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Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial
A former Tennessee police officer charged in last year's fatal beating of Tyre Nichols intends to change his not guilty plea. Emmitt Martin is scheduled to appear in federal court Friday. Martin is
Tennessee residents will have the opportunity to hunt without a license on Saturday, August 24, aligning with the opening day of squirrel season
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has designated this day as Free Hunting Day to promote interest in hunting and introduce new participants to the sport. Free Hunting Day is an annual initiative by the TWRA aimed at sparking interest in hunting,...
TennCare diaper benefit reaches 9,000 Tennessee families in first two weeks
More than 9,000 Tennessee families have signed up to receive free diapers through the Division of TennCare’s new diaper benefit since it launched on Aug. 7. Gov. Bill Lee visited Pruitt’s Discount Pharmacy on Dickerson Pike in Nashville this week to hand deliver some of the first boxes of diapers distributed through the new benefit — the first of its kind in the nation. ...
Walmart responds to bed bugs inquiry at Greeneville location
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — Walmart’s corporate offices have responded to questions regarding an alleged outbreak of bed bugs at its Greeneville location. News Channel 11 reached out to Walmart after receiving multiple calls and emails from viewers claiming there was an infestation of bed bugs at the store at 3755 E Andrew Johnson Highway. In […]
UETHDA announces energy assistance outreach for September
The Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency (UETHDA) RV will be traveling throughout the region in September, helping those needing assistance with their energy bills through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This program helps keep individuals and families safe and healthy by assisting with energy costs. For those who qualify, a payment is […] The post UETHDA announces energy assistance outreach for September appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
PHOTO GALLERY: Lady Trojans ruin Falcons' home opener
CHURCH HILL — Morristown West outshot Volunteer 6-1 in nonconference girls soccer action on Tuesday to ruin the Lady Falcons’ home opener. Senior Kendall Stapleton knocked in Volunteer’s lone goal on a deflection and scrap in the box. Volunteer (1-1, 1-0) will travel to Washington County for its next two nonconference battles, at David Crockett on Thursday (Aug. 22) and at Daniel Boone on Monday (Aug. 26) before returning home...
New outdoors program launched to benefit Tennessee youth mental health
TENNESSEE, USA — The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy and Outdoor Chattanooga have announced a new program to get Southeast Tennessee children to spend more time outdoors than ever before. The Outdoor Leadership Club is designed to introduce youth and families in historically marginalized communities "to nature to experience the...
Tennessee Man and His Company Plead Guilty to Illegal Discharge of Pollutants into Holston River
In a clear breach of environmental protocols, a Tennessee man and his company have admitted to illegally discharging pollutants into the Holston River, a revelation that underscores the ongoing struggles between industrial operations and environmental conservation. According to a press release from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee, Christopher Domermuth, 49, and Domermuth Environmental Services, LLC (DES), based in Knoxville, both entered guilty pleas to charges laid out under the Clean Water Act.
Clingmans Dome name change proposal to be reviewed by US Board on Geographic Names
The name change proposal for Clingmans Dome to become Kuwohi, the Cherokee word for "mulberry place," on a federal level is slated to be reviewed by the U.S. Board on Geographic Names (BGN) in September.
Landen Hensley leads Anderson Co. past Powell
CLINTON, Tenn. (WATE) — Powell and Anderson County met for the sixth year in a row and the fireworks were on full display. Anderson County quarterback Landen Hensley finish the day with 184 yards and three touchdowns in the Mavericks 28-25 win. Anderson County was forced to punt on its first drive, but the Panthers […]
Three Carter County teachers selected for Tennessee’s 2024-25 Rural STEM Collaborative
Carter County Schools is proud to announce that three local educators have been selected to participate in Tennessee’s 2024-25 Rural STEM Collaborative Cohort. The honored teachers are Chelsea Anderson of Central Elementary, Katherine Nichols of Unaka High School, and Nikki Jenkins of Valley Forge Elementary. The Rural STEM Collaborative aims to deepen participants’ knowledge of […] The post Three Carter County teachers selected for Tennessee’s 2024-25 Rural STEM Collaborative appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Young political activists get lesson in organizing from some high-powered Democrats
CHICAGO – In the sanctuary of a historic church converted into an event space, not far from the hustle and bustle of the Democratic National Convention, a group of young people with a passion for politics met. The Youth VoteFest, hosted by University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics, aimed to provide lessons in political organizing […]
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