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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 […]

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U.S. House District 5 Lead Changes Again as Provisional Ballots Are Counted

Updated 7:18 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11: The N.C. State Board of Elections’ results site shows Democrat Chuck Hubbard ahead of Rep. Virginia Foxx by 325 votes in the 5th Congressional District, with all 230 precincts reporting. The totals include provisional ballots counted Tuesday in most of the district’s counties; Rockingham County’s provisional results had not yet been posted to the site. This story has been updated with the latest figures.

Watauga County, NC · 3d
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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

WJHL

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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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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 · 16h

Ashe Post & Times

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Don’t feed the bears: Warrensville man requests nuisance ordinance to prevent attacks

JEFFERSON — Warrensville resident Jonathan Parker requested the Ashe County Board of Commissioners on Nov. 2 to consider an ordinance or nuisance provision to deter bear-feeding. Addressing the board during its scheduled meeting’s public comment, Parker said indiscriminate bear feeding on West Mill Creek Road has led to a “concentration of bears in the community to the point that residents are concerned about walking their dogs and being outside after dark.” He also said bear feeding can lead to neighborhood property damage. Although Ashe County has a significant wildlife population, Parker said that recent bear sightings occur “more frequently than what most (Ashe County) residents consider normal.” He also said the community has limited recourse for the growing bear population, which has become more accustomed to human interaction and regular feedings. Parker explained that bear feeding isn’t about legality, punishment, or “enjoying wildlife.” He’s worried that consistent feedings could lead to injury because wildlife has become “so habituated to humans” and has destroyed property. However, commissioners didn’t address Parker’s concerns, as is the norm under board decorum. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission discourages feeding wildlife because it creates public safety hazards, spreads disease, and leads to property damage. The

Ashe County, NC · 2d

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First Snow of the Season Blankets North Carolina Mountain Towns Near Charlotte

Parts of North Carolina’s mountains woke up under a fresh blanket of snow Friday morning, bringing an early taste of winter just a few hours from Charlotte. Snow began falling Thursday afternoon on Beech Mountain before spreading across the High Country overnight. By sunrise Friday, rooftops, trees and lawns around Banner Elk were coated in white.

Charlotte, NC · 19h

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Emotional week in store for Herd ahead of matchup against Appalachian State

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — This Saturday, there will be plenty of emotion in and around Joan C. Edwards Stadium when Marshall welcomes Appalachian State. The game will be played on the 56th anniversary of the 1970 plane crash near Tri-State Airport that resulted in the death of 75 Marshall football players, coaches, administrators, fans and the flight crew.

Huntington, WV · 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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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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Abingdon gearing up for the Christmas season

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

Abingdon, VA · 15h

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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 · 18h

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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

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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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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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Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol celebrates two year anniversary

BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — Around 7 million people have walked through the doors of the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol to eat, stay, play, or see a show since it opened on Nov. 14, 2024. “It’s been a fun two years, and we’re very, very proud of what we have accomplished so far. It’s […]

Bristol, VA · 1d

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Data center rumors continue as Marion residents seek answers about town-owned property

MARION, Va. (WCYB) — Questions continue to surround roughly 200 acres of government-owned property near Marion as residents seek answers about a developer's interest in the land and the possibility of a data center. The property sits near Interstate 81, between two businesses and several residential properties. Rumors of...

Marion, VA · 3d