Newtown is a part of the Lancaster County region/metro area of Virginia known for its Southwest Virginia Museum Historical State Park and Big Stone Gap Parks & Rec. Major attractions include Lonesome Pine Country Club and John Fox Jr Museum. Each year in the summer season there is the Russell County Fair. Among the biggest companies in Newtown are All Pro Self Defense and Ragland Arts, Llc.. The biggest schools here are Powell Valley High School and Keokee Elementary School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Newtown is Cave Springs Campground.