Tenth straight day of 1,000-plus COVID-19 infections for Tennessee

In Northeast Tennessee, Washington County posted the highest one-day increase in the region with 16 cases for a pandemic total of 165 and no deaths.

Today at 8:40 PM

Streamworks

STREAMWORKS going all virtual due to pandemic

The program, emphasizing STEM or science, technology, engineering and math education, is ending in-person instruction effective July 31 because in-person instruction will be challenging for the foreseeable future.

Today at 7:30 PM

J. H. OSBORNE

In 2092, will someone find me in the 2020 census?

The United States conducts a census, as outlined in the Constitution, every 10 years. But federal law requires no information about individual respondents be made public for 72 years.

Today at 3:35 PM

Police

The challenges of modern day police departments

The Kingsport Police Department is looking to fill 10 positions with its latest job opening session. More than 120 people recently applied to fill those positions.

Today at 1:15 PM

Lucy Fleming's last day with the Kingsport Chamber was June 30. That evening a small party in her honor took place at Model City Tap House on Main Street. Fleming, front center hoisting drink and wearing solid red mask (and her "I Survived Fun Fest t-shirt that dates back to 1992), said it was a fitting spot to end her work, as the building formerly was home to the Chamber and the business is in the general area of her first workspace.

Fun Fest

Lucy Fleming retires after 28 years with Fun Fest

Lucy Fleming began as a volunteer worker in 1992 and became Fun Fest director in 2000.

Today at 12:00 PM

For the first time since 1986 there was no Fourth of July Celebration in Rogersville, but the community still came out in force to celebrate the nation’s birthday and express its patriotism with the annual Fourth of July Parade.

Rogersville Fourth of July Parade

PHOTO GALLERY: Rogersville Fourth of July Parade

For the first time since 1986 there was no Fourth of July Celebration in Rogersville, but the community still came out in force to celebrate the nation’s birthday and express its patriotism with the annual Fourth of July Parade.

Today at 9:30 AM

For the first time since 1986 there was no Fourth of July Celebration in Rogersville, but the community still came out in force Friday evening to enjoy cool cars and live music during the historic downtown Cruise In on the eve of the Fourth of July.

Rogersville Fourth of July Cruise-In

PHOTO GALLERY: Big crowd enjoys cool cars on a hot night at Rogersville Cruise-In

For the first time since 1986 there was no Fourth of July Celebration in Rogersville, but the community still came out in force Friday evening to enjoy cool cars and live music during the historic downtown Cruise In on the eve of the Fourth of July.

Today at 9:00 AM

Words of Comfort

Move into the light

Sitting on the front porch swing and facing east at the dawning of day, one can catch a glimpse of God’s created glory.

Today at 8:15 AM

Sunday Stories

Community rallies to support seniors on lockdown with classic car parade

For many of the folks who call The Laurels home, parades are one of the few opportunities they have to see anyone other than residents or staff.

Jul 4, 2020 at 6:15 PM

Waters State Community College

Walters State to offer mix of in-person, hybrid, virtual and online courses

Walters State Community College’s fall semester will start Aug. 24.

Jul 4, 2020 at 3:45 PM

COVID-19 in Tennessee

Tennessee sees ninth straight day of 1,000-plus COVID-19 infections Saturday

Tennessee saw a ninth consecutive day of 1,000-plus new COVID-19 cases Saturday, with 27 of those in Northeast Tennessee.

Jul 4, 2020 at 3:39 PM

Beginning Monday the wearing of protective masks will be mandatory in all courthouses within the Third Judicial District, including Hawkins, Hamblen, Greene and Hancock counties, at least until Aug. 1.

Hawkins County Justice Center

Courthouse mask rule that begins Monday may deplete Hawkins clerk's supply

Beginning Monday, the wearing of protective masks will be mandatory in all courthouses within the Third Judicial District, including Hawkins, Hamblen, Greene and Hancock counties, at least until Aug. 1.

Jul 4, 2020 at 1:15 PM

Library

Kingsport Public Library reopens next week with new safety measures

In an effort to minimize the risk to the public and staff during this stage, lingering or using the library as a meeting space will not be allowed.

Jul 4, 2020 at 12:00 PM

Top: Robert Logan Williams, Jason Nathaniel Andrews, and Sara Elizabeth Palmer. Bottom: Cameron Drake Condra and Brettnee Leigh Anne Hardee.

Hawkins County Sheriff's Office

Five charged in beating that left Hawkins man's skull fractured

Five defendants who allegedly entered a Hawkins County man's garage in March and either participated in, videoed, or watched a beating that fractured the victim's skull, are scheduled to appear in Hawkins County Sessions Court Monday.

Jul 4, 2020 at 9:30 AM