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10/16/2025

Coming through Dickenson County Virginia on November 22nd at the Twilight of Dawn. Save the date!

07/10/2025

https://www.wjhl.com/news/local/plans-in-motion-for-southwest-virginia-advanced-nuclear-reactor/

Nuclear Energy on the table again in Southwest Virginia.

WISE COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — Southwest Virginia is once again looking like a likely place for the Commonwealth to develop its proposed nuclear energy future. On Monday, the Virginia Department of Ener…

12/19/2024

12/18/2024

Dickenson County Board of Supervisor
December 17, 2024, December Meeting

💰 Constitutional Officers' Bonus Sparks Debate
Board Revisits Decision in Contentious Vote

A $500 holiday bonus for constitutional officers sparked heated debate at the recent Dickenson County Board of Supervisors meeting. The decision, initially excluded in last month's motion, was revisited and narrowly passed in a 3-2 vote.

While some board members argued the bonus recognizes the contributions of these elected officials, others raised concerns over fairness, citing their already higher salaries compared to other county employees.

Board Chairperson stated, "It's difficult to compare someone earning $90,000 with those making $30,000. I would not expect a bonus if I were in their position."

Despite differing opinions, the motion passed, reflecting the board's ongoing deliberations on balancing fiscal responsibility and employee recognition.

12/18/2024

Dickenson County Board of Supervisor
December 17, 2024, December Meeting

🚑 Underfunded Rescue Squad Raises Alarm
Clintwood Rescue Squad Seeks Support to Address Staffing and Salary Issues

The Clintwood Rescue Squad is facing a crisis. During the latest board meeting, representatives revealed significant challenges in retaining and recruiting skilled emergency responders due to low pay and understaffing.

Board member Brad Fleming compared local wages with neighboring counties, revealing Clintwood's paramedics make $17 per hour, far less than the $27 offered elsewhere. He warned of potential delays in emergency responses if conditions don't improve, saying, "One day, we may find ourselves waiting for help from another county."

The squad called for $200,000 in additional funding, suggesting potential solutions, including allocating casino revenue or creating a municipal rescue agency.

The board encouraged the squad to present their case at upcoming budget workshops in January.

12/18/2024

Dickenson County Board of Supervisor
December 17, 2024, December Meeting

📢 Dickenson County Tackles Potential Solar Farm Development
Commissioner Shelley Mullins Advocates for Proactive Ordinance

Dickenson County is preparing for the potential development of solar farms in the region. During the latest Board of Supervisors meeting, Commissioner of Revenue Shelley Mullins urged the board to draft an ordinance regulating solar farms.

"This will ensure clear guidelines for taxation and enforcement," Mullins stated, emphasizing the need to avoid loopholes that could disadvantage the county. She highlighted that several nearby localities already have ordinances in place and recommended the county adopt a proactive stance to secure revenue and maintain control over such developments.

11/26/2024

Larry Barton and Dana Cronkhite are honored to represent Dickenson County and the Dickenson County Industrial Development Authority as members of the Lonesome Pine Regional Industrial Facilities Authority (LPRIFA). Together with leaders from the City of Norton, Wise County, Scott County, and Lee County, we are building a stronger future for Southwest Virginia.

While local “wins” remain vital, in rural regions like Southwest Virginia, collaboration and partnership are the true engines of long-term growth and success.

The announcement of Wrap Technologies is not just a win for one community—it’s a victory for us all.

A special thank you to Governor Youngkin, Senator Todd Pillion, Delegate Terry Kilgore, Virginia Coalfield Economic Development Authority, Virginia Economic Development Partnership, and the incredible LPRIFA team for their dedication and hard work in making this project a reality.

For more information about the announcement made Friday ⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://www.vedp.org/press-release/2024-11/wrap-technologies-norton?utm_campaign=Social%20Media%20-%20Announcement&utm_content=317249411&utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook&hss_channel=fbp-106654229545

11/17/2024

Alabama Tribute Band, Songs of the South, return to The Jettie on Dec. 14 at 7pm with all your Alabama favorites and some holiday tunes.

09/17/2024

08/26/2024

Clintwood: Special Election ordered to fill a vacancy on the Clintwood Town Council following incumbent resignation, due to assuming constitutional office.

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