Wednesday Feb 24 | WytheNews
Town, county get federal funds for water projects
The money flowed in to get the water flowing out. Late last week, federal officials announced that Wythe County and the town of Wytheville had received almost $12 million in stimulus dollars to install new water lines, and build and upgrade water tanks.
Master Gardener course begins soon
Unseasonably warm temperatures and sunny days are turning thoughts toward spring.
Video of ice jam at New River dam
Andy Jennings of Austinville sent in a couple of links to video he shot at the Buck Dam where an ice jam has led to the possibility of emergency water releases that could cause flooding downstream on the New River, resulting in a flash flood watch to remain in effect until at least noon for Carroll, Wythe and Pulaski counties.
Stolen vehicle suspect caught after foot chase
A man accused of stealing a pickup truck in Pulaski was apprehended this morning by Wythe County deputies after a vehicle and foot pursuit in the Austinville area, state police said.
All Gloria Smith wanted for Christmas was to spend time with her three children.
Betty W. Austin Betty Webb Austin, 80, of Austinville died Thursday, Dec. 3, 2009.
A new group will work to clean up the New River and protect the future drinking water source for most Carroll County utility customers, the Public Service Authority learned Nov.
Carroll breaks ground on Regional Water
Carroll County PSA members join Congressman Rick Boucher and Laurel Elementary students Cole Mosley and Dale Auton in a groundbreaking ceremony Monday for the Regional Water Project.
David Coleman lives by Phil. 4:13 which says, "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." The Piney area resident attributes the verse of Scripture to his remarkable recovery from a debilitating stroke he suffered in January 1997 at the age of 41.
Carroll receives $338,000 in funding for Honeycutt Dam Road water
For the fifth time in 2009, the Carroll County Public Service Authority has been awarded federal economic stimulus funds for a public water and/or wastewater system.
Turkey Supper at the Woodlawn Church of God from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Menu includes turkey with dressing, green beans, mashed potatoes, slaw, dessert and drinks.
Austinville to get new windows, drop ceilings
Federal stimulus funds will allow Decatur to complete replacement of elementary school windows.
Water project floats Carroll some savings
A competitive bid environment brought Carroll County's water distribution effort in about $1.3 million less than budget, according to Public Service Authority information.
While Bryson Stoots isn't walking yet, the 17-month-old Austinville resident will be on hand for Saturday's 2009 March for Babies in Withers Park.
Man facing felony charges in West Virginia
A Barren Springs man was arrested this week in a multi-state roundup of Pagan Motorcycle Club members accused of criminal activity.
Police: Businesses targeted in scam
A series of alleged scams against several local businesses is being investigated by the Wytheville Police Department.
Carroll seeks bids for regional water system
HILLSVILLE a * Carroll County's ambitious water distribution project has one more step to complete before construction can begin.
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