The 250th Anniversary of Daniel Boone’s epic trip is this year. To commemorate Daniel Boone and his Axemen’s carving the path to Kentucky in 1775, groups of hikers are...

Testing anxiety is a common issue among adult learners, affecting their ability to perform well in assessments and evaluations. Unlike younger students, adult learners...

Many of us remember receiving the local newspaper in the 1960s and 1970s and asking the question “Who did Hampton Osborne write about this week?” ...

I hope everyone had a nice Easter and are enjoying our springtime. Just mowed last week and it’s ready to be mowed again. It’s officially that time of the year.The April...

Mountain Empire Community College has openings for WELDING 1 starting on May 5, 2025 at the Dickenson Center for Education and Research! Contact MECC for more...

Every year banners honoring our veterans are displayed at the courthouse and the judicial center. A lot of people are wondering how they could honor their own...

The Dickenson County Kids Fishing Day committee is finalizing plans for the May 10, 2025 event which will be held below the dam Spillway area. This event is open to all...

The Clintwood Farmers Market will open on Friday, April 25.  Hours of operation will be 1 p.m. – 5 p.m. every Friday. This is the 12th year of operation for the farmer’s...

Whether you’re returning to school, changing careers, or simply wanting to sharpen your brain, improving your math skills as an adult is not only possible, but it can also...

If you have ever walked by the old Historic Courthouse in Clintwood, you may have noticed the large bronze plaque honoring John Mullins, the only...

Dickenson County Historical Society needs the assistance of The Dickenson Star readers. The Historical Society has received several donations which...

Last week the Historical Society presented part 1 of the story of “Little John” Yates.  The story’s conclusion is presented below.“When “Little...

Reading is an essential skill that empowers individuals to navigate everyday life, pursue educational goals, and advance in their careers. Many adults, however, struggle...

Clintwood -- On Saturday evening, April 5, members of Clintwood Masonic Lodge #66 AF&AM proudly gathered for a special meeting honoring Tartan...

The annual 4-H Share the Fun Area II (Buchanan, Dickenson, Russell, and Tazewell Counties) contest was held at Southwest Virginia Community College...