BrightRidge and Red Dog Technologies, the operator of a Bitcoin mine in the Limestone community, have made their first payments to Washington County as part of a settlement to shut down the mine. The Washington County Commission ultimately sued both companies after learning that the mine’s use did not meet zoning guidelines, claiming BrightRidge had … Read more
The Morristown Hamblen Humane Society is asking for donations after police found 17 Chihuahua dogs in a storage unit. The animal shelter shared in a social media post this week that the dogs were found by police on Dec. 10, and some of the chihuahuas were so young their eyes were not yet open. The … Read more
The Wise County Sheriff’s Office is reporting that a months-long investigation uncovered alleged illegal activity at seven local dispensary shops. The sheriff’s office states the shops advertised the sale of CBD products, operated outside the boundaries of Virginia law and illegally sold marijuana. One person received treatment at an area emergency room due to a … Read more
The Johnson City parks and recreation department has put the finishing touches on a 10 year plan. Advisory Board member Natalie Smith spearheaded the effort to provide a guide for the city’s parks opver the next decade. Smith said that it’s vital for area parks and programming to keep up with a growing population. She … Read more
Polcie in Bristol Virginia have arrested a man and woman duo for allegedly robbing a woman along State Street. Jail records show Casey Hedge and Mary Thomas were picked up after the crime in the 800 block of State Street on Tuesday. The female victim was reportedly struck over th ehead several times The woman … Read more
Business news today, the Chipotle restaurant in Kingsport is set to open next week. This will be the first Chiptle in the Model City, located at 1401 East Stone Drive A grand opening celebration is planned for December 19th at 10:45 a.m. Chipotle also has restaurants in Johnson City and Bristol, Tennessee.
Robin Sayers of Johnson City’s North Hills neighborhood has an unexpected visitor a sizeable-looking black bear. The bear stayed around her home near Science Hill High School for nearly an hour. Along with paying a visit to her front door, the bear took some time checking out a crape myrtle in her yard. She watched … Read more
The Greeneville Police Department is investigating a Motor Vehicle Theft. While on patrol, a vehicle was seen partially in the roadway with its hazard lights on near 565 Old Stage Rd. The was unoccupied. After running the vehicle information, it was determined the vehicle was stolen out of Greeneville City.
The Chaotic Crew Motorcycle Club and food truck Tri-Cities Roadhouse partnered to host a “Plate for Purpose” Saturday. All proceeds supported the family and children of a couple who was killed in a house fire on Mill Springs Road. Akita Trobaugh, 31, and Thomas Trobaugh, leave behind three children, who escaped the fire by breaking … Read more
A man convicted in a 2017 murder outside of a Bristol, Tennessee Walmart was sentenced Monday morning. Michael Strouth received the maximum sentence for the first-degree murder of Michael Heatherly. Strouth was sentenced to 52 years to life for Heatherly’s murder. He was also sentenced to an additional consecutive 25 years for a conspiracy to … Read more