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Carolina Mountains Literary Festival Celebrates the Theme ‘Joining Voices’ September 5–7
The 17th annual Carolina Mountains Literary Festival will take place September 5–7 in Burnsville. Some highlights of this regional celebration of literary heritage and talent include more than 20 author-led discussions, a keynote presentation by bestselling Ojibwe author Angeline Boulley in conversation with Cherokee author Annette Saunooke Clapsaddle, and a music and dance event with Cornbread and Tortillas, a dynamic group of artists whose cultural heritages span from Appalachia to Nicaragua, Mexico, Greece and Ecuador. The theme for this year’s event is Joining Voices.
Mt. Mitchell Arts and Crafts Fair Returns to Burnsville
The Mt. Mitchell Arts and Crafts Fair is returning for its 67th year, bringing together local artistry and culture. This year’s event will take place on Friday, August 2, and Saturday, August 3, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can explore downtown Burnsville as it is transformed into a hub of handmade arts and crafts.
This $800 million project will not be in Mississippi, but will likely affect thousands of Mississippi drivers
Although the project is not in Mississippi, when completed, it will likely affect hundreds of thousands of Mississippi drivers who travel north on I-55 every year. Officials in Tennessee have announced plans to replace the I-55 bridge over the Mississippi River in Memphis — a route that connects much of Mississippi to Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois. The project is slated to cost nearly $800 million.
Study Ranks Tennessee’s Health Care Among the Worst in America
When it comes to health care in America, where you live can make all the difference. Access to quality medical facilities, the affordability of health care, and patient outcomes should all be taken into consideration. Health care has two crucial components, cost and quality. The best health care in the...
David Cripe To Lead Project and Development Services For JLL’s Tennessee Region.
JLL today announces that David Cripe has been promoted and will now serve as the Project and Development Services (PDS) lead for the Tennessee region. Based in Nashville, Cripe will apply over 25 years of industry experience to promote the growth and expansion of the PDS business line, particularly in Nashville and Memphis. In addition to his new responsibilities, Cripe will continue to lead JLL’s Southeast healthcare practice where he is focused on growing the PDS team’s healthcare portfolio and capabilities across the Southeast.
Strong Storms Possible in the Southeast
The Southeast is no stranger to stormy weather this time of year, but thanks to an active pattern in the northern tier of the country, we now have the chance of seeing some stronger storms over the next few days. On Tuesday, the FAA issued a Ground Stop in Nashville,...
Miss Tennessee Valley wins crown in Miss TN Volunteer pageant
Saturday night marked the crowning of a new Miss Tennessee Volunteer titleholder, Miss Tennessee Valley Hannah McKay. The recipient of $10,000 in scholarship money the Seymour, Tennessee native, McKay says the Volunteer organization is near and dear to her heart. "I'm so proud to be a Tennessean and so to where this organization and...
Grandfather Mountain to Host Animal Enrichment Day on July 31
Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, is hosting its annual Animal Enrichment Day on Wednesday, July 31 and invites guests to come see firsthand how Grandfather Mountain cares for its resident animals. The event, which allows visitors to watch enrichment demonstrations, talk directly with keepers and participate in family-oriented interactive games, is included with admission.
Bluff City to host back-to-school bash
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – School is back in session for much of the Tri-Cities next week and one back-to-school bash is returning to Bluff City. Everyone is welcome to attend the party which will be held in the Impact Community Center on Saturday, Aug. 3. The luau-themed party with games, free haircuts and a […]
Bogart-Bowman Cabin setting for annual ice cream social
Despite concerns of a rainout, or simply a low turnout from the possibility of a storm, the Bogart-Bowman Cabin provided a scenic backdrop for summer fun as families attended the annual ice cream social on Saturday, July 27. “Man, this ice cream is good,” Logan Barrett said over the squeaky...
Community rallies in support of new Griffin Art Gallery location
Change is on the horizon for the Griffin Art Gallery, but it is an optimistic opportunity for the owners, James and Debbie Griffin, as it revealed the impact and support for the gallery by the community. “It was a total roller coaster,” said James Griffin.
Knoxville woman appointed by Pope Francis to advise global synod on Catholic church
Pope Francis has appointed a group of consultors to advise on and help shape the future of the Catholic church, and one of them is from Knoxville. Of the six consultors Pope Francis appointed in February, only Tricia Bruce of Knoxville is American, which means she isn't just representing Knoxville; she's representing the...
The 'Godfather' of the air raid offense: Hal Mumme finds his way to Bluff City
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — In the late 1990's, the name Hal Mumme was one of the hottest buzz words in the world of college football - leading the Kentucky Wildcats as the head football coach and creating a legacy of crafting the so-called 'air raid' offense. Not only...
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