Record Numbers Expected To Travel For The Holidays
Travel experts are predicting record numbers for the Thanksgiving and Christmas travel season. Katie Gray reports which days are anticipated to be the busiest…
Read MoreWinter Is Knocking On The Door
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the East Tennessee and Western North Carolina Mountains from 7 p.m. Thursday to 10 a.m. Friday. The National Weather Service warns of potential snow accumulations ranging from one to three inches in higher elevations. Drivers should be prepared for winter conditions and possible travel disruptions during the […]
Read MoreETSU Employees Getting Pay Hike
The East Tennessee State University Board of Trustees has approved a pay raise for all full-time employees eligible for benefits. The university’s minimum hourly wage will be set at $15, with a 3% increase for current employees. The move is aimed at enhancing compensation for ETSU’s workforce, helping to support employees with growing financial needs.
Read MoreTennessee Jobless Numbers Tick Up
Tennessee’s unemployment rate edged up slightly in October, reaching 3.3%, up from 3.4% in September. Despite this small increase, the state remains below the national rate of 4.1%. Earlier this year, the state recorded its lowest-ever unemployment rate of 3.0%. County-level unemployment data will be available next week.
Read MoreNew Farm Bill Sought
Congress is now in what is called a “Lame Duck” session and many farmers in Tennessee and North Carolina want lawmakers to turn their focus to passing a new farm bill. Rebecca Hughes explains…
Read MoreDarius Rucker To Perform Live Saturday At East Tennessee State University Football Game
Darius Rucker will perform live at East Tennessee State University’s football game this Saturday. The country star, well known for his hit “Wagon Wheel,” will take the stage at the end of the third quarter during the game against Western Carolina. The song, which references Johnson City, has been played at the end of each […]
Read MoreI-40 Near Pigeon River Gorge Will Open With Limits By New Year’s Day
The North Carolina Department of Transportation has announced that one lane in each direction of I-40 near the Pigeon River Gorge will reopen by New Year’s Day. This will allow access between North Carolina and Tennessee. The temporary fix comes after Hurricane Helene caused significant damage to the highway, leaving parts of it impassable. While […]
Read MoreHoliday Shopping Has Begun
Some folks have already begun and some will wait until the last minute, but the National Retail Federation says holiday shopping will still be big this year. Rebecca Hughes with more…
Read MoreFall Back This Weekend
This weekend, it’s time to fall back as we gain an hour. More from Liz Kennedy…
Read MoreBye Bye Daylight Saving Time
This Sunday, its that time again when we all will need to reset our clocks. Katie Gray reports…
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