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Greene County woman charged after dozens dogs found in "horrible conditions"
GREENE COUNTY, Tenn. (WCYB) — A woman is facing charges in Greene County after animal control found dozens of dogs and puppies living in what has been described as "horrible conditions." Authorities said that they found the animals living in a small mobile home, with the inside covered in...
15 Tennesseans charged in organized drug trafficking scheme including fentanyl, meth
MEMPHIS, Tenn.--A multi-agency investigation has resulted in federal charges for fifteen Tennesseans accused of taking part in an organized drug trafficking scheme. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), FBI, USPS, Memphis Police Department, Bartlett Police Department, and Shelby County Sheriff's Office all took part in the case. According to the Department of Justice (DOJ), a federal grand jury has charged 15 people accused of distributing fentanyl, methamphetamine, and marijuana throughout the Memphis area.
CDC Warns of Deadly Virus Reported in Indiana and Tennessee
The Centers for Disease Control has released information about West Nile Virus and areas with human infections and pools testing positive. I can tell you from experience that there are plenty of illnesses out there right now. Not only is the regular cold still a thing, but the flu, strep throat, RSV, and COVID are all on the rise. Personally, I have had something lingering since mid-June.
Local farmers markets and federal program join forces to fight child food insecurity
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WCYB) — According to Second Harvest Food Bank, one in four children is experiencing food insecurity in the region. Now, local farmers markets are partnering up with the federal government to combat this issue with a program called Sun Bucks. It's designed to be used just like...
Clerk attacked with knife at Chilhowie Exxon; police ask for public's assistance
A clerk was attacked with a knife early Saturday at a Chilhowie, Virginia Exxon, police say. The incident happened at approximately 12:45 a.m. According to police, a Hispanic man entered the Exxon at 409 Whitetop Road. Police say the suspect asked for assistance and when the clerk walked away the...
Unique and traditional varieties of Virginia-grown produce are abundant now
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA (VR) — Virginia’s true colors are exposed in the summer, as farmers harvest fresh produce that intrigues consumers perusing farm stands and grocery shelves. John Cromwell of Cromwell’s Produce in Virginia Beach grows both heirloom and hybrid tomatoes that showcase the summer’s color spectrum. In addition to traditional Roma and cherry tomatoes, he grows […] The post Unique and traditional varieties of Virginia-grown produce are abundant now appeared first on The Virginian Review.
Majority of Virginia localities are under a drought advisory
RICHMOND, VA (VR) — The majority of Virginia’s localities are under either a drought advisory watch or warning. According to a recent Drought Advisory Declaration from the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality and the Virginia Drought Monitoring Task Force, 12 counties are under a drought advisory warning and 95 counties and cities are under a drought watch. The declaration was […] The post Majority of Virginia localities are under a drought advisory appeared first on The Virginian Review.
New River Valley Volvo Trucks to receive part of $208 million in federal funding
DUBLIN, Va. (WDBJ) - The New River Valley Volvo Trucks manufacturing facility is set to receive a portion of $208 million in federal funds, Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine announced Thursday. The funding comes through the Domestic Manufacturing Conversion Grant Program under the Inflation Reduction Act. The grant aims...
Local politicians met in Tazewell County for a tour of a mine methane capture facility
CEDAR BLUFF, VA (WVNS) – It was a smooth landing over at the Tazewell County Airport on the afternoon of Thursday, July 11, 2024. The landing corresponded with the arrival of the Ways and Means Supply Chain Tax Team from Washington D.C. U.S. representatives Carol Miller of West Virginia and Morgan Griffith of Virginia both […]
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