Colorado’s past and the people who braved treacherous mountain terrain or harsh prairies to stake out a life. In a ghost town, people can walk in their forebears’ footsteps, studying remnants of their homes and businesses while absorbing the same views and weather that Native Americans and early settlers witnessed. “With a ...
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