Johnson City's St. Mary's Catholic Church is located at 2211 E. Lakeview Dr.

St. Mary's Parish pays off their mortgage

St. Mary’s Parish, one of the oldest Catholic churches in the region, will be celebrating a major milestone after finally paying off their mortgage for their current house of worship, which currently has a registered membership of 1400 families after the congregation’s humble beginnings more than 110 years ago.

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Dear Abby

Teen weighs impact of joining school gay-straight alliance

DEAR ABBY: I’m 14, starting my freshman year in high school and, of course, will be joining lots of clubs to prepare for college. My best friend is gay, and when I asked her if she wanted to join any clubs together, she suggested the Gay-Straight Yesterday at 9:00 AM

United Way of Washington County

United Way kicks off $1.8 million drive

The United Way of Washington County launched its $1.8 million fall fundraising campaign Friday with a pep rally luncheon at Rotary Park.

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Dear Abby

Man questions his dating style after being cheated on twice

DEAR ABBY: I have been in two relationships. The first was with a girl a couple of years older than I am. We were together for several years before she cheated on me and dumped me. I was crushed. The next girl was a few years younger. She did the Aug 18, 2017 at 9:00 AM

Dozens gathered at Greater Love Church Thursday night for a night of prayer and peace that Pastor Mike Cummings said was organized with the goal of fostering solidarity rather than anger in the wake of the tragedy of Charlottesville.

Charlottesville

Greater Love Church holds peace gathering in the wake of Charlottesville tragedy

After Saturday’s violent clashes between white nationalists and counter-protestors in Charlottesville left 32-year-old anti-racist activist Heather Heyer dead, there is a strong sense of polarization throughout the country. Because of this strong sense of divide, local Pastor Mike Cummings held a night of prayer at Greater Love Church Thursday evening.

Updated Aug 17, 2017 at 10:23 PM

Roger, a 20-week-old gray male tabby with white legs who had quite a crowd when I visited. He is the epitome of “cute kitten,” and loved the attention, and should make a wonderful new addition to any family. You can visit these pets at the Washington County/Johnson City animal shelter at 3411 North Roan St., or visit them online at tailchaser.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.

pets of the week

Pets of the Week

There are plenty of people visiting the Washington County Animal Shelter these days. I’ve seen them.

Updated Aug 17, 2017 at 4:14 PM

You can visit these dogs at the Washington County/Johnson City animal shelter at 3411 North Roan St., or visit them online at tailchaser.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.

Washington County/Johnson City Animal Control

WCJC Animal Shelter, August 17 - VIDEO

It was another hot, muggy day this week at the Washington County Animal Shelter, and the animals inside feel that heat all day long. There’s not much in the way of air flow in the kennel area, but the staff does what they can.

Aug 17, 2017 at 3:37 PM

Dear Abby

With twins on the way, man still refuses to buy a ring

DEAR ABBY: I have been with my boyfriend for three years. I am pregnant with twins, and we already have a son together. His daughter lives with us as well. With this pregnancy coming to term, I keep throwing hints to him about us becoming engaged, Aug 17, 2017 at 9:00 AM

Remote Area Medical Clinic events are volunteer driven. Medical, dental and vision professionals from across the region and other parts of the country will gather at Bristol Motor Speedway to provide free care to the uninsured and the underinsured. Services include dental fillings, cleanings and extractions, eye exams and corrective eyewear, mammograms, hearing screenings and hearing aids, bone density screenings, pap smears, and general physical exams.

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Remote Area Medical clinic moves free health care event to Gray fairgrounds

On Wednesday, RAM leaders announced that the organization will come to the Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray from Nov. 3 - 5 starting at 6 a.m., with tickets distributed at 3 a.m.

Aug 16, 2017 at 11:12 PM

A sign advertises a pending residential real estate sale in Framingham, Mass., Thursday, April 26, 2012. The National Association of Realtors said the number of Americans who signed contracts to buy U.S. homes rose in March, the latest sign the battered housing market is slowly improving. (AP Photo/Bill Sikes)

housing market

Despite tight inventory, July home sales post record month

For the first time in four months, July single-family home sales in the Tri-Cities region surpassed the figure posted in the same month last year, but did so by the thinnest of margins.

Updated Aug 16, 2017 at 9:54 PM

The Meade Tractor Cornhole Classic will take place Friday and Saturday in the Fan Engagement Area at BMS. Qualifying rounds will start at noon on Friday and the championship will begin at 3 p.m. on Saturday.

Speedway Children's Charities

Night race delivers major boost to area children’s charities

The popularity of the August night race at Bristol Motor Speedway makes this week the most important of the year for the Bristol Chapter of Speedway Children’s Charities.

Updated Aug 16, 2017 at 9:54 PM

Dear Abby

Unapologetic mother continues affair with married boyfriend

DEAR ABBY: My mother is dating a married man, and this is not the first time. While I love her, I don’t think what she’s doing is right. This affair has been going on for years. I tried broaching the subject with her, but she said it’s her business and unless I’m helping to pay her bills, I don’t have the right to give my opinion.

Aug 16, 2017 at 11:33 AM

The group gathers for prayer in the shade of a tree at Unaka Elementary School.

Carter County Schools

Stoney Creek churches band together to pray for schools

ELIZABETHTON — Following a tradition that began in 2015, five Stoney Creek churches came together on Sunday, the day before the new school year started, to pray for the children, staff and everyone involved with each local school.

Updated Aug 15, 2017 at 8:59 PM