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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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Power Outages Amid Severe Storm Threat | Bristol Virginia News
Severe storms are slamming Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia, leaving over 4,000 in Kingsport and 1,200 in Abingdon without power—plus smaller outages…
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Tri-Cities Airport’s Growth Strategy | Bristol Virginia News
Tri-Cities Airport is boldly pushing forward with growth despite early 2026 hiccups, as CEO Gene Cossey frames challenges as inevitable steps toward a smarter…
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Sullivan County Pauses License Plate Readers | Bristol Virginia News
Sullivan County Sheriff Jeff Cassidy has paused license plate readers amid privacy concerns, calling for community input — even though the tech helped track a…
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Storm Watch and Flood Alerts Tonight | Bristol Virginia News
Severe thunderstorms with damaging winds up to 65 mph are expected tonight, plus a 70% chance of heavy rain—especially in Buchanan and Dickenson counties and…
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Wishes in the Tri-Cities | Bristol Virginia News
When local kids fight serious illness, a wish can be their lifeline—bringing joy, hope, and a reason to smile. At the third annual Make-A-Wish Golf Classic…
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Parking Spot Dispute Turns Deadly in Gray | Bristol Virginia News
Parking Spot Dispute Turns Deadly in Gray | Bristol Virginia News
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Goodwill Opens Largest Store Yet | Bristol Virginia News
Goodwill Tenneva is unveiling its largest retail store yet in the Tri-Cities, opening Thursday with a ribbon-cutting at 9 AM. Featuring wider aisles, better…
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Three Belgian Dogs Vanish in Tennessee | Bristol Virginia News
Three beloved Belgian Police Dogs vanish from a Tennessee home while their owner is out of state—caught on camera by an unknown woman who untied and walked…
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Live Music & Food Trucks in Jonesborough | Bristol Virginia News
Jonesborough, Tennessee’s oldest town, turns up the heat on Friday nights with free live music under the stars—bluegrass, jazz, rock, Americana, and blues all…
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HomeTrust Merges with Blue Ridge Bank | Bristol Virginia News
HomeTrust Bank is merging with Blue Ridge Bank in a bold move to create a $7 billion powerhouse serving 60 locations across the Southeast, combining…
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Tales of Our 250th: Freedom on Stage | Bristol Virginia News
Get ready to dive into history at “Tales of Our 250th” in Jonesborough — featuring the powerful, award-winning play “Nancy” that explores African American…
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Storms Today, More Coming This Week | Bristol Virginia News
Storms are brewing this afternoon, with strong gusts and scattered cells likely between 3 and 9 PM—prepare for potential damage if you’re in the path. After…
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Major Crash in Rogersville Requires Helicopter | Bristol Virginia News
A major crash in Rogersville sent emergency crews rushing to the scene Sunday night, with multiple injuries and vehicles trapped—prompting a medical helicopter…
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Sims Dominates Omnium as Wrightsman Stuns Bassett | Bristol Virginia News
Sierra Sims crushed it on the women’s side, winning both the criterium and the overall Omnium title after a stellar weekend that included a third-place finish…
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Virginia Tourism Powers Jobs and Revenue | Bristol Virginia News
Virginia’s tourism surge smashed records last year, welcoming over 117 million visitors who spent $36.2 billion — a 3.1% jump from the prior year. That cash…
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Hard Rock Funds Bristol’s New K-9 Ace | Bristol Virginia News
A $15,500 gift from the Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Bristol, Virginia, is funding Ace — the first dual-trained K-9 in the local police force — equipped to…
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Virginia Defends Vaccine Schedule | Bristol Virginia News
Virginia’s health department is standing firm against a new presidential executive order that would slash childhood vaccines from 18 to 11 and split the MMR…
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Justice Served After 41 Years | Bristol Virginia News
Anthony Darrell Hines was executed Thursday in Tennessee for the 1985 murder of housekeeper and mother Catherine Jean Jenkins — a case that ended in brutal…
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Python Causes School Fire | Bristol Virginia News
A fire at Forest Middle School early Tuesday morning turned into a wild, snake-filled mystery — an eight-foot python escaped its enclosure, knocked over a heat…
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Christa Pike’s Execution Debate | Bristol Virginia News
Christa Pike, Tennessee’s only woman on death row, faces a pivotal court battle as her legal team fights to halt her scheduled lethal injection, arguing it…
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Snake on Car Hood in Tennessee | Bristol Virginia News
A family’s road trip took a wild turn when a grey rat snake—nonvenomous and totally harmless—slithered onto their car hood while they headed to grab soccer…
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Spanberger Rises, Trump Falls in Virginia | Bristol Virginia News
Virginia’s political landscape shows mixed but encouraging signs: Governor Spanberger’s approval jumps to 54%, signaling recovery after earlier concerns…
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Dollywood's NightFlight Expedition Finally Here | Bristol Virginia News
Dollywood’s highly anticipated NightFlight Expedition, a wild hybrid indoor coaster and white-water ride that soars over the Smokies and ends at a glowing…
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NightFlight Expedition Unveiled | Bristol Virginia News
Dollywood’s most advanced ride yet, NightFlight Expedition, soars into action with a thrilling story-driven journey through the Smokies—complete with water…
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Elvis in Johnson City: Final Shows Remembered | Bristol Virginia News
This Sunday marks 49 years since Elvis Presley’s passing—but his legacy lives on in Johnson City, where he rocked the Freedom Hall Civic Center four times…
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Bristol Casino Revenue Surges | Bristol Virginia News
Virginia’s Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol is booming, raking in over $22 million in adjusted gross revenue this July — a jump from June — fueled by both…
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Warm Week with Rain Chances | Bristol Virginia News
Get ready for a sizzling summer week—temps climb to 90s with mostly sunny skies Sunday, then rain chances ramp up to 60% by Monday. Expect partly cloudy days…
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Edrees Farooq Injury Update | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee football’s breakout safety Edrees Farooq is sidelined after a scary lower-body injury requiring an ambulance ride—just as he was poised for a huge…
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Discover Local Art at McKinney Center Market | Bristol Virginia News
Don’t miss the McKinney Center’s 6th Annual Market this Saturday, August 22nd—locals celebrate creativity from 10 AM to 5 PM with handmade art, gourmet food…
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Tennessee Lottery Struggles to Fund Scholarships | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s lottery, long a lifeline for college scholarships like HOPE and Reconnect, is facing its first shortfall—demand outpaces revenue as more students…
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Breeze Leaves Tri-Cities for D.C. | Bristol Virginia News
Breeze Airways is pulling out of Tri-Cities Airport, ending its less-than-year-old non-stop flights to Washington Dulles by November 30th — a move locals hoped…
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Shelter Day Brings Pets and People Together | Bristol Virginia News
Washington County’s animal shelter turned the community into a furry paradise this past Saturday with Shelter Day — a lively, heartwarming event designed to…
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Tennessee Vouchers Spark Education Debate | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s expanded school voucher program just handed out 35,000 new scholarships—mostly to families earning up to $173,000—with critics slamming the lack of…
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Meet the Mountains Festival Recap | Bristol Virginia News
Meet the Mountains Festival returned for its eighth year in Johnson City, packing two days of free outdoor fun with kayaking, rock climbing, dog races, and axe…
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Storms and Heat on the Way | Bristol Virginia News
Storms and heat are on the way — brace for scattered showers, thunderstorms, and temps hitting the 90s through next week. A Flood Watch remains active for…
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Gun Violence in America Today | Bristol Virginia News
Gun violence in the U.S. hit a terrifying peak in 2020, with over 45,000 gun-related deaths—a 14% jump from the prior year and a staggering 43% surge since…
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Fleenortown Water Advisory Lifted | Bristol Virginia News
Fleenortown Water Advisory Lifted | Bristol Virginia News
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New Otter Fig Joins Grandfather Mountain | Bristol Virginia News
A new river otter named Fig has arrived at Grandfather Mountain, bringing joy and companionship to Oscar, who’s been alone since his last otter buddy Nova…
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Abingdon Sex Offender Arrested | Bristol Virginia News
An Abingdon man, Marc Allen Gardner, a registered sex offender, was arrested after being flagged by a Texas group called “Predator Poachers” for allegedly…
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Shooting at Dunkin' in Johnson City | Bristol Virginia News
Shocking shooting at a Dunkin’ in Gray leaves one dead, suspect arrested—police on scene as details unfold. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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This Weekend’s Local Events Guide | Bristol Virginia News
This weekend’s packed with fun—from free music festivals and rock concerts to food tastings, reptile expos, and car shows. Head to Winged Deer Park for Meet…
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Flood Watch and Storms This Weekend | Bristol Virginia News
Flood watches are active for Buchanan and Dickenson counties in Southwest Virginia and parts of eastern Kentucky until 11 PM tonight—ground’s already…
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Flock Cameras Spark County Outcry | Bristol Virginia News
A Sullivan County, Tennessee, commission meeting turned chaotic when Commissioner Joe Carr demanded the public hanging of Flock CEO Garrett Langley, calling…
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M&M's Tribute at Bristol Honors Kyle Busch | Bristol Virginia News
Ty Gibbs will race in Kyle Busch’s iconic M&M’s paint scheme at Bristol Motor Speedway next month, honoring the late driver’s legacy at a track where he…
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Hatley’s Voting Rights Story | Bristol Virginia News
Tennessee’s governor’s race is heating up with a fresh voice: Hatley, who lost his right to vote for years after writing bad checks — only regaining it…
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Weather Wars at ETSU Athletics | Bristol Virginia News
ETSU athletes are battling brutal weather as fall sports begin—flooding canceled games and ruined practices, then scorching heat and humidity threaten their…
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Greene County Health Dept Gets Major Upgrade | Bristol Virginia News
Greene County, Tennessee, just celebrated a historic milestone with the ribbon-cutting of its brand-new $6.2 million health department building — a major…
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Rainy Warm Week Ahead | Bristol Virginia News
Get ready for a wet and warm week ahead—partly cloudy skies with scattered showers and thunderstorms popping up daily, temps hitting the high 80s to low 90s…
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Breeze Ends Tri-Cities to Dulles Route | Bristol Virginia News
Breeze Airways is shutting down its brand-new non-stop route from Tri-Cities to Washington Dulles after just one year, citing low passenger numbers — a major…
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Eastman Chemical Leak Contained Safely | Bristol Virginia News
Eastman Chemical’s Kingsport plant dealt swiftly with a minor acetic acid leak—contained fast, no injuries, no community impact, and full cleanup completed…
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Motorcycle Crash on I-26 East | Bristol Virginia News
Motorcycle Crash on I-26 East | Bristol Virginia News
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Free Outdoor Concert in Elizabethton | Bristol Virginia News
Free Outdoor Concert in Elizabethton | Bristol Virginia News
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Knife Attack at Jonesville Middle | Bristol Virginia News
A seventh-grader at Jonesville Middle School allegedly attacked a teacher in class with a kitchen knife, sending deputies rushing to the scene—thanks to brave…
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Drunk Stolen SUV Chase Near School | Bristol Virginia News
A 35-year-old man in Johnson City, Tennessee, allegedly stole a Toyota 4Runner, drove under the influence, and fled police — heading straight toward Indian…
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Powerball Jackpot Claimed in Illinois | Bristol Virginia News
A $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot—now claimed in Illinois after months without a winner—makes it the eighth largest ever, with a staggering $450.5 million cash…
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Storms Loom in Kentucky and Virginia | Bristol Virginia News
Heavy rain and flooding warnings are active in eastern Kentucky and southwest Virginia as a storm system moves east, with another wave of downpours expected…
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Powerball Jackpot Hits $1 Billion | Bristol Virginia News
Powerball just hit a billion-dollar jackpot—numbers 26, 67, 69, 66, and 4 with Powerball 9—and it’s the eighth-largest ever. This massive prize has been…
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Gabby's Legacy Lives On in New Book | Bristol Virginia News
Jesse Kennedy is releasing “Footprints of Love: A Gabby Kennedy Story” on November 5th — a heartfelt tribute to his late daughter Gabby, who tragically lost…
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Rain & Thunderstorms This Week | Bristol Virginia News
Rain’s on the way — and it’s sticking around. Expect scattered showers and thunderstorms through the weekend, with a Flood Watch in effect until Thursday…
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School Zones: Cops Crack Down on Speed | Bristol Virginia News
School zones are getting extra police attention as students return, with officers cracking down on speeding and distracted driving—already handing out tickets…