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Washington Co., Va. approves data center ordinance

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — Tuesday night, the Washington County, Virginia Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to approve an ordinance that adds restrictions for data centers. The county previously had no zoning language that referenced data centers. “I would say we need this very much,” Stephen Richardson, Washington County’s zoning official, told the board during […]

Washington County, VA · 3d

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Abingdon gearing up for the Christmas season

How are local businesses participating in holiday preparations?. Why is Abingdon starting holiday preparations now?

Abingdon, VA · 20h
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Cardinal News

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Bristol may consider even higher property taxes on old Virginia Intermont campus

City leaders say property owner U.S. Magis International has not kept up the area, despite assurances that plans for a college were still in the works. The post Bristol may consider even higher property taxes on old Virginia Intermont campus appeared first on Cardinal News .

Bristol, VA · 8h

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20 local teams take the field in postseason games this week

Five of the area's Tennessee teams reached the second round while 15 Virginia teams are in action in the first round. The matchups are listed below. The WCYB sports team will have highlights and scores on Friday Night Huddle at 11:15 p.m. Greeneville vs. Upperman. Dobyns-Bennett vs. Smyrna. Unicoi County...

Bristol, TN · 22h
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Bristol, Va. Council codifies trespassing enforcement

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — The Bristol, Virginia City Council passed an ordinance on second reading Tuesday night on trespassing enforcement. It gives property owners the right to have officers trespass anyone from a property. While police officers are already capable of enforcing trespassing violations, the ordinance codifies that capability in the city code, according to […]

Bristol, VA · 3d

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Come Hungry to This Tennessee Restaurant Where the Fried Seafood Steals the Show

Hush puppies, catfish, flounder, and piles of baby shrimp keep showing up in conversations about one seafood spot in the mountains. That alone made me stop and look closer. The fried platters here come in Calabash style. That means light breading, quick frying, and seafood that stays the star. The large platters are famously big, so take-home boxes feel almost guaranteed.

Elizabethton, TN · 4d

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Roadside stand in Bristol offers scratch-made breads and sweets on the go

BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — A little homemade goodness is bringing a sweet touch to the road in Bristol, Virginia. A local stand, called Breaking Bread, is serving up fresh-baked treats, all made from scratch. Melania Hardin bakes everything herself. Sourdough bread, dinner rolls, cinnamon rolls, pumpkin bread, cookies, snickerdoodle...

Bristol, VA · 3d

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Watauga Orthopaedics announces new walk-in clinic, physical therapy center in Abingdon

ABINGDON, Va. (WCYB) — Watauga Orthopaedics announced the opening of a new orthopedic walk-in clinic and physical therapy center in Abingdon, expanding its services in Southwest Virginia. According to a media advisory issued by the practice, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was scheduled for Tuesday, November 10, at its new walk-in...

Abingdon, VA · 2d

Cardinal News

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Smyth County resident files lawsuit against new data center ordinance

The complaint alleges the county government wasn’t compliant with voting procedures to pass the measure. The post Smyth County resident files lawsuit against new data center ordinance appeared first on Cardinal News .

Smyth County, VA · 2d

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Bristol ARPA Task Force votes to disband after overseeing nearly $28 million

Bristol’s American Rescue Plan Task Force voted Monday to disband after overseeing nearly $28 million in federal pandemic relief funding. The task force held its final meeting Nov. 9 at City Hall, reviewing the status of projects funded through the American Rescue Plan Act and the city’s remaining federal reporting requirements.

Bristol, TN · 3d

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The Classic at Tennessee High School bracket revealed

BRISTOL, Tenn. (WCYB) — The bracket for The Classic at Tennessee high School was drawn on Wednesday night at Toyota of Bristol. The tournament features 18 teams from eight different states, with eight local squads taking the court. The Classic will kick off on Dec. 26. at Viking Hall...

Bristol, TN · 2d

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School bus changes take effect in Smyth County

SMYTH COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — Smyth County Public Schools’ changes to its bus operations took effect Wednesday as the school system seeks to be more efficient amid rising diesel prices. The school system informed families on Monday that it was facing financial challenges due to fuel costs and would be making changes to some bus […]

Smyth County, VA · 2d

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Pickin’ Chickens: City of Bristol, Virginia unveils new baseball team

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — The City of Bristol, Virginia is unveiling its new baseball team on Thursday. The Pickin’ Chickens will join the Blue Ridge League. The new mascot honors the baseball and musical history of Bristol. “I think having a team name that showcases the music and the baseball heritage here is vital,” Bristol, […]

Bristol, VA · 1d

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Virginia Candy Shop makes more than 100 flavors of fudge and one flavor stands out

The Southern Churn, located at 627 State Street in Bristol, Virginia is in an ideal location for shoppers. The candy shop is in the state's most unusual shopping district, since downtown Bristol straddles two states at once: Virginia is on one side of the street and Tennessee on the other.

Bristol, VA · 23h

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Annual Bristol Farmers Market Fall Festival set Saturday, Nov 14

This year’s Bristol Farmers Market Fall Festival will open with a dedication to the late Ray LeMaire of Twin Pines Farm who passed away in October. Twin Pines has been a constant presence since the farmers market began in the mid-1980s. The dedication and opening of the Fall Farmers...

Bristol, TN · 1d

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AI/data center public hearing on Dec. 1 town agenda

A rendering from BlueSky AI on what the concept for a pre-manufactured AD factory in at 1455 S. Shady St. would have looked like. The proposed AI/data center project on S. Shady Street is coming back, by way of a public hearing, on Tuesday, Dec. 1. Per a notice on...

Mountain City, TN · 1d

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Padel club facility permit approved by Zoning

A special permit for an indoor padel club facility to be constructed at 575 Broad Street was approved by the Zoning Commission at their monthly meeting on Monday night. A site plan for the facility is still pending approval at the December meeting following the removal of unregistered cars off of the property.

Bristol, TN · 1d

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Sullivan County among localities pushing kratom compliance

SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Kratom products may be found in several forms, from powders and capsules to liquid extracts and gummies. But what some consumers may view as a natural supplement has raised concerns among health experts and law enforcement officials. According to Caleb Alexander, a professor of...

Sullivan County, TN · 18h

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World War II veteran who died in 1942 laid to rest in Weber City

What caused Corporal Byron F. Beard Jr.'s death while in captivity?. After 84 years, Army Corporal Byron F. Beard Jr. was laid to rest on Veterans Day at Holston View Cemetery in Weber City. His family members are buried there as well, making Wednesday a long-awaited reunion for a Scott...

Weber City, VA · 2d

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Sports briefs: Falcons win Ralph Stout Sportsmanship Award

JOHNSON CITY — Volunteer High School football received the Class 3A-4A Ralph Stout Memorial Sportsmanship Award as voted on by the Region 1 Football Officials Association. The award was presented during the organization’s annual banquet held Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Doubletree Hotel in Johnson City. “This is a great achievement and honor for our coaching staff, players, school and community,” athletic director Kevin Porter said in a social media post announcing the award. “It is especially meaningful on Veterans Day as Coach (Jeremy) Wagner is a veteran of our Armed Forces.” The Ralph Stout Sportsmanship Awards, named for the longtime official, are presented annually by the Region 1 Football Officials Association. Happy Valley received the Class 1A-2A award and West Ridge the 5A-6A award. North Greene received the overall sportsmanship award, presented by the National Football Foundation (Mountain Empire Chapter). Cherokee draws Concord in Classic opener BRISTOL — Cherokee High School will kick off its sixth appearance in The Classic at Tennessee High in the 43rd annual event’s very first game. Cherokee will face Concord Academy in Session 1, Game 1 at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 26, following the annual draw held Wednesday, Nov. 11 at Toyota of

Johnson City, TN · 2d