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Kiwanis Club of Greeneville hosts Ken Earl Memorial 3 Club Challenge
Artie Wehenkel and Mary Jane Farmer of the Kiwanis Club of Greeneville tell us about the upcoming Ken Earl Memorial 3 Club Challenge Golf Tournament at Link Hills Country Club in Greeneville. For more information visit them on Facebook!
Jonesborough residents will not see a tax increase with proposed budget
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Jonesborough Board and Alderman (BMA) passed its fiscal year 2024-25 budget with no property tax increase on the first reading Wednesday. Mayor Chuck Vest said the board and staff put in a lot of hard work to get a balanced budget without a tax increase. “Our board said early on […]
Spring 2024: WXBQ Johnson City Hits a Five-Year High Share.
Bristol Broadcasting WXBQ Johnson City, TN (96.9) sees its greatest 12+ share in five years, as the market-leading station rises 14.-16.2 in Nielsen Audio’s Spring 2024 survey. Backyard Broadcasting WILQ Williamsport, PA (105.1) also holds the No. 1 spot in its market with a 15.5. In Las Cruces, NM, Adams Radio Group “Your Country 103.9” KGRT is No. 2 with a 6.2, with Bravo Mic Communications “Zia Country 99.5” KXPZ in a third-place tie at 5.6 – its greatest share since 2021.
Sullivan East not looking at a rebuild, rolls into 2024 young and fresh
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — If there is one word all programs across the country do not like to use - and that is a rebuild. For Sullivan East in 2024, that is exactly what they are avoiding as they enter the new high school football season with one of the youngest and most inexperienced groups at the varsity level in the area. Despite the loss of a major chunk of their offensive and defensive production from a year ago, they are confident there is something there that makes the Patriots unique and noteworthy of another good season.
Steele Creek Park photo contest accepting entries
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Amateur photographers can put their skills to the test in a contest to see who can best capture the natural beauty of Steele Creek Park in Bristol, Tennesse. According to a news release from the City of Bristol, Tennessee, digital submissions are being accepted for the 18th Annual Wildlife Weekend Photography […]
Niswonger Children’s Hospital teams up with area Dairy Queen stores for Miracle Treat Day
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — On Thursday, Dairy Queen stores throughout the Tri-Cities will give $1 from every Blizzard sold to Niswonger Children’s Hospital. Becca Blanton from Niswonger Children’s Hospital was in the News Channel 11 studio to explain the importance of this community fundraiser.
Johnson City native Brody Malone will have family watching at the Olympics
(WJHL) — The start of the Paris games is only days away, and once again America’s hope in men’s gymnastics will be Johnson City native Brody Malone. Malone, who was born in the Tri-Cities and still has family in the area, is making his second trip to the Olympics. The first was four years ago […]
Ballad Health caring for residents affected by sudden closure of assisted living facility
Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to include information from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Ballad Health says it is caring for more than a dozen residents affected by the sudden closure of an area assisted living facility. In a statement Wednesday night, Ballad did not name the facility […]
New Medicine fired up the night at Capones in Johnson City, TN
As the doors swung open at 6:30 PM, an enthusiastic crowd surged into Capone’s of Johnson City, Tennessee. Fans eagerly rushed to claim their favorite spots, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening. The venue hosted a series of opening acts before the headliner, New Medicine, took the stage.
Smoky Mountain Munchies opens in downtown Knoxville as owners keep an eye on changing laws
A new downtown Knoxville smoke shop has joined the ranks of those capitalizing on the 2018 farm bill that allows the sale of certain THC products, and the owners are specializing in infused food and drinks. Smoky Mountain Munchies opened this summer with hemp-derived products as the owners watch how Tennessee's...
Johnson City Public Library’s annual comic-con free & family-friendly
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Johnson City Public Library (JCPL) is hosting its sixth annual comic convention on Saturday from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The event is free for community members of all ages, and this year’s theme is titled “LibCon VI: Tome Raiders.” A release from the library said LibCon is its version of […]
City School Board OKs Policies On AI, School Visitors
As the 2024-25 school year quickly approaches, the Greeneville Board of Education adopted policies Tuesday related to school visitor conduct and the use of artificial intelligence. The new Code of Conduct for school visitors applies to parents, community members, and any other visitors to school property or during school programs/activities. The 15 new rules say visitors must not: act in a threatening manner; injure or threaten others; damage school property...
ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine earns elite national ranking
East Tennessee State University’s Quillen College of Medicine ranked inside the top five of this year’s U.S. News and World Report rankings of medical schools with the most graduates practicing in health professional shortage areas. The College of Medicine ranked fifth in that category and ranked inside the top 50 for “Medical Schools with […] The post ETSU’s Quillen College of Medicine earns elite national ranking appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Tusculum Announces Sports Hall Of Fame Class
The 2024 Tusculum University Sports Hall of Fame class has been announced and four new members will be inducted later this fall. This year’s honorees will be inducted during Sports Hall of Fame Weekend festivities on Oct. 26. This year’s class includes: football All-American Justin Houston; former baseball coach and athletic director Doug Jones; women’s tennis All-American and Academic All-American Annie McCullough; and men’s basketball standout Dante Owens. The Sports...
10-year-old named honorary firefighter after saving family from house fire
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Midway Fire Rescue made a 10-year-old an honorary firefighter after a fire started at his family home. Last Christmas on Hawthorne Drive, a fire started at the Caraballo home when the family was asleep. The first to wake up was ten-year-old Cooper who immediately...
Bristol, Tenn. City Schools unveils rebranded holiday basketball tournament ‘The Classic’
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Bristol Tennessee City Schools (BTCS) and Tennessee High School announced on Tuesday a revamped holiday basketball tournament named “The Classic.” According to a release from the school district, The Classic will take place Dec. 26-28 and Dec. 30-31 this year. The tournament, formerly known as the Arby’s Classic, has been a […]
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