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Responder Rib Cookoff at Doe Mountain Recreation Area
(WJHL) Brie Novack of Doe Mountain Recreation Area tells us about an upcoming Rib Cookoff by first responders coming up Saturday, July 27th to raise money for area fire departments. To learn more, watch the video.
Tennessee broke tampering rules for transfers, but it had good excuses for NCAA
Baseball, men’s basketball and women’s soccer coaches committed minor NCAA violations by contacting players enrolled at other universities. The infractions were self-reported. And the NCAA determined the coaches had reasonable excuses for breaking the rules. Players said they were in the transfer portal before they were. And UT...
Weather 7-24-2024 Rain Continues
Rain is in the forecast for the foreseeable future every day. Some storms may be strong. Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm. High near 85. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
New Tennessee law allows developers to use private inspectors, sparking debate
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A new state law allows developers to hire their own private building inspectors, which allows them to avoid using government inspectors. The law will go into effect in October, and while developers say this is a big win, critics have some concerns. From homes to...
Judah & The Lion to perform in Bristol, Tennessee
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Alternative band Judah & The Lion and indie rock band Alpine Motel will perform acoustic sets at the Paramount Bristol on Aug. 7. The event is part of 99.3 the X’s Stripped Down Summer concert series sponsored by Kia of Johnson City. No tickets are required for the free concert but […]
ETSU Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy earns full reaccreditation
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — East Tennessee State University’s (ETSU) Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy has earned full accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education. Dr. Debbie Byrd, dean of ETSU Gatton College of Pharmacy and interim dean of the College of Nursing, said the reaffirmation process happens every eight years. “ETSU Gatton College […]
'Biggest race of my life:' Local motocross racer prepares for national championship in TN
A local motocross racer is soon heading to Tennessee in hopes of being crowned the fastest in the country. Seven-year-old Maverick Novak is getting ready to race against 41 other kids in his age group for a national championship. “This is the biggest race of my life,” Novak says.
Daytime Live: Funfest Putt-Putt Tourney & Splash Dance
Chris takes us to Kingsport as the Funfest Putt-Putt Tournament is underway, and we preview this afternoon’s Splash Dance, as the Kid’s Central event wraps up! Please watch the videos to discover more about all the exciting events taking place during Funfest!
Owner of Red’s Tip Top Hair-Shop glad to be downtown
In need of a fresh haircut or a trim? There’s a new business in downtown Erwin to meet those needs. Red Helton, owner and barber for Red’s Tip Top Hair-Shop, spoke to The Erwin Record about the new business. “I offer various cuts for all ages,” Helton said....
Weather 7-24-2024 Rain Continues
Rain is in the forecast for the foreseeable future every day. Some storms may be strong. Showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm. High near 85. South southwest wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 80%. New rainfall amounts between a tenth and quarter of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.
Tennessee campaign finance officials blast AG, calling deferral of inquiry an abdication
Members of Tennessee’s Registry of Election Finance on Tuesday accused Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti of sluggish and inadequate handling of campaign finance investigations, calling his approach “an abdication of responsibility.” The registry oversees campaign finance in Tennessee and criticism arose from an investigation requested by members into a complaint against two groups that...
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