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Lawsuit: Woman ‘burned alive’ after tractor-trailer crashed into Erwin home, killing 2
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — A civil lawsuit seeks $20 million from the driver of a tractor-trailer that crashed through a home, killing two people and critically injuring one, after veering off of Interstate 26 in Erwin on July 2, 2023. The suit also names the company that owned the truck as a defendant. Robenson Vertus, […]
Trial of East TN roofer, race car driver charged over unfinished jobs postponed
A Claiborne County contractor received yet another delay as he appeared in court for a preliminary hearing on fraud and other charges. The hearing was for Joe Bray, a popular race car driver at the Tazewell dirt track. In his day job, Bray did business under the name of Bray Roofing.
Search for suspects underway after money stolen from West Knoxville ATM, sheriff’s office says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT)—The Knox County Sheriff’s Office is searching for suspects in connection with a break-in at an ATM. KCSO said the suspects, who have not been identified, used a heavy-duty truck to break into an ATM at a West Knoxville bank early Monday morning. Officials added that the ATM wasn’t attached to the bank building.
Local doctors want you to prioritize your children's back-to-school physical exams as a new school year begins
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — As East Tennessee students get ready to head back to school, local doctors are urging parents to schedule physical exams. WBIR spoke to Dr. Robert Wilson, a family practice physician in Roane County, who said right now is the time to identify any new conditions your child may be dealing with.
South Greene relying on physicality to drive hopeful deep playoff run in 2024
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WCYB) — The sentiment coming out of South Greene this coming fall is simple: send a message through physicality and toughness in order to pave a path to a deep playoff run. And a crucial piece of that for head coach Shawn Jones and company is by...
Tennessee HOA back in court over Airbnb decision, voting fraud allegation on Lone Mountain
When a Claiborne County judge ruled in March the covenants of a Norris Lake neighborhood were too ambiguous for its homeowners association to ban short-term vacation rentals like Airbnb, it seemed like a years-long dispute might end. But in Lone Mountain Shores, the divide between neighbors who want the rentals and those who don't is set to continue as the HOA board appeals the court ruling and as homeowners accuse the board of trying to eliminate...
After visiting Vols again, four-star CB Onis Konanbanny names two finalists
Coming off another visit to this weekend, one of the Vols' top defensive targets has narrowed his focus to a pair of finalists. Four-star Class of 2025 cornerback Onis Konanbanny of Heathwood Hall Episcopal School in Columbia, S.C., announced Sunday afternoon in a post on his X account that he plans to choose between Tennessee and Florida State.
Appalachian State University Chancellor Search – Share your input with App State’s Chancellor Search Committee
A national search has been announced for the next Chancellor of Appalachian State University. On June 28, 2024, University of North Carolina System President Peter Hans announced the formation of the 13-member advisory committee that will search for App State’s next chancellor. The general public, along with App State...
Volleyball to Host Boonebalaya August 26
BOONE, N.C. - App State volleyball head coach Sarah Rumely Noble has announced this year's Boonebalaya event, which is schedule for August 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Booneshine Brewing Company. For a second consecutive year, the event will bring the Boone community together for a night of activities, entertainment, and homemade jambalaya with the App State volleyball team. "We are so excited for our second year of Boonebalaya," said Rumely Noble. "We love the partnership between our team, Booneshine, and the Boone community. Our hope is that this event will bring the community together for a fun night...
Benefit concert to take place in Bristol, Virginia on Saturday for Nelons Family
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — A special benefit concert is happening in Bristol, Virginia, this coming weekend. Terry Blackwood of the gospel group The Imperials will be performing. Doors will open at 1 p.m. on Sunday, August 4 at the Crooked Road General Store. Proceeds and donations will be taken...
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