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Billy Thomas informed the Bradley County Commission there were no Native American burial sites or human remains found on his property during an archaeological dig he commissioned.

UPDATE: Rezoning of 'Indian burial ground' delayed again

Billy Thomas’ property in Charleston — beset with rumors of being an Indian burial ground — now faces another hurdle before it can be rezoned for his luxury RV park.Abiding by Bradley County … more

By GRANT BROMLEY | 7/14/22

Cleveland man indicted on attempted first-degree murder charge

A Bradley County grand jury has indicted a Cleveland man on several charges, including attempted first-degree murder in connection to an incident in which he allegedly caused a woman to “reasonably … more

By TIM SINIARD | 7/14/22

Operation Southern Slow Down begins in five states July 18

Drivers who "feel the need for speed" should hit the brakes or be ready to see blue lights in their rear-view mirror during Operation Southern Slow Down, the Tennessee Highway Safety Office says.From … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

Blood Assurance in dire need of donors

The Tennessee Valley’s blood supply is in dire need of replenishment, Blood Assurance officials said Wednesday, July 13.The nonprofit had only 19 units of the universal blood type, O-negative, on … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

Jones announces acquisition of Speedy Cash

The future of the short-term loan business is online, according to Cleveland businessman Allan Jones, who founded Check into Cash in 1993.On Tuesday, Jones announced the acquisition of Speedy Cash by … more

By TIM SINIARD | 7/13/22

Local agency providing free meals for kids

The Bradley Cleveland Community Services Agency (BCCSA) is offering free summer meals for children July 13-29. Each of the following is a “grab-and-go” site, meaning families need only to … more

By ANNA SHAND | 7/13/22

A student in the BCS district enjoys her lunch during school.

BCHS student pantry overflowing with donations

What started as a small pantry available to hungry students has turned into an overflowing schoolwide resource. After receiving donations from the community on Monday, July 11, Bradley Central High … more

By ANNA SHAND | 7/13/22

Jail Dockets 7-14-22

The following information was gathered solely from the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office. This list includes individuals who are, or have been, incarcerated in the Justice Center, and can include arrests made by the BCSO, the Cleveland Police Department, the Charleston Police Department, Tennessee Highway Patrol, Drug Task Force and other local law enforcement agencies. more

7/13/22

BONNIE CRETTON, founder and director at the Woodsong Forest School, spoke recently to the Kiwanis Club of Cleveland about the school, located at Johnston Woods. From left are Kiwanian Jaynese Waddell, Cretton, and Kiwanis Club President Chuck Evans.

Woodsong Forest School offers outdoor education

For many students, sitting in a classroom listening to a teacher speak about history or math is a normal school day. Not at Woodsong Forest School, where education about nature and the environment … more

By ALLEN MINCEY | 7/13/22

The Singing Echoes will be performing Thursday through Saturday at their 53rd Annual Singing.”

Singing Echoes will perform

The Singing Echoes 53rd Annual Blue Springs Valley Anniversary Singing continues at 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 14-16, at Singing Echoes Park, 150 Bryson Lane in Cleveland.The Southern … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

New logistics program coming to Cleveland State

A new logistics program is being introduced at Cleveland State Community College this fall. The logistics and supply chain management concentration, of the associate of applied science degree in … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

Cleveland native awarded National Merit Scholarship

The National Merit Scholarship Corporation (NMSC) announced Monday, July 11, that a Cleveland native had joined more than 1,200 additional winners of National Merit Scholarships financed by colleges … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

Be real

In 1960, my parents and I were in a revival meeting at a church on the mountain overlooking Los Angeles. The area was the location for filming Westerns and from the church, we could see the town … more

BETTIE MARLOWE | 7/13/22

Timing is everything

The Jews' feast of tabernacles was at hand. His brethren therefore said unto him, "Depart hence, and go into Judaea, that thy disciples also may see the works that thou doest. For there is no man … more

DENNIS CAGLE | 7/13/22

Matt Cordell & Whisky Business, of Pigeon Forge, will perform at a library fundraiser Sept. 30.

Library fundraiser 'Boot Scootin' for Books' scheduled

Friends of the Library (FOLA) are inviting the community to enjoy "Boot Scootin’ for Books" on Sept. 30 at First Street Square on Inman Street. Gates will open at 6:30 p.m. Boot Scootin’ for … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

VEC’s Polk County Customers Share board member Bill Blackwell presents a check to Jessica Brown, CASA at Bradley and Polk Counties representative.

Bradley and Polk CASA awarded $1,000

DECATUR ⏤ At the July 2022 Volunteer Energy Cooperative Customers Share board meeting, local organizations in Bradley and Polk Counties were awarded $3,750 in grants. That includes $1,000 for CASA … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

USPS to host hiring fair Thursday

The U.S. Postal Service is hosting a hiring fair at the Cleveland Post Office Mobile Unit from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. CDT Thursday, July 14, for rural carrier associate and assisted rural carrier … more

From STAFF REPORTS | 7/13/22

Hammontree resigns Charleston City Commission, citing 'personal reasons'

Garett Hammontree has resigned from the Charleston City Commission, citing "personal reasons."In a letter read aloud Tuesday night, July 12, by Charleston Mayor Donna McDermott during the commission … more

By TIM SINIARD | 7/12/22

Girlfriend leaves door unlocked, boyfriend finds man in bathroom

A Cleveland man, whose girlfriend allegedly left the front door of his apartment unlocked while visiting a neighbor, contacted police after discovering an unidentified man in the bathroom.According … more

By TIM SINIARD | 7/12/22

Billy Thomas spoke at the Bradley County Commission about his efforts to respect the alleged history of his property.

UPDATE: Archaeological investigation finds no bones on alleged Indian burial ground'

Amid Indian burial ground claims and a petition against the rezoning of his property, Billy Thomas has remained true to his word that he "will do everything in [his] power to protect the integrity of … more

By GRANT BROMLEY | 7/12/22