GOLDEN DUST TO GOLDEN DUST Being a “golden oldie”, I usually read all the little tips for preserving at least a tiny bit of brain power. Of course, I do not follow all the suggestions, but I have arrived at a “golden rule” of my own: Learn at least one thing a day. It can… Read More A Beautiful Short Story by Local Author, Sharon Pigeon
Wise, VA – The University of Virginia’s College at Wise (UVA Wise) is proud to host one of the region’s most anticipated summer traditions as the Pro-Art Association launches its 49th season with the 13th annual Symphony by the Lake. This beloved event returns to the Lawn by the Lake at UVA Wise on Saturday, July… Read More PRO-ART Launches 49th Season With 13th Annual Symphony by the Lake at UVA Wise
© Jerry F. Couch IN YEARS GONE BY, the sports rivalry between St. Paul High School and Castlewood High School was repeated each year. In most cases this rivalry was lighthearted. But there were times when it morphed into post-game confrontations, fights, and vandalism. When that happened, a stern reprimand would be issued by the… Read More Castlewood vs. St. Paul – SWVA Football Rivalry 1989
MEETING WAS HELD AT THE WISE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY’S OFFICE IN THE LONESOME PINE REGIONAL LIBRARY AT WISE, VIRGINIA Suzanne Adams called the meeting to order at 11:00 AM. Glenda Ewing read the minutes of the August 13, 2024, Business Meeting and the Executive Committee Meeting March 18, 2025. Bonnie Aker made a motion to… Read More Wise County Historical Society – April 5, 2025 Annual Business Meeting Minutes
WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT CAVES AND WHAT LIVES INSIDE THEM? WHAT DO YOU KNOW ABOUT THE UNIQUE PLANTS AND WILDLIFE THAT ABOUND IN OUR REGION? If you’re like me the answer to those questions is, “Not enough.” Richard Kretz is a recognized expert on what lies beneath the earth’s surface as well as what… Read More COMING UP – Richard Kretz at the Oxbow Center in St. Paul, VA – May 30, 2025 at 7:00 pm.