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Johnson City man arrested for vehicular assault, leaving scene of accident
JOHNSON CITY – On Aug. 29, officers of the Johnson City Police Department arrested Francisco Vasquez, 47, of Johnson City, and charged him with vehicular assault and leaving the scene of an accident with injuries. The arrest followed an investigation into a pedestrian and vehicle collision that occurred on Aug. 27 at approximately 9:40 p.m. […] The post Johnson City man arrested for vehicular assault, leaving scene of accident appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
What’s Happening This Weekend: Events in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. — The weekend is bringing tons of fun to the Hub City and beyond! Take a look at some of the events happening around West Tennessee:. Gibson County Fairgrounds, 1242 Manufacturers Row, Trenton. August 30, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. West TN Farmers Market, 209 N...
‘Dangerous’ couple wanted for August 14 stabbing
The two prime suspects in a stabbing in Jonesborough earlier this month remain on the run. Sheriff Keith Sexton said Adam Porter, 40, and Savannah Barber, 23, are charged with aggravated assault for the Aug. 19 incident. Police said the two victims were attacked by multiple people with a hatchet and a knife with one victim requiring surgery and a hospital stay for their injuries.
Meteor spotted in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia early Friday
(WCYB) — A meteor was spotted in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia early Friday. News 5 has received several reports of a boom with the fireball. We have viewer video from both Big Stone Gap, Virginia, and looking toward Greene County, Tennessee. One video shows a meteor falling from...
Bucs set to host third annual ETSU Aquathlon on Friday
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — The ETSU women’s triathlon team is set for host its third annual ETSU Aquathlon on campus this Friday evening - kicking off at 5 p.m. in Johnson City. The event consists of a 500-yard swim and a 2-mile run. The swim will be...
Don't be surprised if you don't see Tennessee's new Smokey dog on the sidelines. Here's why
Tennessee football's new Smokey needs a little more leeway to get used to the loud roar of 101,915 fans before he's fully ready for the big time. Smokey XI, who was selected to replace his dad, Smokey X, will carry out the tradition of running through the "Power T" formed by the Pride of the Southland Band at the start of each home game, but he might not do much more than that, Tennessee Athletics spokesman...
Tennessee Higher Education Commission Announces 2024 FAFSA Champions
An impressive 117 high schools across Tennessee have been recognized this year as FAFSA Champions for the Class of 2024. The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) and the Tennessee Student Assistance Corporation (TSAC) award the designation of FAFSA Champion to schools whose Tennessee Promise FAFSA completion rate exceeds 90% or increased by 5% or more over the previous year.
Rolling Thunder Chapter 4 to hold annual Ride for Wreaths
JOHNSON CITY — Rolling Thunder® Chapter 4 Tennessee will hold its annual Ride for Wreaths on Sept. 28 at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center. The event will kick off at 11 a.m. in the parking lot at the corner of Ash Avenue and Fifth Street in Johnson City. Registration for the ride begins […] The post Rolling Thunder Chapter 4 to hold annual Ride for Wreaths appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
First Alert Forecast: Staying hot through Friday
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - First Alert Weather Day through tomorrow for excessive heat. Some heat and rain relief is on the way. Download the WSMV 4 First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android, so you can stay informed on the go and in between newscasts. We share custom videos, plus you can choose to get messages from us on the latest conditions and forecast.
Appalachia Service Project to provide 3 families with homes through annual Race to Build event
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Appalachia Service Project (ASP) will host its eighth annual Race to Build event on Sept. 19-21. The event takes place during the Bass Pro Shops Night Race at Bristol Motor Speedway and will build three homes for Tri-Cities families. Three college teams, Tennessee College of Applied Technology, Kent State University […]
'But the bear doesn't leave' | Appalachian Bear Rescue says people are making bears lose their fear of humans
TOWNSEND, Tenn. — East Tennessee's bear rescue is asking for people to start securing their trash, put away their bird feeders and keep their vehicles locked if they live near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Appalachian Bear Rescue said 20 bears have been euthanized in Tennessee this year,...
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