Rick Swink at a recent meeting. By Debbie Hall Rick Swink, who was elected in November to represent the Smith...

A small structure was destroyed in a fire on Feb. 9. (Photo courtesy Patrick Springs Volunteer Fire Department) By Taylor...

By Zamone PerezVirginia News Connection President Donald Trump has rescinded union rights for thousands of Virginia federal employees. Now, those...

“Local governments can succeed only when citizens are active participants.” That’s the guiding principle of civics expert Diane Kalen-Sukra, who...

By Kristine Adel Seriously, this is a true case of ‘less is more’ because the more work we put into...

The Colonel Abram Penn Chapter Daughters of the American Revolution is looking for the oldest U.S. Flag in Patrick County....

Rev. Jesse F. PikeBy Beverly Belcher Woody There is something especially heartwarming when a former child of Patrick County, long...

By Taylor Boyd Betty Sue Haynes pleaded guilty last week to two counts of cruelty to animals, Assistant Commonwealth’s Attorney...

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