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Asheville woman faces charges after I-26 crash, discovery of drugs
An Asheville woman faces multiple charges stemming from an April 27 traffic accident on Interstate 26 that eventually led to the discovery of drugs concealed in body cavities. According to a release issued by Unicoi County Sheriff’s Department Chief Deputy Frank Rogers, UCSD deputies were dispatched to a single vehicle collision on I-26 at the 52.8 mile marker.
Roger Antone enjoying his job as Erwin's newest police officer
“I just decided to make the move when it came up and come over here,” said Roger Antone, a new police officer with the Town of Erwin. “I knew it would probably raise some eyebrows.”. Antone arrived on the job with years of experience, a devotion to community,...
Fiddlers convention in Flag Pond celebrates old-time music
Old-time music echoed around the hills and hollows of Flag Pond as fiddlers, guitarists, banjo players and their fans gathered for the sixth annual Upper East Tennessee Fiddlers Convention this past weekend. Roy Andrade, faculty member with East Tennessee State University’s Bluegrass, Old Time and Roots Music program, served as...
Unicoi’s now-closed Budget Inn owner to sell property after community backlash
UNICOI, Tenn. (WJHL) — With a “coming soon” sign still hanging at the former Budget Inn, the owner of the property has pulled out of developing it into low-income housing after receiving backlash from the community. Property owner, Shawn Miller, has only been able to repair the retaining wall and roof, and clean out the […]
Unicoi County High School’s culinary arts class to host ‘Food Truck Thursday’
UNICOI, Tenn. (WJHL) – A local high school will host ‘Food Truck Thursday’ in the Clinchfield Federal Credit Union parking lot, the credit union said in a social media post. On Thursday, the Unicoi County High School culinary arts classes will host a food truck to showcase the cooking skills students have whipped up this […]
UETHDA announces energy assistance outreach for May
The Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency Outreach RV will be throughout the region helping those needing help with their energy bills. LIHEAP stands for Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. This program helps keep individuals and families safe and healthy through initiatives that assist with energy costs. For those who qualify, a payment is sent […] The post UETHDA announces energy assistance outreach for May appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Buffalo Valley Golf Course is up for sale
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — The Buffalo Valley Golf Course in Unicoi County is up for sale. It was listed on Saturday at 2.7 million, which is slightly less than the last appraisal that was performed on it. The city of Johnson City currently owns the property. The city...
Nolichucky Opry, Farmers Market to both debut June 7
The Erwin Farmers Market and the Nolichucky Opry will both begin their seasons in downtown Erwin on June 7. The Erwin Farmers Market will run until Aug. 30 and will be held every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. The market is operated by RISE Erwin and is held in the parking lot across the street from the Gathering Place park.
Southside FWB to hold food distribution May 7
Southside Freewill Baptist Church in Erwin will partner with Second Harvest Food Bank of Northeast Tennessee to distribute food on Tuesday, May 7, from 4 to 6 p.m. Those picking up food do not have to provide any income information, only your name, city and a phone number if you have one.
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