ETSU’s mass communication program loses accreditation
East Tennessee State University’s mass communication program has lost accreditation from Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications. The program, which includes...
View ArticleGovernment term limits, asteroid mining and more in Tuesday's Forum
As a citizen of this country, I am totally dismayed in the handling of all aspects of the government. From small towns to entire states and the country, I am seeing politicians who are making a living...
View ArticleWashington County GOP delegates say no to caucus
Washington County Republican Party delegates voted down a motion Saturday to change the long-standing tradition of an open primary and instead move to a caucus, in which delegates would nominate...
View ArticleCity schools make technology advances with new app, more
Johnson City parents and students on the go can now receive information from their schools on their mobile devices via a new app that debuted this school year. City schools Technology Coordinator...
View Article9-year-old Carter Co. fiddler scheduled to perform on ‘Leno’ Thursday night
ELIZABETHTON — He may only be 9 years old, but local talent Fiddlin’ Carson Peters is getting noticed. On Thursday night, he will perform on the “Tonight Show with Jay Leno.” Peters’ grandfather,...
View ArticleCounty attorney Rambo named to fill chancellor's post
The wait for Gov. Bill Haslam to appoint the next 1st Judicial District chancellor is over, and John Rambo was selected to fill that position. “I have been appointed,” Rambo said. “I found out on my...
View ArticleA family dynasty gives up The Washington Post
WASHINGTON — The newspaper forever known for Deep Throat and the unraveling of a presidency had a quieter distinction, too: a family's ownership through thick and thin, seemingly as immutable as the...
View ArticlePolice say irate customer on drugs put NE Tennessee McDonald’s on ‘lockdown’
ROGERSVILLE — The Rogersville McDonald’s restaurant went on lockdown early Monday morning when a teen, who was allegedly very high on drugs, became irate after demanding a refund on a drive-thru...
View ArticleCherokee Road Sinkhole
TDOT personnel work to fill a 16+ foot deep sinkhole that opened up Monday afternoon in the middle of Cherokee Road/TN Highway 67 at the intersection of Cherokee Road and Casey Ln.
View ArticleReport: Childhood obesity rates fell in 18 states
ATLANTA (AP) — A new government report is the first evidence of a national decline in childhood obesity, health officials said Tuesday.In 18 states, there were at least slight declines in obesity for...
View ArticleOutdoor events abound at Highlands Fest
The streets of picturesque downtown Abingdon, Va., will be bustling with arts and crafts, musical performances and other family-friendly activities this week as the 65th Annual Virginia Highlands...
View ArticleEvent: Dive, Ride, & Stride Kid's Triathlon in Johnson City
Dive, Ride, & Stride Kid's Triathlon in Johnson CitySaturday, August 24, 2013Join us for the first annual Dive, Ride, & Stride Kid's Triathlon!This is a great way to introduce your...
View ArticleDistrict attorney: State will not pursue remaining charges against former...
District Attorney General Tony Clark announced Tuesday he has decided not to try former Unicoi County sheriff Kent Harris on outstanding felony charges.In a news release issued by Clark's...
View ArticleStorytelling to again be big part of Umoja
Whether you just want to sit and listen, or actually get on stage to tell your own tale, the East Tennessee State University Gazebo Storytelling Stage at this year’s 17th annual Umoja Festival has a...
View ArticleHorse’s death likely to bring owner charges
A Jonesborough man is facing an animal cruelty charge related to a horse he owned that died from poor upkeep. Animal Control Officer Wayne Thomas confirmed he began an investigation about a sick horse...
View ArticleWoman reportedly stole, forged checks
A Jonesborough woman was arrested Saturday following a three-month investigation into a report of forged checks, according to a JCPD news release. According to the release, officers received the...
View ArticleWashington County Mayor Dan Eldridge laments Rambo’s departure
On Nov. 1, 2012, John Rambo became Washington County’s first full-time, in-house attorney. He stayed in that position for only 10 months, accepting Gov. Bill Haslam’s appointment as the next 1st...
View Article10 things to know today from across the nation and around the world
1. FIRST CRIMINAL CHARGES FILED IN BENGHAZI ATTACKThe AP reports a sealed complaint in Washington named a Libyan militia head and others in the September embassy attack that killed four Americans.2....
View ArticleStores with past Powerball winners lure crowds for $425M jackpot
DES MOINES, Iowa — Ticketholders aren't the only ones who benefit from a win like the one expected in Wednesday's Powerball drawing, estimated at $425 million so far. Stores known for selling winning...
View ArticleCANCELED: Obama says no to meetings with Putin amid tensions over Snowden asylum
LOS ANGELES — In a rare diplomatic rebuke, President Barack Obama on Wednesday canceled his Moscow summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin.The decision reflected both U.S. anger over Russia's...
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