The increase could raise $200 million over 20 years, local officials said. But the need for renovations across the school division has been overshadowed by talk of combining two high schools.
Bristol/Abingdon
News from Bristol and Abingdon.
Posted inSouthwest Area
Washington County Courthouse temporarily closed after air quality study raises concerns
The study was conducted after concerns were raised about “microbial growth,” the county said Monday in a news release.
Posted inLocal
Coalfields Expressway gets another $10 million for widening work
The timeline to bid and complete the project is about three years. It will focus on the section of road that connects Buchanan County to eastern Kentucky.
Posted inLocal
Special prosecutor named in investigation of Buchanan County elected official
The assistant commonwealth’s attorney from Bland County who is handling the case said he doesn’t yet know the target of the investigation.
Posted inLocal
Southwest Virginia Field Notes: Bristol’s Hard Rock Casino had a record-breaking May
Plus: Appalachian Power installs new poles and equipment in Smyth County, and a raffle with $250,000 worth of prizes will benefit the country music museum.
Posted inLocal
Southwest Virginia Field Notes: New mural in Wytheville is part of public art initiative
Plus: A stuff-the-bus effort to collect school supplies, and spraying for invasive moths.
Posted inLocal
Southwest Virginia Field Notes: Rhythm & Roots gets ready to mark its 25th anniversary
Plus, Friends of Southwest Virginia launches a development effort and “Ride for a Cure” set for June 6.
Posted inLocal
Budget woes continue in Wise County, where residents face higher taxes, possible loss of school resource officers.
The sheriff’s budget is also expected to take a big hit.
Posted inEconomy
Southwest Virginia needs to solve its housing shortage if it wants economic growth, new jobs, governor says
Later in the day, the governor attended two health-related events in Abingdon.
Posted inLocal
Southwest Virginia Field Notes: Years-long I-81 widening project is finally done
Plus: a skate park opens in Big Stone Gap, and the Birthplace of Country Music Museum offers free tours for veterans.
