Allison Mays, director of Virginia Tech Southwest, discusses the first Virginia Small Town Conference, which was held at the Higher Education Center in Abingdon.

The Small Business Development Center of Washington County hosted a forum for small businesses of the region. Cindy Fields, the director of the SBDC, discusses the objectives of the conference and what they mean for small business development.

Smyth County embarks on a plan to improve services and opportunities for seniors who wish to remain in their homes and home communities as they age.

New center provides housing and treatment for individuals in addiction recovery.

Monica Hoel, a master naturalist, discusses the organization and its efforts to raise awareness about the importance of bird populations in Southwest Virginia.

Experts discuss issues facing a divided Congress and their implications on the 2024 presidential election.

Linda Austin, director of the Appalachian Substance Abuse Coalition, discusses an upcoming performance by Grammy Award winner Mike Farris, whose concert will benefit support for children with parents dealing with substance abuse.

Travis Staton discusses changes at United Way of Southwest Virginia and the creation of Endless Opportunity, which focuses on initiatives in support of workforce and economic development in the region.

Tech Girls, a program of the YWCA Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, celebrates success in supporting young women in difficult home environments.

Dr. Theresa Burris has been appointed associate vice president of community engagement and economic development at Emory & Henry College. Her appointment represents the College's intention to be a leader in regional economic development.