May 29, 2026
News
EMS displays new ambulance for commissioners
As the only EMS licensed to Hamblen County Morristown-Hamblen EMS operates a fleet of 10 ambulances, six at peak times.
Demand for cruises appears undimmed despite hantavirus and other onboard outbreaks
Recent outbreaks of hantavirus and norovirus on cruise ships are making headlines, but they’re unlikely to dim the growing popularity of vacation cruises, according to industry representatives and travel experts.
Hamblen E-9-1-1 announces non-emergency numbers
Hamblen County Emergency Communications (9-1-1) is announcing the launch of new telephone numbers dedicated exclusively to administrative calls, non emergency inquiries, and alarm company reporting.
Wilson Livestock Market receives $100K grant
House Republican Caucus Chairman Jeremy Faison (R-Cosby) announced this week $100,000 in grant funding was awarded to the Wilson Livestock Market.
Trial begins for former Virginia assistant principal after 6-year-old student shot teacher
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (AP) — Jury selection began Monday in the trial of a former assistant principal in Virginia accused of ignoring warnings that a 6-yearold student brought a loaded gun to school that was later used to shoot his first grade teacher.
Lincoln Heights celebrates 50 years of memories, community and school pride
For one evening, the halls of Lincoln Heights Middle School were filled with something even bigger than nostalgia.
Hamblen BOE to hold Special Budget Meeting
The Hamblen County Board of Education will have a special called budget work session at 5 p.m. on Tuesday to discuss the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget.
Hamblen Departments present budget requests
The Hamblen County Departments presented budgetary requests for Fiscal Year 2027 in an all-day meeting increase Saturday at the Courthouse.
City considers 6-cent tax increase to maintain fire rating
A six-cent property tax proposal was unveiled at the City of Morristown’s budget workshop on Friday aimed at addressing a desire to maintain the city’s elite fire coverage status.