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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.
Clear Fork couple asks community for help repairing an “orphan” bridge
CLEAR FORK, WV (WVNS) — Abby Boggess and David Smith of Clear Fork said they are one of around four families who have to cross an “orphaned” bridged to leave home, and they are asking charities, agencies, and individuals in the region to help make the bridge safe. The bridge, which crosses the creek at […]
Opening round of the USA softball girls’ class a 12u & 16u national championship
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — In the USA softball girls’ Class a 12u & 16u National Championship, the Phoenix from Vinton, Virginia took on the lady Lightning Gold from Raleigh, North Carolina. In the 6th inning, Phoenix’s Zoe Sartin hit one into the gap and brought Macy Akers home from third as Virginia extended its […]
Axmen pitched a shutout against the State Liners and won 4-0 in Kingsport
Kingsport, TN — Appy league in Kingsport tonight where the State liners were having their home game against the Axmen, and bottom of the fifth, Elijah Alexander grounds into a double play, shortstop Mason Swinney to second baseman Jack Torbett to first baseman Devan Zirwas. Hunter High is out at 2nd Elijah Alexander is out […]
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 […]
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