Johnson City, TN

Carter County, TN

Elizabethton, TN

ELIZABETHTON — It was a good night for secondary education when the Carter County Commission held its monthly meeting on Monday. A standing-room-only crowd looked on as the commission honored the new Class 1A state boys basketball champion, the Hampton High School Bulldogs. That was followed by the commission...

Carter County Commission approves option for state purchase of Workforce Development Complex property

Rogersville, TN

ROGERSVILLE— Local nonprofit Four Square, Inc. has announced that they will host the Rogersville Fourth of July firework show for the third year in a row. The nonprofit, which is run by president Dr. Blaine Jones and treasurer Mayor Mark DeWitte, decided to host the event when no one else stepped up to.

Local nonprofit to organize Rogersville Fourth of July Fireworks

Kingsport, TN

KINGSPORT -- Kingsport will see the Ballad Health Spine and Rehabilitation clinic move into Indian Path Community Hospital as a more convenient option for patients. The clinic specializes in bringing physiatry recovery services to the community. Physiatry is known as physical medicine and rehabilitation. It blends pain management with other methods to provide a holistic approach to the healing process.

Ballad clinic relocates to Indian Path

Tennessee State

Hancock County, TN

ROGERSVILLE — The Hawkins/Hancock County Chapter of Isaiah 117 House has big goals for 2023 as it starts construction and continues to raise awareness. Isaiah 117 House is a Tennessee-based nonprofit that provides care to children awaiting foster care placement.

The Hawkins/ Hancock County Chapter of Isaiah 117 House starts construction in 2023

KINGSPORT — Don't look for the forthcoming Kingsport City Schools facilities study update to focus too much on middle schools or high schools. But look for work-based learning opportunities for KCS high school students to continue growing.

Elementary, as Sherlock Holmes would say: Kingsport City Schools facilities study update coming soon

ELIZABETHTON — Northeast Community Credit Union has renewed its support for art in the community and the Watauga Valley Art League and took the next step by purchasing the first of the WVAL’s official sponsorship package to support art education in the Tri-Cities. Thomas M. Gaetano, president of...

Northeast Community Credit Union donates to Watauga Valley Art League workshops

KINGSPORT — Don’t look for the forthcoming Kingsport City Schools facilities study update to focus too much on middle schools or high schools. Superintendent of Schools-elect Chris Hampton, former Dobyns-Bennett High School principal tapped to replace retired Superintendent Jeff Moorhouse, said the study focuses mostly at the elementary level.

KCS facilities study update coming soon

Blountville, TN

BLOUNTVILLE — A new online resource provides Northeast State Community College students with on-demand academic tutoring assistance 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Northeast State partnered with Tutor.com to provide an online tutoring resource with we-never-close service for students seeking help with subject learning. Tutor.com provides students with on-demand 24/7 tutoring in more than 250 subjects.

Northeast State acquires new online tutoring resource for students

KINGSPORT — For centuries, an apprentice trained under an expert artisan mastered the technology of the times in civilizations worldwide. The modern apprentice reunites these processes in electromechanical technology, mechanical technology, machining, metal fabrication and more for a new generation of artisans.

RCAM apprenticeship programs shape the future's skilled workforce

KINGSPORT — Sometimes, making an elementary school student happy and well-rounded takes nothing more than a trip to a movie theater, something some local kids recently got to do as COVID-19 wanes. Or maybe a trip to a Lady Vols basketball game, or maybe a scooter and helmet giveaway.

From Lady Vols to Candy Lane: Project Hope serves Roosevelt Elementary, other schools

Greeneville, TN

Guided by its mission, Tusculum University continues to offer active and experiential learning in a caring Christian environment that equips students to be career-ready professionals who demonstrate a pioneering spirit and a commitment to civic engagement. Tusculum has bolstered academic and social development for students and strengthened the quality of...

Tusculum University: Building on 228 years of service to the region

Washington State

Washington County, TN

Gray, TN

On Friday, Gray Elementary School and the Washington County Sheriff’s Office recognized a local student for his bravery in saving his family from a house fire in early January. Eight-year-old Sebastian McGhee was presented with a Certificate of Bravery as well as patches and pins from the sheriff’s department...

Gray student recognized for bravery during house fire

The city of Kingsport will be conducting its annual spring clean-up service for city residents from March 27 to March 31, according to a city press release. During this week, residents can place extra items on the curb for garbage crews to haul away at no extra charge. The city is encouraging residents to clean up and clean out their garages, basements, attics and outbuildings.

Time for spring cleaning in Kingsport

ELIZABETHTON — The Easter Bunny has long been the predominant pet for the spring holiday, but dogs will have their day in Elizabethton this Easter weekend. The Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department, Main Street Elizabethton, and the Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library are partnering to bring a fun spin on the Easter holiday.

Downtown Elizabethton planning doggone good Easter party

Roan Mountain, TN

ROAN MOUNTAIN — This year marks the 64th year that naturalists and those who love nature have gathered at Roan Mountain State Park for the Roan Mountain Spring Naturalist Rally, sponsored by the Friends of Roan Mountain. The rally will take place on April 28-30. Registration may be done online at friendsofroanmountain.org or on-site at the rally.

Reservations being taken for Roan Mountain Spring Naturalist Rally

Jonesborough, TN

Jonesborough’s Water Distribution Department will be constructing a new line extension at Malone Hallow Road. The water will be turned off on Monday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Old Boones Creek Road from Union Church Road to John Francis Road. For additional information, please call Jonesborough Town Hall at 423.753.1030.

Line construction to cause water service disruption Monday

BLOUNTVILLE — For the first time ever, more dual enrollment students are at Northeast State Community College during the spring semester compared to the recent fall semester. High School Program Director Shelby McKenzie said nearly 1,000 high school students are enrolled in college courses at Northeast State, marking the...

Northeast State sees spike in dual enrollment

Erwin, TN

Unicoi, TN

ERWIN — West Ridge's Drew Hoover had a dominating performance in Monday night's 5-0 win at Unicoi County. The senior left-hander struck out 17 and allowed only two hits over 6 2/3 innings. He aided his cause with two hits and a walk.

Roundup: Hoover fans 17 in West Ridge win over Unicoi

Band Director Josh Ogle gives the David Crockett High School Concert Band a peek at their rating after their performance at the ETSBOA Middle Area Concert Performance Assessment. The band recently traveled to Maryville University for the event in which they earned a “Superior Rating” for their overall performance. Ogle said this is the highest grade a band can receive, and a great accomplishment. Ogle said he is very proud of the students’ hard work in preparing for and executing the performance.

David Crockett High School concert band gives 'Superior' performance

The McKinney Center in Jonesborough will feature painter Merinda Crowder in its first exhibition of the year through March 24. The exhibition is free and open to the public. For more information call 423-753-0562.

Out & About

“Praise the Lord. Praise God in his sanctuary; praise him in his mighty heavens. Praise him for his acts of power; praise him for his surpassing greatness. Praise him with the sounding of the trumpet, praise him with the harp and lyre, praise him with timbrel and dancing, praise him with the strings and pipe, praise him with the clash of cymbals, praise him with resounding cymbals. Let everything that has breath praise the Lord.”

Bluegrass music finds a home at St. Thomas Episcopal Church

Hampton, TN

The art of the upset is first and foremost about one thing: believing. A lot of people around the state looked at Saturday’s Class 1A state basketball championship matchup of Hampton and Middleton and said it would not be a contest.

Proud community welcomes back state champion Bulldogs

Mountain Home, TN

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Johnson City commissioners question legislators about urban growth bill

In a work session to discuss local issues with state legislators on Friday, Johnson City commissioners questioned a bill...

Johnson City commissioners question legislators about urban growth bill

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