News Staff East Tennessee State University has again earned the Military Friendly School designation for the 11th consecutive year and ranking among the nation’s top 10. ETSU was also designated Military Spouse Friendly for its commitment to leading practices, outcomes and effective programming for military spouses.Institutions earning these designations are evaluated using both public data sources and … Read more
The town of Unicoi will host a community yard sale on Saturday, June 5, from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Tourist Information Center.“There will be plenty of bargains,” Communications and Programs Director Ashley Shelton said. “We always have a good turnout for our yard sales, but we think this one will be even … Read more
Listing medical needs and emergency contacts is part of a new set of resources is now available to Tennessee families who have children with special needs.The Tennessee Department of Health says emergency alert decals are now available to notify emergency personnel that there is a child with special needs in a car or home.The decals … Read more
Virginia State Police are investigating a crash that left one passenger dead and the driver in the hospital facing a DUI charge.According to a VSP press release, Mark C. Dillow, 60, of Tazewell, Virginia was driving a 2015 Honda Civic along Route 640 on Thursday when the vehicle ran off the road into a ditch.VSP … Read more
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