SECOND HARVEST FOOD BANK MEETING THE NEEDS
Despite Some USDA Funding Cuts, Second Harvest Food Bank Of Northeast Tennessee Says They Are Still Able To Feed The Hungry In Our Region. Executive Director Rhonda Chafin Told News…
GROUNDBREAKING HELD FOR NEW BLOUNTVILLE CAMPUS
A Groundbreaking Ceremony Has Marked The Start Of Phase 1 Construction On The Blountville Campus, A New Community Athletic Complex At The Former Site Of Blountville Elementary And Middle Schools.…
LAWSUIT FILED IN POST-HELENE RIVER CLEAN UP
CSX Transportation And Federal Agencies Are Facing Lawsuits From Environmental Groups, American Rivers And American Whitewater, Over Conservation Concerns. The Plaintiffs Allege Violations Of Laws Such As The Clean Water…
JONESBOROUGH TO HONOR STORYTELLING FESTIVAL FOUNDER
A Public Bench Will Be Dedicated Wednesday In Memory Of Former Mayor Jimmy Neil Smith, Who Founded The National Storytelling Festival And Led The Creation Of The International Storytelling Center.…
TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO DRUG ARREST IN BRISTOL, VIRGINIA
A Bristol Virginia Man Was Arrested Sunday After A Traffic Stop On Norfolk Avenue Led To The Discovery Of Drugs And Outstanding Warrants. Officers Say 42-Year-Old Timothy Land Was Taken…
GREENEVILLE HERITAGE WEEKEND CELEBRATION STARTS FRIDAY
The Town Of Greeneville And Greene County Will Celebrate Local History This Weekend With Heritage Events On Friday And Saturday. A Candlelight Walking Tour Kicks Off The Festivities Friday At…
HARD ROCK BRISTOL DONATES OVER $29,000 TO LOCAL NONPROFITS
Hard Rock Hotel And Casino Bristol Has Donated More Than $29,000 To Four Local Organizations This April. In Recognition Of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Team Members Raised Nearly $13,000 Each…
MARION ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR JULY 4TH WEEKEND CELEBRATION
The Town Of Marion Is Planning A Full Weekend Of Events For July 4th, Including A Classic Car Show, A Crab Feast, And Fireworks. The “Red, White And You” Car…
VDOT TO HOLD PUBLIC MEETING ON PIEDMONT AVENUE BRIDGE STUDY
The Virginia Department Of Transportation Will Host A Public Meeting Tuesday From 5 To 7 P.M. At The Bristol Train Station. Residents Can Learn About The Piedmont Avenue Bridge Study,…
BRISTOL, TN POLICE DEPARTMENT EARNS ACCREDITATION STATUS
The Tennessee Law Enforcement Accreditation Program Has Granted Accreditation To The Bristol Tennessee Police Department. This Marks The Fifth Time The Department Has Received The Award. Officials Say The Department…
MUNICIPAL OFFICES TO CLOSE FOR GOOD FRIDAY
Most City Offices Across The Region Will Be Closed This Friday In Observance Of Good Friday. Emergency Services Will Not Be Affected, And Trash Collection Will Continue As Scheduled In…
BRISTOL TENNESSEE BEER BOARD TO CONSIDER PERMIT APPLICATIONS
The Bristol Tennessee Beer Board Will Hold A Public Meeting This Week To Review Beer Permits. The Businesses Who Are Seeking Permits Include 394 Tobacco And Beer, Bristol Tobacco And…
BODY RECOVERED FROM NOLICHUCKY RIVER
A Body Was Found In The Nolichucky River Friday Near Arnold Road, According To The Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff Keith Sexton Said Evidence At The Scene Suggests The Death…
THIRTY-FOUR ARRESTED IN SMYTH COUNTY WARRANT ROUNDUP
Thirty-Four People Were Arrested Thursday In A Joint Operation Led By The Smyth County Sheriff’s Office. Officials Say The Group Was Wanted For 56 Crimes, Including Drug Distribution And Aggravated…
HAMPTON HIGH FUTURE DECIDED
The Carter County School Board Has Voted To Repair And Mitigate Hampton High School At Its Current Location. The Decision Was Unanimous Thursday Evening. Other Options Included Building A New…
FRANKLIN POOL RENOVATION UNDERWAY
The Franklin Pool In Elizabethton Will Remain Closed Through 2025. The City’s Parks And Recreation Department Announced That Renovations Are Now Moving Into The Construction Phase. The Project Is Expected…
KINGSPORT FARMERS MARKET RETURNS THIS MONTH
The Kingsport Farmers Market Will Open For The Season On Saturday, April Twenty-Sixth With Family Activities, Giveaways, And Live Music. Located On Clinchfield Street, The Market Will Run Saturdays Through…
ELIZABETHTON DRIVER SERVICES CENTER REOPENS TODAY
The Elizabethton Driver Services Center Is Back Open Starting Today After Closing Due To Storm Damage From Hurricane Helene. Regular Hours Are 8:30 To 5, Monday Through Friday. The Temporary…
SULLIVAN SCHOOLS AWARDED GRANT MONEY FOR CLASS PROJECTS
More Than $40-Thousand In Utrust Grants Is Headed To Schools In Sullivan County. Teachers Will Use The Funds For Classroom Enhancements Like A Television Studio, A 3-D Printer, And A…
ROGERSVILLE TO ASK VOTERS ABOUT ELECTION DATE CHANGE
Rogersville Leaders Have Ratified An Advisory Referendum For The June 7 Election. Voters Will Be Asked If City Elections Should Stay In June Or Move To August Or November. The…
JOHNSON CITY MAN FOUND NOT GUILTY OF CHILD SEX CHARGES
A Johnson City Man Has Been Acquitted Of Multiple Child Sex Charges In Carter County Criminal Court. A Jury Found 33-Year-Old Benjamin Alexander Scott Not Guilty Of Rape, Rape Of…
VIRGINIA MAN CHARGED IN FATAL GREENEVILLE STABBING
Greeneville Police Have Arrested A Dewitt Virginia Man In Connection With A Fatal Stabbing. It Happened Last Night In The 100 Block Of North Sunset Boulevard. Perry Schoolfield Jr. Is…