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Former Kentucky coach Hal Mumme talks about joining the Sullivan East football staff
Blountville, TN — This afternoon on the First at Four former University of Kentucky coach Hal Mumme joined me along with Sullivan East football coach JC Simmon. Mumme was the architect of the “air raid” offense for the Wildcats when they faced the likes of Peyton Manning he’s now using this opportunity as a tune-up […]
Alexander Elected To Appy League Hall
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The Appalachian League announced two new members have been elected into the Appy League Hall of Fame. The 2024 Hall of Fame class includes Greeneville native and former Major League player Dale Alexander, and current Atlanta Braves manager Brian Snitker “It is truly an honor to welcome our 2024 class into the Appalachian League Hall of Fame,” said Bristol State Liners President/GM and Appalachian League HOF Committee Chairman Mahlon Luttrell. “These two individuals are being recognized for their valuable contributions to...
Sheriff: Greene Co. man arrested after Internet Crimes Against Children investigation
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Greene County Sheriff’s Department arrested a man on Wednesday after an Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) investigation, according to a release from the sheriff’s office. Marcus Earnest Johnson, 41, of Greeneville, was arrested in his residence on Wednesday for the alleged sexual exploitation of a minor. An ICAC investigation began […]
Yee-Haw’s new Vol Lager expected to be ready by mid-August
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Fans of the Tennessee Volunteers and Yee-Haw Brewing Company’s beer will have plenty to look forward to come football season. On Tuesday, Yee-Haw announced it had been named the “Exclusive Craft Beer of the Tennessee Vols.” The partnership promises a new Vols-themed drink and future collaborations between the two entities. […]
Tennessee back to school sales tax holiday weekend begins
(The Center Square) – Tennessee’s back to school tax sales tax holiday on clothing, school supplies and computers began Friday and runs through Sunday. The holiday applies to clothing items priced less than $100 but not including jewelry and hand bags as well as school and art supplies less than $100 and personal use computers costing less than $1,500. The sales tax holiday does not apply to items used for...
Road Construction and Lane Closures 7-26-31-2024
July 25 – 31, 2024. The resurfacing on I-24 from W of Trough Springs Rd to Robertson Co Line. Nightly, 8 p.m. – 5 a.m., There will be alternating lane closures EB and WB for scoring the shoulders, installing pavement markings, and placing Thermoplastic (MM 11-17). RUTHERFORD COUNTY...
Weekend Weather 7-26-28-2024 Storms Possible
Your summertime pop-ups are possible on Friday and Saturday, but, that all changes on Sunday. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 71. North wind around 5 mph becoming calm. Saturday. A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after noon....
ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine earns elite national ranking
East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine ranked inside the top five of this year’s U.S. News and World Report rankings of medical schools with the most graduates practicing in health professional shortage areas. The College of Medicine ranked fifth in that category and ranked inside the top 50 for “Medical Schools with […] The post ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine earns elite national ranking appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Building Department issues 67 permits in June
A total of 67 permits were issued by the City of Elizabethton Building Department in July with a total value of $8,362,360.09 resulting in fees collected of $45,539.50. The report was almost identical to one year ago when in June 2023, 66 permits were issued totaling $7,084,073 in value with fees collected in the amount […] The post Building Department issues 67 permits in June appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Tennessee's Equity Alliance keys in on Knox County to boost voter turnout in 2024
An alliance led by Black women is trying to turn out the vote in Knox County and five of the state's other biggest counties in an effort to crack the Republican Party's supermajority in the Tennessee Legislature. The Tennessee-based Equity Alliance is committed to building independent Black political and economic...
Sabine Hill Social Society will host annual fundraising tea August 4
The Sabine Hill Social Society will have its annual fundraising tea Sunday, Aug. 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Sycamore Shoals State Park. The Sabine Hill Social Society is a group of dedicated volunteers who focus on supporting Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park with educational events, social activities, period clothing assistance, and representing the […] The post Sabine Hill Social Society will host annual fundraising tea August 4 appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Johnson City Public Library’s annual comic-con free & family-friendly
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Johnson City Public Library (JCPL) is hosting its sixth annual comic convention on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The event is free for community members of all ages, and this year’s theme is titled “LibCon VI: Tome Raiders.” A release from the library said LibCon is its version of […]
AutoZone Liberty Bowl's Graeter elected as Tenn Sports HOF Board Chairman
AutoZone Liberty Bowl’s Graeter elected as Tenn Sports HOF Board Chairman AutoZone Liberty Bowl’s Graeter elected as Tenn Sports HOF Board Chairman AutoZone Liberty Bowl’s Graeter elected as Tenn Sports HOF Board Chairman
Early voter turnout down almost 44% compared to 2020 so far, improves from 2016
"Tennessee is a state that just doesn't really believe in pro-voter legislation," one Organize Tennessee official said. "Whereas you have states across the country that are making it easier to vote, Tennessee doubles down — and triples down — on making it harder."
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