Halloween Candy Prices Deliver a Scare
The scariest thing about Halloween this year may be the candy bill, as the cost of treats gives shoppers something to scream about…
Read MoreIsrael Votes in Pivotal Election
Israelis head to the polls today in an election many believe is one of the most consequential in the country’s history…
Read MoreThird Tractor Trailer Rollover Reported at Tusculum Intersection
A tractor-trailer overturned late Monday while turning from the Tusculum Bypass onto East Andrew Johnson Highway. It was the third similar crash at that intersection since August. The truck came to rest on the highway’s shoulder. Other rollovers happened August 7 and October 2. Tusculum volunteer firefighters, state troopers, transportation crews and Greene County deputies […]
Read MoreTusculum approves contract for license plate cameras
Tusculum leaders unanimously approved a yearlong contract Monday for four license plate reader cameras following a 90-day trial. Police Chief Danny Greene says the cameras have helped solve several crimes. The cameras photograph vehicles entering the city and will operate at no cost to Tusculum under an existing agreement.
Read MoreDeputies fatally shoot wanted man in Kingsport
Four Sullivan County deputies fatally shot a wanted man Sunday morning at Kingsport’s City View Apartments. Authorities say 30-year-old Joshua Delp produced a weapon when deputies arrived to serve warrants. He died at the scene. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is investigating and will submit its findings to the District Attorney.
Read MoreOld Blue Springs Day honors Overmountain Men in Mosheim
Mosheim’s Old Blue Springs Day brought Revolutionary War history to life Saturday. Greene County historian Tim Massey and historical interpreter Steve Ricker portrayed Overmountain Men at Historic Blue Springs Lutheran Church, recounting their 1780 march to Kings Mountain. The church’s exterior restoration is complete, with work now turning to the interior.
Read MoreKingsport police arrest man after two stabbed on I-26
Kingsport police arrested 21-year-old Wiley Tester after they say he stabbed two fellow passengers in a car on Interstate 26 Friday. The victims, ages 18 and 22, were taken to Holston Valley Medical Center. Police say the driver ordered Tester out of the car, and officers arrested him shortly afterward.
Read MoreBrightspeed reports another copper wire theft
Brightspeed reported another copper wire theft in Greene County this week. About 500 feet of fiber optic wire was cut and stolen in a wooded area between East Andrew Johnson Highway and Heritage Road South. The theft happened sometime between Monday and Wednesday, and the wire was valued at $25,000.
Read MoreBoys & Girls Club holds 27th annual celebrity auction
The Boys & Girls Club of Greeneville & Greene County held its 27th annual celebrity auction Saturday at its new East Vann Road location. Items included signed sports memorabilia, vacation packages and a donated riding mower. Silent auction winners will be notified soon, with the fundraising total expected in the coming days.
Read MoreGreene County early voting total tops 6,300
Greene County voters cast 690 ballots Friday, bringing the nine-day early voting total to 6,316. Early voting continues through Oct. 29 at the Election Commission office, 311 CCU Boulevard, Suite 1. The office is open Monday until 4:30 p.m. Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3, at voters’ usual precincts.
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