News Staff A new solar array is hoisted atop of Faith Lutheran Church in Greenville. Now Faith Lutheran Church in Oak Ridge will host a free workshop for nonprofits on solar energy 6-7:30 p.m. March 28, according to a news release.“Could solar energy curb your utility bills, leaving more resources for your organization’s mission? See how your … Read more
A national rail giant Norfolk Southern will pay $27,300 to Virginia after a derailment in 2020 dumped over 1,300 tons of coal into the Roanoke River.In an enforcement order published on March 10, the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality (VDEQ) published its report.The derailment occurred on October 30, 2020, when 26 cars jumped the tracks … Read more
Eleven men have been arrested in a human trafficking investigation, according to the Bristol, Tennessee Police Department after taking the bait of false advertisements. Police say that there was a two-day undercover operation that began on March 9 by special agents with the TBI Human Trafficking Unit, the Bristol Police Department, the 2nd Judicial District … Read more
Friday is a “Day of Hope” in Greene County and across the state of Tennessee. Friday, March 10, is being celebrated as Tennessee’s Day of Hope. According to the Tennessee Department of Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services “For so many people, the hope of a better tomorrow is a source of strength and motivation … Read more
At a home on Weaver Road a man 20 year old Zachary Bratton is accused of stealing a vehicle at gunpoint from a family member has been charged, according to the Carter County Sheriff’s Office. Bratton has been charged with aggravated domestic assault, vandalism, and auto theft, police said Friday. Bratton is being held at … Read more
The city of Kingsport is partnering with a local agency to help families pay overdue water bills up to 250 dollars.It’s made possible through the Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency’s low-income household assistant program.To qualify, a family of four must earn less than $51,000 annually, while a family of three would need to earn … Read more
Elizabethton city leaders have approved a car club’s request to hold weekly cruise-ins downtown, but the events will begin a bit later than usual this year.In a split vote, the Elizabethton City Council approved a special events request by the Carter County Car Club.After deliberating for nearly an hour, the council voted 4-3 to approve … Read more
As tax refunds begin showing up, many will use refund money to buy a new or pre-owned vehicle. However, the excitement of buying a vehicle can quickly turn to disappointment if you’re the victim of an unscrupulous auto scammer according to a news release from the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance.The Tennessee Motor Vehicle … Read more
There will be an extra heavy law enforcement presence as the Tennessee Highway Patrol conducts a sobriety roadside safety checkpoint on Friday, April 28, on Fish Hatchery Road in Greene County near the Hamblen County line.“The Tennessee Highway Patrol recognizes that sobriety checkpoints are highly visible and effective tools in the battle against impaired driving,” … Read more
As a way to teach high acheiving upper classmen teens about Greene County, the Greene County Partnership is currently accepting applications for its 2023-2024 Greene County Youth Leadership Program, which will kick off with a mandatory day-long retreat in August.Applications are available at the Greene County Partnership, 115 Academy St., or online at www.greenecountypartnership.com.Programming will … Read more