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JCPD partners with non-profit to encourage autism awareness
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Johnson City Police Department (JCPD) and The Arc Washington County have teamed up for autism awareness by developing a challenge coin. The challenge coin is called the ‘Bear-rier Breaker’ and is in the shape of a bear. The bear symbolizes courage, protection and wisdom. “My son, Max, was diagnosed with […]
Two men accused of stealing 350 gallons of diesel from East Tennessee gas station in ‘elaborate scheme’
Two men are facing multiple charges after allegedly leading Blount County Sheriff's Office deputies on a low-speed chase and reportedly stealing 350 gallons of diesel fuel in an "elaborate scheme."
Water restored to customers after line break in Johnson City
UPDATE: According to a Johnson City spokesperson, water service had been restored as of 2:50 p.m. JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A water line break in Johnson City on Wednesday morning has affected several customers. Johnson City’s Water and Sewer Services Director Tom Witherspoon told News Channel 11 that a water line break in the […]
Johnson City Salvation Army adjusts services, plans to focus on shelter
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Salvation Army of Johnson City announced changes to the services it offers. The organization is ending its day center and free dinner service and snack bags offered to the community. According to Majors R.C. Duskin and Maureen Diffley, the changes are due to safety, staffing, and funding, with a […]
Sock Puppets topple Axmen, Doughboys dominate in JC
(WJHL) – With less than a week until the All-Star Break, teams in the Appalachian League West Division continued to search for victories on Tuesday night. A trio of early runs pushed Burlington past Kingsport on James Mitchell Bobblehead Night, 6-3. Josh Campos, Cal Sefcik and Tyler Myatt all turned in RBI for the Axmen […]
Axmen honor Mitchell with bobblehead night
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Appalachian League returned to action on Tuesday night after a day of rest on Monday. At Hunter Wright Stadium, it was a special theme night to honor a local athlete from Big Stone Gap. It was James Mitchell Bobblehead Night in the Model City for all fans in attendance. The […]
Teams trying to decipher tire wear at Bristol Motor Speedway
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Iconic Bass Pro Shops Night Race is still a few months away. But, on Tuesday, Goodyear had six NASCAR Cup Series drivers testing out tires at the World’s Fastest Half-Mile. Denny Hamlin drove to victory lane this past spring in the Food City 500 – after what he called some […]
Ridgefields course gets upgrades ahead of 75th annual invite
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – One of the oldest golf courses in the area continues to get better, as the 75th annual Ridgefields Invitational approaches at the end of the month. Course officials have been working on the greens and sand traps to make sure the tournament remains one of the best in the region. “This […]
Bristol, Virginia considers outlawing camping on city-owned property
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — People experiencing homelessness were on the minds of City Council members as they discussed a change to the public camping section of the city code in a called meeting Tuesday. Current city code states it is illegal to camp on sidewalks and right of ways. The code details what qualifies as […]
VFL Sechrist signs as UDFA with Twins
(WJHL) – Tennessee left-handed pitcher Zander Sechrist is set to be reunited with Vol teammate, Billy Amick, in the Minnesota Twins organization. Sechrist signed with Minnesota as an undrafted free agent, following the conclusion of the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday. The Georgia native was 6-1 with an ERA of 3.12 in 20 appearances for […]
Hawkins County Humane Society at capacity
ROGERSVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Hawkins County Humane Society has been overrun with animals and no longer has the space for more. “We have a bunch of makeshift kennels that we’ve put up,” said Jackie Catterson, assistant manager at the Humane Society. “We have dogs in crates, we have crates on top of some crates, […]
TBI: Missing Kingsport boy found safe
UPDATE: The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation says Nova Rice has been found safe. Previous: KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — An Endangered Child Alert has been issued for a Kingsport boy. According to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, 7-year-old Nova Rice was last seen on Monday wearing a blue tie-dyed shirt with a smiley face and blue […]
Sisneros snagged by Cubs in 2024 MLB Draft
(WJHL) – ETSU first baseman Cam Sisneros is headed for the pros, after being selected No. 422 overall by the Chicago Cubs in the 14th Round of the 2024 MLB Draft on Tuesday. The Colorado native becomes the 55th MLB draft pick or signee in Buccaneer baseball history. The SoCon Player of the Year put […]
High School Standouts: University High’s Kittrell chases down dreams on the track
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – University High junior Dalencia Kittrell started running track in the eighth grade. But, her story truly begins years earlier – almost 1,400 miles south of Johnson City. “I lived in Haiti until I was nine years-old,” she said. By the time she was three, Hunter and Jillian Kittrell had become Dalencia’s […]
Jonesborough leaders explain water conservation request
JONESBOROUGH, TENN. (WJHL) — On Monday, the Town of Jonesborough officially asked its 13,000 water customers to conserve water. On Tuesday, town officials further explained to News Channel 11 the reason for the request. Although the town’s water source is the Nolichucky River, it’s the town’s three million-gallon water tower on Persimmon Ridge that is […]
Two caregivers charged with neglect in Carter County
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — Two caregivers were arrested following an investigation into reports of neglect involving a vulnerable adult in Carter County, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI). Last week, a Carter County grand jury indicted Kwabena Kwakye, 45, and Polly Ridinger, 25, on one count each of neglect of a vulnerable adult, […]
WATCH: League of Women Voters hosts forum on proposed changes to Johnson City charter
The forum can be watched in its entirety above. JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The League of Women Voters will host a forum in Johnson City Tuesday night. The forum will focus on the four proposed amendments to Johnson City’s charter, which voters will see on their ballots on Aug. 1. The forum will start […]
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