10/31/2019

Rancor: 2019 Year-End Celebration

Members of Grayson’s Rancor organization enjoyed video games, karaoke and simulated combat with light sabers during the year-end party at Grayson Gallery & Art Center Sunday evening.

Rancor: 2019 Year-End Celebration

Members of Grayson's Rancor organization enjoyed video games, karaoke and simulated combat with light sabers during the year-end party at Grayson Gallery & Art Center Sunday evening.

10/30/2019

KCU Volleyball Team Heads to the ACC By MICHELLE BRAND

The KCU women’s volleyball team won all three sets against Bluefield at Tuesday night’s home game.

KCU Volleyball Team Heads to the ACC By MICHELLE BRAND

The KCU women's volleyball team won all three sets against Bluefield at Tuesday night's home game.

Fall Foliage Sunday Drive by Michelle Brand

Fall is a favorite season here in our corner of Appalachia. Warm sunny days and cold night-time temperatures flip the switch for nature to put on a brilliant show of colors.

Fall Foliage Sunday Drive by Michelle Brand

Fall is a favorite season here in our corner of Appalachia. Warm sunny days and cold night-time temperatures flip the switch for nature to put on a brilliant show of colors.

10/29/2019

Old Barns Of Carter County: Part 7 (17 photos)

Built by Roy H. Porter nearly 80 years ago, this barn still stands near the road and is easily visible in the Willard community.

Old Barns Of Carter County: Part 7 (17 photos)


Built by Roy H. Porter nearly 80 years ago, this barn still stands near the road and is easily visible in the Willard community.

10/28/2019

Halloween Light Show: Grayson Fire Department (five photos)

The Grayson Fire Department’s annual high-tech Halloween light display continues until 11 p.m., October 31.

Halloween Light Show: Grayson Fire Department (five photos)


The Grayson Fire Department's annual high-tech Halloween light display continues until 11 p.m., October 31.

Gearing Up For 37th Year: Project Merry Christmas of Carter County

Hundreds of local children and their families will be blessed with gifts again this year, with help from the people who support and operate Project Merry Christmas of Carter County, Inc.

Gearing Up For 37th Year: Project Merry Christmas of Carter County


Hundreds of local children and their families will be blessed with gifts again this year, with help from the people who support and operate Project Merry Christmas of Carter County, Inc.

Racing Recap: What A Weekend! by GUNNER JOHNSON

Holy Moly what a weekend of racing! 

Racing Recap: What A Weekend! by GUNNER JOHNSON


Holy Moly what a weekend of racing! 

10/27/2019

An Old Man Meets Modern Metal: by TIM PRESTON

What Drives The Weak will headline the November 2 Carter County Metal show in Grayson.

They don’t even call it “Heavy Metal” anymore.

An Old Man Meets Modern Metal: by TIM PRESTON

What Drives The Weak will headline the November 2 Carter County Metal show in Grayson.
They don't even call it "Heavy Metal" anymore.

10/26/2019

The Vindicated: Halloween Show Rocks Grayson Gallery (11 photos)

Members of the hard rock band The Vindicated provided high-energy music for the October F!nal Fr!day Artwalk in Grayson.

Trail Town Pop-Up Pub: Brews by Sawstone, Tunes by Whistle & Fish

A trio of distinguished-looking gentlemen leaned onto the bar at the Pop-Up Pub in Olive Hill Friday evening, sipping cold beer as members of Whistle & Fish whipped up the tempo on a toe-tapper.

“As far as I’m concerned it can’t get any better than this,” one said, earning nods of approval from the others.

Trunk O Treat: Carter Nursing & Rehab (17 photos)

Teams at Carter Nursing & Rehab on McDavid Avenue in Grayson welcomed dozens of families for their recent “Trunk Or Treat” event. Many of the residents also joined in on the fun, wearing costumes and handing out candy and other treats.

The Vindicated: Halloween Show Rocks Grayson Gallery (11 photos)


Members of the hard rock band The Vindicated provided high-energy music for the October F!nal Fr!day Artwalk in Grayson.

F!nal Fr!day Halloween: Art, Rock & Roll and Costumes (more than 40 photos)

A near-capacity crowd gathered at Grayson Gallery & Art Center Friday for the city’s monthly F!nal Fr!day Artwalk for October, which included a Halloween costume contest and a performance by The Vindicated in addition to an outstanding exhibit of works by local and regional artists.

Trail Town Pop-Up Pub: Brews by Sawstone, Tunes by Whistle & Fish


A trio of distinguished-looking gentlemen leaned onto the bar at the Pop-Up Pub in Olive Hill Friday evening, sipping cold beer as members of Whistle & Fish whipped up the tempo on a toe-tapper.
"As far as I'm concerned it can't get any better than this," one said, earning nods of approval from the others.

Trunk O Treat: Carter Nursing & Rehab (17 photos)


Teams at Carter Nursing & Rehab on McDavid Avenue in Grayson welcomed dozens of families for their recent "Trunk Or Treat" event. Many of the residents also joined in on the fun, wearing costumes and handing out candy and other treats.

KCU Baseball by MICHELLE BRAND (10 photos)

Motorists driving along I-64 most afternoons will see KCU’s men’s baseball team practicing on the diamond.

F!nal Fr!day Halloween: Art, Rock & Roll and Costumes (more than 40 photos)

A near-capacity crowd gathered at Grayson Gallery & Art Center Friday for the city's monthly F!nal Fr!day Artwalk for October, which included a Halloween costume contest and a performance by The Vindicated in addition to an outstanding exhibit of works by local and regional artists.

KCU Baseball by MICHELLE BRAND (10 photos)



Motorists driving along I-64 most afternoons will see KCU's men's baseball team practicing on the diamond.

10/25/2019

KCU Men's Soccer Takes Loss To Milligan 10-1 at Home Wednesday Photos by MICHELLE BRAND

Trail Town Stage Tonight: Whistle & Fish Pop-Up Pub

Everyone who enjoys live Bluegrass music served up with craft beer is invited to Olive Hill this evening (Friday, October 25, 2019) at The Whistle & Fish Pop-Up Pub.

Bayso's Halloween Party 2: The Lost Boys Triple Tribute

Members of The Lost Boys hatched an ambitious plan for their Halloween show Saturday night at Bayso’s Sports Pub in Grayson. “We are either being ambitious or we are being idiots,” said guitarist Brad Green during a recent surveillance run with bassist Mike Phillips in anticipation of the performance.

KCU Men's Soccer Takes Loss To Milligan 10-1 at Home Wednesday Photos by MICHELLE BRAND

Trail Town Stage Tonight: Whistle & Fish Pop-Up Pub


Everyone who enjoys live Bluegrass music served up with craft beer is invited to Olive Hill this evening (Friday, October 25, 2019) at The Whistle & Fish Pop-Up Pub.

Bayso's Halloween Party 2: The Lost Boys Triple Tribute



Members of The Lost Boys hatched an ambitious plan for their Halloween show Saturday night at Bayso's Sports Pub in Grayson. "We are either being ambitious or we are being idiots," said guitarist Brad Green during a recent surveillance run with bassist Mike Phillips in anticipation of the performance.

OLBH Offers Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween should be a fun night for all ages- creative costumes, artful jack-o-lanterns and lots and lots of candy. Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (OLBH) is offering advice to help keep the family’s little ghosts and goblins safe this Halloween.

OLBH Offers Halloween Safety Tips

Halloween should be a fun night for all ages- creative costumes, artful jack-o-lanterns and lots and lots of candy. Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (OLBH) is offering advice to help keep the family’s little ghosts and goblins safe this Halloween.

10/24/2019

A Dozen Roses: Photos by TIM PRESTON (12 photos)

Alys chose this as her favorite.

A Dozen Roses: Photos by TIM PRESTON (12 photos)

Alys chose this as her favorite.

Rancor: Light Saber Sundays

Members of the Rancor group gather each Sunday evening, weather permitting, between the Grayson Tourism Cabin and Grayson Gallery & Art Center to practice simulated combat skills.

Halloween Show: The Vindicated at Grayson Gallery & Art Center Friday

Members of The Vindicated have an evening of high-energy rock music with added Halloween flair in store for guests at Grayson Gallery & Art Center’s October F!nal Fr!day Artwalk. The band will present special gifts for the audience and host a Halloween Costume Contest as part of the festivities.

Carter County 4-H Members Win Big at ‘Win With Wood’

Have you ever watched one of those tv shows featuring a child who excels at one particular subject? It may be a little 3 year old boy who has all the United States presidents memorized-in order-and with a handful of attributing facts about each one.

Rancor: Light Saber Sundays

Members of the Rancor group gather each Sunday evening, weather permitting, between the Grayson Tourism Cabin and Grayson Gallery & Art Center to practice simulated combat skills.

Halloween Show: The Vindicated at Grayson Gallery & Art Center Friday


Members of The Vindicated have an evening of high-energy rock music with added Halloween flair in store for guests at Grayson Gallery & Art Center's October F!nal Fr!day Artwalk. The band will present special gifts for the audience and host a Halloween Costume Contest as part of the festivities.

Carter County 4-H Members Win Big at ‘Win With Wood’

Have you ever watched one of those tv shows featuring a child who excels at one particular subject? It may be a little 3 year old boy who has all the United States presidents memorized-in order-and with a handful of attributing facts about each one.

10/23/2019

OLBH Foundation Announces New Structure and Roles

The Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (OLBH) Foundation is now part of the Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation.

8th Grade Night: West Carter Middle School (more than 50 photos)

 West Carter Middle School 8th Grade football players and cheerleaders, along with their families, were welcomed onto the field at West Carter High School Tuesday, October 22, 2019.

8th Grade Night: West Carter Middle School (more than 50 photos)

 West Carter Middle School 8th Grade football players and cheerleaders, along with their families, were welcomed onto the field at West Carter High School Tuesday, October 22, 2019.

OLBH Foundation Announces New Structure and Roles

The Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (OLBH) Foundation is now part of the Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation.

10/22/2019

Wilhoit Family Celebration: Three Judges, Three Attorneys

Laura Jane Phelps, Judge Henry Rupert Wilhoit Jr., Andrew Horton Wilhoit, William Horton Wilhoit, Judge Mary Jane Wilhoit Phelps and Judge Henry Rupert Wilhoit III paused for a photo this week as the youngest members of the group were admitted to practice law.

KCU Fall Football In Full Swing by MICHELLE BRAND

The change of weather,colorful leaves and the smell of wood-smoke in the air brings the season of fall to mind.

Wilhoit Family Celebration: Three Judges, Three Attorneys


Laura Jane Phelps, Judge Henry Rupert Wilhoit Jr., Andrew Horton Wilhoit, William Horton Wilhoit, Judge Mary Jane Wilhoit Phelps and Judge Henry Rupert Wilhoit III paused for a photo this week as the youngest members of the group were admitted to practice law.

KCU Fall Football In Full Swing by MICHELLE BRAND

The change of weather,colorful leaves and the smell of wood-smoke in the air brings the season of fall to mind.

OLBH’s Beaver Earns DAISY Honor

Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (OLBH) has awarded Chris Beaver, BSN, with the DAISY Award.

OLBH’s Beaver Earns DAISY Honor

Our Lady of Bellefonte Hospital (OLBH) has awarded Chris Beaver, BSN, with the DAISY Award.

10/21/2019

Dessert Auction For Donna Isaacs of Hitchins

Donna Isaacs with her grandson Christian Kouns, who is now stationed in England at Royal Air Force Lakenheath.

Tasty temptations created with love in local kitchens are commanding strong bidding from friends, family and supporters of Donna Isaacs of Hitchins, who is being treated for cancer found in her brain.

Dessert Auction For Donna Isaacs of Hitchins

Donna Isaacs with her grandson Christian Kouns, who is now stationed in England at Royal Air Force Lakenheath.
Tasty temptations created with love in local kitchens are commanding strong bidding from friends, family and supporters of Donna Isaacs of Hitchins, who is being treated for cancer found in her brain.