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šŸŒ± How Pulaskiā€™s new paramedicine program is easing 911 overload

Pulaski, Virginia Patch AM: a 5 min read

Greetings Pulaski! Weā€™re your go-to source for whatā€™s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ā˜€ļø

In today's newsletter:

  • How Pulaskiā€™s new paramedicine program is easing 911 overload
  • How Pulaski Countyā€™s first electric work truck could spark new jobs
  • Pulaski student lands on SNHUā€™s elite Presidentā€™s List

Also on today's calendar: Creative Expressions and 4 more events.

Today's riddle: When geese fly, one side is longer than the other. do you know why that is ? šŸ¤” (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very warm; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 88 and low of 66 degrees. šŸŒ¶ Hot!
  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, temps: high: 82, low: 66.
  • Saturday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 76 and low of 63 degrees.

šŸ“° News we're reading

1. Paramedics are helping patients manage illnesses, connect with services and avoid calling 911. But these programs can be tough to sustain in rural areas. (cardinalnews.org) ā€” Pulaski County has launched a community paramedicine program to cut non-emergency 911 calls and free up its three ambulances that cover 330 square miles. Local EMS leaders describe how theyā€™re connecting frequent callers with services, dramatically reducing call volume for some patients, while county officials fully fund the program as they seek long-term sustainability without Medicaid reimbursement.
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2. Narro Trucks Launches Electric Utility Vehicle (nrvnews.com) ā€” Pulaski Countyā€™s Parks and Rec department has received its first electric utility vehicle from Dublin-based startup Narro Trucks, signaling a local step toward cleaner operations. The company plans to expand production and add about 20 jobs in the New River Valley, potentially boosting the regional economy and positioning the area as a hub for sustainable transportation innovation.
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3. SNHU Announces Summer 2026 President's List (pcpatriot.com) ā€” A local student, Logan Meyer of Pulaski (24301), has earned a spot on Southern New Hampshire Universityā€™s Summer 2026 Presidentā€™s List, recognizing a GPA of at least 3.7. The honor highlights strong academic achievement from Pulaski while showcasing how local learners are succeeding in online and out-of-state programs.
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4. Kermit Dwayne Bailey, Sr. (pcpatriot.com) ā€” Pulaski is home to the son of Kermit Dwayne Bailey Sr., a retired coal miner from Rock, West Virginia, whose life is being remembered by family across several states. A celebration of life is planned for October 3 at Camp Creek State Park, with Bower Funeral Home & Crematory in Pulaski handling arrangements and an online guestbook for condolences.
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5. Griffith Announces $69,434 HHS Grant to New River Valley Head Start Programs (pcpatriot.com) ā€” Pulaski County families stand to benefit from a new $69,434 federal grant supporting New River Community Actionā€™s Head Start programs across the New River Valley. The funding will help maintain and strengthen early childhood services that already reach more than 200 children in Radford and surrounding counties, including Pulaski.
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  • Community Housing Partners posted a job opening for Apartment Maintenance Technician in Pulaski. Apply here.
  • ABM Industries, Inc. posted a job opening for Assistant Site Manager in Dublin. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Pulaski here.

Ok Pulaski! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: because there are more geese on that side (Thank you jo L. for sending it in!)
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