News Staff The Town of Jonesborough plans to cut the ribbon on the new Lincoln Park Friday, May 5.A release from the town states the new park is located at 122 North Lincoln Ave. Town Administrator Glenn Rosenoff stated that the park is conveniently located behind the Jonesborough Senior Center and just off East Main Street.
The Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department is accepting name proposals for a new athletic complex expansion at Winged Deer Park, the city has announced.Name proposals are required to be in writing and include an explanation of the name’s significance to the property or park system.Proposed names can be mailed to the department at 4137 … Read more
With more than 20 years experience, the Addington Agency has announced the groundbreaking for Red Tail Landing, a 15-home new construction subdivision brought to Greeneville by Hevel Development, LLC and Reliable Building Services.The Greene County Partnership held the groundbreaking ceremony Tuesday at the corner of West Vann Road and Deborah’s Way.
The Town of Mosheim Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a bid for a drainage project in the town during its meeting Tuesday evening with funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.The board approved a $63,300 bid from Brown Brothers Paving, LLC for the drainage project that will take place on Main Street. The company … Read more
It’s nearly time for then Kentucky Derby and the Bristol Hotel will be celebrating the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby with a watch party Saturday, May 6, from 5p.m. to 11p.m.Guests are encouraged to dress in derby attire for a chance to win prizes.The first 150 guests will receive a commemorative mint julep cup … Read more
Leaders in Johnson City say revenues aren’t keeping up with costs driven up by inflation, so they are considering a property tax rate hike as part of this year’s budget.City Manager Cathy Ball asked city commissioners to consider a 25-cent rate hike at a commission work session Thursday. For example: a Johnson City resident whose … Read more
Erwin Mayor Glenn White has announced his nomination for the town’s fire chief position. Jason Harris will serve as Erwin’s new permanent fire chief. Harris has been serving as interim chief since January. The board also voted to purchase a new fire engine. The board is considering the potential installation of a Safe Haven Baby … Read more
An opportunity for gilrs to study STEM subjects is coming Northeast State Community College announcing registration for their “Girls Rule” Technology Camp.The Technologies Division will host a week-long camp from June 12 to 16.This camp will give 5th and 6th grade girls hands-on learning opportunities in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields.Registration is $190 … Read more
With government support to the tune of 300-thousand dollars the Tri-Cities airport authority is looking to expand air service to a new destination.The airport authority is applying for a U.S. Department of Transportation small community air service development program grant.If awarded, the grant will provide vital financial support for air service incentives from the Tri-Cities … Read more
Leclerc Foods that speciliazes in cookies and crackers is bringing dozens of jobs to Tennessee now thatTennessee Governor Bill Lee, the Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter have announced that Leclerc Foods Tennessee LLC will expand manufacturing operations in Kingsport, Tennessee.Leclerc Foods officials will invest $3.4 million and create 48 new jobs … Read more