Bristol News

“The [statue's] face is deteriorated and the statue has been damaged by acid rain since Bristol used to be a coal-burning town and it has organic growth [moss]”

Printer Friendly BRISTOL, Va. A nearly 90-year-old Twin City landmark is deteriorating and needs attention, according to a recently completed assessment. via Http

“They are tiny little creatures”

Does downtown Bristol have a bat problem? Around dusk [Sept. 15], a large group of bats were flying overhead on State Street. via News Channel 11

“Then we've got to adequately address and recalculate the state's contribution to K-12. We ought not shortchange that.”

When this newspaper and many others went to press on election night, control of the Virginia Senate was still up for grabs. via News Channel 11

“We do feel that it's very important for businesses to fill it out the more data we have, it makes it better for chambers to use to our advantage.”

The U.S. Census Bureau is urging Bristol-area businesses to fill out and submit a 2007 Economic Census form before the Feb. via Http

Amanza James Pollino, 27, and Amber Marie Laws, 19, were both found guilty of the charge of conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute five grams or more of crack cocaine, and the charge ... via Http

“Do I raise my rates? I don't want to because I don't know if [gas] prices are going to level off, go higher or drop back down.”

BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn. Not so long ago, Rodney Monroe paid $750 a week for gas to operate his transportation business at Tri-Cities Regional Airport. via News Channel 11

Printer Friendly A ten-year-old girl remains in critical condition, after being hit by a pickup truck. via News Channel 11

“Plus, game shows are a light-hearted way to pass the time.”

"Come on down! You're the next contestant on" well, you know the rest. As with millions of Americans those words sparked a fire within David Baber. via News Channel 11

Most of us know of the popular Dr. Pepper soft drink, but it is doubtful that many have followed the "ten, two and four" regime previously advertised on each bottle. via News Channel 11

“Sure it slows people down, but it's also dangerous”

ABINGDON, Va. High employee turnover, unprofessional behavior by deputies and interstate highway traffic enforcement are among the issues that have surfaced in this year's Washington County sheriff's race. via News Channel 11

“We have quite a few people in our area on an extremely low income who can't afford to get into regular market-rate housing. They just can't afford it”

BRISTOL, Va. Demand for both affordable and public housing is substantial, which has prompted some new construction at two city sites. via News Channel 11

“I'm proud and humbled that I was able to make this”

BRISTOL, Va. Three city firefighters were promoted recently after a comprehensive selection process that took into account their years of experience. via News Channel 11

“It's the same thing we've been saying all along, we want the truth to come out. So far we don't think that's been the case”

Hugh Godsey has filed a discrimination charge against Scott County Public Schools regarding his removal as coach of girls basketball and softball at Gate City High School earlier this year. via Times-News Online

“I'm supposed to be a farmer's daughter but I couldn't find cowboy boots”

Jerri Johnson wore a costume looking like something Little Bo Peep would wear as she served burgers and fries on Wednesday at the Pal's Sudden Service Drive-Thru on Volunteer Parkway. via News Channel 11

“Right now, we have no efficiency whatsoever [in our public works department]”

A local non-profit corporation is willing to take over Bluff City's public works department and ensure it operates in a more efficient manner. via News Channel 11

Two more suspects were identified today in the beating death of a Tennessee man who came here to enjoy Biketoberfest while vacationing with his mother. via Daytona Beach News-Journal Online

The Bristol Virginia prosecutor today increased charges against Carl David Ray in connection with the Dec. via News Channel 11

“And the fact that her spirit and her light are still here.”

BRISTOL, Va. In the 12 months since Jessica Marie Goff was killed in a car crash, memories of the 15-year-old have kept her spirit alive. via News Channel 11

“This is an elected position. You have accountability to the people”

Printer Friendly Wayne McNeil is a vibrant, plain-spoken man with firm plans for Washington County. via Http