A Kingsport woman was arrested after allegedly breaking into a Washington County, Tennessee home and taking items from inside. Tabatha Williams, 39, was arrested after an alleged break-in at a home in the 1600 block of Boones Creek Road. Several items were reportedly stolen from the home and later recovered at Williams’ residence by deputies. … Read more
The Hawkins County School District has received a grant to help pay off school lunch debt. In all, nearly $17,000 will wipe out the debt for every single family in the district. The grant comes from the Arby’s Foundation. Director of Schools Matt Hixson says they are very grateful for the grant and are very … Read more
Two people were arrested in Sullivan County after authorities say they seized 42 pounds of methamphetamine. The drugs worth more than a million dollars, according to the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies tried to pull over a speeding car on I-26. Once stopped, a drug sniffing dog alerted, and that’s when the crystal meth was … Read more
The sheriff inbristol, Virginia has been honored with a prestigious award. Sheriff Tyrone Foster has received the Strong Men and Woman of Virginia Award through the Domonion Energy Charitable Foundation and the Library of Virginia. The award recognizes and honors African American business and community leaders who have overcome obstacles to make significant impacts in … Read more
The new development called The Sportsplex in Bristol is now opening a new restaurant and bar. It’s called The Patio, and it offers a full drink menu and food menu. There’s also indoor games like cornhole and mini pool for the kids. The restaurant’s owners say they are planning themed nights and live entertainment.
A high speed chase in Greene County has ended in tragedy. The chase along East Andrew Johnson Highway ended in a massive crash that caused a passenger in the car to be thrown out and killed. Mosheim Police began the pursuit, but the vehicle sped too fast around a curve and flipped, hitting a parked … Read more
Carter County authorities are investigating after a 16-year-old was found dead underneath a vehicle. Deputies found the unresponsive male juvenile under a white Subaru. The juvenile’s parents believed he left the home due to a window being open with the screen removed. A preliminary investigation indicated the juvenile was attempting to steal the vehicle when … Read more
The Bristol Tennessee Police Department (BTPD) is set to host a “Prescription Drug Take Back” event to encourage the community to dispose of old, unwanted, or expired prescription or over-the-counter medications and supplements. The event will take place on April 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Bristol Tennessee Municipal parking lot. The … Read more
Assistant Police Chief Steve Hixson of the Greeneville Police Department has been acquitted of a domestic violence charge by a Greene County Jury. The verdict reaffirms Hixson’s innocence and highlights the importance of a fair judicial system in addressing misconduct allegations. Hixson was previously charged with assaulting a family member in December 2022. As of … Read more
52 year-old Thomas Farmer of Johnson City, has been charged with murder in connection to a 2023 overdose death in Carter County. Farmer was arrested by the Carter County Sheriff’s Office and indicted on charges of second-degree murder and sale of schedule II drugs. The man died from a fentanyl overdose, and Farmer was found … Read more