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'Walmart Heart' program celebrates Kingston boy with autism
ROCKWOOD, Tenn. — A 17-year-old boy became an honorary Rockwood Walmart truck driver Saturday as part of a company program that aims to uplift people with disabilities, veterans and the terminally ill. Cole Canter has autism and was nominated for the program by his mother Cherise. Cole beamed throughout...
Squirrel White has added motivation heading into new season with Vols
Squirrel White was absent when held its Orange & White Game back in April, but the wide receiver had a good reason to miss out on the exhibition scrimmage at Neyland Stadium. He was watching his teammates perform without him while awaiting the birth of his son, a life-changing event that has given the 20-year-old a new perspective on life and football heading into his junior season. Now wearing No. 3, White already has visions of celebrating touchdowns with his son, Sky, watching in the stands, fresh motivation for one of Tennessee’s most established playmakers.
Passion Play in the Smokies at Greenbrier
PITTMAN CENTER — Hills Creek Baptist Church, located in Pittman Center just 5.5 miles from downtown Gatlinburg, proudly presents the third annual Passion Play in the Smokies at Greenbrier. This event is a collaborative effort involving alumni from previous productions. Director Mark Pedro shared, “After attending the Greenbrier Mountain Festival in 2021 and seeing the potential of the natural performance space behind the church, I approached the church about producing the Passion Play.” ...
British car maker to establish $8M facility in Virginia
PITTSYLVANIA COUNTY, Va. (WAVY) — A British car manufacturer has rolled out plans to establish a new facility in Virginia. Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced Thursday that RBW Sports & Classics is gearing up to build an $8 million facility at Cane Creek Centre, an industrial park jointly owned by the City of Danville and Pittsylvania County.
Homegrown Harvest Festival returns Oct. 4-6
Hubs Peanuts, Commune Restaurant and River Road Farm recently announced the second annual Homegrown Harvest Festival set for Oct. 4-6, highlighting the best of Virginia cuisine, music and community. A news release stated that the Homegrown Harvest Festival will benefit the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore, the T2 Fitness Foundation and The […] The post Homegrown Harvest Festival returns Oct. 4-6 appeared first on Windsor Weekly.
Sports briefs: Chiefs' reunion a week away
ROGERSVILLE — Cherokee High School will honor the 1984, 1987, 1988 and 1989 football teams during the Chiefs’ home opener against David Crockett on Aug. 30. Former Chiefs from those teams who plan to attend the reunion should fill out the Google form available on the Cherokee High School website. Players are invited to bring lawn chairs and sit near the field house to enjoy time together while the game is being played. ...
This Week’s Weather :Extreme Heat 8-26-29-2024
Triple digit temperatures and dry conditions will be the theme all the way into the holiday weekend. Heat and Air Quality Advisories will probably be issued by mid-week. Sunny and hot, with a high near 98. Calm wind becoming east southeast around 5 mph. Monday Night. Mostly clear, with a...
Who's the real UT? Davy Crockett and my wife helped me decide between Tennessee, Texas | Adams
One of my bosses recently suggested I write a column on why Tennessee, not Texas, is the real “UT.” I immediately composed an email that read something like: “It’s my column, not yours. And I pick my own subjects. Is that clear?” After deleting that email, I composed another message: “Thanks for the idea....
Temps quickly warm Sunday morning with lots of sunshine, hot afternoon ahead
The Storm Team 11 Forecast: After a cooler start to Sunday, we will see temperatures quickly warm through the day. This afternoon will be partly cloudy and hot with a high near 89 degrees. Fair skies are forecast tonight with a low of 61 degrees. Monday will be hot under...
Outdoor Notes: Squirrel season opens Aug. 24
NASHVILLE — Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license on Saturday, Aug. 24, which coincides with the opening day of squirrel season. Free Hunting Day is an event the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency annually provides in hopes of increasing interest in hunting. Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. The day serves as an excellent opportunity for people to experience the enjoyment of the sport. ...
Kingsport Educator Bryan Kerns Crowned Tennessee Teacher of the Year for 2024-25
Last night's announcement revealed that Bryan Kerns, a math and fire management instructor at Dobyns-Bennett High School, has been distinguished as the Tennessee Teacher of the Year for 2024-25, in recognition of his impactful contribution to both his students and the larger community in Kingsport City Schools, according to the Tennessee Department of Education.
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