Colon cancer is common and it's preventable. Early detection saves lives. Have you been putting your colonoscopy off?

As parents and sometimes working parents, some aspects of child rearing are harder than others. For many of us, discipline is the most difficult part of being a parent and ...

The Annual Special Olympics Basketball Classic took place Sunday, Feb. 22 in front of a large crowd gathered at the Hillsville Elementary School gym. This exhibition game occurs every year ...

Motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading causes of death for U.S. teens, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Data from the National Highway Traffic Safety ...

Fire safety experts are urging Americans to "Take C.H.A.R.G.E." of lithium-ion battery safety after data reveals alarming gaps in public awareness and a spike in battery-related incidents at ...

For Kevin and Karin Sweeney, the distress was immediate. Moments after the birth of their daughter, Klara, doctors and nurses ...

Some of the best bills before the General Assembly bubble up not from think tanks, lobbyists or interest groups but from the everyday experiences of ordinary Virginians.

As spring draws near, allergy season follows close behind. While blooming flowers and budding trees may be welcome, they can ...

American educators work every day to give their students a brighter future. Unfortunately, not all classrooms are equipped with tools and resources that match the dedication of teachers and ...

Wytheville Community College announces that the Selective Admissions process for its Health Professions programs will take ...

On Friday, Feb. 20, Hillsville Town Councilors brought out the golden shovels to break ground for the new Hillsville Police Department, which will be located on the corner of North ...

Travelers desire authentic experiences shaped by local chefs, artisans and storytellers who bring a destination’s heritage to life. It’s no longer about observing culture from a distance; it’s about ...