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The Mark Vance Award

The Mark Vance Award

The Mark Vance Award was created in 2005 to recognize each year the officer who exemplifies high standards, professionalism, and a strong dedication to ending the cycle of domestic violence in Sullivan County.  Officer Vance was employed by the Bristol Tennessee...

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Sullivan, Hawkins at Risk for Human Trafficking

Sullivan, Hawkins at Risk for Human Trafficking

"In March, 11 men were arrested in a human trafficking investigation conducted by Sullivan County District Attorney General Barry Staubus and local law enforcement agencies working with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Human Trafficking Unit and Homeland...

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We’re facing a serious drug overdose problem

District Attorney General Barry Staubus, Dr. Stephen May, Medical Director of the Sullivan County Regional Health Department, and the Sullivan County Drug Coalition are in talks to address the drug overdose epidemic in Sullivan County.  Please read the Kingsport Times...

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General Staubus and his staff take Oaths of Office

General Staubus and his staff take Oaths of Office

On Thursday, September 1, 2022, Barry Staubus was sworn in by Criminal Court Judge James F. Goodwin as District Attorney General for the new term of office.  Also taking their Oaths were the Assistant District Attorneys and Criminal Investigators. This year we have...

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Be A Scam Stopper

Be A Scam Stopper

In the U.S. in 2021, more than 92,000 seniors were victims of fraud. These frauds happen over the phone, through text, by email and even on social media. Scammers will do and say whatever it takes to get your information, even pretending to be a friend, family member...

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In 2021, senior scam victims lost an average of $18,246

In 2021, senior scam victims lost an average of $18,246

In 2021, senior scam victims lost an average of $18,246. If someone asks you for money or personal information over a call, text, email or even Facebook message, they’re up to something. NEVER send your private information through these channels. Always contact your...

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Online Romance Red Flags

Online Romance Red Flags

In 2021, seniors lost $432 million to fraud and romance scams. If any of these red flags sound familiar, you might be involved with a scammer. NEVER send money or personal information to someone you’ve met online, no matter what they say. If you think you’ve been the...

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Morgan Buchanan

Morgan Buchanan

This week, the Conference wants to introduce you to one of the 2nd District's interns. Morgan Buchanan is currently attending Liberty University School of Law as a rising 2L. View on Twitter

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