Search Planned for Missing Helene Victim on Nolichucky Island
Washington County rescue crews will search Jackson Island for Nancy Tucker as federal contractors remove storm debris beginning in September. Tucker disappeared nearly two years ago when Helene floodwaters destroyed her home. Her husband Jimmy’s body was found days later. The 80-acre island is the only area in the county that has not been searched. […]
Read MoreNo Injuries Reported in Hawkins County School Bus Accident
No injuries were reported after a Hawkins County school bus was involved in a minor traffic accident Tuesday. Hawkins County Schools says everyone aboard the bus was examined by a medical professional as a precaution. School officials have not released details about where the accident happened, how many students were on the bus or what […]
Read MoreChuckey Woman Charged After Alleged Gun Threat
40 year old Jerika D. Davis of Chuckey is charged with aggravated assault after allegedly threatening to shoot another woman. Washington County deputies responded to Pendleton Smith Road early Tuesday after two women accused Davis of stealing prescription medication from a vehicle. Investigators say Davis admitted displaying a handgun but claimed it was unloaded. Deputies […]
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