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School planning underway
From recess to water fountains, everything could be differentWhen schools in West Virginia were shut down in March to slow the spread of the coronavirus, Roane County, like many school systems, was caught off guard.
Mace to lead board again
After four years as president of the Roane Board of Education, Jeff Mace will serve two more years in the position.
Molasses Festival cancels for 2020
Officials say BWF still a goOne local fall festival is off and another one is on, at least for now.
Stepping Down
Roger Simons signs off after 44 yearsRoger Simons was driving a truck, delivering groceries to country stores, when Roane Sheriff Robey Knight asked if he wanted to put down the produce and pick up a badge.
Speed Road residents evacuated for gas leak
Several homes on Speed Road were evacuated Tuesday afternoon after what was described as a gas line leak.
Funding EMS still a question
There appears to be consensus that maintaining the current level of local ambulance service is essential.
Downtown getting back to business
You could say Spencer is back in business, or at least headed in that direction.