News Staff Elsewhere, County Commissioner Mark DeWitte has won the Republican Party nomination in the Hawkins County mayoral race. Greene County Sheriff Wesley Holt has won the Republican Party primary, virtually ensuring a second term in office. Incumbent Washington County, TN Mayor Joe Grandy has won the Republican primary in his bid for a second term. And,Keith … Read more
Looking at current election results several current Sullivan County commissioners will no longer be on the commission come September. Voters rejected four incumbents – Mark Vance in District 2, Todd Broughton and Terry Harkleroad in District 6, and Alicia Starnes in District 8 – in the Republican county primary. Only one candidate, Lori Love, ran … Read more
Also in business news, construction is underway on several new businesses in Bristol, Tennessee.Starbucks, Asia Cafe Xpress and Petro’s Chili and Chips are all under construction along Volunteer Parkway.Bristol Chamber of commerce leaders say it’s exciting to see several businesses planning to open up shop in the city.
Describing downtown as the heart of the city the City of Kingsport has now joined the Downtown Loan Program, through the Northeast Tennessee Economic Development Corporation.Kingsport Mayor Pat Shull says the idea of the loans is to help small businesses grow and flourish. He adds “If the downtown is doing well, it’s been our experience … Read more
Most community pools are set to reopen to the public on Memorial Day weekend, but as city officials search for lifeguards to staff those facilities, they’re running into some issues, especially in Bristol, Tennessee. Recreation officials say the Haynesfield pool has five lifeguards and really needs double that number to be able to be open … Read more
Recognizing Tennessee school districts have different funding needs Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has signed a bill into law that will invest $1 billion into Tennessee’s public education system. The ceremony took place in Williamson County at Lee’s alma mater, Franklin High School.The Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) bill ultimately passed with bipartisan support during … Read more
It’s been a tradition for generations and now it’s back. The Steele Creek Express in Bristol, Tennessee is one of the most popular activities at Steele Creek park, with more than 18,000 riders each year.The 24 gauge replica of a real steam engine dates back to the park opening in 1964.The train rides are on … Read more
It is not known yet if there will be an independent or Democratic candidate who will run but, for now Brett Hall has won the Republican nomination for the Wise County/Norton Commonwealth’s Attorney position.Hall defeated Steven Davis, who has been serving in the interim role since January.The schoolhouse primary was held Saturday.
The Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff’s office is announcing a new partnership that will generate revenue for the detention center.In a release, officials announced their recent partnership with ‘Combined Public Communications’ (CPC) regarding an inmate tablet program. Through the program, tablets or iPads are provided at no cost to the sheriff’s office or the taxpayer. Revenue … Read more
A man Stephen Banks Taylor, 50, faces multiple charges after allegedly hitting two people with his car and then fleeing the scene, according to the Greene County Sheriff’s Department (GCSD).Authorities identified the suspect as the one arrested on April 8. Twenty days later, investigators found the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run.Taylor faces a variety of … Read more