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Ashe County arrest reports
The following information was provided by the Ashe County Sheriff’s Office. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. April 22 Jamie D. Greene, 40, of Todd, was charged with felony serious injury by vehicle. Greene was released on April 22 under a $5,000 secured bond. David A. Miller, 75,...
Former Johnson County judge sentenced to jail, probation
MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Former Johnson County judge Perry Stout was sentenced to a year in jail after pleading guilty to money laundering and possession of marijuana with intent to distribute. In addition to one year in jail, Stout was also sentenced to seven years of probation. While serving his jail sentence, Stout will […]
Bridge dedicated in memory of fallen Watauga County deputy
WATAUGA COUNTY, N.C. — The North Carolina Department of Transportation honored fallen Watauga County Sergeant Chris Ward Friday, as the Watauga River bridge on Highway 321 was dedicated in his memory. On April 28, 2021, Sgt. Ward and K-9 Deputy Logan Fox were shot and killed during a welfare...
Jack Murphy, Appalachian State University football player, has died
BOONE, N.C. (WGHP) — Appalachian State University football player John “Jack” Murphy has died, the university confirmed Monday. Appalachian State University said in a statement that Murphy died on Friday. “It is with deep sadness that we can confirm the death of Appalachian State University student John ’Jack’ Murphy on April 26,” the university said. […]
Emory College faculty vote ‘no confidence’ in university president, while student protests continue
Emory College faculty voted overwhelmingly in favor of a resolution expressing no confidence in university president Gregory Fenves after Emory University’s harsh crackdown on a pro-Palestine student protest last week. The resolution passed by a 3 to 1 margin: Out of 477 votes, there were 358 votes in favor...
World War II Army veteran celebrates 100th birthday
ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) — Dozens of people were at Cleveland Presbyterian Church in Abingdon to celebrate Don Parker turning 100 on April 28. “Don, you are rarer than a comet or an eclipse of the sun,” Pastor Rick Laney said from the pulpit. The entire service was dedicated to him and making sure the D-Day […]
Ashe County Housing Advisory Board gains momentum and support
ASHE COUNTY — Down Home North Carolina’s Ashe County Chapter is launching Affordable and Safe Housing for Everyone (ASHE)-- a campaign to address housing problems facing county residents and landlords, such as rising costs, limited availability, and substandard housing conditions. To advance the campaign goals, the group is recommending the creation of a county advisory board. Dolly Reaves, the organizer of the group, said, “with rising rent and home prices, and issues of substandard housing compounding the crisis, the creation of a housing advisory board...
Farewell column: A&C you later!
Four years ago, I started college…then I blinked. At 18, I was suffocated by the small town life I was accustomed to and couldn’t wait to leave and make my mark on the world. I’d pictured my college experience for my entire life, but let me tell you what: I had never imagined the start of my college career would be hallmarked by masks, isolation and the weight of a “new normal.”
Enchanting mountain retreat in the beauty of the North Carolina Mountains
VPC Builder has custom-crafted this enchanting mountain retreat nestled in the serene beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Banner Elk, North Carolina. A successful collaboration between the builder and homeowners, craftsmanship combined with creativity has produced this functional yet extraordinary mountain getaway. Encompassing 3,325 square feet of living space,...
Cybersecurity training teaches Northeast Tennessee students dangers of the internet
Blountville, Tenn. (WCYB) — Students from Northeast Tennessee are learning about the dangers of the internet through cybersecurity training at an area community college. On Friday around two dozen students from Sulphur Springs and Mountain City took part in 'Cyber Day' at Northeast State Community College. The training day...
Complaint filed against Emory University over alleged Palestinian discrimination; US Dept. of Ed investigating
The complaint points to instances where students allege Emory fostered a "hostile environment" towards students and with Palestinian, Muslim, and Arabic heritage.
Gentry Falls- a hidden gem
All the beauty around us hints spring has finally arrived. After what some considered the longest winter Johnson County has had in years, the daffodils have bloomed, and spring robins are making their presence known. As the weather warms up residents look forward to enjoying all the outdoors has to offer in Northeast Tennessee.
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