Elizabethton
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Class of 1957 celebrates 27 years of scholarships
The Elizabethton High School Class of 1957 celebrated 27 years of awarding scholastic scholarships during their high school reunion in late June at The Black Olive Restaurant. In 1997, after their 40th reunion, the class decided to use the remaining $150 to establish a scholarship fund for five deserving Elizabethton High School students. Over the […] The post Class of 1957 celebrates 27 years of scholarships appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Sullivan East's James Shirk wins gold at national SkillsUSA competition
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — James Shirk of Sullivan East High School recently won gold. Shirk placed first at the SkillsUSA national competition. He traveled to Atlanta Georgia where he participated in the CNC 5-axis programming category. More than 6,000 state champions travel to compete at the event from...
City schools tended to do better than county schools in Northeast Tennessee TCAP results
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. — The scores are in for Tennessee's standardized testing in schools. Some parts of our region are celebrating gains, while others have room for improvement. SEE THE FULL RESULTS |TCAP Assessment Results (scroll to State Assessments and click Assessment Files) Johnson City schools are celebrating the...
Appalachian Banner Academy creates calming room for fireworks event
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Every year, Johnson City hosts the Pepsi Independence Day Fireworks Celebration. This year, the event will provide a new calming room for those who need it. “We have a new sensory area for autistic and PTSD folks,” said Freedom Hall General Manager Mark Stone. “It’s a tough holiday for them, […]
Community eager for completion of Stone Castle upgrades
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Tennessee High School’s historic Stone Castle remains on track to be finished in time for this school year after facility upgrades. Construction began in November to upgrade facilities on both the home and visitor’s side, along with putting in new lighting and a new press box. Accessibility pieces have been added […]
‘FAFSA Frenzy’ helps college students get the most out of financial aid options in Johnson City
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Recent high school graduates got the chance to get help with last-minute FAFSA needs at Science Hill High School on Monday during a “FAFSA Frenzy”. Director of a tnAchieves program named Knox Access, Allison Johnson, told News Channel 11 that the event’s goal is multi-faceted: to keep Tennessee Promise Scholarship […]
Boone Little League earns district title
Diamonds are a Jenkins girl’s best friend. Jayden Jenkins, the 12-year-old sister of former Daniel Boone multi-sport standouts Jaclyn (26) and Jaycie (22), helped lift the Daniel Boone Little League to its district softball tournament last week.
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