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A Life Lived: Teddy Reed was a dedicated public servant
It has been said: “The public can choose when they take a call, but where you’re a cop you gotta take ’em all.” Gentry Theodore Reed, better known as “Teddy” to his family, friends, and fellow police officers, died September 27 at the age of 78. Reed was a law enforcement officer, having retired from […] The post A Life Lived: Teddy Reed was a dedicated public servant appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Almost two weeks later, Carter County begins long recovery after Hurricane Helene’s devastating flooding
Almost two weeks after Hurricane Helene unleashed severe flooding in Carter County on Friday, Sep. 27, the communities continue to grapple with widespread devastation. The powerful storm caused significant damage to homes, roads, and public spaces, leaving many residents in need of assistance as they work to rebuild their lives. The heavy rains and subsequent […] The post Almost two weeks later, Carter County begins long recovery after Hurricane Helene’s devastating flooding appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
I-40 and I-26 aren't the only major roads that need repairs after Helene flooding
Interstates 40 and 26 in Tennessee will require extensive, long-term repairs before anyone can drive on them again – and they're not the only ones. In addition to the two interstates, numerous other state roads in East Tennessee are closed and in need of significant repairs after flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. Tennessee Department of Transportation crews already are working on roads around the region. ...
Carter County water utilities provide updates on service status
Carter County water utilities provided updates on the status of their districts Tuesday morning, highlighting progress and ongoing challenges in the aftermath of recent flooding. The Carderview Water Utility, located in Butler, reported that its water tank is approximately half full. Officials anticipated that the boil water alert would be lifted by noon on Tuesday, […] The post Carter County water utilities provide updates on service status appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Gateway Wellness Foundation announces disaster relief grant opportunity
Gateway Wellness Foundation recently announced its partnership with the Dogwood Health Trust to provide an initial Disaster Relief Grant Opportunity to support Hurricane Helene emergency response efforts. Gateway Wellness Foundation is providing emergency relief to those affected by Hurricane Helene in the form of grants to nonprofit organizations in Burke, McDowell, Polk, and Rutherford counties. […] The post Gateway Wellness Foundation announces disaster relief grant opportunity appeared first on The Tryon Daily Bulletin.
N.C. quartz mines share Helene damage updates
High-purity quartz mines in Spruce Pine, which Axios reported on last week, say they do not anticipate supply chain hang-ups as damage assessments continue at their facilities.Why it matters: Two manufacturers of the world's purest quartz — a rare, key ingredient of the chips that power everything from medical devices to cellphones — are staying offline in the aftermath of Helene.A short-term closure of the mines may not make much difference, but a long-term closure would threaten the global economy.The latest: Sibelco and The Quartz Corp confirmed their employees are accounted for and safe. The facilities sustained some damage.In a statement,...
UT veterinarians sending mobile unit to Elizabethton to help pets impacted by Helene
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine is deploying a mobile medical unit to help pets affected by Helene in Carter County. The college's mobile veterinary clinic will be at the Tractor Supply at 210 Cherokee Park Drive in Elizabethton between Oct. 9 and Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. UT said the clinic will close for a break daily for 30 minutes at 1 p.m.
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