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Largen and Young split top prizes on the PremierBilliards.com’s Q City 9-Ball Tour
Keith Young and Scott Largen came into this past weekend’s (July 13-14) stop on the PremierBilliards.com’s Q City 9-Ball Tour looking for their first (recorded) victory in a regional tour event and in a way, they both found it. They met twice, hot seat and double-elimination final. Largen won the former and Young took the opening set of the true double-elimination final before they entered into negotiations for a split of the top two cash prizes. Largen was determined to be the ‘official’ winner. The event drew 45 entrants to the Borderline Brunswick Arena in Bristol, TN.
Hikes, wildlife take center stage at Warriors' Path
KINGSPORT — Warriors’ Path State Park has another week of free Summer in the Park activities on tap for visitors of all ages. Hike easy and challenging trails, meet wildlife large and small, or enjoy crafts and games. Preregistration is not required, and all of the activities are free to the community. Here’s a look at some of the programs on tap this week. See the complete list online at...
BMA approves 5% raises for Kingsport City School employees on first reading
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Kingsport City Schools (KCS) employees are only one step away from across-the-board 5% salary increases. On Tuesday, the Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen (BMA) unanimously approved an amendment to the school system’s 2024-25 budget. The amendment would grant all KCS employees a 5% cost of living increase. The Kingsport Board […]
Portsmouth business sues Virginia ABC over drink to food ratio requirement
PORTSMOUTH, Va. — If you're drinking liquor at a restaurant in Virginia do you order enough food? In a recent lawsuit one Portsmouth restaurant argues that the guidelines that set the ratio for food-drink sales are too restrictive. Restaurants with mixed-beverage licenses can't have more than 55 percent of...
Ethics Committee asks DA, TN Comptroller to investigate Rutherford Property Assessor
Rutherford County's District Attorney General and the Tennessee Comptroller should investigate an employee complaint against Property Assessor Rob Mitchell and his management, the county Ethics Committee decided Wednesday. Commissioner Robert Peay Jr. called for the unanimous 5-0 vote after saying he and his fellow committee members lack the resources to investigate the accusations...
University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga Team Makes Tiny Helmet For Special Needs Chihuahua Puppy
A Chihuahua puppy born with a life-threatening condition has a bright future ahead thanks to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s (UTC) College of Engineering and Computer Science. According to a UTC blog post, Niblet, a 2.5-pound Chihuahua puppy, arrived at Humane Educational Society (HES) in Chattanooga with a...
'This was my best friend that got killed' | Death row inmate's loved ones, private investigator, calling for exoneration
BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. — Thirty-two years ago, Tennessee investigators found the bodies of siblings Tommy Griffin and Connie Branham. They also found a burned-out car and a burned trailer connected to the crimes in Blount and Sevier counties. Gary Wayne Sutton, and his uncle, James Dellinger, were eventually convicted...
Free dental clinic coming to Wise County July 19-20
WISE COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) — A free dental clinic will take place in Wise County on July 19 and 20. The Mission of Mercy dental clinic will offer free dental services including cleanings, fillings, oral surgery and x-rays at the event. Limited denture repairs, relines and simple partials will also be available. The event will […]
Average Gas Prices Continue to Climb Across the Southside
Average gas prices across Virginia jumped six cents this week to $3.45 a gallon, while the average price of gas across the country is up by a penny to $3.51 a gallon, according to AAA. The average price of gas in Danville climbed by 11 cents to $3.38, while the...
Virginia Lottery Mega Millions, Pick 3 Night results for July 16, 2024
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at July 16, 2024, results for each game:. Mega Millions drawings take place every week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m. 05-35-42-58-66, Mega Ball: 22, Megaplier: 2. Check Mega Millions payouts and...
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