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Jeremiah Cafe opens, provides jobs to people on autism spectrum
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL)—In April, Jennifer and Kevin Sweet purchased the former One Acre Cafe with the goal of creating a place of employment for people on the autism spectrum. The new space is called Jeremiah Cafe. On Tuesday, the cafe opened its doors for a soft opening. Jennifer Sweet said she didn’t expect the […]
Don’t Miss The Last Weekend of Wilson County Fair/ TN State Fair
The last day to enjoy the Wilson County Fair/Tennessee State Fair is Saturday, August 24. “Thank you to all the city employees from each department who participated at the city fair booth during the fair week. It is an excellent opportunity to highlight city government and answer people’s questions. I enjoy playing trivia, seeing many of our longtime residents, and meeting some for the first time. I want to especially thank the Lebanon Police Department and Lebanon Fire Department for all the extra hours given this week and for helping ensure everyone has a safe time at the Fair,” Mayor Rick Bell said Friday on Facebook.
Tennessee Baseball Signs Tony Vitello To Massive Contract Extension
Announced a major contract extension for baseball coach Tony Vitello on Friday afternoon that makes the 45-year old the highest paid coach in all of college baseball. The contract extension is for five years and pays Vitello $3 million a year. “Tony and his staff have developed the country’s top...
Yancey Sheriff’s Felony Arrest Report 8/16-8/22/24
(Press Release from Yancey County Sheriff’s Department. Everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty.) Lukus John Hensley, 33 years old of Burnsville, NC was arrested on 08- 18-2024. Hensley was charged with;. Felony Possession of Methamphetamine,. Felony Purchase a Firearm while under a Domestic Violate Order and. Misdemeanor Violate...
BCSO locates missing Hamblen County teen last seen leaving her home Aug. 15
HAMBLEN COUNTY, Tenn. — Seventeen-year-old Alexis Nicole Howell was found safe in Blount County Friday morning after being missing for a week, according to the Hamblen County Sheriff's Office. Howell was reportedly last seen on Thursday, Aug. 15 leaving her home on Northview Drive in Hamblen County at around...
Elizabethton Police Department arrest reports
The following arrests have been reported by the Elizabethton Police Department: On Aug. 19, Officer Matthew Goldberg responded to a theft report at 1025 Bluefield Ave. Upon arrival, Officer Goldberg encountered Sidney Q. Jones, who had been previously evicted from the property. Jones was arrested for criminal trespass and found in possession of a Regions […] The post Elizabethton Police Department arrest reports appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Sole of the city: Cherry Blossom Foamposites honor DMV
WASHINGTON (7News) — The DMV gets its own kicks courtesy of Nike and rapper Wale. The tennis shoe giant has teamed up with the Maryland native to release the Cherry Blossom Foamposite shoe to honor the DMV area. The shoes will only be available for D.C., Maryland and Virginia...
Legislators open study into university land grabs that exploited Black Virginians
Virginia's universities are recognized among the best in the nation. But their expansion has often displaced adjacent communities. Now, a legislative committee is looking into what impact state universities had on their neighboring Black communities. The Commission to Study the History of the Uprooting of Black Communities by Public Institutions...
Federal Court Allows Transgender Student to Try Out for Virginia School Sports Team
A federal judge ordered Hanover County Public Schools late Friday to temporarily cease blocking a transgender middle school student from trying out for and, if selected, playing on a sports team this school year. In February, the student, represented by the American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia and the law firm Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP, […]
Video prompts mom to sue Bristol over son’s 2017 death
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — A woman whose son died seven years ago after a 911 call to his home has sued the City of Bristol, Tenn. and numerous police officers and paramedics for their alleged role in his death — a role Karen Goodwin didn’t learn about until a year ago, when a video surfaced […]
Little City Roller Derby to host new skater boot camp
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – Little City Roller Derby, based in Bristol, Tennessee, hopes to attract new skaters to the sport. The team will host its annual recruitment boot camp, teaching the basics of roller derby and kicking off the new skater training class. The boot camp will be held September 8 from 7 p.m. to […]
Walmart responds to bed bugs inquiry at Greeneville location
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — Walmart’s corporate offices have responded to questions regarding an alleged outbreak of bed bugs at its Greeneville location. News Channel 11 reached out to Walmart after receiving multiple calls and emails from viewers claiming there was an infestation of bed bugs at the store at 3755 E Andrew Johnson Highway. In […]
New details in D.C. Councilmember Trayon White’s case reveal possible F.B.I. informant
The Democratic National Convention ended Thursday night. A couple of high-profile elected officials from Maryland made primetime speeches this week. Also, D.C. Councilmember Trayon White was arrested and charged with taking bribes and kickbacks. And in Virginia, kids going back to school will have to ditch their cell phones while in class. WAMU’s Kojo Nnamdi discusses these top regional stories from this past week.
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