Juvenile Court Cases Could See Changes
A bill that has been proposed in the Tennessee General Assembly would initially assign criminal cases involving all 17-year-olds to adult court. Those opposing the bill say it will increase the Criminal Court caseload. Under the terms of the so-called transfer bill, certain juveniles younger than 17 years of age, and all 17-year-olds, would automatically […]
Read MoreRoad Funding Drive Underway
A roads funding push by Governor Bill Lee that would allow express toll lanes to be built on some highways in Tennessee and would increase fees on drivers with electric or hybrid vehicles, cleared a key hurdle with state lawmakers on Monday. The Senate voted to advance what has been a top priority of the […]
Read MoreTarwater Confirmed
Tennessee lawmakers have confirmed Dwight Tarwater to serve on the state’s highest court starting this summer. Tarwater will replace outgoing Justice Sharon Lee upon her retirement on Aug. 31. Justice Lee announced in November that she would retire from the Tennessee Supreme Court after serving on the bench since 2008, when she was appointed by […]
Read MoreToday Is Day Of Hope
Today is a “Day of Hope” in Greene County and across Tennessee. In fact, today is being celebrated statewide as Tennessee’s Day of Hope. According to the Tennessee Department of Mental Health And Substance Abuse Services, hope of a better tomorrow is a source of strength and motivation to continue the work to overcome the […]
Read MoreDisaster Declaration Approved
A disaster declaration has been approved by the federal government for the state of Tennessee following the frigid winter weather we had back around Christmas. Federal Emergency Management Agency assistance will be made available to augment state, local and tribal recovery efforts in areas affected by the severe winter storm from December 22nd through the […]
Read MoreShooting Investigation Continues
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is continuing the investigation into that officer-involved shooting that took place early Sunday in Greene County, ending with the death of one man. 37-year-old Joshua Baker was shot and killed by deputies after he shot a woman outside a house on Bolton Road. The name of the woman has not […]
Read MoreActivities Mark Severe Weather Week
Here in Tennessee, we are more than a little familiar with the dangers of severe weather. Flooding, severe storms, frigid temperatures, and yes… even tornados… can impact our weather here in Tennessee. It was back in April 2011 when a devastating series of tornadoes struck Greene County, leaving 8 people dead, many others injured, and […]
Read MoreLt. Governor Recovering After Surgery
Tennessee Lt. Gov. and Senate Speaker Randy McNally is recovering after having a pacemaker inserted. McNally checked into Vanderbilt University Medical Center last week after experiencing symptoms of an irregular heartbeat. He said tests indicated he would need a pacemaker and later issued an update, saying that surgery on Friday to implant the device was […]
Read MoreFlag Passing
On Tuesday, Kingsport firefighters handed off one of three flags that are traveling across Tennessee to Johnson City firefighters in support of the Dustin Samples Act. It was all part of an effort by local firefighters to urge lawmakers to help their fellow firefighters who are dealing with PTSD. The flag now is on its […]
Read MoreGovernor Unveils Budget Proposal
Governor Bill Lee on Monday unveiled a $55.6 billion state budget proposal stocked with cash for roads, state parks, tax cuts for businesses, state employee pay boosts and more. The plan also fuels a number of areas to benefit health coverage for low-income women and children, and is boosted by better-than-expected revenues. It comes in […]
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