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Police officers did not shoot bear in Gatlinburg on Thursday, authorities say
GATLINBURG, Tenn. — Contrary to some posts on social media, the Gatlinburg Police Department said Friday none of its officers shot a bear. The police department said it learned Friday morning about a false social media claim that an officer shot and killed a bear on July 25. It said the "accusation of the Gatlinburg Police Department discharging a firearm and killing a bear is absolutely untrue."
Ex-Police Employee Facing Charges For Most Insane Crime Involving Vienna Sausages
Nothing beats a small-town scandal. Not quite sure where to even start with this one, to be honest — but the most insane crime just happened, and you should buckle up as this story is weird and twisted for sure. This all played out in the small town of...
Dollywood offering discounts for first responders, military, teachers and more
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Dollywood is offering discounted admission for first responders, teachers and military workers as part of the park’s Public Employees Appreciation Days. The program offers $45 admission to qualifying employees from July 29 to Sept. 15. Members of the military, first responders, school system employees,...
Former Tennessee Guard Santiago Vescovi Signs Professional Contract Overseas
Former Tennessee guard Santiago Vescovi signed a two-year contract with Spanish professional team BAXI Manresa on Thursday morning, the club announced. BAXI Manresa plays in Liga ACB, the top basketball league in Spain, and also competes in the Basketball Champions League. The Basketball Champions League pits the top teams across Europe against one another no matter the country they play in.
Southwest Virginia, Kingsport ciders nominated for USA Today’s Best Cider
ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) — Ciders crafted in Southwest Virginia and Kingsport have been nominated for a spot on USA Today’s Best 10 – Readers Choice 2024 Cider list. Tumbling Creek Cider’s Hellbender Hopped is crafted in Southwest Virginia at Kelly Ridge Farms in Meadowview. The cider is pressed from Appalachian apples and citrusy hops from […]
‘My lot fell victim to sewer and growth’: Clarksville homes flooded by neighborhood stormwater off Trenton Road
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – For the past five years, William Lange and his wife have been working toward building their dream house and a barn in the Meadow Lane subdivision of St. Bethlehem, off Trenton Road. “Within three weeks of me buying this property, I had started building...
Jonesborough water outage scheduled for Monday night
Jonesborough residents can expect a scheduled water outage Monday night, July 29. The scheduled water outage is set for 10 p.m. until 5 a.m., Tuesday, July 30, the Town of Jonesbnorough announced in a Thursday press release. According to the town, crews will work diligently to shorten the time of the outage.
The Great Escape: Manhunt and Legal Battle Erupts After Repeat Offender Sean Williams Fights for Freedom
From Escaping Custody to Courtroom Drama: Sean Williams’ Trial. According to WVLT, Sean Williams, a man from Johnson City, tried to escape from custody twice. The first time was in July 2023. He was being taken to a court hearing in Greeneville when he kicked out the back window of the van and ran away. It took a month to catch him, but he was finally found in Florida.
Fight back against the onslaught against DEI. Diversity strengthens communities and workforces
My role as the minority leader in the Tennessee state Senate is crucial in ensuring that every voice in our community is heard. In June, we began the “Freedom to Be Heard” summer field hearing tour at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis. This location holds historical significance as it is where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was tragically assassinated.
GOP Congressman files articles of impeachment against VP Kamala Harris
A Tennessee Republican has filed articles of impeachment against Vice President Kamala Harris, citing her record on immigration and “breach of public trust” regarding President Joe Biden’s physical and mental health. Congressman Andy Ogles has previously introduced articles against Harris regarding immigration and lack of border control...
Shots of the Week: Strikers rise, win Dark Knight
Each week, we’re inviting you to share your best shots from sporting events featuring individuals and/or teams from Hawkins County. Any age group, any level, no matter the outcome. This edition’s Shots of the Week segment features the East Tennessee Strikers. The photos were submitted by Jeff Gray. The East Tennessee Strikers 16U fast-pitch softball team went undefeated to win the Dark Knight Night Tournament on July 20 in Knoxville....
Chris Hope putting the 'hope' in ETSU football's comeback season as defensive leader
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — With the 2024 college football kickoff less than 40 days away, ETSU football can feel the buzz as they go into the season as the unknown team in the Southern Conference with massive roster turnover and a new head coach in Tre Lamb. But...
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