Scott County Virginia Star

01/29/2025

According to Zeke Newton, Gate City High School athletic director, tonight's basketball games with John Battle have been canceled and rescheduled for February 13. Although the Devils were supposed to play Tennessee High that night, the game has been completely canceled.

01/29/2025

01/29/2025

Do you think your pet is the most adorable creature? You can show it off at the Scott County Public LIbrary's pet contest.

Friends of the Scott County Public Library is hosting a pet photo contest! The contest is free to enter and open to the public. ANY animal can be entered, as long as it belongs to you. Bring a photo of your pet into the library or email it to [email protected]. Entries must include your name, the pet's name, and a phone number. Your pet's photo will be displayed in the library throughout the duration of this contest. You can cast votes for a pet by voting in pennies at the library ($1 is 100 pennies). There will be 3 winners: Overall Votes, Best Dressed, and Most Personality. Each winner will receive a $10 Petsmart Gift Card!

01/20/2025

We are looking to see how many people would be interested in buying a fire department challenge coin from us as a fundraiser for the fire department. 12.00

01/20/2025

Here we "snow" again — more winter weather is headed our way, Virginia!
❄️ Check conditions at http://511.VDOT.Virginia.gov
❄️ Download the VDOT 511 app: http://bit.ly/41fhfSh
❄️ Follow VDOT on social: http://bit.ly/3CgFwiC
❄️ Download VDOT student activities: http://bit.ly/41vvH8Q

01/20/2025

Stay safe in the extreme cold conditions! Bundle up and limit time outdoors if possible. Stay informed with weather alerts and follow all cold weather advisories.

01/20/2025

As freezing temperatures approach, it's essential to take steps to prevent frozen pipes. For more helpful tips and information, please visit your local utility provider's website.

Stay safe and warm!

01/20/2025

Family Feud Night is happening on January 30th, 2025! It will take place here at Scott County Public Library from 5:30-6:30pm. You must sign up beforehand. There are 20 spots available to teens and adults only.

To reserve a spot, please call or email below or come by in person.
Phone: 276-386-3302
Email: [email protected]

01/13/2025

HeritageQuest is a comprehensive treasury of American genealogical resources. You must have a library card to use.

You can find this resource on our website here:
https://www.lprlibrary.org/

01/13/2025

🤱It's MCH (Maternal and Child Health) Monday🤱

🛁 January is Bath Safety Month! ⁠

Everyday activities, like bath time, take place in what many of us consider the safest space—our homes. But did you know that drowning is the leading cause of injury-related death for children ages 1 to 4?

For infants under one year, drowning incidents are more likely to occur at home in the bathtub or a bucket. For more information, visit: https://www.nationwidechildrens.org/family-resources-education/health-wellness-and-safety-resources/helping-hands/bathing-your-baby

01/13/2025

If this is your vibe, you’re gonna love hanging out at Orange Blossom Bakery and Creamery!
Please invite everyone you know to follow along as we get closer to opening this spring!

01/05/2025

VDOT is advising motorists not to travel Sunday into Monday. A wintry weather mix will cause hazardous driving conditions. Snow is predicted to fall at a rate of an inch an hour. Crews are staged and ready to begin plowing and treatment operations.
❄️ Read more: http://bit.ly/422Oomp

12/30/2024

12/18/2024

It's a great time to support our local shops and stores this holiday season! Money spent in Scott County stays in Scott County.

12/18/2024

Just a reminder that our annual edition with Letters to Santa Claus for our Scott County students will be published Dec. 25. Our deadline for this special edition is Friday, Dec. 20 at 5 p.m.

12/08/2024

12/02/2024

Today is the deadline to apply for FEMA assistance.

11/20/2024

Today is the deadline to pay your real estate and personal property taxes in Scott County. There are several ways to pay them without incurring a penalty. You can pay in person at the Scott County Treasurer's Office in Gate City. You can pay in person at Powell Valley National Bank in Duffield. You can put your payment in the drop off box in front of the Scott County Community Services Building. Or you can mail them to the treasurer's office at 190 Beech Street, Suite 205, Gate City, VA 24251. Just remember that if you use a credit or debit card, you will be charged a convenience fee.