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Ballad Health

HVMC trauma center will transition on Oct. 1

‘We are pleased with the progress underway and the work of our physician-led steering committee to create a safe and deliberate transition plan,” Ballad Health said in a statement. “We agree transitioning HVMC first is what’s best for patient care. Further reinforcing this decision, recent staffing changes among our trauma surgeons at HVMC have made it imperative that we stick to the October 1 time frame. We are working to ensure we have the necessary trauma physician and team coverage in place at HVMC in the meantime to reinforce patient safety.”

Jul 12, 2019 at 9:37 PM
Norton City Manager Fred Ramey explains details of renovations to the future home of Sugar Hill Cidery on Park Avenue. Cidery owner Jennifer Bailey said the restaurant and cidery is on track to open before Aug. 17.
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‘A thousand details’ coming together for Norton cidery’s August opening

Almost two years after Greg and Jennifer Bailey considered branching out from a successful brewery and restaurant in St. Paul, the cidery is at the point where cider making tanks are ready for installation in the back of a former car dealership.

Jul 12, 2019 at 2:02 PM
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Sullivan County Property Taxes

Sullivan Commission approves budget, 2-cent tax increase

The two-cent tax increase equals: $5 on a $100,000 home. The budget includes funding for 10 new jail employees, school resource officers for all county schools, and a 2 percent pay raise for county employees.

Jul 10, 2019 at 11:30 PM
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Sunday Stories

Englewood Lawn & Landscapes: Responsible stewardship with spectacular landscapes

With the mantra of proper horticultural practices in place, Tim and the staff of certified professionals at Englewood Lawn & Landscapes are equipped to provide clients with sustainable landscapes that add to the look and value of their homes and businesses.

Jul 8, 2019 at 10:37 AM
In this Tuesday, June 4, 2019 photo, job applicants line up at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood during a job fair in Hollywood, Fla. On Friday, July 5, the U.S. government issues the June jobs report. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
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US adds solid 224,000 jobs; Fed rate cut may be less certain

The strength of the jobs report the government issued Friday could complicate a decision for the Federal Reserve late this month on whether to cut interest rates to help support the economy.

Jul 5, 2019 at 6:00 PM
Rhoton & Smith carries a huge selection of furniture, including La-Z-Boy, Broyhill, Tempur-Pedic, Bassett and Vaughn.
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Sunday Stories

Customers come first at family-owned Rhoton & Smith

Founded in 1964 by Lee and Dorcas Smith and John and Ethel Rhoton, this has been a family-owned and family-run business since the beginning.

Jul 5, 2019 at 4:30 PM
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Leadership Tennessee

Ballad Health's Deaton named to Leadership Tennessee class

Ballad Health executive Eric Deaton has been named to the 2019-2020 class of Leadership Tennessee, a program that brings leaders from across the state together to engage in collaborative, non-partisan dialogue on issues of statewide importance.

Jul 3, 2019 at 7:00 PM
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Weigel's

New Weigel's is open in Kingsport

The new Allandale Weigel’s store is open for business at 4401 W. Stone Drive. Fresh Weigel’s milk continues to be delivered locally from Weigel’s Powell, Tenn., dairy. All Weigel’s milk is from local East Tennessee dairy farmers and is delivered from farm-to-store within 24 hours. 

Jul 2, 2019 at 6:00 PM
The Blake at Kingsport, the highly-anticipated assisted living facility located at 915 Holston Hills Drive near Colonial Heights, will offer unique and specialized activities each month.
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The Blake at Kingsport: Love Where You Live

The Blake at Kingsport, opening soon at 915 Holston Hills Drive near Colonial Heights, will offer unique and specialized activities each month.

Jul 1, 2019 at 10:52 AM
ReVIDA CEO Lee Dilworth noted the holidays can be difficult for people battling addiction.
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ReVIDA Recovery

The Hotline

ReVIDA Recovery is rolling out a hotline for patients who need to reach a physician or counselor outside of business hours during the July 4 holiday period and during weekends.

Jul 1, 2019 at 8:00 AM
Ballad Health protesters gather outside Holston Valley Medical Center. One of them, Dani Cook, now has limited access to the hospital because of disrupting patient care, according to a Ballad Health announcement.
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Ballad Health

Ballad limits access of 'disruptive' protester at HVMC

When asked who the individual was, a Ballad Health spokeswoman confirmed it was Dani Cook, who has led that protest in person and on social media.

Jun 28, 2019 at 2:30 PM
ECU, elected officials and others cut the ribbon on the 60,000 square-foot new Support Center.
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Eastman Credit Union

New ECU Support Center open to serve members

KINGSPORT — The ribbon was cut Thursday on the largest building in Eastman Credit Union’s portfolio - a 60,000 square-foot ECU Support Center. Since the project was announced two years ago, ECU President and CEO Olan Jones said the credit union has added 40,000 members and $1 billion in assets.

Jun 27, 2019 at 7:00 PM
A Delta flight had to be towed to an apron after its brakes locked up before takeoff. Passengers were loaded into the van at left.
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Tri-Cities Airport

Brakes on outgoing Delta flight lock up at the TRI

A scheduled Delta flight taking off from Tri-Cities Airport around 8 a.m. had to be aborted when the plane’s brakes locked up, Deputy Airport Director David Jones told Airport Authority commissioners at their Thursday meeting.

Jun 27, 2019 at 11:24 AM
From left, new NETWORKS Vice Chairman David Wagner, former NETWORKS Chairman Carolyn Ferrell, NETWORKS CEO Clay Walker and incoming NETWORKS Chairman Bill Sumner celebrate Ferrell's service to the NETWORKS board.
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NETWORKS Sullivan Partnership

NETWORKS honors Ferrell, selects Sumner to lead economic development group

BLOUNTVILLE — Leadership is changing on the NETWORKS Sullivan Partnership board of directors. NETWORKS celebrated outgoing Chairman Carolyn Ferrell at the organization’s June 12 board meeting. Ferrell has held leadership roles on the board for six years.

Jun 27, 2019 at 11:03 AM
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Sullivan County Commission

Sullivan County budget: no plan in sight

The county’s fiscal year begins July 1. The Sullivan County Commission must submit a budget and tax rate to the state no later than August 31 or risk losing state funding — and potentially being shut down.

Updated Jun 27, 2019 at 9:21 AM
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