Hawkins deputy discontinues chase due to safety concerns

HCSO Sgt. Bobby Moffitt had recognized the driver as Dana Alvis Trent Jr., and Trent was arrested by Deputy Stacy Vaughan later that same morning.

Today at 12:34 PM

Christian rapper Aaron Cole will perform a free concert in Kingsport this week.

Faith

Christian rapper to perform free concert in Kingsport

Known for “One More Day” and “Right on Time” featuring TobyMac, Aaron Cole is a Dove Award Artist of the Year nominee. A native of Bristol, Virginia, Cole will release his newest project, “Not By Chance,” on Aug. 30.

Today at 11:45 AM

10-year-old Colt Thomas stands with his cow, Silk, after winning the showmanship award at the Appalachian Fair Monday. Photo: Jonathan Roberts/Johnson City Press

Farm fresh: Youngsters celebrate victories at Appalachian Fair Junior Beef Show

Colt Thomas was well-prepared for Monday’s Beef Showmanship competition at the Appalachian Fair — something he proved when he won Showmanship in his class. The thing is, Thomas is just 10 years old.

Today at 11:10 AM

Hawkins County EMS

Proposal eliminates Hawkins EMS franchise, creates joint venture with county

Hawkins County EMS has struggled to keep employees, but a proposal to would eliminate the county ambulance three-franchise renewal process might have the intended effect of helping HCEMS retain staff.

Updated Today at 9:25 AM

Hawkins County Sheriff's Office

Police say photo of Hawkins man pointing gun at wife's head was texted to son

A Hawkins County woman reportedly texted her son a photo Friday of his father pointing a gun at her head, setting off a HCSO manhunt Friday afternoon in the Clinch Valley community.

Yesterday at 10:00 PM

Romans 1:16 says, "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth".

Unashamed

Christian prayer rally, march, this Saturday in downtown Kingsport

“We want people to know the main reason we are doing this is because our country, and our community, we need to pray. We are not doing this in response because of some other event that may be going on in our community.” - Evangelist preacher Tyler McMullins speaking about “Unashamed,” a worship service and prayer rally at the Kingsport Farmers Market — followed by a prayer march to Church Circle.

Updated Yesterday at 9:05 PM

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Adams coaching case moves to federal court

The legal fight between former John I. Burton football coach James Adams and the Norton School Board moved to federal court Monday.

Yesterday at 9:00 PM

Gas Prices

Gas prices still falling as demand hits all-time high

Tennessee’s average gas price is $2.33 per gallon for regular unleaded, which is 5 cents below last week’s average, 20 cents less than a month ago and 28 cents less than one year ago, AAA reported.

Yesterday at 7:15 PM

Civics 101

Can you answer these geography questions from U.S. citizenship test?

When an immigrant applies to become a U.S. citizen, they must answer 10 questions from a potential list of 100. Here are some examples of the section on geography.

Yesterday at 6:00 PM

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Weaver pleads not guilty in Kingsport dental office murder case

According to the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office, Harry Weaver was going through a divorce with his wife, Kelly Weaver, age 52. She had obtained a restraining order against him, but on the morning of Feb. 13 he arrived at her place of employment, David A. Guy Dentistry in Colonial Heights.

Yesterday at 3:09 PM

Volunteer High School

Volunteer band earns prestigious Tennessee Bandmaster Sweepstakes Award

“The award that you're looking at tonight is a culmination of hard work from many former students, current students, band boosters, staff, and I thank all of them for this hard work.” — band director Chris Andies

Updated Yesterday at 12:56 PM

Eastman scholarship

Women urged to apply for new Eastman scholarship at WGU Tennessee

KINGSPORT — If you are a woman with an Eastman Chemical Company job or connection and are ready and willing to finish your bachelor’s degree online, there could be some money coming your way.

Updated Yesterday at 11:32 AM

Dr. Zach Sumpter, his wife Elizabeth and their two daughters love exploring the outdoors

Sunday Stories

Dr. Zachary Sumpter: Continuity, prevention go hand-in-hand

Dr. Zach Sumpter, who is now accepting patients at Mountain Region Family Medicine, says his interest in family medicine grew out of his passion for continuity of care for patients.

Yesterday at 11:19 AM

Donations will be collected during a free Labor Day concert at Rogersville's Crockett Creek Park to help pay for restoration of the 1790s Rogers Tavern, which is located adjacent to the park.

Rogersville Heritage Association

Free Labor Day concert scheduled for Rogersville's Crockett Creek Park

The public is invited to bring a blanket, a lawn chair and a picnic lunch to Rogersville's Crockett Creek Park on Labor Day and enjoy a benefit concert to restore one of the city's oldest occupants.

Yesterday at 9:30 AM