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Williams Honored By State Hospitals Association
The Tennessee Hospital Association awarded State Representative Ryan Williams the 2024 Hospital Hero Award at Cookeville Regional Medical Center Wednesday. The award recognizes lawmakers who prioritize policy issues that contribute to the health and wellness of Tennesseans through support for hospitals. Williams advocated for financial relief for hospitals and secured over $110 million in funding for hospitals across the state. Williams said the work he did was essential to the hospital industry.
Maker’s Market kicks off Christmas in July in Downtown
The much-anticipated Christmas in July event is set to kick off at the upcoming Maker’s Market, scheduled for Sunday, July 21, from noon to 5 p.m. The festive affair will be hosted at Crossroads Craftworks located at 411 East Doe Ave., aiming to showcase the extraordinary talents and creations of local artists. The Maker’s Market […] The post Maker’s Market kicks off Christmas in July in Downtown appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Tennessee developers can now hire own building safety inspectors
By Anita Wadhawani Tennessee Lookout A new law initiated by Gov. Bill Lee will allow developers to hire their own inspectors to check for environmental, safety and building violations on construction sites – bypassing city codes departments and the State Fire Marshal’s Office. Lee, who made the measure a key policy priority this year, said […] The post Tennessee developers can now hire own building safety inspectors appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
'This was my best friend that got killed' | Death row inmate's loved ones, private investigator, calling for exoneration
BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. — Thirty-two years ago, Tennessee investigators found the bodies of siblings Tommy Griffin and Connie Branham. They also found a burned-out car and a burned trailer connected to the crimes in Blount and Sevier counties. Gary Wayne Sutton, and his uncle, James Dellinger, were eventually convicted...
Child Well Being in Coffee Co. / Bedford Co. - In Bottom Half of Tennessee Counties.
The Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth has released its County Profiles of Child Well-Being in Tennessee for 2024. At 68th, Coffee County is in the bottom half of Tennessee counties in child well-being. Coffee County’s strongest indicator is the percent of public school kindergarteners with the full immunization. Bedford County is 72nd in child well-being. According to the state, the county’s biggest challenge is the percent of children without health insurance, where it ranks 90th.
Local nonprofit makes at-home HIV testing kits free and accessible in East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A local public health nonprofit is making free HIV testing more accessible to people in East Tennessee. Staff at the Choice Health Network told 10News they hope this new program will help keep the community both safe and healthy. "One of the ways to stop HIV...
Bluff City approves 5% water, sewer rate hike
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WJHL)—The Town of Bluff City has approved its budget for the next fiscal year. Property taxes will not increase; however, garbage collection fees and water and sewer rates will. According to a social media post by Bluff City Mayor Jeff Broyles, the Board of Supervisors passed the balanced budget Tuesday night. “Due […]
Bluff City swinging bridge closed due to needed repairs
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The swinging bridge over the South Fork Holston River in Bluff City will be closed indefinitely due to needed repairs. According to Mayor Jeff Broyles, the town will work with county partners to reopen the bridge as soon as possible. Signs will be installed to remind people of the bridge’s […]
Creativity Unleashed At Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 2-3
Burnsville, NC –The Town Square in Burnsville comes to life with a showcase of artistry and community spirit during the Free, 67th annual Mount Mitchell Crafts Fair, Aug. 2-3., 9-5pm on both days. Hosted by the Yancey County Chamber of Commerce, this juried event transforms downtown Burnsville into a...
The Arts are Big Business in Johnson County
On Saturday, the residents of Johnson County and the surrounding area enjoyed the sights and sounds of the Sunflower Festival, one of the area's largest arts and cultural events. The festival stretched the length of Mountain City’s Main Street and featured more than 220 arts and crafts vendors. It is...
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