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Fairy Door Painting session coming to Allandale Mansion
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Allandale Mansion will host a Fairy Door Painting session on Aug. 2. The three-hour paint session will include a themed scavenger hunt for local fairies, snacks and photo opportunities, a news release stated. Laura Webb, owner of Faeriefoots of Johnson City, will be the instructor for the session. Costumes and wigs […]
Big Dog Car Show helps raise funds for shelter
The Friends of the Unicoi County Animal Shelter hosted the debut of the Big Dog Car Show at Blue Ridge Paddling on Saturday evening, bringing the community together to raise money and awareness for the local shelter. Despite storm clouds threatening to put a damper on the July 20 event,...
KPD: Driver dies after Friday crash on John B. Dennis Highway
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — The driver injured in a crash on S John B. Dennis Highway Friday has died, the Kingsport Police Department (KPD) announced Monday. According to the KPD, Noah Pence, 25 of Kingsport, passed away at the Johnson City Medical Center on Sunday night. Pence was injured in a crash that occurred around […]
UPDATE: Kingsport crash victim dies from injuries
Police officials announced the death of 25-year-old Noah Pence. His body has been sent to the Jenkins Forensics Center for an autopsy. Pence’s hatchback went off the side of the road on South John B. Dennis Highway, struck a guardrail, then hit an SUV while overcorrecting. The momentum sent Pence’s car off the highway and collided with a tree, causing a fire.
APSU political science chair contributes to Tennessee voting rights report
CLARKSVILLE, TN − The U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, established by the Civil Rights Act of 1957, appointed Phillips to its Tennessee Advisory Committee, which includes Democratic, Republican and independent members. The committee issued a report on voting rights in Tennessee this month. “The main thing you do as...
How to tell if a card reader has a skimmer: Multiple reports of skimmers found in Middle Tennessee this summer
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Another credit card skimmer was reportedly found in Middle Tennessee this summer. Earlier this month, both the Henry Police Department and the Waverly Police Department found credit card skimmers within days of each other. Over the weekend, on July 20, a card skimmer was found in...
Kingsport felon sentenced to 21 years for possessing firearm
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — A Kingsport man was sentenced to 21 years in prison on Monday after he was found to be a convicted felon in possession of a firearm. Eric Eugene Robinson, 55, will serve 262 months in prison and must be on supervised release for five years after his sentence, according to a […]
Military veterans turned farmers receive new produce logo in Tennessee
"This gives them an easy way when they are out shopping wherever that be at a farmers market, and we have some members that are selling in grocery stores," Kacey Troup, TDA's Business Development Consultant, said. "When they see that they instantly know that I am supporting both a Tennessee producer and a farmer veteran."
Grand Ole Opry blasts off: NASA astronauts sing 'Rocky Top' for Opry live from space
For the first time ever, The Grand Ole Opry welcomed an announcer from far beyond planet Earth. This weekend, the Opry presented a live performance and guest appearances from NASA astronauts, including Tennessee native Barry "Butch" Wilmore and his crew of five at the International Space Station. The guest appearance marked the...
Maury Regional Health Promotes Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to Chief Nursing Officer
Maury Regional Health is pleased to announce the promotion of Cathy Malone, MMHC, BSN, to its senior leadership team, assuming the role of chief nursing officer (CNO). “Cathy has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, exceptional clinical skills and a deep commitment to patient care,” said CEO Martin Chaney, MD. “Her vision and dedication will undoubtedly drive an ongoing positive impact at Maury Regional Health.”
'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.
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