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Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Bristol Virginia News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Bristol and the Twin Cities region of Southwest Virginia and Northeast Tennessee. From local government and public safety to business developments, transportation, healthcare, and community events across Bristol and the surrounding Appalachian Highlands, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, part of the tight-knit border community, or simply…
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Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jessica Means Set to Win District One | Bristol Virginia News
Jessica Means Set to Win District One | Bristol Virginia News
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Anita Hodges-Taylor Returns to GOP Leadership | Bristol Virginia News
Anita Hodges-Taylor is back in her seat as Republican State Executive Committeewoman for District Three, securing her third term after defeating Stephanie…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Shawn Brown Wins Johnson County Sheriff's Race | Bristol Virginia News
Shawn Brown, a seasoned law enforcement veteran and current chief deputy, has won the Johnson County sheriff’s race, defeating longtime incumbent Clifton…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Patty Woodby Returns as Carter County Mayor | Bristol Virginia News
Patty Woodby is back in the mayor’s seat for Carter County after a hard-fought election against three independents, marking her return to office since 2020…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wooten Unseats Ervin on School Board | Bristol Virginia News
Mary Grace Wooten has won a historic victory on the Washington County Board of Education, defeating incumbent Keith Ervin in a race that exposed deep tensions…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Jerri Green Secures Democratic Nomination | Bristol Virginia News
Jerri Green has clinched the Democratic nomination for Tennessee governor with a commanding 70% of the vote, setting the stage for a high-stakes showdown…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rusty Crowe Locks In Senate Seat | Bristol Virginia News
Rusty Crowe, Tennessee’s political veteran with over 30 years in office, just locked down his spot in the state senate after a landslide Republican primary…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kristi Burke Challenges Harshbarger | Bristol Virginia News
Kristi Burke just won the Democratic nomination in Tennessee’s First Congressional District, setting up a high-stakes showdown with Republican incumbent Diana…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tennessee Officials Run Private Tournaments | Bristol Virginia News
Two top Greeneville officials—former parks director and current athletics director—used town facilities for private tournaments, secretly running them through…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rain or Shine This Week | Bristol Virginia News
Get ready for a wet and wild week ahead—clouds, scattered showers, and thunderstorms are the name of the game, with temps climbing into the 80s. Rain chances…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bristol Racing Dates Set for 2027 | Bristol Virginia News
Bristol Motor Speedway just unveiled its 2027 NASCAR Cup Series schedule, bringing back the Bass Pro Shops Night Race to its beloved August slot after a long…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tennessee Schools Fight Hate and Phones | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee lawmakers are stepping up to combat hate in schools by teaching students to recognize and reject discrimination, especially after troubling…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tennessee Governor’s Race Heats Up | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee Republicans are voting today to pick their governor nominee in one of the state’s most expensive races ever, with Marsha Blackburn and John Rose…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bays Mountain Park Free Day | Bristol Virginia News
Bays Mountain Park in Kingsport is throwing open its doors for free on August 16th, thanks to the Northeast Tennessee Association of Realtors covering…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tennessee Schools Get Major Funding Boost | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee just dropped over $160K on school upgrades—Hawkins County gets the bulk to replace aging HVAC systems at high schools, while Rogersville City Schools…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Summer Storms Linger Through Weekend | Bristol Virginia News
Stay alert for summer storms—hot, humid weather sticks around with scattered showers and thunderstorms popping up this afternoon, risking isolated flash…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Blackburn vs Rose Final Push | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s Republican governor race heats up as Marsha Blackburn and John Rose make final campaign pushes, each highlighting their unique strengths—Blackburn…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hope in Action: Johnson City's Lifeline | Bristol Virginia News
In Johnson City, The Salvation Army’s Center for Hope is helping 82 people in just ten months — a number that shocks even longtime staff. Each person’s story…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Coach Jenkins Steps Down After 23 Seasons | Bristol Virginia News
After 23 seasons leading Daniel Boone High’s football team, Coach Jeremy Jenkins is stepping down — but not before leaving a legacy of 127 wins and a thrilling…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Virginia Midterms Set for November | Bristol Virginia News
Virginia’s November midterms are heating up with clear matchups set after primaries wrapped — and national trends, especially economic headwinds like inflation…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Johnson County Sheriff Race Heats Up | Bristol Virginia News
Johnson County, Tennessee, heads to the polls Thursday for a high-stakes sheriff’s race between veteran incumbent Clifton Worley and Republican challenger…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Five Democrats Battle for Tennessee Governor | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s primary election hits Thursday, August 6th — the big day voters choose their Democratic and Republican gubernatorial nominees. News Channel 11 sat…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bristol’s Growth Momentum Builds | Bristol Virginia News
Bristol’s twin cities are on the rise—Tennessee’s industrial park got a major power boost with a new substation, while Virginia’s mayor stressed direct…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ten Commandments in Schools Sparks Debate | Bristol Virginia News
Washington County schools are set to display the Ten Commandments in hallways and cafeterias — not classrooms — following a state law that lets local districts…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Black Heritage Trail Unveiled | Bristol Virginia News
Downtown Johnson City just unveiled its groundbreaking Black Heritage Trail — a vibrant, interactive journey through a pivotal African-American neighborhood…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tennessee Election Day Prep Guide | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee voters head to the polls Thursday, August 6, for a major election day featuring state and federal primaries plus general elections. Key races include…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Why Carmel Village Floods Again | Bristol Virginia News
Flooding in Carmel Village isn’t just about the rain—it’s a perfect storm of saturated soil, natural drainage slopes, and overwhelmed urban infrastructure…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Greene County Schools Kick Off Year with Safety and Support | Bristol Virginia News
Greene County Schools kicked off the new academic year with a vibrant orientation day, where students explored campuses, met teachers, and picked up…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Bristol Man Arrested in Child Exploitation Case | Bristol Virginia News
In a major child protection breakthrough, authorities in Bristol, Tennessee, arrested 31-year-old Thomas Carey on charges of aggravated sexual exploitation of…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Infant’s Death Leads to Multiple Arrests | Bristol Virginia News
A five-month-old infant’s tragic death in Scott County, Virginia, has led to four adults facing felony charges—including child abuse, neglect, drug possession…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dinner with George & Martha at Jackson Theatre | Bristol Virginia News
Step back in time this August at the Jackson Theatre, where history comes alive with “Meet the Washingtons” and “Dinner with George & Martha.” Experience an…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Knoxville Man Faces 22 Threat Charges | Bristol Virginia News
A Knoxville man, Garry Lee Williams, 44, faces 22 federal charges after allegedly posting 11 threats to kill President Trump and seven against FBI Director…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Death Row Confession Denied | Bristol Virginia News
Death row inmate John Michael Bane is suing Tennessee’s Department of Correction, arguing he’s denied his constitutional right to a private, confidential…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tennessee GOP Primary Battle Heats Up | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s Sixth District GOP primary is heating up between Charlie Hatcher, backed by Governor Bill Lee and President Trump’s longtime ally, and Andy Ogles…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Candida auris Surge in Tennessee | Bristol Virginia News
Candida auris, a deadly drug-resistant fungus, has exploded in Tennessee—jumping from 10 cases last year to 283 by July 25. While the public stays safe…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Twelve Thousand Dollars Returns to Jonesborough | Bristol Virginia News
Washington County and Jonesborough, Tennessee, just got a surprise financial boost—over $12,000 in unclaimed property returned by the state. State Treasurer…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Trump’s Arch vs National Mall | Bristol Virginia News
The National Park Service is fiercely resisting Donald Trump’s plan for a 250-foot arch that would loom over the Lincoln Memorial and dominate the National…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Search for Hollynn Snapp Continues | Bristol Virginia News
Hollynn Snapp has been missing since October, last seen near Bell Ridge Road in Kingsport, and investigators are working tirelessly to uncover what happened…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rain Every Day This Weekend | Bristol Virginia News
Rain’s not taking a break—scattered storms are popping up daily, with flash flood risks looming, especially if you’re in a low-lying area. Thursday and Friday…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Search for Nancy Tucker Resumes | Bristol Virginia News
Two years after Hurricane Helene, the search for Nancy Tucker is reignited with a major breakthrough: the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has awarded a contract…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Ten Commandments in Every Washington County School | Bristol Virginia News
Washington County schools are set to display the Ten Commandments in prominent, common areas like entryways and cafeterias after a unanimous board vote — a…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Tennessee Gubernatorial Race Heats Up | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s gubernatorial primary is heating up as three Republican contenders—Senator Marsha Blackburn, State Rep. Monty Fritts, and Congressman John…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rainy Week Ahead with Storm Chances | Bristol Virginia News
Get ready for a wet week—scattered showers and thunderstorms are popping up daily with rain chances hitting 30% to 70%, temps climbing into the 80s, and flash…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Building Trust One Community at a Time | Bristol Virginia News
Johnson City’s National Night Out lit up Founders Park with police, firefighters, and community members coming together to build trust, break stereotypes, and…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dr. Thomas Takes Lead in Northeast Health | Bristol Virginia News
Dr. Cynthia Thomas is now leading the Northeast Regional Health Office, overseeing eight Tennessee counties and bringing vital healthcare access to all…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Wellspring Grants Boost Food Access | Bristol Virginia News
Four hundred thousand dollars just dropped into Southwest Virginia’s food security system — thanks to The Wellspring Foundation’s massive IMPACT Grant. This…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Johnson County Unveils New Shooting Complex | Bristol Virginia News
Johnson County, Tennessee, is set to unveil a massive new shooting sports complex at Doe Mountain Recreation Area—breaking ground after three years of planning…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Body Found at Bristol Construction Site | Bristol Virginia News
A man’s body was found Monday afternoon at a former construction site in Bristol, Tennessee, sparking an ongoing investigation. Police say no signs of foul…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!ETSU Stadium Goes Cashless This Fall | Bristol Virginia News
ETSU’s football games are getting a major upgrade starting in 2026 — no cash allowed at concession stands! Fans will need cards or phones to grab food and…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Kingsport Approves New Apartment Project | Bristol Virginia News
Kingsport is poised to approve a major housing development near Kendrick Creek Road, with plans to rezone 8 acres for 94 new apartment units—aiming to boost…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Missing Man in Kingsport | Bristol Virginia News
Missing Man in Kingsport | Bristol Virginia News
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Execution Pause Pushed Back | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s governor refuses to delay Darrell Hines’ scheduled execution on August 13th, despite mounting pressure from his legal team and nine Republican…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Senior Olympics in Johnson City | Bristol Virginia News
Get ready to play, compete, and connect at the First District Tennessee Senior Olympics in Johnson City — a fun-filled, fitness-packed event for folks 50+…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Man Arrested for Live Stream Exploitation | Bristol Virginia News
Man Arrested for Live Stream Exploitation | Bristol Virginia News
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Fordtown Bridge Renovation Update | Bristol Virginia News
Kingsport’s tackling major bridge repairs on the Fordtown Road Bridge—replacing slabs, joints, drainage, and reinforcing fill—all while keeping it open! Expect…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rain Then Heat This Weekend | Bristol Virginia News
Rain’s on the way—scattered storms this afternoon could bring flash flooding, and wet weather sticks around through Wednesday and Thursday with a stalled…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Sullivan County’s Fair Funds Scholarships | Bristol Virginia News
Sullivan County is hosting its first-ever fair, bringing live music, local eats, and thrilling rides to a community that’s never had one before — all while…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Rainy Warm Days Ahead | Bristol Virginia News
Get ready for a wet and warm week—partly cloudy skies with scattered showers and thunderstorms popping up daily, temps holding steady in the mid-80s, and rain…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Freedom Hall Pool Gets Major Repair Boost | Bristol Virginia News
Freedom Hall pool in Johnson City is finally getting the repairs it needs, thanks to $864,000 in PEP funds approved by the Board of Education — money earmarked…
Bristol Virginia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Hound Dogs Brings Cocktails & Hot Dogs to Johnson City | Bristol Virginia News
Hound Dogs is set to hit Johnson City’s Main Street this Wednesday — a bold new cocktail bar with a hot dog twist, crafted for everyone who wants accessible…