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BMA approves 5% raises for Kingsport City School employees on first reading
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Kingsport City Schools (KCS) employees are only one step away from across-the-board 5% salary increases. On Tuesday, the Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BMA) unanimously approved an amendment to the school system’s 2024-25 budget. The amendment would grant all KCS employees a 5% cost of living increase. The Kingsport Board […]
Tennessee MAN SENTENCED to Life for MURDERING NIECE’S BOYFRIEND, Claims Handgun Fired Accidentally
A 61-year-old man in Tennessee will spend the rest of his life in prison after killing a man who was dating his niece, shooting the 42-year-old victim many times, and then claiming his handgun fired “accidentally.”. Knox County Criminal Court Judge Steven W. Sword sentenced Johnny Robert McBee to...
BTPD: Suspects took ‘large amount of cash’ from Bristol ATMs
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Bristol, Tennessee police are searching for multiple suspects after they allegedly took large amounts of cash from two ATMs. The Bristol Tennessee Police Department (BTPD) announced Thursday that the suspects allegedly gained access to the ATM at First Bank and Trust at 237 Pinnacle Pkwy early Tuesday morning. The same suspects […]
City presents proclamation to Makky Kaylor for 'Tennessee, In My Dreams' as new state song
The celebration of Makky Kaylor's song, "Tennessee, In My Dreams" as an official state song made its way home to Columbia with a special proclamation presented by Columbia City Council. Kaylor's song is one of only 14 official state songs, joining the ranks of other Volunteer State staples like "Rocky Top" and "The...
5th Annual BTE Labor Day Footbrake Challenge at Bristol Dragway 2024: Events & Entries
Bristol Dragway will host the 5th Annual BTE Labor Day Footbrake Challenge from August 29 to September 1, 2024, with three $15,000-to-win main events and two $3,000 Gamblers Races. Weekend entry: $450 for pre-entry by August 15, $600 for gate entry. $3,000 Gamblers Races on Thursday and Friday with $100...
Tennessee ranked one of the worst states to live in the country
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee has once again been named one of the worst states to live in, but this time dropped even lower in the rankings in the annual CNBC quality of life study. The Volunteer State got an "F" for livability in the 2024 CNBC Quality of Life...
Tennessee falls behind other Southeast states on solar power, but KUB shines through
While Tennessee falls behind nearly all other Southeast states on the amount of electricity it produces from solar power, the Knoxville Utilities Board is a solar leader in the state, according to a new report from the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy. SACE is a Knoxville-based nonprofit that advocates for...
Chuy's bought by Olive Garden’s owner. How many are there in Tennessee?
Darden Restaurant Company will be acquiring Chuy's in a multi-million dollar deal, the two companies announced jointly on Wednesday. Darden Restaurant Company, owner of popular chains like Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse and others, said the Tex-Mex eatery is an excellent fit to their portfolio which will support their "winning strategy." According to a...
Bluff City approves 5% water, sewer rate hike
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WJHL)—The Town of Bluff City has approved its budget for the next fiscal year. Property taxes will not increase; however, garbage collection fees and water and sewer rates will. According to a social media post by Bluff City Mayor Jeff Broyles, the Board of Supervisors passed the balanced budget Tuesday night. “Due […]
Kentucky isn't a Top 15 state for the 'swinger lifestyle' but 3 of its neighbors are
Conservative-leaning Kentucky is not a swing state in the political sense — nor, as it turns out, in the bedroom. Swinging — or wife-swapping, as it used to be called — is the practice of exchanging partners for sex. New search data recently revealed the top 15 states most interested in swinging. Adult...
Bartlett Eclipse Glasses a Finalist in The Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee Contest
NASHVILLE, Tennessee – Three rounds and nearly 45,000 votes later, the inaugural “Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee” contest is down to its final four contestants. “We are thrilled to see such strong support for our local manufacturers and the incredible products they make right here in Tennessee,” Bradley Jackson, President & CEO of the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry/Tennessee Manufacturers Association, said. “As we narrow it down to the Top 4, I encourage everyone to continue voting and join us at our celebratory luncheon later this month as we honor the finalists and announce a winner.”
Fewer storms around on Friday, staying cooler
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - There are more storms coming through on Friday, but they won’t be as widespread as on Thursday. The good news is the temperatures will stay lower. Join us on the WVLT First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android to stay informed on the go and between newscasts. We share custom videos, and you can receive our messages on the latest conditions and forecasts.
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