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2 local libraries receive more than $32,000 to cover Wi-Fi hotspots, internet connections
BRISTOL/SULLIVAN COUNTY, TENN. (WCYB) — Local libraries received funding today from the State for Technology Grants. Bristol, Tennessee Public Library will receive more than $17,000 for digital literacy instructors and Wi-Fi hotspots. The Sullivan County Public Library will also receive more than $15,000 to help cover the cost of...
Oversized Load
Motorists traveling between Morgan County and Sullivan County should be aware of roadway activities which will have an effect on traffic. Beginning on Sunday evening, June 30, an oversized load currently on US 27 in Morgan County will begin to be moved to Sullivan County. This transport will take place nightly between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. on Sunday, June 30 and Monday, July 1.
2 Sullivan County Libraries to use grant money to improved digital resources
Two Libraries in Sullivan County and Bristol will receive more than $32,000 combined in state grant funds to increase their digital resources. The Bristol Public Library was awarded over $17,000 for digital literacy instructors and Wi-Fi hotspots. The Sullivan County Public Library will receive over $15,000 to help cover the cost of Wi-Fi hotspots and internal internet connections. The grant funds were available under the Training Opportunities for the Public program.
Sullivan County BOE approves memo on bus transportation contracts
BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Sullivan County Board of Education met Wednesday evening to discuss bus transportation contracts. At the called meeting, board members approved a memorandum of understanding addressing how the school system’s transportation department will operate with contractors. “One of the really nice things that we’ll be introducing is a GPS system, so […]
3 Tri-Cities products named ‘Top 8 Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee’
TRI-CITIES, Tenn. (WJHL) — Three products made in Northeast Tennessee have advanced to the next round of voting for the “Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee.” The Tennessee Manufacturing Association announced Tuesday that eight finalists have advanced to the next category in the competition. The following products from Northeast Tennessee made it to the round: Voting […]
Moody, judge in ‘Baby Doe’ opioid case, dies at 79
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — A Sullivan County retired judge who oversaw the landmark “Baby Doe” case against opioid manufacturers that yielded a $35 million settlement has died. E.G. Moody, 79, died at his home in Bristol earlier this month, less than two years after retiring following 16 years as chancellor of the 2nd Judicial District […]
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