logo
MBI will provide at least two more design options for improving and expanding Sullivan County jail facilities, along with more exact cost estimates within the next month or so, County Mayor Richard Venable said. In this conceptual drawing, presented to county officials August 20: the white sections represent current structures, the five dark blue sections are new "pods" on the back of the current jail, the purple and green sections are proposed new operational support areas (kitchen, laundry, booking, storage, etc.) and the hot pink in the lower left represents a potential expansion to the jail "annex." In theory, with that expansion the "annex" would become a women-only jail.
josborne
Sullivan County Jail

If plan OK'd today, new Sullivan jail space would be two years out, cost $56M

Expansion of the Sullivan County Jail and its “annex” could cost between $40 and $56 million, or more. County officials likely to tour Georgia county’s jail to view design concept.

Aug 20, 2019 at 10:21 PM
kmays
Sports Live

Following busy summer, Union's Polier focused on senior year

Mason Polier has had a busy summer. The senior averaged going to two one-day showcases and high school camps every week during the summer months.

Aug 20, 2019 at 8:39 PM
Former presidential candidate and ex-Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee joked Donald Trump was not his first choice for president. "I was my first choice," he said.
hhayes
Bristol Community Prayer Breakfast

"Forget the things that are behind you," Huckabee says at Bristol prayer breakfast

You should look at where you're going rather than where you have been, former presidential candidate and ex-Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee told more than 700 business leaders and elected officials at a Bristol Community Prayer Breakfast on Tuesday.

Aug 20, 2019 at 7:30 PM
Hawkins County resident Scott Bloomquist shows the intensity which has led to over 600 career victories.
not logged in
Local racing

Bloomquist makes return to victory lane

Dirt track legend Scott Bloomquist has 604 victories over his racing career, but few are as special as the one last Friday night.

Aug 20, 2019 at 7:23 PM
ETSU’s Tyree Robinson (16), Jason Maduafokwa (49) and Jeremy Lewis (13) celebrate Robinson’s interception.
not logged in
ETSU Football

Bucs’ secondary gearing up for another big season

The back end of the East Tennessee State football team’s defense is out to prove it can match — or exceed — its stellar performance from last season.

Aug 20, 2019 at 7:08 PM
Work has been underway on The Cliffs at Boone Lake, a 200-lot, single-family subdivision at 887 Rangewood Road, for the last 8 months. Thomas Construction Company, Inc. is developing the lots, which have been purchased by D.R. Horton.
not logged in

200-lot, single-family subdivision coming to Piney Flats

Prospective homeowners in the market for a house by Boone Lake will soon have options in Piney Flats. Work has been underway on The Cliffs at Boone Lake, a 200-lot, single-family subdivision at 887 Rangewood Road, for the last eight months.

Aug 20, 2019 at 5:30 PM
The honorees from Cherokee are Mallie Cole, Laura Grace Jenkins and Grace Kelli Walker
not logged in
Sunday Stories

Three Cherokee students honored by Teen Board of Knoxville

The organization’s purpose is to get teenagers to work and take the lead in civic and welfare projects, and to lift their social and moral life to higher standards.

Aug 20, 2019 at 4:30 PM
This year's TriPride Parade and Festival will be held in downtown Kingsport. Shown here is a scene from last year's event in Johnson City.
rsmith

Large number of items banned from TriPride in Kingsport

City police have released a lengthy list of prohibited items for next month's TriPride Festival in Kingsport, including many materials that are typically abundant at downtown events.

Aug 20, 2019 at 3:03 PM
rsmith
featured

Ambulance incident at BMS nets child endangerment charge

At Bristol Motor Speedway, EMS personnel alerted police to a woman who had "snuck" into the back of an ambulance. The intoxicated female — who was accompanied by her 13-year-old son — refused to get out, stated that she "knows her rights" and demanded to be driven somewhere.

Aug 20, 2019 at 1:51 PM
Dana Alvis Trent
jbobo
Hawkins County Sheriff's Office

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.

Aug 20, 2019 at 12:34 PM
Christian rapper Aaron Cole will perform a free concert in Kingsport this week.
not logged in
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.

Aug 20, 2019 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
not logged in

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.

Aug 20, 2019 at 11:10 AM
no avatar
Sports Live

Upcoming Events as of Aug. 19

To submit an event, email [email protected], fax listing information to (423) 392-1385 or contact the Sports Department after 6 p.m. at (423) 392-1323 or 1-800-251-0328, ext. 4323.

Aug 20, 2019 at 10:30 AM
File photo of HCEMS's station on McKinney Avenue in Rogersville. 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.
jbobo
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 Aug 20, 2019 at 9:25 AM
Sullivan South’s Katie Watson smashes the ball during the Lady Rebels’ victory over Volunteer on Monday night in Church Hill.
not logged in
Sports Live

Sullivan South earns thrilling five-set win over Volunteer

New Volunteer head coach Tennille Green’s first coaching experience came against her alma mater, Sullivan South, on Monday night inside Volunteer High School.

Aug 20, 2019 at 12:35 AM
Kingsport Times News Videos