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Commissioners hear update on Ashe Park expansion
JEFFERSON — The Ashe County Commissioners held their second regular session meeting of the month on Monday, July 15, on the third floor of the Ashe County Courthouse. After the commissioners followed opening procedures, Chairman Todd McNeill flowed into the adoption of the agenda, explaining that there were a couple of changes that needed to be made. With approval from the commissioners, a proposed text amendment to the Ashe County...
Responder Rib Cookoff at Doe Mountain Recreation Area
(WJHL) Brie Novack of Doe Mountain Recreation Area tells us about an upcoming Rib Cookoff by first responders coming up Saturday, July 27th to raise money for area fire departments. To learn more, watch the video.
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!
Woman describes being swung like a rag doll and violently attacked
BLUEFIELD, WV (LOOTPRESS) – A woman describes being swung around like a rag doll and beaten by her boyfriend after she allegedly had a conversation with an older man at her work. On July 14, 2024, CPL Lacy, Deputy Brooks, and Deputy A.M. Presley responded to a report of a domestic disturbance on Green Valley […]
Covered Bridge Jams Concert to feature The Bullseye Band
This Saturday’s Covered Bridge Jams Concert will feature The Bullseye Band. “We look to have a large crowd to come out and enjoy this exciting local group,” stated Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Director David Nanney. Michael Little and his two brothers, Patrick and Mark, formed the band in 1982. They have been playing together for […] The post Covered Bridge Jams Concert to feature The Bullseye Band appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
'Nancy' play set for Jonesborough's International Storytelling Center
The International Storytelling Center is accustomed to sharing stories from all over the world from its stage. However, this month, the intimate Jonesborough theatre will welcome a local story of history and triumph with the play “Nancy.”. Audiences can enjoy “Nancy,” the story of an enslaved woman at 6...
Data shows hurricanes and earthquakes grab headlines but inland counties top disaster list
When it comes to climate, extreme weather and other so-called natural disasters, people generally look to America's hurricane or earthquake prone coasts and say that's where the danger is. But
Washington County Commission defers decision on County Farm property
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) – For months, non-profit Unity Housing has been working with the Washington County, Tennessee Commission to take county-owned property on Zeke Crawford Road and use it to help those experiencing homelessness following hospital stay. “The proposal is regarding the establishment of a medical respite facility,” said Opal Frye-Clark, president and co-founder of […]
Mercer County man sentenced for federal drug crime
PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) — A man from the Princeton area of Mercer County was sentenced to prison for a fentanyl crime. 21-year-old Dailen Isaiah Defoe, of Princeton, was sentenced on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 to nine years in prison, to be followed by three years of parole, for distribution of fentanyl. According to statements made […]
New head coach Mike Castle aims to revitalize Volunteer after winless season
CHURCH HILL, Tenn. (WCYB) — Volunteer held its football media day on Monday inside the school's gym. The Falcons went 0-10 in 2023. This season they have a new head coach in Mike Castle, who was an assistant coach in Church Hill last season. He says the team has...
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Youngkin appoints Harrisonburg man to Virginia Board of Forestry
HARRISONBURG, Va. (ROCKTOWN NOW) – Governor Glenn Youngkin announced his weekly appointments to key administration and boards. One of his appointments is Michael Harold of Harrisonburg, who was appointed to the Virginia Board of Forestry. Harold is the Director of Procurement at Speyside Bourbon Cooperage. Also, Bo Wilson of...
Stars of Storrs vs. Happy Valley: TBT Exit Sparks Fan Debate
UConn alumni team, Stars of Storrs, exited TBT early after a defeat by Happy Valley Hoopers, despite a valiant effort following an initial win in the tournament. The Stars of Storrs lost to the Happy Valley Hoopers 94-83 in the TBT. RJ Cole led the Husky Alumni with 17 points...
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...
Carter County Schools announce administrative changes for 2024-25 school year
Carter County Schools announced key administrative changes for the upcoming 2024-25 school year on Monday, July 22. Brandon Young will be the new Principal of Happy Valley Middle School. Young brings 22 years of educational experience, having started his career as a 5th-grade teacher in Mitchell County, N.C. After eight years of teaching, he pursued […] The post Carter County Schools announce administrative changes for 2024-25 school year appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Carter, Unicoi early voting turnout slow, low – not so in Johnson
By Buzz Trexler Star Correspondent A little more than halfway through the early voting window, voters in Carter and Unicoi counties are not exactly rushing to the polls for the Aug. 1 state and federal primaries and general elections, but that’s not the case in Johnson County. “We are approximately 300 short as the same […] The post Carter, Unicoi early voting turnout slow, low – not so in Johnson appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
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