Our Community Hero: A young Wise resident with a big heart!
Our Community Hero for November is Cali Morgan, a 9-year-old from Wise, Virginia, who united her community to assemble 500 “Happy Packs” for kids affected by Hurricane Helene. These backpacks contain items that are meant to bring joy to children who are dealing with the aftermath of the hurricane. With the help of local businesses and Cali’s mother, the bags will be distributed across the region.
Forest Service announces reopened trails post-Helene
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, local trails closed due to damage and safety concerns. Thanks to the efforts of Forest Service employees and volunteers, trails are slowly reopening to the public.
Virginia Tech researcher focuses on native plants of SWVA
A Virginia Tech researcher named Shannon Bell received a Monuments Across Appalachian Virginia grant for a new living monument in Wise County that was completed in August.
Middle school students visit UVA-Wise to learn about STEM-H
On Oct. 28, over 500 students from Lee, Scott and Wise counties attended a “Day in STEM-H” and learned from workshops, met with college students and explored various disciplines.
