During a recent public meeting a Washington County Supervisor stated that "yes we have to raise your taxes this time." The reason given is expenses and payouts go up. There…
Notice has been sent for the meeting March 25th. The tax rate not to raise taxes in Washington County is 40 cents. The recommendation to the board is for 44…
The owner of Blue Mountain Therapy self reports his on facility and two employees were charged. The abuse charges stem from assault and battery charges against the two employees. The…
Opinion This news from WCYB. I am sure they want to keep up their promotion of gay pride. I have seen from one local parent info sent out last…
This statement from the Mayor of Saltville posted a message on Facebook. Read the article blow: Mayer Cheri Heath Fullen had this to say: Dear Skeptics of Saltville's Future,…
If you want to see the bureaucracy swallow up your tax dollars look no further than the Washington County School Board Offices. Three County News requested all the salaries of…
ROBINHOOD IN REVERSE STEAL FROM THE POOR AND GIVE IT TO THE RICH! Yes, the rich get richer. Do not let them lie to you and tell you fuel costs…
Richard Steffey a conservative warrior in Washington County started a petition to bring competition to Ballad Health. You can find paper copies throughout Washington County. Or sign online. Richard has…
Yes, Three County News is a new online newspaper. One of our reporters was having trouble getting information out of a local government and for the most part dismissing the…
According to reports from WJHL and Kingsport Times: The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol's Adjusted Gross Revenue (AGR) for May reached a record-breaking $23 million, according to the Virginia…
If Virginians do not get out and vote for Winsome Earle-Sears this election Democrats will probably revert back to following fuel standards for California. California is paying about $8 per…
Do local grocery and retail stores use deceptive pricing from time to time? While visiting the local Food City store in the produce section it does feel like they are…
This is what I heard about the situation when Food City got their 2 million from the county. When Food City built their new big KVAT center in Abingdon the…
Gilbert Kiser contacted Three County News about a labor dispute with Larry Sparks over pay. Gilbert had apparently worked for Larry this summer. Based on a FOIA request by Three…
Children are the foundation of society’s future, deserving an environment that nurtures their innocence, curiosity, and natural development. In recent years, concerns have grown about the ways in which children…
The Delicate Balance of Expression The Fine Line Between Freedom of Speech and Blatant Hate The tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk has sparked intense debates about the boundaries of free…
In the Washington County Supervisor meeting Tuesday September 9, 2025, they gave a report on the physical budget year 2024-2025, which closed out June 30, 2025. After they got the…
Virginians Rally Behind Winsome Earle-Sears for Governor Across the Commonwealth, Virginians are uniting behind Winsome Earle-Sears as the clear choice for governor. A woman of faith, courage, and conviction, Earle-Sears…
In the race for Virginia’s Lt. Governor, John Curran is standing up for everyday Virginians, offering a voice for those who feel left behind by the two-party system. With a…
Opinion SWVA counties and all local governments need to get out of the charity business. All these local giveaways add up to more and more expenses every year. The supervisors…
Opinion Casino funds are paid to all the localities in the SWVA area. This is getting close to a million a year in some counties or more. You would think…
Three County News will be providing articles on Ballad Health from Charles Ashley Hill. The information in this article has been verified as true and accurate in regard to the…
Active community involvement is the foundation of a healthy and transparent local government. In small counties like Bland County, Virginia, every voice carries weight, and citizen participation plays a vital…
Opinion and Fact During the January Russell County Board of Supervisors meeting County Administrator Lonzo Lester gave a report on the Casino Board. Lonzo stated that Bristol VA wanted to…
Facts, Opinions and Conclusions provided by VCDL Representative for Washington County Virginia: Eric McReynolds The Virginia Civil Defense League (VCDL) is all about defending gun rights for Virginia citizens. You…
OPINION The Difference Between a “Pot Stirrer” and an Informed Truth-Bringer In every community, workplace, or social circle, there are people who share information and those who seem to thrive…
Opinion Beware of AI Deceptions In today's fast-paced world, things are moving quicker than ever before. Everyday tasks are increasingly being handled by AI, which stands for Artificial Intelligence. Take…
Importance of Voting Overlooked Hidden Costs in the Amendment! This year, Virginia residents will possibly have the opportunity to vote three times, and each election is incredibly important! Taking a…
Why Voting “NO” is Important for Everyone Regardless of Political Affiliation I intend to explore the redistricting issue from a non-political viewpoint to highlight the potential adverse effects on Southwest…
Breaking the Cycle: How Affiliation Over Merit Holds Back Southwest Virginia Southwest Virginia is a region rich in history, culture, and potential. Yet, despite its strengths, many counties across the…
Ashley Hill has raised some questions about Ballad Health. This was copied from his Facebook Page. You can view his write-ups about Ballad Health at: https://www.facebook.com/ashley.hill.KGW This is not the view…
