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Search underway for escaped inmates in Hancock County
HANCOCK COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — A search is underway after several inmates escaped the Hancock County jail Thursday night. The inmates, identified as Casey Denim, Todd Carroll, Jason Holden Collins, John Benton III, and Adam Bailey, escaped around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday according to the sheriff’s department. Two of the five have been captured, Bailey […]
PHOTO GALLERY: 10U All-Stars finish fifth in state
CLARKSVILLE — The Mooresburg, Bean Station, Hancock County (MBSHC) Little League 10U softball team got off to a fast start in its state tournament opener before dropping a pair of games on Saturday to finish fifth overall. The MBSHC 10U All-Stars defeated Morristown 10-3 in Friday’s opener at St. Bethlehem Civitan Park in Clarksville. They dropped a 10-0 decision to St. Bethlehem before falling to Dickson in the elimination game. ...
‘Good luck Joey:’ Sergeant retires from Cocke County Sheriff’s Office after 20 years in law enforcement
COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — Wednesday was an emotional day for many in the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office as they said farewell to a sergeant who has served in law enforcement for 20 years. CCSO shared the news of Sergeant Joseph “Joey” Owings on Wednesday, saying he has been committed to the community and enjoyed […]
Upcoming Joggin’ for Jess 5K raising money for local students
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – An upcoming 5K race will raise money to help send local students to college in memory of an ETSU student. The Joggin’ for Jess 5K is coming up on Aug. 10 at Tusculum University. It’s the fourth annual race put on in memory of Jessica Colter, an ETSU nursing student […]
KFD working on creating new museum dedicated to its history years after SUV crash took out original location
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Soon you will be able to learn more about the history of the Knoxville Fire Department. That's because the department is working on creating a museum that will feature vintage items and artifacts. Now that the Knoxville Fire Department headquarters has moved to North Knoxville, Mark...
The New World of College Athletics: Local athletes navigate through recruiting challenges
They are the biggest buzzwords in college sports right now: NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) and Transfer Portal. But what do those terms mean, and how do they impact local schools?. It's the dream of every high school athlete to have a Power 5 Conference knocking on the door for...
BJ’s Wholesale Club breaks ground in Maryville
MARYVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Costco and Sam’s Club, there’s a new wholesale club in town: BJ’s. Thursday, BJ’s broke ground on its fourth location in Tennessee, which is set to open in Maryville later this year. Senior Manager of External Communication Briana Keene said the company...
Gay Street Bridge reopening date still unknown
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Gay Street Bridge in downtown Knoxville has been around for the last 126 years. It was the city’s fourth attempt to connect the downtown area to South Knoxville, and this bridge, so far, has stood the test of time. “It’s been more than just...
Blount Memorial Hospital could become part of South Carolina health system in $364M deal
Blount Memorial Hospital may soon become part of South Carolina’s largest health care organization, Prisma Health. The move would mark the culmination of months of talks with hospital systems on affiliation and is meant to bolster the hospital’s prospects going forward. If Prisma, a private non-profit, meets obligations outlined in a letter of intent approved unanimously by the hospital’s board Tuesday, July 18, it could become Blount Memorial's first health system partner or affiliate in its decades-long history. Eleven potential partners participated in a wide-ranging...
Niswonger Performing Arts Center celebrates 20th anniversary season with spectacular lineup
The Niswonger Performing Arts Center (NPAC) proudly announces its 20th anniversary season, promising an extraordinary array of performances. Located in Greeneville, NPAC has become synonymous with world-class entertainment, and our new season is no exception. “We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone season with a lineup that showcases the incredible talent and variety that NPAC […] The post Niswonger Performing Arts Center celebrates 20th anniversary season with spectacular lineup appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Knoxville church to host third annual Back to School Bash event
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — School is almost back in session, and now is the time to start checking items off this year's supply lists. Ahead of the back-to-school season, Washington Pike Church will host its third annual Back-to-School Bash event for students on Saturday, July 20. Last year the event...
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.
BANNED FOR LIFE: Buc-ee’s Bans A Service Duck And Its Owner From Stores
A Wild Story Involving A Service Duck, Its Owner And The Famous "Beaver" Has Social Media Talking. As we sit here in Texas, its been fun watching Buc-ee's expand all across the country and seeing the reaction from folks who make their first trip to the popular travel center. But...
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