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Here's what we know about reports of a dam failure at Nolichucky Dam
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — //**A Flash Flood Emergency was issued for all towns and cities immediately below the Nolichucky Dam on the Nolichucky River. Everyone in that area should immediately seek higher ground. The National Weather Service said it was a life-threatening situation.**//. The National Weather Service said a dam...
Biden approves Emergency Declaration for Tennessee counties, including Hawkins
The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced Sunday that federal disaster assistance has been made available to the state of Tennessee to supplement response efforts to address emergency conditions resulting from Tropical Storm Helene. The president’s action authorizes FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief efforts to alleviate the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency on the local population and to provide appropriate assistance to save lives, to protect property, public health and safety, and to lessen or avert the threat of a catastrophe. ...
Shots of the Week: Kelly's Heroes announces promotion
ROGERSVILLE — Each week, we invite readers to share their best shots from sporting activities and events featuring individuals and/or teams from Hawkins County. Any sport, any age group, any level. Today’s featured photos highlight a recent promotion for Ken Byrd of Kelly’s Heroes in Rogersville. The photos were submitted by Kim Henson. Byrd was promoted to Roku Dan (Master promotion) by the International Isshinryu Karate Association (IIKA) Board of...
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