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Monterey Volleyball Welcomes New Coach
After a 2023 campaign that saw Monterey High School Volleyball go winless in 12 outings, first year head coach Todd Daugherty steps into the role looking to get back to basics. Daugherty is a Crossville native who fell in love with the game during his time at the University of...
1 suspect in THP-involved shooting captured in KY; Reward for info about shooter raised to $20K
One of the suspects wanted for his connection to a shooting that left a Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) trooper injured has been captured in Kentucky, but now the reward for information that leads to the shooter's arrest has been increased.
Weather 7-22-23-2024 Stormy Forecast
Prepare for a wet and stormy week. Storms are not expected to be severe, but some could be quite strong. Just keep an eye on the weather all week. Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 90. West southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Gore praises Biden, Tennessee electors support Harris
(The Center Square) – Tennessee native and former Vice President Al Gore called President Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw from his reelection bid on Sunday a “selfless decision.” Meanwhile, the Tennessee Democratic Party met during the day Sunday and the Tennessee delegation to the Democratic National Convention announced it voted unanimously to support Vice President […]
17th Annual Arts In The Park – Call for Artists & Crafters
Arts In The Park is back for the 17th year on Saturday, September 21, 2024, 10 am to 4 pm, at Downtown on the Green & Farmers Market. Application Deadline August 28. Arts In The Park, “Art In The Heart of Hamblen County,” is a one-day celebration of visual arts—two-dimensional fine art, fine quality crafts, artistic photography, and sculpture. Applications from artists and crafters will be accepted through August 28.
Food City to celebrate expanded Maynardville store
Food City officials will host ribbon cutting ceremonies on Wednesday, July 24, 10 a.m. for the newly expanded/remodeled Food City, 4344 Maynardville Highway, Maynardville, Tennessee. The grand re-opening celebration, which also begins Wednesday morning, will include special pricing on select items throughout the store. “Our customers will find the same...
PHOTO GALLERY: Stingrays outgun Flying Fish
ROGERSVILLE — The Church Hill Stingrays strolled into Rogersville on Thursday, July 18, and swam away with a clean sweep of the Rogersville Flying Fish in the second Hawkins County battle of the summer. The Stingrays picked up wins in both the girls (311-216) and boys (263-257) competition to take a 574-473 victory over the Flying Fish in the combined team scores. “I don’t always keep score during these meets,...
Warren, Bayless inducted into Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) – Twelve deserving individuals were inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame in the Class of 2024 on Saturday night – two of whom made a tremendous impact in Northeast Tennessee. Longtime ETSU head men’s golf coach, Fred Warren, and legendary Happy Valley boy’s basketball coach, Charlie Bayless, received their honors […]
Renew Clinic hosts ‘Shining Light’ fundraiser
Renew Clinic hosted its third annual fundraiser, Shining Light in the Darkness, on July 18, 2024, at the Foundry, with over 200 attendees to celebrate. During this unprecedented occasion, Williamson College President Dr. Ed Smith delivered a message of hope for graduates to earn college credit for completing Renew Clinic’s 12-week program and a 50% scholarship for graduates and their family members at Williamson College. There was an official signing with Renew Clinic and Williamson College.
KFD: Kingston Pike back open after tractor-trailer leaks hydrochloric acid solution on part of road
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Road closures are no longer in place on Kingston Pike near Cedar Bluff after a tractor-trailer leaked a type of hydrochloric acid solution, the Knoxville Fire Department said. KFD said it did not know of any direct exposure to the public. It said hydrochloric acid in...
Call for Entries for 31st Arts in the Airport at McGhee Tyson Airport
The Arts & Culture Alliance and Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority announce a call for entries for the 31st biannual Arts in the Airport at McGhee Tyson Airport, a juried exhibition developed to allow regional artists to compete and display work in the most visited site in the area. Approximately 40-45 fine art works encompassing all styles and genres from both emerging and established artists will comprise the exhibition in the secured area behind McGhee Tyson Airport’s security gate checkpoint from October 22, 2024 – April 2025. Prizes include $1,000 in cash awards.
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