Tusculum Ruritan Club Nears Formation
Plans for a Tusculum Ruritan Club are moving forward after organizers collected 13 signatures Monday. Sixteen charter members are required to establish the club. The group’s next meeting is October 6 at 6:30 p.m. at Tusculum City Hall.
Read MoreHeritage Community Bank Announces Merger
Heritage Community Bank of Greeneville and UBank’s parent company have approved a merger. The combined company will operate as UBank, while Heritage branches retain their name. The deal requires regulatory and shareholder approval and is expected to close early next year.
Read MoreGreene County Man Seriously Injured in ATV Crash
A Greene County man suffered suspected major injuries in an ATV crash early Saturday on Rabbit Gap Road. Tyler Stroud was reportedly thrown from the side-by-side before it landed on him. He was airlifted to Johnson City Medical Center.
Read MoreHuman Remains Found Near Jackson Island
Human remains believed to be those of a Hurricane Helene victim have been found near Jackson Island in Washington County. The remains were taken to East Tennessee State University for identification. Nancy Tucker is the only local resident still missing from the storm, but officials say they will not assume an identity.
Read MoreSullivan County Deputies Investigate Kingsport-Area Stabbing
The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a stabbing reported Thursday night on Holiday Hills Road near Kingsport. Deputies found a man who had been stabbed several times after refusing to surrender his vehicle keys. His injuries were not life-threatening. The bearded suspect reportedly fled in an SUV.
Read MoreWanted Greene County Man Arrested With Drugs
Mt. Juliet police arrested a 44 year old Chuckey man wanted in Greene County for a probation violation. Police say he briefly tried to escape and was carrying more than 70 grams of fentanyl, 40 grams of methamphetamine and eight grams of crack cocaine.
Read MoreSeptember 11 Exhibit Opens at Tusculum University
A new exhibit examining the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks is open through Sept. 18 at Tusculum University’s Clem Allison Gallery. Developed by the 9/11 Memorial and Museum, the exhibit features 14 posters detailing the attacks, recovery efforts and personal stories from witnesses and survivors.
Read MoreWork Begins on Kinser Park Improvements
Construction is underway on more than $1 million in grant-funded improvements at Kinser Park. The project includes a new playground, adult fitness stations, ADA-accessible walkways and a 36-hole disc golf course. Construction is expected to take about eight weeks, with playground equipment scheduled to arrive in October.
Read MoreGreeneville Police Investigate Crashes and Make Arrest
Greeneville police are searching for a driver who abandoned a pickup after crashing down an embankment near Rainbow Circle Wednesday. In a separate crash, Mary Whaley suffered minor injuries when her SUV struck a tree. Police also arrested Katherine Kay Davis on a Sullivan County probation violation warrant.
Read MoreBaileyton Seeks Applicants for Two Board Vacancies
Baileyton is accepting applications for two vacant seats on its Board of Mayor and Aldermen after no candidates filed for the August election. Applicants must be at least 18 and have lived in Baileyton for two years. Those interested should contact Town Hall.
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