Tri-Cities Alternative
The Kingsport Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution opposing Governor Bill Lee’s proposed school voucher plan with some members criticizing alleged “political posturing” and “extortion.” The resolution was approved in a 4–0 vote...
Due to increased flu and norovirus cases, Ballad Health is extending its temporary visitation restrictions and staff mask mandate. The health system announced Tuesday that both will be extended until January 21. Ballad employees and...
The Johnson City, Jonesborough and Washington County Chamber held its 110th annual meeting Tuesday and made a change in leadership. The meeting was held at the D.P. Culp Student Center on East Tennessee State...
A bomb squad team from Johnson City had to be called in to the Washington County Justice Center after a homemade improvised explosive device was found in a prisoner’s belongings. James Thomas Clay, 29,...
Johnson City investigators said a Florida woman stole another’s identity to obtain a loan of more than $60,000 to purchase a vehicle. A city police report said a credit union saw red flags when...
The Mountain City Board of Mayor and Aldermen has moved toward raising water and sewer rates following the closure of the Parkdale Mills Plant. According to Mayor Jerry Jordan, the plant was the second...