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New tea, coffeehouse opens in downtown Kingsport
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — A new herbal tea and coffeehouse is welcoming customers in Kingsport. Gypsy Bean Leaves & Things is located at 115 E Market Street in Kingsport. “We are an herbal tea and coffee bar with a metaphysical side, so we have crystals and rocks because I like rocks, and we have candles […]
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7 Family-Friendly Eateries in Johnson City, TN
Discover family-friendly restaurants in Johnson City, Tennessee, from donut shops and bakeries to taco spots and Southern fare. Known as a wonderful place for families, Johnson City boasts a dining scene that reflects those values. You’ll find that many area restaurants offer atmosphere and menus specifically designed for all ages. Here are seven spots to get families started on their exploration of the city’s dining scene.
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This Tennessee Barbecue Joint Serves Beef Brisket You’ll Never Forget
Some barbecue memories linger long after the table is cleared, and this one earns its reputation bite by bite. The Firehouse brings patience, smoke, and restraint together in a way that feels deeply satisfying. Brisket arrives tender, boldly seasoned, and sliced with confidence, carrying a smoke ring that signals care...
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“Make it a Grand Week”- Olivia Lobertini, The Grand on Central
MORRISTOWN, TN (WLAF)- Riley Faulkner celebrated his 23rd birthday on Thursday, and he celebrated again on Saturday afternoon at Cherokee Lake. “We caught two big ones in the last hour of the tournament,” said fisherman Faulkner of Jacksboro. He didn’t know it at the time, but that late day haul made the difference for Faulkner and his teammate Mason Phillips.
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Bonnie Kate Theatre to perform musical comedy adaptation of classic tale
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – ‘Once Upon a Mattress’ opens at the Bonnie Kate Theatre in Elizabethton on March 20. The musical comedy, based on the classic fairy tale The Princess and the Pea, will have performances through March 29. According to a press release from the Bonnie Kate Theatre, the show first premiered in 1959 […]
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Charles Baxter to visit for Wonderlands Exhibition
This Tuesday, literature and art lovers alike will be able to enjoy a visit from novelist Charles Baxter. Taking place at 3 p.m. on March 10, the author lecture is part of a collaboration between the Reece Museum and the Bert C. Bach Written Word Initiative. Baxter, an acclaimed novelist and short story writer known for his work “Feast of Love” as well as scholarly criticism, will share his experience alongside the museum exhibit inspired by his work.
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The Chicken Salad At This Virginia Country Store Is So Tasty You’ll Crave It Daily
Somewhere along a stretch of highway in the Virginia mountains, there’s a country store that people can’t stop talking about. Locals rave about it, road-trippers stumble upon it by accident, and everyone leaves with a bag full of goodies and a serious craving for more. Is this Virginia’s...
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Hawkins County church giving back by celebrating Tennessee's 'Day of Hope'
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Johnson City Brewing Company’s Main Street taproom to close in August
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Swig in Johnson City now open
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — There is a new place to get a dirty soda in Johnson City. Swig on N. Roan Street had a line out into the road around 6 p.m. on Thursday, on its opening day, as eager customers placed their first orders. “Dirty Soda Era Starts Today!” could be read on […]
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Bear’s Subs to open new Blountville location March 10 with drive-thru on Highway 126
BLOUNTVILLE, Tenn-- A popular Tri-Cities sub shop is adding a new location, bringing its menu — and a drive-thru — to Blountville. Bear’s Subs will officially open at 3172 Highway 126 on Tuesday, March 10th. The restaurant will offer the same menu items as its Bristol location,...
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Umoja and The Collective show what freedom looks, sounds like
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Umoja and The Collective celebrated freedom on Friday at the Langston Center in Johnson City. “A Celebration of Freedom” showed what freedom looks and sounds like. The event featured music, poetry, and storytelling from local groups and individuals, including The Collective, Jasmine Henderson, Taleah Rogers, the ETSU Gospel Choir and […]
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Dave & Buster’s coming to Bristol, TN, company says
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Dave & Buster’s has confirmed it plans to open a new location in Bristol, Tennessee. A spokesperson shared a list of talking points about the upcoming Bristol location with News Channel 11. In the talking points, the company confirmed the entertainment venue will bring hundreds of arcade games, along with food, […]
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Benefit concert for Kevin Love on March 22
Bluegrass fans in east Tennessee will have the chance to help out one of their own on March 22, as several well known musicians come together to support Kevin Love. Love, a banjo and guitar player who has been involved in the bluegrass scene in the Tri-Cities area for many years, has recently had a lengthy hospital and rehabilitation stay after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome.
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Tom Petty tribute coming to Niswonger March 20
GREENEVILLE — Experience the authentic sound and raw energy of the late, great Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers as The Breakers, the country’s premier Tom Petty tribute band, comes to Niswonger Performing Arts Center in Greeneville, on March 20 at 7:30 p.m. Established to ensure fans can continue to enjoy the live experience of Petty’s music, The Breakers are celebrated for meticulously capturing the unmistakable sound and emotional execution of the original band, which sets them apart from the rest. A Focus on Sound, Not Sight Unlike many tribute acts who substitute visual mimicry and props for musical fidelity, The Breakers are a no-frills rock band dedicated to musical authenticity. The band avoids the use of wigs, top hats, or costumes, focusing solely on the quality of the music. Founder Tom Smith stated, “We wanted to approach the tribute genre as a true live band,” adding that lead vocalist Chris Chartier provides “the most genuine sounding Petty experience in the country.” The band’s members bring passion and dedication to every song, coming from backgrounds of recording and touring with original bands. The Breakers formed in the fall of 2018 and spent months honing their sound out of respect for Tom