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River Riders wash out Doughboys on Sunday
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – The River Riders used some-late inning offense to take down West Division neighbor, Johnson City, 6-2. Kade Huff drove home a pair for Elizabethton in the victory, while James Woody and Cadyn Karl added an RBI each. Christian Toledo accounted for the lone Johnson City RBI of the evening. Johnny Montgomery […]
2024 squad raises the standard for ETSU baseball
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Former ETSU first baseman, Cam Sisneros, is just a day away from embarking on his journey as a professional baseball player in the Chicago Cubs organization. He says, he wouldn’t have made it this far without his time at ETSU. Sisneros told reporters this past week that he became a […]
Stories of Technology, Innovation, & Entrepreneurship in the Southeast
News & Notes | Ticket prices rise soon for “Startup Mountain Summit”. Nashville's HeroWear, an exosuit technology and solutions company, has hired the company’s first Chief Operating Officer. From Johnson City:. FoundersForge reminded people on Friday that early bird ticket pricing for the second annual “Startup Mountain Summit”...
Feathered Friends: Goldfinches are much more than another pretty bird
Johnson City resident Jo Wheeler posted a comment on Facebook on July 15 under a weekly posting promoting the “Feathered Friends” weekly column. “We saw the American goldfinch in out backyard over the weekend,” Jo wrote. “It was amazing.”
Brights Zoo hosts car show to benefit giraffe conservation
LIMESTONE, Tenn. (WJHL) — Brights Zoo hosted its first ever car show fundraiser on Saturday to support giraffe conservation around the globe. Despite some rain, several classic cars, modern hotrods and even a mock tank vehicle attended the event. News Channel 11’s John Jenco was a judge at the car show. Each entry cost $10 […]
River Riders drop series opener to Johnson City
The Elizabethton River Riders dropped their fifth game in a row on Saturday in the series opener to the Johnson City Doughboys, 5-3. Elizabethton (14-25) jumped out to an early lead against Johnson City (19-18) after Nick Hockemeyer (Purdue Fort Wayne) singled in the second to score two. Hockemeyer finished the night with one hit and two RBIs.
Axmen stay hot at home, Doughboys win in E-Town
(WJHL) – Appalachian League teams began a final series on Saturday night before Monday’s All-Star break. In Elizabethton, three runs from the Doughboys in the fifth frame secured a 5-3 road victory. Kyler Proctor and Braden Spano (Milligan) each launched two-run homers, while Nate Conner added the additional RBI for Johnson City. Owen Slater earned […]
Warren, Bayless inducted into Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) – Twelve deserving individuals were inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame in the Class of 2024 on Saturday night – two of whom made a tremendous impact in Northeast Tennessee. Longtime ETSU head men’s golf coach, Fred Warren, and legendary Happy Valley boy’s basketball coach, Charlie Bayless, received their honors […]
Local gym hosts fundraiser for Boys and Girls Club, Wounded Warrior Project
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – A bit of rain did not stop The Club 24 Hour Fitness Center from holding its “Dead Lift Athon” fundraiser on Saturday. The proceeds from the fundraiser benefitted the local Boys and Girls Club and Wounded Warrior Project. “Dead Lift Athon” included a live DJ, vendor giveaways, door prizes every […]
Local politicians react to Biden’s exit from presidential race
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Following President Joe Biden’s announcement that he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential race, local politicians are sharing their opinions. Many local and regional lawmakers said this gives the Democratic Party a chance to reset and disrupt the dynamic. Some have already thrown their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris. “For me, […]
FAFSA Clinics Next Week Supporting UC Families
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission is offering free FAFSA clinics to give Upper Cumberland families hands-on support while applying for federal student aid. Senior Outreach Director Jason Seay said they have always had FAFSA workshops at high schools and colleges throughout the state but families need more support this year. Seay said last year’s revamping of the system has led to technical issues and some parental concerns.
Symphony of the Mountains, Roy Cornelius Smith takes stage at “Music at the Mansion”
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Allandale Mansion Amphitheatre hosted the “Music at the Mansion” event on Sunday. The Symphony of the Mountains and guest soloist Roy Cornelius Smith took the stage Sunday afternoon to perform patriotic favorites. Symphony of the Mountains is a local orchestra that covers pop songs, classic hits and more. They also […]
Kingsport goes back to the nineteenth century at Farm Fest
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) -Hamlett-Dobson Funeral Homes and Exchange Place Living History Farm celebrated the joys of country life Sunday afternoon with their Farm Fest event, which is part of the Fun Fest. Farm Fest was a nineteenth-century-inspired, family-friendly event that included fresh food, sack races, hayrides, flowers, crafts, and a cakewalk. Live music was played […]
Early Voting for Aug. 1 State and Federal Primaries and County General Elections Continues Through July 27
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett encourages all registered Tennessee voters to utilize the early voting period for the Aug. 1 State and Federal Primaries and the County General Elections as a safe and secure way to cast their ballots. “We want all registered Tennessee voters to make their voices...
Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer pageant comes to close
JACKSON, Tenn.—The Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer pageant is back in the Hub City. Many residents filled the seats of the Carl Perkins Civic Center for the Miss Tennessee Teen Volunteer competition. This is a title awarded to the winning contestant by the Miss Tennessee Volunteer organization, a non-profit based here in Jackson.
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