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From teammates to coach and player: Former Gate City champs reunite at UVA Wise
GATE CITY, Va. (WCYB) — Zac Ervin and Bradley Dean were teammates when Gate City brought home a state championship in 2018. Both would go on to play in college, with Ervin closing out four seasons at Elon and Bradley Dean sharing his talents with UVA Wise and Miami (OH).
Tennessee State Museum grants $75,000 for ADA upgrades at Bays Mountain Park
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — The Tennessee State Museum recently donated $75,000 to Bays Mountain Park. Officials say they plan to use this money to make the Farmstead Museum ADA accessible with a new parking lot. Accessibility we see it as a civil right, all people have a right to...
Kingsport announces road closures for July 4 parade
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — The City of Kingsport announced road closures for the city’s Independence Day celebrations. In order to accommodate the Mack Riddle American Legion Independence Day Parade, which begins at 10 a.m., the following roads will be closed starting the morning of July 4 until the parade is finished: The parade will go […]
Summer in the Park serves up free family fun
KINGSPORT — The Summer in the Park series takes advantage of the rich natural beauty at Warriors’ Path State Park and provides a wealth of opportunities for free family recreation. This week, visitors can explore wildlife habitats, hike the park’s trails, or enjoy some spooky trails. Here’s a look at what’s on tap. Thursday, July 4 ...
Kingsport City Schools to provide free meals to all students as Tennessee schools grapple with student lunch debts
All students in Kingsport City Schools (KCS) will be eligible to receive meals at no charge, regardless of socioeconomic status, beginning August 5, a recent district announcement said. According to district officials, the Kingsport City Schools Board of Education recently voted to implement the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Community...
The Goose Chase launches Appalachian Highlands Adventure Challenge
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Goose Chase has launched a new challenge for people across the region looking to become more active. It’s called the ‘Appalachian Highlands Adventure Challenge’. According to The Goose Chase founder and president Karen Hubbs, the concept is simple. Hubbs said the goal is to walk or hike to the […]
Two Rival Hospitals Want To Join Forces. Will Patients Lose?
In Terre Haute, Ind., two rival hospitals want to merge, a move that supporters say will save patients money and help people live longer. But similar hospital consolidations in Tennessee, Virginia and North Carolina have resulted in government reports documenting diminished care. In more than a dozen states, certificates of...
Louisa County excited to host VA State Little League Major Baseball Tournament
LOUISA COUNTY, Va. (WVIR) - Louisa County will soon host some of the best little league baseball players in Virginia. District 14 and Louisa Little League will be hosting the 2024 Virginia State Little League Major Baseball Tournament in Louisa County later this month. The tournament will run July 18-23...
Fourth of July Celebrations in Southwest Virginia
SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA (WFXR) — As Independence Day quickly approaches, local communities across Central and Southwest Virginia are hosting community events to celebrate the patriotic holiday. From fireworks spectaculars to live music and parades, there is an event for everyone to enjoy during the holiday weekend. Lynchburg:. Fireworks on the...
Walking for Jorge: Adoram walks to fight against suicide
Back in June, Adoram 1029, members of the Rosa of Sharon Grand Chapter Order of the Eastern Stars came together to honor a loved one lost by bringing awareness to suicide prevention. The organization, alongside the American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Virginia Chapter, held a suicide prevention walk at Kings Fork Middle School on Saturday, […] The post Walking for Jorge: Adoram walks to fight against suicide appeared first on The Suffolk News-Herald.
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