News Staff Kingsport leaders announced Wednesday that you can drop off a coat for the Girl Scout’s coat drive and then roam the halls of Allandale mansion in self-guided tours as it is decked from floor to ceiling in holiday décor.A release states that visitors can check out the antebellum-style features adorned in Christmas cheer on Dec. … Read more
The reward fund has substantially increased for missing Hawkins County 5-year-old Summer Wells now surpassing $70,000.The Church Hill Rescue Squad announced Tuesday night that the fund was up to $70,915.On Oct. 27, the fund stood at $58,634.Those interested in donating may do so at any Civis Bank branch in Church Hill, Rogersville, and Sneedville or … Read more
A letter to the Bristol, Virginia city manager from the BVU Authority reports two additional violations at the Bristol Virginia Sanitary Landfill for high levels of the carcinogen benzene.It is the latest in a series of benzene violations Bristol residents said affect them medically, in addition to the discomfort caused by an often overwhelming smell … Read more
A “rapid hiring event” is coming up next week in Moutain City.State officials say human resources representatives will be on hand at the Northeast Correctional Complex in Mountain City on November 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to schedule interviews on the spot.Qualified candidates will be offered conditional employment. Job seekers should bring their … Read more
Black Friday is coming up, and a local foundation is offering a safe and convenient option for seniors to get their shopping done over the weekend without all the crowds. While the community is returning to normal, the JEB Foundation is offering a way for older adults to avoid large crowds during the major shopping … Read more
A man with lengthy experience in law enforcement, Keith Sexton was appointed as the Washington County, Tennessee sheriff Monday night by the Washington County Board of Commissioners unanimously.Sexton has more than 30 years of law enforcement experience.He worked 17 years for the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and 13 years for the Johnson City Police Department.
Merchants stayed open late for som Christmas cheer in Downtown Bristol Monday evening.The annual Christmas Open House returned to downtown, complete with horse and carriage rides, visits with Santa Claus, live music, and more.The annual event has been a way for downtown businesses to show appreciation for their customers according to merchants that served cider … Read more
Looking for a new place to call home? A new $10 million housing development is under construction in Kingsport.It’s called Caymus Yard and it’s located between Polk Street and East Center Street.The development will include 22 patio homes and eight 2-bedroom townhouses.The street for the new neighborhood is called Caymus Yard — and the entire … Read more
An Abingdon restaurant is offering free meals for all to enjoy this Thanksgiving no questions asked.According to an announcement from 128 Pecan provided by Green Spring Collaborative, the restaurant will serve up to 350 meals to the public starting at 10 a.m. and running until 2 p.m. Nov. 25.The boxed meal will include turkey, mashed … Read more
Destination Candy Cane Lane will be open today at 5:30-8:30pm to get some holiday shopping done during the Downtown Bristol, Tenn. Annual Christmas Open House event.The goal of the event is for shops to show some customer appreciation by staying open later than usual and offering some special discounts.State Street will be filled with festive … Read more