The Winds of the Mountain Empire, a 58-piece wind ensemble primarily comprised of music educators, will present its nineteenth annual summer concert in the auditorium of Union High School in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, on Sunday, July 13, at 4:00 p.m. The 2025 Winds of the Mountain Empire program is entitled “Highland Echoes.” The concert […]

Join us this year for our summer VBS exploring the theme of faith at Guest River Pentecostal Church!⛓️‍💥Faith to MOVE⛓️‍💥Faith for the IMPOSSIBLE⛓️‍💥Faith for OTHERS⛓️‍💥Faith to BELIEVEWe will have themed events planned each night to highlight the message of faith. Your kids will be entertained AND spiritually touched as we lead them toward the most […]

 SAVE THE DATES: JULY 18 - 19, 2025!  MOVE MOUNTAINS MEDICAL MISSION is BACK - and bigger than ever! (Formerly RAM Wise County)Join us in Wise, Virginia for a life-changing weekend of FREE medical, dental, vision, and veterinary care provided by the Health Wagon and an incredible network of selfless volunteers  Locations & Services: FREE DENTAL CARE Owens & Hill […]

CALLING ALL PET LOVERS! The Health Wagon is proud to announce FREE VETERINARY SERVICES during our Move Mountains Medical Mission 2025 in Wise, Virginia! JULY 18 - 19, 2025 | Registration begins daily at 8:00 a.m. Location: Shelcy Mullins Sr. Fairgrounds 10101 Fairgrounds Road, Wise, VA WHAT’S INCLUDED? Limited vaccinations Free pet food & supplies […]

Chillin’ and Grillin’ In The Glades has something for everyone to enjoy. There are activities that are focused on children in the Kid’s Corner such as Free Giveaways for the kids, sand art, face painting, balloon animals, sidewalk chalk, etc.. There is the Grillmaster 5K run on Saturday. We also have craft vendors set up […]

For years, the railroad has played a vital role in the economics and history of Southwest Virginia. The park and Norfolk Southern Railroad are partnering together to provide a program that will touch on railroad history and promote railroad safety.  The tunnel is normally closed to foot traffic; however, for this special event, train traffic […]

Registration is now open for the 20th Mountain Music School to be held July 21st-25th at Mountain Empire Community College!Students under 18 are eligible for tuition assistance and loaner instruments are available for all students as needed. Follow the link below to register today. Hurry! Classes fill quickly!  July 21-25, 2025 Mountain Empire Community Collegehttps://www.mecc.edu/mountain-music-school/

Join us for Mufasa The Lion King on July 21st, 2025 at Leeman Field. The movie will start at dark with free admission. Popcorn will be available and be sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket. We look forward to seeing you!

Let's rally together to uplift our dedicated school teachers. This year we're collecting school supplies for St. Charles Elementary School. Join us in demonstrating our appreciation. Last year, your generosity made a profound impact on Dryden Elementary, let's surpass that this year.  Collection Dates are July 23-August 2,  Drop off location is at Stone Mountain Yogurt. See attached school supply […]

Friday night features the Hot Air Balloon Glow on Legion Field next to the Civic Auditorium and on Fort Henry Drive in front of the field.15-20 Hot Air Balloons will inflate and light up the sky in a display of giant night lights as dusk approaches. Balloons will remain stationary on Friday night but people […]

When: July 28th - August 1stWhere: 310 Clintwood Main St. Suite B Clintwood, VA 24228Contact: (276) 298-9328 or pinemtnmusic@gmail.com Please fill-out the form below to complete registration! https://forms.gle/bgQH6EwFJ4fh9pyE9 General Information: Pine Mountain Music proudly presents the first ever Pine Mountain Music School! The camp welcomes individuals who want to learn instruments and singing in the […]

 Looking for Volunteer Hours this Summer? The Health Wagon needs YOU! We’re gearing up for our largest, most FUN social outreach of the year – the Davey’s Back to School Shuffle Event – and we need helping hands in all areas! From organizing supplies, filling backpacks with needed supplies , sorting clothing for “Dave’s store”, packing hygiene […]