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The Virginia Town Where Retirees Say Social Security Stretches Further Than Anywhere Else

There’s a town in the far southwestern corner of Virginia where retirees are doing something that sounds almost illegal in today’s economy: living well on Social Security alone. Appalachia, Virginia doesn’t show up on most people’s retirement radar, and that’s honestly one of the best things about it....

Wise County, VA · 11d
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Manufacturer to close another East TN plant, affecting dozens of workers

Tsubaki Nakashima has announced plans to close a second plant in East Tennessee. The plant is scheduled to close effective Dec. 17, 2027, affecting a total of 73 workers. The company said production carried out at the three plants it is closing will be transferred primarily to plants in India.

Mountain City, TN · 8h
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12 Things That Make Northern Virginia and the Rest of Virginia Feel Like Different States

Northern Virginia is the largest data center market in the world, which is a lot of servers for one corner of one state. Drive to Buchanan County in the southwest, and fewer households have broadband and more of your neighbors are 65 or older. Here’s how Northern Virginia compares with...

Virginia · 8d
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Small business lending boosts rural Kentucky economies

In one rural Kentucky county, local financing has helped a grocery store make energy-efficiency upgrades and install solar panels, offsetting yearly utility bills by more than $68,000. Robin Gabbard, president of the Mountain Association, said a lack of investment in rural Appalachian communities has prevented many small-business owners from helping to change the tide in their communities. She explained rural small businesses lack access to the capital needed to diversify local economies. "When we put that into practice, entrepreneurs are seeking smaller loans. They often have fewer financing opportunities, and additionally, most banks will not finance new businesses that are startups," Gabbard pointed out. More than $95 million has been invested in rural Appalachian communities over the past 50 years by the Mountain Association, including support for 600 entrepreneurs. Gabbard noted local lending can often make a difference for residents on a daily basis, such as determining how far someone has to travel. She explained at one IGA grocery store in Letcher County, owner Gwen Christon used financing to upgrade the coolers and HVAC system to make her store more energy-efficient, and by saving money on energy costs, she has been able to hire more employees. "She's been able to

Kentucky · 1d

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$714 Million Investment: Nuclear Technology Company Prepares For Major TN Expansion

(UCBJ) – BWXT, a company that produces high-purity depleted uranium (HPDU) metal for the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Nuclear Security Administration, is investing $714.5 million to create 181 new jobs through an expansion of its Washington County operations, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced today. The project, supported...

Washington County, TN · 3d

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Cranberries in Johnson City closes its doors

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Just a few months after a change in ownership, Cranberries in Johnson City has announced its closure. The business said on social media that it would close due to “health along with other factors.” Cranberries’ full post is below: It is with a heavy heart that I have to announce […]

Johnson City, TN · 2d

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10 Quaint Mountain Towns Where You Can Retire on $1,600 a Month (Or Less)

Explore 10 quaint mountain towns across the U.S. where retirees can rent for $1,600 a month or less while enjoying scenery, trails, and small-town charm.

Johnson City, TN · 7d

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Kingsport Buyers Find More Options Even as Fresh Supply Shrinks

Kingsport buyers found more homes to choose from as inventory surged well past the national pace, though fresh listings kept shrinking.

Kingsport, TN · 1d

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10 Tennessee Towns Where Rising Property Tax Bills Are Putting Pressure On Homeowners

One Tennessee city actually lowered its property tax rate, and many homeowners still expected bigger bills. The reason?. A county reappraisal pushed average property values up by 66 percent. That twist keeps popping up across the state. One small East Tennessee town weighed a 28 percent rate jump. Another little...

Tennessee · 5d

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Appalachian Power customers in Tennessee to see 10.4% bill increase

KINGSPORT, Tn. (WCYB) — Appalachian Power customers in Northeast Tennessee should expect to see an increase in their electricity bills beginning this month. The utility recently sent notices to customers in Sullivan, Hawkins and Washington counties informing them of a 10.4% increase. The increase has received preliminary approval from...

Tennessee · 4d

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Johnson City Prices Rise as Homes Spend More Time on the Market

Johnson City sellers asked more while buyers gained time on the market to negotiate.

Johnson City, TN · 1d

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Hicks Block apartments ready to rent in Kingsport

KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – Hicks Block, a restored building between Broad and Market Street, hosted a walk-through to showcase recent improvements. Co-owner and architect Katie Casebolt spoke with News Channel 11 about the progress. “It has had a huge transformation from the last time, where the units were 99.5% finished,” Casebolt said. “We’re just finishing […]

Kingsport, TN · 4d

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BWXT Announces $714.5M Tennessee Expansion

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — November 6, 2026 — BWXT will invest $714.5 million and create 181 new jobs at its Jonesborough, Tennessee, facility, expanding production capabilities for materials critical to U.S. national security. The Washington County project will more than double the company’s existing local workforce. Tennessee Gov....

Tennessee · 3d

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Ballad Health, UnitedHealthcare reach agreement over Medicare Advantage plans

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Ballad Health announced Thursday that it and UnitedHealthcare had finalized a multi-year agreement for UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare Advantage individual and group retiree plans. According to a release, the agreement “includes value-based measures as our organizations prioritize quality of care and overall patient experience for the people we mutually serve.” “Ballad Health […]

Johnson City, TN · 4d

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Tsubaki Nakashima to close Mountain City plant, affecting 110 employees

MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A ball bearing manufacturer that previously announced plans to shut down its plant in Erwin will also close its plant in Mountain City. Tsubaki Nakashima Co., LTD announced on Thursday that it will close three sites: one in Poland, one in Slovakia and one in Mountain City, Tennessee. The company […]

Mountain City, TN · 4d

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Tsubaki Nakashima to close plant in Mountain City, will impact around 110 people

MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Tsubaki Nakashima announced Thursday that it plans to close its plant in Mountain City by the end of 2027. The plant makes balls and rollers. The company already plans to close its Erwin plant in February 2027. The Mountain City will impact around 110...

Mountain City, TN · 4d

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Smoky Mountain Auto Brokers to open in Greeneville

Renovations are underway at 301 S. Main St, the future home of Smoky Mountain Auto Brokers. Owners Scott and Lynn Grant say painting is almost complete; a muralist will be creating a landscape of the Smokies on their windows. Once completed, the building will look and feel like a vintage service station. The new look takes inspiration from the nearby Greeneville Greene County History and City Garage Car museums as well as local classic car meets like Sundown on the Depot, which its proprietors enjoy. The dealership will specialize in classic and luxury pre-owned vehicles. While this will be the Grants’ first business in the area, they previously ran what they said was the largest independent used car dealership in southwest Florida. “While we may be new to Greeneville, TN, we have been in the automotive industry for over 35 years,” Scott said. “Since retiring to the foothills of East Tennessee, we are aiming to provide a boutique car buying experience, focusing on quality versus quantity.” The Grants, who moved to Greeneville almost four years ago, enjoy attending downtown events like the Iris Festival and say they look forward to becoming more involved in the community they love.

Greeneville, TN · 4d

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BWXT & TDEC share insight into Jonesborough expansion

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Thursday night, the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), along with BWXT, answered questions about an air contaminant permit application as the company expands its high-purity depleted-uranium facility in Jonesborough. Officials said during the meeting that the goal is to address community concerns about air pollution. “One scrubber for […]

Jonesborough, TN · 4d

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WR Concrete: Quality Concrete Work

Kevin Bucher and his family moved to the Poor Valley community of Hawkins County a little over a year ago. He opened WR Concrete in January. Kevin spent his early childhood in Harrisburg, Virginia. His family moved to Lancaster, Pennsylvania when he was in middle school. Kevin recalled “I started working really young, helping my dad and grandpa. I did concrete jobs in Pennsylvania and I’ve been in construction for about nine years.” His journey to Tennessee came from a higher power. “God called us here! I always wanted to move back south, to the Appalachian Mountains. We started watching the Bridge Church services online. Three months later, we were here!” Last year, Kevin, his wife Emily and their three children (ages 13, 9, and 3) made their move to Hawkins County. Kevin explained that people began asking him about finishing concrete. He added “I always wanted to work for myself. I like working with concrete because I can take something that doesn’t exist and finish it by the end of the day. It’s fulfilling!” No two jobs are the same. Some projects that WR Concrete does include sidewalks, foundations, floors, house slabs, concrete countertops, and stamped concrete. Kevin is

Hawkins County, TN · 6d

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Greeneville Historical Zoning Addresses Gordon Williams Estate Request

The Greeneville Historic Zoning Commission held discussion Tuesday with local resident Darlene Farr regarding her potential purchase of the historic Gordon Williams estate at 300 North Main Street. Farr, who lives directly across the street from the landmark property, presented a conditional proposal to revitalize the site while preserving its historic character.

Greeneville, TN · 4d