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'Biggest race of my life:' Local motocross racer prepares for national championship in TN
A local motocross racer is soon heading to Tennessee in hopes of being crowned the fastest in the country. Seven-year-old Maverick Novak is getting ready to race against 41 other kids in his age group for a national championship. “This is the biggest race of my life,” Novak says.
Daytime Live: Funfest Putt-Putt Tourney & Splash Dance
Chris takes us to Kingsport as the Funfest Putt-Putt Tournament is underway, and we preview this afternoon’s Splash Dance, as the Kid’s Central event wraps up! Please watch the videos to discover more about all the exciting events taking place during Funfest!
Owner of Red’s Tip Top Hair-Shop glad to be downtown
In need of a fresh haircut or a trim? There’s a new business in downtown Erwin to meet those needs. Red Helton, owner and barber for Red’s Tip Top Hair-Shop, spoke to The Erwin Record about the new business. “I offer various cuts for all ages,” Helton said....
Weather 7-24-2024 Rain Continues
Rain is in the forecast for the foreseeable future every day. Some storms may be strong. Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm. High near 85. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tennessee campaign finance officials blast AG, calling deferral of inquiry an abdication
Members of Tennessee’s Registry of Election Finance on Tuesday accused Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti of sluggish and inadequate handling of campaign finance investigations, calling his approach “an abdication of responsibility.” The registry oversees campaign finance in Tennessee and criticism arose from an investigation requested by members into a complaint against two groups that...
Local celebrities warm up the diamond for Appy League All-Star Game celebration
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — The biggest stars in the Appalachian League will be in Johnson City Tuesday night for the Appy League All-Star Game. But some local celebrities hit the diamond Monday night for a little All-Star appetizer. Former Vols John Fulkerson and Kirby Connell, along with former...
Weekend will mark 16th annual Xtreme Roan Adventures
The Friends of Roan Mountain are again sponsoring a kid’s day of nature exploration known as the Xtreme Roan Adventures at the Roan Mountain State Park. The Adventures will start Friday evening, July 26, at the R.M.S.P. amphitheater with the Free Friday Night Adventures. This year’s stage show will explore a new way to look at nature. UV or black-light flashlights will expose things seldom seen. It is the Hike-a-Delic Experience.
Tennessee Republican files articles of impeachment against Harris
Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) filed articles of impeachment against Vice President Harris on Tuesday, as Republicans ramp up attacks while she launches a presidential campaign. The filing expands on previously introduced articles that target Harris’s record on immigration, a GOP rallying cry against the vice president. He added a second article in the new filing,…
Surcheros Signs Largest Development Deal in Company History
Surcheros, a community favorite rooted in bold flavors with Southern hospitality, is set to mark its official debut in Tennessee. The Fresh Mex brand has announced a significant franchise agreement with WilCo Fresh Mex, LLC, marking the brand’s largest development deal to date. This expansion will introduce Surcheros to the Nashville market with plans for seven new units.
NashVillager Podcast: Tennessee’s Father of the United Nations
On the anniversary of his death, a reminder of why we should probably all know more about who Cordell Hull was. Plus the local news for July 23, 2024 and a debut album that was years in the works. Credits:. This is a production of Nashville Public Radio. Host/producer: Nina...
Tennessee among top U.S. states with people in financial distress, study says. Here's what that means.
Tennessee is among the top five states in the country with the most amount of people in financial distress, a new study from WalletHub shows. According to WalletHub, an account in distress is defined as a credit account that is in forbearance or has its payments delayed, meaning the account holder is...
Chase deepens its footprint into East Tennessee opening more full-service branches
Chase Bank announced in February it planned to open 500 new branches nationwide and hire 3,500 employees over the next three years, including deeper into Tennessee. Following the expansion in the Nashville and Memphis markets and one branch near Knoxville, Chase will open five to six more branches in East Tennessee by the end of 2026. The 11242 Kingston Pike branch in Farragut opened in April and another branch at 503 Foothills Plaza in Maryville opened in May.
Dollywood hosting hiring events for seasonal workers
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Dollywood announced Tuesday that the theme park is looking to hire for seasonal positions ahead of the fall and Christmas seasons. The theme park will be hosting several hiring events ahead of its Harvest Festival and Smoky Mountain Christmas events. They’re scheduled for the Sevierville Civic Center on Aug. 1, 8, 15 and 22 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
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