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Greene County to host forum for parents
GREENE COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Greene County Sheriff’s Department in partnership with Greeneville Police is hosting a forum focused on keeping kids safe. The forum is called “What your kids don’t want you to know.” During the event, parents will be informed about vapes, THC concentrates used in them, the impact of social media […]
Greene County Fair hosts 2nd annual mullet competition
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — The second annual mullet competition took place Monday at the Greene County Fair. Nineteen competitors took the stage in three different categories. In the mini-mullet category (for children five years and under), the title went to Canaan Wolfe. In the middle mullet competition, Luke Kincheloe took the title. In the mature […]
Staff and volunteers kick off Greene County Fair fun
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) – The first day of the Greene County Fair kicked off on Monday, as staff and volunteers finished up the last few things before gates open. “Our biggest things today are basically getting stuff ready for ticket booths, getting everything ready for admission for tonight, and just last minute little cleanup stuff,” […]
Greene County Fair kicks off Monday
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WCYB) — The Greene County Fair kicked off for the 74th time on Monday afternoon. Gates are open 4-11 p.m. Monday-Friday and 1-11 p.m. on Saturday. The fair has plenty of rides, exhibits and food. The fair is located on Jeff Woods Memorial Drive in Greeneville. For...
David Crockett football team regroups with young talent
In 2023, the David Crockett football team had a challenging season. The Pioneers missed the playoffs for the first time since 2014, having won only three games last season. However, the team looks very different this season. Head coach Hayden Chandley anticipates that several sophomores will have significant playing time. The team has been busy during this acclimation period, installing new schemes. Coach Chandley expects his team to hit the ground running when they put on full pads next week.
WCSO: Johnson City man charged with kidnapping, assault
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A Johnson City man was charged with kidnapping and simple domestic assault on Tuesday after allegedly forcing a woman into his vehicle and preventing her from leaving for seven hours. The Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) reports deputies responded to the 100 block of Frazier Road after a woman […]
Forbes names ETSU to ‘America’s Best Employers for Women 2024’ list
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Forbes named East Tennessee State University (ETSU) as one of the best employers for women in America for 2024, the university announced on Wednesday. The list compiled results from an independent survey of over 150,000 women working for companies employing at least 1,000 people within the U.S. from all industry […]
'Nancy' play set for Jonesborough's International Storytelling Center
The International Storytelling Center is accustomed to sharing stories from all over the world from its stage. However, this month, the intimate Jonesborough theatre will welcome a local story of history and triumph with the play “Nancy.”. Audiences can enjoy “Nancy,” the story of an enslaved woman at 6...
Boone and Crockett stadium renovations ‘on time,’ director of schools says
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — With one month to go before the first home varsity football game for Washington County Schools, the clock is ticking to finish stadium renovations. Director of Schools Dr. Jerry Boyd says things are looking good. “Well, as far as the timeline being established from the beginning of the project, everything’s on […]
Storm Team 11: Widespread rain and storms expected today
Rain arriving in the Tri-Cities earlier this morning. Widespread rain is expected from mid-morning into the afternoon. Scattered showers will continue to develop through the afternoon and evening. Lower rain chances. Scattered showers continue Thursday, while drier air begins to filter into the region Friday thanks to a cool front....
West stifles East for Appy League All-Star victory
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – A pair of homers and a string of strong pitching performances guaranteed the Appalachian League West Division All-Stars a victory inside TVA Credit Union Ballpark, 4-1. Greeneville’s Brodie Johnston started the party with a solo shot over the left-field fence in the first inning, making it 1-0. The East Division […]
Science Hill’s Hazell inks commitment to Milligan baseball
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – After a stellar 2024 campaign on the high school diamond, Hilltopper right-handed pitcher, Noah Hazell, has signed to continue his academic and baseball career at Milligan University. Hazell was 7-2 on the year with an ERA of 3.34. He struck out 34 batter in 56.2 innings pitched, while walking only […]
Lady Vols conclude volleyball camp at Science Hill
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Tuesday marked the second and final day of the Tennessee Lady Vols’ volleyball camp at the home of the Hilltoppers. For a third-straight summer, UT brought some of its coaches and players to Johnson City to lead a competitive and instructional camp for the Lady Toppers. This year, West Ridge […]
Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy earns accreditation
East Tennessee State University Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy is celebrating a milestone that occurs once every eight years: full reaffirmation of its accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE). “ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy must undergo the reaffirmation process every eight years to ensure that our college continues to deliver a […] The post Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy earns accreditation appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
ETSU football ranked 6th in preseason coaches poll at SoCon Media Day
GREENVILLE, S.C. (WJHL) — For the second time in three years, the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Bucs were the new kids on the block at the 2024 SoCon football media day. Head Coach Tre Lamb enters his first year as head coach of the Bucs, one of two new coaches in the league this […]
Surcheros Fresh Mex signs franchise deal for seven units in Tennessee, US
American restaurant chain Surcheros Fresh Mex has announced its entry to Tennessee with a new franchise agreement. The deal, signed with Tennessee-based WilCo Fresh Mex, will see the introduction of seven new Surcheros units in the Nashville area in the company’s largest development deal to date. Franchise partner WilCo...
Man warns of mystery cat caught on camera in Tennessee
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WKRN) — A Smyrna man is working to warn his neighbors after he believes a cougar was caught on his home security camera. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) called the odds “highly unlikely” and reported its last confirmed cougar sighting nearly eight years ago.
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