News Staff What an honor a local volunteer fire department chief has been named Tennessee Volunteer Fire Chief of the Year.Chief Ben Wexler, with the Warriors Path Volunteer Fire Department in Kingsport, was selected by the Tennessee Fire Chief’s Association.The award recognizes those who have provided superior service and leadership to emergency services.Wexler has served with the … Read more
Megan Boswell, the Sullivan County mother charged with murdering her toddler daughter, appeared in court on Friday. Boswell’s next appearance is set for Nov. 3.Boswell faces more than a dozen charges, including two counts of felony murder, in connection to the death of her daughter, Evelyn Boswell, who was reportedly last seen alive by family … Read more
As schools are b eginning a new year, local school officials are asking motorists to take extra caution when driving near school buses.Friday is the first full day of the new academic year for Greeneville City Schools and Greene County Schools.Across Greeneville and Greene County, more than 90 school buses stop to load or unload … Read more
Want a furry friend? The Unicoi County Animal shelter is hosting a “clear the shelters” nationwide pet adoption drive. They’re calling on the community to help, and offering reduced adoption fees.”We’re having a backlash from covid, everybody was adopting animals, now everybody’s back to work and nobody’s wanting to keep them anymore,” says Pam Harris … Read more
Here’s a helpful idea. Tusculum University and Food City signed a sponsorship agreement that will provide educational opportunities at a discounted price to Food City employees and their families.“Not only do we want to make sure that they have the tools for success that they need right now in their jobs, but also to support … Read more
There’s some concern for horses. A Sevierville attraction is under investigation and facing scrutiny after photos of horses were posted to social media.The Tennessee Department of Agriculture launched an investigation regarding the Jayell Ranch Family Adventure Park. The investigation began after public concern over photos posted online of horses in possible unhealthy conditions.
The Bristol, Tennessee City Council approved a lease agreement with Explore Bristol for the parcels of land near the Wes Davis Greenway Trailhead on the intersection of Volunteer Parkway and Anderson Street.Matt Bolas, Executive Director of Explore Bristol, said the visitor’s center will be a place for people to learn about the many attractions in … Read more
A man, Brian Campbell of Johnson City, was arrested after he allegedly robbed a Johnson City McDonald’s at knifepoint on Tuesday, according to police. According to the Johnson City Police Department (JCPD), The incident happened at the West Market Street McDonald’s when campbell pulled a knife on the cashier. Campbell was arrested nearby after he … Read more
To talk soley about public safety Tennessee lawmakers are expected to head back to Nashville later this month for a special session. That session is slated to begin on August 21.Gov. Bill Lee announced the special session after the events that unfolded in Nashville with the mass shooting at the Covenant School, where 6 people … Read more
Would you like to earn college credit for hiking? It’s happening along the Appalachian Trail, 25 Emory & Henry College students can earn credit. They participated in the Semester-A-Trail Program, which is the only program in the United States that offers college credit for hiking a section of the Appalachian Trail with an learning component … Read more