News Staff Downtown merchants in Jonesborough will be handing out canine treats according to a release from Tennessee Tails Pet Boutique (TTPB), the second Doggie Hop Easter Egg Hunt will return to downtown Jonesborough on Saturday, April 16 for another round of goodies and pet entertainment. Humans are also encouraged to tour the downtown Jonesborough area.
Three men accused of killing a 10-year-old Carter County girl in a drive-by shooting pleaded guilty in criminal court Thursday morning.Jason Barber II and Jediah Glover, both of Jonesborough, took a plea agreement for 40-year sentences in connection to the death of Lillyhanna Davis, who had been sleeping on the couch inside her home when … Read more
Tours are limited to no more than 10 visitors when Andrew Johnson National Historic Site (NHS) transitions to its spring hours of operation beginning Friday, according to a news release.The park will be open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday and closed Monday and Tuesday.The Andrew Johnson National Cemetery will continue to … Read more
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is reporting 31 deadly use-of-force incidents that occurred in the state in its 2021 report released on Wednesday.According to the report, 11 incidents occurred in a residents. Nine occurred on a highway, road, alley, sidewalk, or street.June, August, and October accounted for nearly half of the reported deaths.
Who shot the cat? A cat from Sullivan County is recovering after being shot in the face.When the owners found the cat, she was bleeding from her nose, eyes, and mouth.The cat was rushed her to Indian Ridge Animal Hospital. Emergency surgery was performed to remove her cheek bone and shrapnel.Police are aware and are … Read more
If you’re keeping track of fire damage this yeart Tennessee forestry experts have noticed fires becoming more frequent and covering more ground than in recent years.If Tennessee wildfires continue at their current pace, it will be the highest year since 2017 in both acres burnt and number of fires. This pace, however, is not unusual, … Read more
With the biggest advantage being not having to provide meals in a congregate settifng for USDA reimbursement school meal programs and the non-profit organizations that support those efforts have been able to make a greater impact on local communities. It’s all thanks to the available waiver from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).But, that … Read more
Those who aren’t registered to vote but would like to do so in the upcoming county primary elections have just a few days left to register.Monday, April 4 is the deadline to register to vote in May 3 elections in Tennessee.Early voting will run from April 13 to April 28.You can register on-line at the … Read more
Instead of having to apply for processing a year before the cattle are ready, Washington County, Tennessee Commissioners took the first steps toward establishing a meat processing cooperative in the county during a meeting this week.Commissioners approved $2 million from the county’s American Rescue Plan funds to go toward the Appalachian Producers Cooperative’s continued development … Read more
Kitten season usually runs from May to August, but Tammy Davis, the director of the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter, said in recent years it has been as long as March to November. While you may be eager to help litters you spot, Davis said patience is your friend.If you come across a litter of … Read more