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Little City Roller Derby hosting youth clinic next week
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Kids have the chance to learn how to skate and partake in a roller derby at a clinic next week. Little City Roller Derby out of Bristol is hosting that youth clinic on Monday, May 13 and Wednesday, May 15. It’s 6-9 p.m. both nights. Veronica Watson joined Good Morning […]
Kitten saved from danger by Bristol, Va. police finds forever home
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — A kitten in a dangerous situation was saved by Bristol, Virginia first responders on Friday before finding its forever home. A social media post by the Bristol, Virginia Police Department (BVPD) said citizens located a kitten stuck in the undercarriage of a vehicle in the parking lot of the Pal’s on […]
West Greene wins first title in 52 years and DB and TN High advance on the softball field
(WJHL) — A spot in the District 1-4A softball championship was on the line tonight when top seed Daniel Boone hosted Dobyns-Bennett. The Lady Indians would jump out to a 3-0 lead early and then turned to their defense and pitching to hold off the Lady Blazers and win 3-1. They will now play the […]
Despite rain, locals flock to Bristol Farmer's Market opening
Saturday’s rainy weather didn't stop locals from coming to support the first day of the Bristol Farmer's Market. More than a dozen vendors were selling a variety of hand-crafted items and food. The market's organizers tell us the vendors sold out of items, and they expect a big turnout...
Northeast State celebrates 853 spring graduates
Northeast State celebrated the spring graduating Class of 2024 on Tuesday as the College awarded degrees and certificates to 853 students. Northeast State awarded 12 academic certificates, 318 technical certificates, 276 associate of applied science degrees, 20 associate of arts degrees, 15 associate of science in teaching degrees, and 419 associate of science degrees. The […] The post Northeast State celebrates 853 spring graduates appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Carter Fold welcomes weekend of music, Barter show to the stage
HILTONS, Va. — The Carter Family Fold is accustomed to talent-filled trios. But this weekend includes a trio of entertainment spanning throughout the weekend with bluegrass, country music and the story of Johnny Cash. The Fold will welcome Sister Sadie along with Trey Hensley on Friday, May 10, as...
Kelly Fisher wins two-match battle with Kristina Tkach to win WPBA Borderline Invitational
Janet Atwell hosts first Borderline Brunswick Invitational in a new Borderline Billiards facility. Unlike pool tours that measure member performance on more or less of a yearly basis, wiping the slate clean to start fresh once a tour’s new season gets underway, the Women’s Professional Billiards Association’s (WPBA) Leaderboard is a snapshot of its last 10 events; a sort of ‘what have you done for me lately’ look at a player’s accomplishments on the tour, represented in points-earned. With two of the WPBA’s top competitors (Jasmin Ouschan, #3 and Allison Fisher, #7) not in attendance for this past (long) weekend’s Borderline Brunswick Invitational (May 1-5), there were opportunities, both literally and figuratively, ‘on the table’ for those who were in attendance to advance a notch or two on the Leaderboard.
Carroll boys win track invitational in Bristol
Nathanael Dalton won two events May 4 as Carroll County’s boys’ track team won the VA Relays at Virginia High School in Bristol, Va. Carroll County head coach Shawn Montgomery said the first-place boys’ finish was the program’s first invitational win in many years, though he wasn’t sure exactly how long it had been. Carroll County’s girls also had a big day, finishing second out of 11 teams. Dalton won...
VDOT completes $120M project on Route 58 between Abingdon & Damascus
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) – The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) celebrated the completion of a years-long project near Damascus on Wednesday. According to a news release from VDOT, crews removed the last of the work zone barrels along Route 58, marking the end of the project between Abingdon and Damascus. The road widening project from […]
Bristol's State Street Farmer's Market to kick off 25th season celebrating local produce
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WCYB) — Spring produce, crafts, and locally raised meats are making a return to Bristol. The State Street Farmer's Market officially launches its 25th season on Saturday, May 4. The market will be held Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the Downtown Center on State...
Bristol, VA city leaders seek new businesses to stimulate local growth
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Bringing new business to Bristol, Virginia is something city leaders say is a top priority. "We are out here trying to actively recruit all types of industries -- technology, healthcare," said Anthony Farnum, a city council member in Bristol, Virginia. "It's fun, it's different every day, and sometimes, we have some wins -- sometimes we have some losses."
National Day of Prayer event set for Thursday in Bristol
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Thursday marks the National Day of Prayer and an event is set to happen in Bristol. One of the largest events in the region is scheduled for 6 p.m. at Cumberland Square Park. The event has been held midday in past years. Organizers are hoping...
Sullivan County Health Council will address community wellbeing
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – A newly formed health council has been formed in Sullivan County. The Sullivan County Health Council was established by the county commission and county mayor with support from the cities of Kingsport and Bristol, according to a news release from the Sullivan County Regional Health Department. The health council will […]
Bristol Virginia Fire Department awarded grant to provide free smoke detectors to locals
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Three out of five home fire deaths were caused by fires in properties with no smoke alarms, or smoke alarms that failed to operate, according to the National Fire Protection Association. That's why the Bristol Virginia Fire Department is working to ensure residents are protected.
10-month-old infant abducted in Scott County found safe, woman charged, authorities say
SCOTT COUNTY, Va. (WCYB) — Update: An Amber Alert out of Scott County has been canceled after a 10-month-old infant boy was found safe, according to authorities. Police said that both 10-month-old Cedar Samuel Griffith and 30-year-old Ashley Jordan Griffith were found safe. The Scott County Sheriff's Office said...
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