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Volunteers are being sought to help with this year’s Greene County Thanksgiving Outreach, an event which is expected to feed more than 2,500 individuals this year. The annual event held each Thanksgiving Day provides meals throughout Greene County to those who may not otherwise enjoy a Thanksgiving meal. “There is a limit of one meal per household member and requests for meals must be submitted by Nov. 15,” a news release from event organizers says. Those desiring to have meals delivered to their homes may register online via the “Meal Request” link at www.thanksgivingoutreach.org or call 423-467-5144. Last year, the Greene County Thanksgiving Outreach provided meals to more than 2,500 individuals — and organizers expect to feed “at least that many” this year. “Thanksgiving is a longtime American tradition that knows no boundaries,” says Ron Russell, who is serving as chairman of the 2026 Thanksgiving Outreach Planning Committee. “Being able to help the homebound and others in need at this time of the year is meaningful both to the volunteers and the recipients,” he adds. The Thanksgiving Outreach is facilitated by a team of interfaith organizers. Although the event is organized by the faith community, Russell notes that the planning
NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — Cocke County officials discussed the possibility of forming a dedicated hazmat team during a review of the emergency plan Wednesday morning. The subject arose during a presentation of the new County Basic Emergency Operations Plan, where the public could attend and give input. Tennessee counties are required to review and update […]
The day after the mid-term elections, Greene County Democratic Party Chairwoman Cheryl Summers issued what she called “A Message of Hope” to party members. A message from Cheryl Summers, Greene County Democratic Party chairwoman. Yes, I am exhausted. Yes, I am disappointed in some of the election results,...
ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee government plans to hire mental health clinicians to serve several rural counties using a federal grant. Tennessee plans to use part of a $10 million grant to expand its Co-located Mental Health Services at County Health Departments program into Anderson, Cumberland, Hawkins, Bradley, Coffee, Montgomery, and Tipton Counties. […]
Northeast State Community College will host a Veterans Day ceremony Wednesday, Nov. 11, honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. military. The ceremony, sponsored by the […]
TRI-CITIES, Tenn. (WJHL) – More than two years after Hurricane Helene’s devastation, local Long Term Recovery Groups (LTRGs) are starting to make changes in the services they provide for the area. The Washington County LTRG announced Tuesday that it will soon deactivate its disaster recovery efforts. “When we first started up in 2024, everybody said […]
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.
On Monday, Oct. 26, the Rogersville Rotary Club hosted its second annual recognition ceremony for the Rogersville Middle School (RMS) Interact Club. The event drew several distinguished guests, including Hawkins County Director of Schools Matt Hixson, Hawkins County Mayor David Linkous, and Rotary President Molly Buckholz, alongside school faculty, parents, guardians, Rotarians, and prospective Interact members. Hixson opened the morning ceremony by welcoming attendees and praising the club’s exceptional enrollment growth for the current school year. He expressed immense pride in the students for stepping out of their comfort zones to engage in community service, noting that the RMS Interact Club has nearly tripled its membership. Following Hixson’s remarks, Lead Club Advisor Mrs. Christy Waye provided an overview of the students’ achievements and ongoing academic initiatives. She expressed her gratitude to Hixson, RMS Principal Dr. Krista Mann, and Mayor Linkous for their steadfast support before introducing the Rotary President. Officers were then recognized by Club Sponsor Matt Myers. Rotary President Molly Buckholz then presented the newly elected officers with their official certificates and induction pins. During the ceremony, Mrs. Buckholz highlighted financial support for the student organization, presenting a $300 check on behalf of the inaugural Motorcycle Ride for RMS
MT. CARMEL, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Town of Mount Carmel celebrated significant improvements to its park on Tuesday. According to the town, a grand opening and dedication ceremony recognized newly constructed facilities, expanded recreational amenities and investments in the park’s future. The improvements were supported by a 2023 Local Parks and Recreation Fund (LPRF) grant, […]
NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — Cocke County officials discussed the possibility of forming a dedicated hazmat team during a review of the emergency plan Wednesday morning. The subject arose during a presentation of the new County Basic Emergency Operations Plan, where the public could attend and give input. Tennessee counties are required to review and update their plans every five years, and this year, the county was doing so with lessons learned from Hurricane Helene and several other recent disasters.
Loudoun County, Virginia, has spent more than two decades as the world’s data center hub. On Oct. 30, one of its top officials told members of the Greater Hagerstown Committee what that growth has delivered and what it has cost. Joe Kroboth, Loudoun’s deputy county administrator, presented “Data Centers:...
SMYTH COUNTY, Va. (WCYB) — School divisions across the Commonwealth are reassessing how to address millions of dollars in building improvements after voters rejected proposed sales tax increases in several localities intended to fund school construction projects. On Election Day, 47 Virginia localities had referendums on the ballot asking...
Cocke County’s Town of Parrottsville commission race has ended in a tie. When pressed for comment, the Cocke County Election Commission was unable to provide information. The commission said they would “figure it out in the morning.”. For Context. Three people were expected to take seats in the...
A 35-foot Fraser fir grown at Andrew’s Nursery in Avery County has arrived at Biltmore House as the centerpiece of the estate’s annual holiday display, ABC affiliate WLOS reported.
With the clocks falling back, the Mitchell County Sanitation Department announces that winter hours for the recycling centers begin Monday, November 2. Winter hours will continue through February, 2027. The Centers in Altapass and Bakersville are open from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. The...
A group that has been guiding Washington County, Tennessee residents since Hurricane Helene will be shutting down operations. A report from the County Long Term Recovery Group says December 31st is the deactivation day for a staff of community leaders, faith-based organizations, and volunteers who gave of their time to help flood victims with housing repair and replacement, receiving available disaster aid relief, and head up projects within the county that brought normalcy back to communities.
Cocke County emergency management officials are revising the county’s emergency operations plan, cutting it to less than half its length and asking for community input. The plans give emergency responders and government officials a framework for how to react, act and execute, Cocke County EMA Director Joe Esway said.
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Washington County Long Term Recovery Group (WCLTRG) announced it will be deactivated by the end of the year. The group said it will “formally deactivate by December 31, 2026, after completing its mission to guide local residents through rebuilding following a disaster.” The WCLTRG formed after Hurricane Helene struck […]
