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JOHNSON CITY SINGER AND ELECTRIC GUITARIST AARON JAXON RELEASING NEW SINGLE, “ABRIEL”

Singer, songwriter and electric guitarist, Aaron Jaxon has announced the upcoming release of his latest single, “Abriel.” The Johnson City, Tennessee resident, says the song will drop on August 7th and will be available on all major streaming services, including Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon Music and YouTube Music. “Abriel” is also available for pre-saves and […]

 

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ZAC BROWN BAND CHARITY LIVE STREAM RAISES OVER $1.4 MILLION FOR CAMP SOUTHERN GROUND

Presented in Partnership with LiveXLive, “4th With The Family” Streamed to Nearly 600,000 Viewers   Atlanta, GA, July 06, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — On Friday, July 3, the multi-platinum GRAMMY award-winning Zac Brown Band presented a free live stream performance in partnership with LiveXLive, raising over $1.4 million for Zac Brown’s nonprofit passion project Camp […]

 

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Become a 2020 Festival Hero

Since announcing the cancellation of Bristol Rhythm & Roots Reunion on Monday, we have received an outpouring of support from fans, artists, and volunteers. We cannot thank you enough for your kind words and encouragement during these hard times. Many have asked us how you can help the Festival and BCM, and we have some exciting […]

 

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ETSU online radiologic science program ranked No. 3 in nation

East Tennessee State University is ranked No. 3 in a listing of “Best Online Radiology Tech Programs for 2020” (four-year schools category) released by EduMed.org.   The ETSU Online Radiologic Science degree completion program is designed for working radiologic professionals with an associate of applied science (A.A.S.) degree in radiologic science. This fully online bachelor of science program offers the opportunity for radiographers to obtain their B.S. degree by using more […]

 

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JEANNE STOKES LEAVES LEGACY OF HELPING THOUSANDS OF STUDENTS PREPARE FOR AND SUCCEED IN COLLEGE

 Jeanne Stokes, who has extensively grown Tusculum University’s outreach to students from sixth grade through college graduation, is retiring after 31 years of dedicated service to the higher education institution and the community. For the last 29 years, Stokes has served as director of the federal TRIO programs at Tusculum. She now oversees five programs that […]

 

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Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park  History at Home Seasonal Interpreter Programs: Aug. 1st – Aug. 16th 

***In keeping with CDC guidelines to prevent Covid-19, we can host programs for groups of 10 or less, therefore, all guests MUST register in advance for the listed programs. We encourage attendees to bring masks and keep 6 feet apart from other guests. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation*** Registration required: https://tnstateparks.com/parks/sycamore-shoals or by […]

 

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My Story

My name is Heather Ledbetter. I have a tremendous zest for life. I find happiness in the simplest of things.  I wanted to share my story and get the word out regarding kidney donation. I received a liver transplant July 19, 2011 at UNC Hospital at Chapel Hill. On June 24, 2011 my liver failed […]

 

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PAW PATROL LIVE! at FREEDOM HALL RESCHEDULED

Johnson City, TN (July 2020) – VStar Entertainment Group announces today PAW Patrol Live! “Race to the Rescue” performances originally scheduled for August 25 & 26, 2020 at Freedom Hall in Johnson City, TN has been rescheduled to June 7 & 8, 2021.   This announcement comes following postponement and/or cancellations of numerous VStar Entertainment shows across the country due to COVID-19. […]

 

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Power to the Caregivers

ETSU clinical psychologist enhances lives of infants, children by assisting those who care for them JOHNSON CITY – While much of the world, activities and businesses, have paused for COVID-19, services and daily care for infants and children cannot take a break, and as a result, licensed clinical psychologist and assistant professor of psychology Dr. […]

 
 

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Loafer Live: Jigsaw Jane

Watch The Loafer Live video with Jigsaw Jane: www.facebook.com/watch/?v=701547170686436 Find Jigsaw Jane online at: www.jigsawjaneband.com • facebook.com/jigsawjaneband Jigsaw Jane is a high energy five piece party band that is based out of Abingdon, Virginia.  We pride ourselves in our ability and desire to play everything from classic, southern, and alternative rock to old school and […]

 

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July Events at the Newly Reopened Birthplace of Country Music Museum

Summer Music Workshops, Radio Bristol Book Club and More Bristol, Va./Tenn. (June 29, 2020) – The Birthplace of Country Music Museum in Historic Downtown Bristol, Virginia-Tennessee celebrated its reopening to the public last month following a 13-week closure due to the threat of COVID-19. Visitation to the museum has been steady, with strict safety protocols […]