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Volunteers help Claiborne County man clear tree away from his home after severe weather on Wednesday
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Storms battered Claiborne County on Wednesday, leaving a person dead and dozens of trees down across the county. Bryce Edward Hentnick, 22, died in the storms, according to the Claiborne County Sheriff's Office. Neighbors in the Lone Mountain Road area of New Tazewell said a large...
Baseball Game Preview: Harlan Heads Out
Harlan is 0-7 against Perry County Central since April of 2015 but they'll have a chance to close the gap a little bit on Friday. The Harlan Green Dragons will head out on the road to take on the Perry County Central Commodores at 6:00 p.m. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.
Blondell presented Leadership Award at Chamber’s Women in Business Dinner
Former Bell County Commonwealth’s Attorney Karen Greene Boondell received a surprise honor at last week’s Women in Business Dinner hosted by the Chamber of Commerce as she was presented with a Leadership Award. “The leadership award we bestow tonight is more than just a symbol of recognition; it is a testament to the unwavering commitment […] The post Blondell presented Leadership Award at Chamber’s Women in Business Dinner appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Softball Recap: Leslie County wins going away against Williamsburg
In what's become a running theme this season, Leslie County gave their fans yet another huge victory on Friday. They put the hurt on the Williamsburg Yellow Jackets with a sharp 18-1 win. While fans of Leslie County might be used to big wins, the 17-run margin marked the team's biggest one yet.
Middlesboro man causes standoff with police after barricading himself in Ferndale apartment
A Middlesboro man has been charged with burglary, terroristic threatening, disorderly conduct, menacing, resisting arrest, and criminal mischief after barricading himself in his wife’s residence Friday afternoon. According to a release from the Bell County Sheriff’s Department, Deputy Jody Risner and Chaplain Allen Sanders were dispatched to Ferndale Apartments in reference to 33-year-old Joshua Shane […] The post Middlesboro man causes standoff with police after barricading himself in Ferndale apartment appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Railsplitter baseball begin championship series play this weekend
By John Dunn LMU Following three straight victories, the Lincoln Memorial baseball team punched its ticket to the South Atlantic Conference Tournament Championship against Wingate, beginning Friday in Asheboro, NC. The Railsplitters defeated Tusculum in an offensive explosion, 16-13, before ripping through top-seeded Catawba in back-to-back games 7-0 and 8-3. Lincoln Memorial ejected 12 homers […] The post Railsplitter baseball begin championship series play this weekend appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Holland: Jesus is interceding on your behalf today
By Billy Holland Columnist Some individuals are healthier than others, but the uncomfortable facts reveal the human body is generally frail and vulnerable. I occasionally joke around with my Son-in-law about him being from another planet because he claims he’s never been sick, however, like the rest of us, there will come a day […] The post Holland: Jesus is interceding on your behalf today appeared first on Middlesboro News.
Students complete Youth Emergency Preparedness Program
The Harlan County Youth Emergency Preparedness Program saw three Harlan County High School students complete the program on Monday, May, 6, adding to more than 20 graduates of the program since it began just a few years ago. Harlan County Extension Agent Jeremy Williams and former Harlan County Emergency Management Director David McGill directed the […] The post Students complete Youth Emergency Preparedness Program appeared first on Harlan Enterprise.
Boy saved after truck rolls into Cumberland River
A tragedy was avoided along the Cumberland River last week thanks to Conservation Officer Derek Creech being in the right place at the right time, according to a post on the Department of Fish & Wildlife Law Enforcement Facebook page. Creech had just finished a routine compliance check and had a friendly conservation at the […] The post Boy saved after truck rolls into Cumberland River appeared first on Middlesboro News.
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