Lt. Zack Hughes and Jo Munoz in the Daytime TriCities studio We’re officially in the final countdown to one of the region’s biggest career exploration events— CareerQuestTN at East Tennessee State University , happening next week! Each year, this event brings together students, educators, employers, and community partners with one shared goal: helping young people explore career paths and discover the many opportunities available right here in Northeast Tennessee. As excitement continues to...

Bill Forrester Bill Forrester’s career in community and economic development began shortly after he and his wife, Sheila, moved to Johnson City following graduation. Armed with a Master of Public Administration from the University of Tennessee, Bill was eager to begin a career in public service. However, a hiring freeze at the City of Bristol prevented his internship from transitioning into a full-time position. Undeterred, he accepted a supervisor role at Fingerhut Incorporated in Piney...

At the First Tennessee Area Agency on Aging and Disability (FTAAAD), we know that aging well is about more than medical care or access to services—it’s also about connection. Feeling supported, engaged, and valued in the community can make a powerful difference in an older adult’s quality of life.   That’s why we are excited to share that FTAAAD has been invited to participate in a new pilot program highlighted in a recent East Tennessee State University (ETSU) News article, “Helping Seniors...