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Tanner Franklin commits to Tennessee baseball as transfer pitcher: 'It is pretty self-explanatory'
Tanner Franklin heard music in the background when Tony Vitello called him in late June. The Tennessee baseball coach apologized for the noise. The Vols were taking batting practice at the College World Series, Vitello explained to open a frank conversation about wanting the Kennesaw State transfer to be a Vol. Message heard. ...
July 4th fireworks events, displays in the area
Several events and fireworks displays have been planned in the area in celebration of July 4th. – The City of Elizabethton will present an Independence Day Celebration Thursday at the Covered Bridge Park. The celebration will begin at 4 p.m., and will include food trucks, a patriotic bike contest, patriotic pup pageant, free inflatables, Annual […] The post July 4th fireworks events, displays in the area appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
With votes certified, is the 5th District Republican primary over?
We have an official winner in the 5th District Republican primary race. The Virginia Board of Elections on Tuesday, July 2 certified the results, acknowledging State Sen. John McGuire as the winner with 31,583 votes to incumbent Bob Good with 31,209. “Number one, I want to thank God,” McGuire said in a statement after the […] The post With votes certified, is the 5th District Republican primary over? appeared first on Kenbridge Victoria Dispatch.
Fourth of July fireworks safety urged
With the Fourth of July just days away, officials from the Virginia Department of Fire Programs are reminding people about the importance of fireworks safety. There were eight fatal incidents involving fireworks in the nation last year, including one in Virginia. A total of about 9,700 injuries nationally also were attributed to fireworks incidents.
UETHDA announces Energy Assistance Outreach for July
The Upper East Tennessee Human Development Corporation’s LIHEAP Outreach RV will be throughout the region this month helping those needing assistance with their energy bills. LIHEAP stands for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. This program helps keep individuals and families safe and healthy through initiatives that assist with energy costs. For those who qualify, a […] The post UETHDA announces Energy Assistance Outreach for July appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Oversized load continues to travel through East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A massive oversized load has been traveling from Kansas to Kingsport since Thanksgiving of 2023. The boiler headed for Eastman Chemical Plant has to be pulled and pushed in order to move across the region. Residents have taken to social media to follow along as the...
Political blame game intensifies after Senate fails to pass VMSDEP-related bill
The political blame game is intensifying after the Virginia Senate failed to reach a consensus on how to repeal recently made changes to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP).
Pikes Peak Lemonade Announces First Franchise Sale
Pikes Peak Lemonade will soon land in Washington D.C., Virginia, and Delaware areas as it expands nationwide through franchising. , known for its flavorful and creative lemonade concoctions and Instagrammable beverage experience, has just announced the sale of its first franchise unit to franchise partner Michael J. Cooke. The new franchise will operate as a mobile model, serving communities in and around Washington D.C., Virginia, and Delaware.
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