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10-Digit Dialing, New Area Code Coming Soon To East Tennessee
With new telephone numbers in high demand, the Tennessee Public Utility Commission has approved the addition of a new 729 area code to the existing 423 area code region, which covers two non-contiguous regions in eastern Tennessee, serving communities such as Bristol, Chattanooga, Johnson City and Kingsport, as well as many other smaller communities.
Tennessee governor OK with outside money for pro-voucher candidates
(This story was originally published by Chalkbeat. Sign up for their newsletters at ckbe.at/newsletters) Sign up for Chalkbeat Tennessee’s free daily newsletter to keep up with Memphis-Shelby County Schools and statewide education policy. Gov. Bill Lee says he is OK with outside groups spending big on Tennessee legislative races featuring candidates who support his universal […]
Lady Eagles look to channel momentum in Dawson’s first full season
COSBY — Maddy Dawson stood outside the fence at Virgil Ball Stadium last week, reflecting on the past year. For Dawson and the Cosby girls’ soccer program, there have been a lot of changes. A Cosby alum, Dawson took over as head coach in September of 2023. She had played under James Groat and Michelle...
Animal Shelter of Sullivan County stops intake of animals
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Animal Shelter of Sullivan County announced Tuesday that it has closed its intake of animals. The shelter announced on social media that, effective Monday, it could not accept any more animals. “Unfortunately, this year has been incredibly hard on shelters and rescues in the area,” the social media post […]
Drawing the line: Rogersville events spreading awareness about human trafficking
The problem of human trafficking is being brought to the forefront in Rogersville thanks to two events this past weekend at the City Park and another scheduled for Aug. 24, also at the park. Friday afternoon, the Hawkins County Health Department hosted a Red Sand Project event at the park. About 20 people participated in pouring red sand into the cracks of the parking area of a pavilion to symbolize victims of human trafficking who fall between the cracks of getting help. ...
Farmer's Daughter lunch, hydroponics farm visit planned
The Clinchfield Senior Adult Center recently held a discussion about renewing the mind. So many times, we believe things our whole life that are based on negative thoughts and bad life experiences. It doesn’t always make it true. It’s important that we don’t stew in our negative thoughts. It can change our perspective and attitude. This can have an impact on your quality of life. Make sure your perspective is based on the truth. Bitterness in the heart is like dry soil. It’s hard to plant in dry soil. Think of others before yourself and remember that your empathy is a gift. Give it often.
Vols' Spraggins declares himself ready for restriction-free camp
Tennessee football's medical staff and coaches will decide whether reliable senior right guard Javontez Spraggins will be limited at any point in preseason camp after missing the final two games or last season and all of spring camp with a knee injury that required surgery. Spraggins on Tuesday sure didn't...
Tuesday Recap with LETN: Living Faithfully, Styling for Teachers Back to School, Flooring Galore and Opera Happenings
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — When it comes to Tuesdays, LETN is bringing you all the fun here on WATE! Check out what you might have missed on today’s show. Monday Recap with LETN: Morristown Happenings, Beauty for a Cause, Maker Monday’s and More!. Hey, it’s Friday! LETN...
These people gave the most money to each Knox County Commission candidate
Almost all candidates running for Knox County Commission received donations in the last part of the election cycle, from April 1 to July 22, and several had individual contributors who maxed out the limits. The most amount of money an individual can donate to a campaign is $1,800 in the general election...