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June pending home sales flat
June’s pending sales were flat on the heels of a 20% decline in home sales. Sellers accepted 796 new contracts, one fewer than the previous month, and 42 more than June last year, according to the Northeast Tennessee Association of Realtors (NETAR). Pending sales are a leading indicator of housing activity based on signed contracts for […] The post June pending home sales flat appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
$217,060 for Tims Ford State Park Tire Program Grant from TDEC
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) recently announced a grant of $217,060 for Tims Ford State Park from the state’s Tire Environmental Act Program. Tims Ford State Park will provide matching funds of $54,265 and use the grant to install three separate porous pavement trails using recycled...
Second man arrested in the shooting of a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A second man has been arrested in the shooting of a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper, authorities said. Trooper Adam Cothron stopped a Kia Forte driven by Timothy Davis Jr. on Interstate 40 on Friday. When he approached, Davis shot Cothron, critically wounding him, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation said in a news release. The trooper remained hospitalized Tuesday, the agency said.
Grand Ole Opry blasts off: NASA astronauts sing 'Rocky Top' for Opry live from space
For the first time ever, The Grand Ole Opry welcomed an announcer from far beyond planet Earth. This weekend, the Opry presented a live performance and guest appearances from NASA astronauts, including Tennessee native Barry "Butch" Wilmore and his crew of five at the International Space Station. The guest appearance marked the...
Maury Regional Health Promotes Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to Chief Nursing Officer
Maury Regional Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to its senior leadership team, assuming the role of chief nursing officer (CNO). “Cathy has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, exceptional clinical skills and a deep commitment to patient care,” said CEO Martin Chaney, MD. “Her vision and dedication will undoubtedly drive an ongoing positive impact at Maury Regional Health.”
Nova the dog: A heartwarming example of shelters rehabilitating animals
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Nova is a dog who was recently taken in by the Washington County-Johnson City Animal Shelter. She came in with a bad case of mange and severe front leg issues that were in need of “extensive medical intervention.” With the care of shelter staff and the veterinary expertise of medical […]
Boone and Crockett stadium renovations ‘on time,’ director of schools says
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — With one month to go before the first home varsity football game for Washington County Schools, the clock is ticking to finish stadium renovations. Director of Schools Dr. Jerry Boyd says things are looking good. “Well, as far as the timeline being established from the beginning of the project, everything’s on […]
Blackburn, Harshbarger write to ICE for help finding 2017 vehicular homicide suspect
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Lawmakers representing Northeast Tennesseans have reached out to the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to help bring attention to the search for the suspect in a fatal 2017 collision in Washington County. The Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) issued a news release on Tuesday, stating that both U.S. […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative identifies lineman electrocuted in Grainger County; investigation underway
RUTLEDGE, Tenn. (WATE) — A lineman with Appalachian Electric Cooperative was electrocuted on July 23 while crews were working to install a new service in Grainger County. A release from AEC explained that crews were working to install the service at 9:20 a.m. when an “electrical contact occurred on site.” Crew members began life-saving measures […]
Nazi hate group accused of yelling 'racial slurs' at Black children in Nashville
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A troubling trend continues in Middle Tennessee as a Nazi group was seen yelling racial slurs at young Black kids in downtown Nashville this past weekend. The Nazi hate group, made up of adult white men, allegedly used racist language against the children, a statement...
Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy earns accreditation
East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy is celebrating a milestone that occurs once every eight years: full reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). “ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy must undergo the reaffirmation process every eight years to ensure that our college continues to deliver a […] The post Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy earns accreditation appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
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