News Staff While the public restrooms are still being completed the splash pad at Carver Recreation Center came to life to the delight of the kids Friday morning following a formal dedication.The splash pad opening marks the end of an almost three-year-long project: making the pad the city’s first re-circulating splash pad system. Officials say the water … Read more
A press release says fans of the raceway can take it slower soon with a stroll through Bristol Motor Speedway’s Vintage Market.According to a press release, the flea market/entertainment combo is set to begin June 11 and continue through June 13. Visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy shopping, music, food and vendors.Market goers can … Read more
Taking into account the modifications from the Basic Education PRogram, the Washington County Board of Education voted this week to send a revised $76.2 million school budget to the County Commission.The new budget proposal, which is for the fiscal year beginning July 1, includes a 4% pay increase for all of the system’s employees.The school … Read more
Swimming lessons are already sold out but there’s more happeing at Wetlands Water Park in Jonesborough now announcing their summer plans featuring a grand opening weekend, little league night, “Sunday Fundays” and swimming lessons.According to a press release from the park, the grand opening will be held Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and … Read more
While an exact amount in fines isn’t yet set, The Town of Pound, Virginia has relinquished its water and sewer services after the Virginia Attorney General’s Office presented the town with an ultimatum.According to Town Manager Drew Mullins, the Virginia Attorney General’s Office informed the Pound Town Council they could either consolidate their water services … Read more
First degree murder is one of charges facing one of the men charged in the drive-by shooting death of Carter County 10-year-old Lillyhanna Davis. He appeared in court Thursday.Zachary Scalf was arraigned in Carter County Criminal Court and appointed a public defender.According to the court clerk, Scalf’s bond is set at $200,000.Scalf is also charged … Read more
The Hands On! Discovery Center is announcing a variety of new programs and activities on Wednesday, starting with extra open hours.According to a press release, guests can expect the center to remain open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday- Saturday, and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.Then, on June 2nd visitors can experience … Read more
The Budget Committee of the Carter County Commission spent Tuesday night going through the budget for the Carter County School System. The proposed budget was unanimously approved by the School Board on Thursday night and forwarded to the commission. The general purpose school fund projects expenditures of $43,198,312 for the 2021-2022 fiscal year. That includes … Read more
The offices of the city of Elizabethton will be closed on Monday, May 31 in observance of Memorial Day. The city of Elizabethton garbage pickup will be one day late for customers who normally have their pickups on Monday through Thursday. The pickup on Thursday will collect the garbage for Thursday and Friday customers.
The Jonesborough Days Kick-off Dinner returns with the popular Low Country Shrimp Boil on Thursday, July 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. The event will take place in Jimmy Neil Smith Park behind the International Storytelling Center, and will include food and entertainment. Get your tickets now for this festival fundraiser event sponsored by Food … Read more