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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.
Alice Lloyd College renovations nearly completed
PIPPA PASSES, Ky. (WYMT) - Officials at Alice Lloyd College are gearing up to welcome students back to campus soon. Classes begin on August 20. Crews are currently wrapping up construction projects on campus. Some of which were started as a result of the flood two years ago. “We have...
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 […]
Union reaches three-year agreement with Optimum in West Virginia
WEST VIRGINIA (WCHS) — Union workers announced a multi-year deal was established Wednesday for Optimum employees in West Virginia. The Communication Workers of America reached an agreement with the telecommunication company which boosts pay and job security for workers in the Beckley and Logan areas. The contract includes a...
Martin County organization brings volunteers for summer of service
INEZ, Ky. (WYMT) - Appalachia Reach Out is continuing its summer of service, inviting volunteers to Martin County. The group welcomed church members from the Ridgefield, Wash, community, taking them to homes and schools in the area to clean up, make repairs, and prepare for the upcoming school year. One...
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.
New Highmark, Williamson Memorial contract expands acute care in Mingo County
WILLIAMSON WV (WOWK) – Highmark members will be able to get acute care at the new Williamson Memorial thanks to a new contract with the Medicaid managed care plan. Williamson Health & Wellness Center and Bigh Mark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia have already had a years-long relationship, and the company’s community health workers […]
Tennessee High football continues to lean on core standards ahead of 2024 campaign
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WCYB) — It's a season of new faces and new names - but one that carries the same expectations for Tennessee High football upon the start of the 2024 campaign. A season ago, the Vikings took a big leap forward in the program with a seven win...
Two Weeks of Growth and Leadership: President’s Emerging Scholars Academy
Bluefield, WV—The President’s Emerging Scholars Academy (PESA) at Bluefield State University recently completed its enriching two-week summer academy. The program facilitated academic exploration, leadership development, and college readiness among a diverse group of future leaders. Over 30 high school students from Virginia, West Virginia, and Georgia converged on the Bluefield State campus, representing schools such as Bluefield High School, Carroll County High School, Graham High School, Mt. View High School, Princeton Senior High School, Westlake High School, and The Galloway School.
Doe Mountain Recreation Authority reports almost $1M annual economic output
MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Doe Mountain Recreation Authority (DMRA) reported on Wednesday that an economic impact analysis conducted by Tennessee Tech University found an annual economic output nearing $1 million that’s coming from the Mountain City-based recreation area. A release from the DMRA said the analysis pulled data from a newly integrated SmartWaiver […]
Community Heroes: Tara Chadwell inspires kids and families to play during Fun Fest
KINGPSORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — A lot of planning goes into making Fun Fest successful each year. It takes many people to organize dozens of activities. This week’s Community Hero is a long-time organizer of Kids Central, and she does it outside of her main job. Tara Chadwell stays busy this time of year. Not with […]
Two facing charges in connection to prayer altar fire in Martin Co.
MARTIN COUNTY, Ky. (WYMT) - Deputies with the Martin County Sheriff’s Department arrested Brian K. Robinette, 21 and Alexandra D. Riddle, 20, in connection to a prayer altar on that had been reportedly set on fire on God’s Promise Trail in Inez in June. Robinette admitted that he...
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 […]
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