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Police investigating third ATM robbery this week
Another ATM robbery in the Tri-Cities; this one, reported by the Bristol Tennessee Police Department off of Interstate 81 at the Pinnacle retail area at First Bank and Trust in the pre-dawn hours of Tuesday. They also hit a First Bank ATM located on Volunteer Parkway on Thursday. No word...
Tennessee had worst voter turnout in US during 2022 midterms, report finds
Less than 40% of registered voters in Tennessee cast a ballot during the 2022 midterm elections, which was the worst turnout in the country, according to data from the Nashville-based nonprofit think tank, ThinkTennessee.
Minneapolis City Council Proposes Extending Eviction Notice Period to 30 Days to Aid Renters
Minneapolis City Council members are looking to give renters facing eviction a longer notice period before they must vacate their homes. Council Member Jason Chavez, Council President Elliott Payne, and Council Member Aurin Chowdhury are spearheading the change, introducing a notice of intent to extend the current 14-day pre-eviction notification period to 30 days. "We will officially begin the legislative process to amend the current 14-day pre-eviction notification to a 30-day pre-eviction notification," Chavez said, according to Jason Chavez - Minneapolis Ward 9.
Newest alderman familiar face at Erwin Town Hall
Gary Chandler’s back in a familiar and official role with the Town of Erwin. In its most recent meeting, the Erwin Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a nomination to appoint Chandler to the seat vacated by Alderwoman Paula Edwards’ unexpected resignation.
Bluff City budget increases garbage, water and sewer rates
The Town of Bluff City approved its budget for the next fiscal year Tuesday night, and while property taxes will not increase, garbage collection fees, water and sewer rates will. In addition to the 5% water/sewer rate hike, garbage collection fees in the town will be increased to $22 a month. According to Mayor Jeff Broyles, the average resident in town with both water and sewer will see an increase of less than $4. He also mentioned that online bill-paying services will be available soon, but did not specify a date.
Dept. of Health denying teens preventative healthcare, citing new parental consent law
By Anita Wadhwani Tennessee Lookout Tennessee public health clinics will no longer give teens access to routine healthcare — including birth control, sexually transmitted infection treatment and pregnancy tests — without parental consent, according to the Department of Health’s interpretation of a new parental rights law that took effect July 1. The Family Rights and […] The post Dept. of Health denying teens preventative healthcare, citing new parental consent law appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Former Sullivan East quarterback Drake Fisher signs with Presbyterian College
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — One of the top quarterbacks in the state signed his name on the dotted line this morning in front of family and friends. Former Sullivan East quarterback Drake Fisher signed a national letter of intent to play football for the Blue Hose of Presbyterian College Wednesday morning. Fisher was the […]
Top to Toe 5K Race Coming to Mitchell County on August 3rd
The Top to Toe 5K is an adventurous descent from the top of a quto the bottom of the Toe River valley. Built for record chasers and families alike, this course begins at The Quartz Corp’s Chalk Mountain and ends at Riverside Park in Spruce Pine. The race proceeds benefit Mitchell County Chamber of Commerce, NC Mineral and Gem Festival. Each registered participant receives one free admission ticket to the NC Mineral and Gem Festival as well as a t-shirt!
Three candidates running for Johnson County sheriff
JOHNSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Early voting has begun and three candidates, Thomas Brown, Johnny Roberts, and interim Sheriff Clifton Worley, are running for Johnson County sheriff. Clifton Worley was appointed interim sheriff after Sheriff Eddie Tester passed away in August 2023. Worley said he would like to remain in that position and be elected […]
Recalled gummies contained illegal controlled substance, testing finds
People eating some of the now-recalled Diamond Shruumz brand candies may also have been getting a dose of an illegal substance from magic mushrooms, testing by a Virginia poison control center has confirmed.The Blue Ridge Poison Center at the University of Virginia says they found psilocin among the undisclosed substances mixed into Diamond Shruumz gummies. Psilocin, like the hallucinogenic psilocybin found in some kinds of mushrooms, is a schedule I controlled substance by the Drug Enforcement Administration."You can't look at these labels and say, 'Oh I know what's in here, I know how to treat this,' or if I'm a consumer,...
Virginia Lottery Powerball, Pick 3 Night results for July 17, 2024
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at July 17, 2024, results for each game:. Powerball drawings are held Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 11 p.m. 24-27-32-47-66, Powerball: 26, Power Play: 2. Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here. Pick...
2024 Kingsport Mayoral Candidate: Sara Buchanan
KINGSPORT, Tenn--Four candidates are vying to be the next Mayor of Kingsport. The mayor seat is open after Kingsport Mayor Pat Shull announced last year he would retire. We interviewed each of the four candidates and asked them what they would do to make Kingsport a better place to live and work.
Flag Pond woman and son charged in theft of coins worth 80K
A Flag Pond woman and her adult son have been charged with stealing more than $80,000 worth of precious metal from a couple that she was hired to help as a caretaker. According to a release issued by Chief Deputy Frank Rogers with the Unicoi County Sheriff’s Office, Angela M. Leslie, 44, 1479 Rice Creek Road, Flag Pond, was arrested on Sunday, July 14, during an undercover sting operation conducted by Unicoi County deputies.
Kingsport Adult Day Care soon to open
(WJHL) Michelle Bolling, owner and director of Kingsport Adult Day Care tells us about some of the services that will be offered in this soon to be opened facility. It will be located on Fort Henry Drive and is scheduled to open sometime next month. For more information, please check...
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