Four local organizations are receiving $5,000 to host art, music and wellness activities in downtown Johnson City this June.The Blue Plum Organization chose these recipients of their new Blue Plum Gives Back Event Grant:The Down Home for a one-day music event on either June 25 or June 26Downtown Yoga Center for a yoga festival on … Read more
Gov. Ralph Northam has announced that he’s signed another 14 bills into law. Among the bills he signed incude extending eviction protections for renters experiencing financial hardship due to the coronavirus pandemic through July 1, 2022. And, prohibiting public colleges and universities from asking about a person’s criminal record during the application process, as well … Read more
Kingsport Speedway has rescheduled the NASCAR Advance Auto Weekly Racing Series for Friday, April 16.A release from the racing venue says the race-car engines are water-cooled. This means running them at cold temperatures increases the likelihood of damage.“We have been working very hard and it is very disappointing to us as we work all winter … Read more
The Birthplace of Country Music has announced the talent lineup for the Bristol Rhythm and Roots Reunion in September 2021.Some of the musicians set to perform at the event scheduled for September 10-12 include Jason Isabell and The 400 Unit, Tanya Tucker and Blackberry Smoke.The festival plans to host about 100 bands for the three-day … Read more
Bristol, Tennessee Police Chief Blaine Wade has announced his retirement after 37 years in public service.According to a release from the Bristol Tennessee Police Department, Wade’s final day on the job will be June 18, 2021. He has served as chief since 2004.Wade’s career in law enforcement began when he joined the Bristol Tennessee Police … Read more
The mask mandate in Sullivan County set to expire Wednesday was extended until April 30.Sullivan County Mayor Richard Venable and Medical Director Dr. Stephen May have extended the Order for the public and businesses to continue to wear face coverings until April 30, 2021 or until rescinded.The announcement came in a release Wednesday afternoon, hours … Read more
The Tri-Cities’ first Chipotle restaurant opened Wednesday near the Mall at Johnson City.A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Wednesday morning. The Chipotle at this location features the “Chipot-lane,” a drive-through option for customers to pick up orders from the application.While it brings a new dining experience, local leaders are also excited about the new jobs it … Read more
There’s no explanation yet for what caused a fire to destroy a barn and killed about 140 chickens in Greene County Monday, according to authorities.A sheriff’s office report said the fire was in the 2000 block of Shakerag Road. A woman told police she heard a strange noise from the direction of the barn on … Read more
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee says he has received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The Republican Governor says he had the initial Pfizer shot Saturday and will get the second dose in a few weeks. There wasn’t any fanfare surrounding his innoculation.Lee, who is 61, has said he was waiting his turn for the … Read more
The Covered Bridge Days Festival has been moved to the fall because of needed repairs.Covered Bridge Days will be presented Friday, Sept. 24 through Sunday, Sept. 26, according to a press release from the City of Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department.Event organizers said the date change is due to repairs on the E. Elk Avenue … Read more