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Statewide program helps East Tennessee youth transition into adulthood
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A statewide program is helping young people in East Tennessee transition more easily into adulthood. Tennessee's Youth Employment Program pairs teenagers and young adults ages 14 to 24 with employers across different industries. The Knoxville Area Urban League (KAUL) is one of the many organizations participating...
Knoxville celebrates Roberta Martin’s 90th birthday
KNOXVILLE, TN — Roberta Martin is a solid fixture in the Black community of Knoxville. Her years as a Lady comfort volunteer with Jarnigan’s Mortuary has connected her to thousands of families in their moments of grief, and her community service was recognized by the city of Knoxville years ago with a proclamation naming a day in August in her honor.
Tennessee developers will soon be able to hire private companies for their safety code inspections
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Right now developers are gearing up because they will soon be able to hire a private company for their safety inspections. The new law goes into effect on October 1. Dan Mitchell, Secretary and Treasurer for the Home Builder Association of Tennessee, said this is something...
Dale Jr. Braces for Tough Return to the Race Track: “No Matter How Much Fun”
Dale Jr. Braces for Tough Return to the Race Track: As Dale Earnhardt Jr. prepares to make his highly anticipated return to competitive racing at the Hampton Heat 200. Known for his unyielding passion and tactical insight, Earnhardt Jr. recognizes that the race will be a true test of his physical endurance and mental resilience. The 200-lap challenge at Langley Speedway is not just another race; it’s an intense proving ground that will pit him against some of the sport’s most formidable competitors. With the stakes set high, will Earnhardt Jr. manage to navigate the complexities of this demanding race?
Somewhere KY or TN, USA
This was shot during a road trip to Kentucky and Tennessee. My wife and I flew to Louisville and drove to Nashville via Bowling Green, where we visited my daughter and continued on. Coming from the New York metropolitan area, it is refreshing to see the horizon line of the Midwest.
Virginia casinos report $59.5 million in June revenues; more …
From elsewhere: Skill games wait as assembly repeals changes to military education program. VP pick JD Vance set to appear Monday at Radford University's Dedmon Center. Bluefield University will have a new leader. The post Virginia casinos report $59.5 million in June revenues; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
Doughboys and Axmen end in tiebreaker, Kingsport steals 3-3 win
The Doughboys were on the road at Kingsport. Top of the first, Johnson City put two on, but wait it was two for the price of one as Braden Spano lines out to short and a quick flip to second secures the double play to keep the Axmen in business.
Elizabethton City Schools educator named National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador
Jerry Agan, agriscience teacher at Elizabethton City Schools in Elizabethton, successfully completed the 20th annual National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador Academy, joining the other 507 outstanding agriscience teachers from across the country who have earned that title. The NAAE National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador Academy is a professional development institute available to members of the National Association […] The post Elizabethton City Schools educator named National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Director and associate director at Johnson City VA under investigation
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — The director and associate director at Mountain Home VA in Johnson City are under investigation for allegations of wrongdoing and failure to follow VA processes properly. Officials at the VA said that James H. Quillen Medical Center director Dean Borsos and associate director Dr....
Freedom Hall Pool reopens after monthlong closure for repair
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Freedom Hall Pool in Johnson City has reopened following a monthlong closure for repair. According to a post by the Johnson City Department of Parks and Recreation, the pool opened on Wednesday. The closure was put into place on June 17, when the department told the public that a repair […]
'I've been dreaming about this since I was 5': ETSU's Sisneros draft dream becomes reality
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Tuesday afternoon Cam Sisneros got a call from the cubs that would change his life, letting the first baseman know that they had drafted him in the 14th round. "I was waiting there on day three and getting a little uneasy about it," said...
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