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The Erwin Board of Mayor and Aldermen on Monday appointed Tony Buchanan as the town’s new chief of police. Buchanan has served as interim chief since the firing of former chief Regan Tilson. The...

Potential legal issues remain in Hawkins County after county commissioners did not vote on a settlement allowing crypto company ExoticRidge to begin construction and operate in Bulls Gap. Hawkins County citizens applauded as no...

Virginia state lawmakers are considering legislation that would put more restrictions on firearms. Virginia House Bill 217 would ban certain magazines and semi-automatic firearms and add restrictions on firearm ownership. Under the bill, the import,...

First responders in Sullivan County have partnered with the Sullivan County Animal Shelter to outfit themselves with microchip scanners for pets. Animal shelter leadership said first responders are often the first to come across...