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Hits for Hannah: Tribe softball is keeping their beloved teammate on the field with them
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — While Thursday may have seemed like any other day with softball in Kingsport against rival Science Hill - it proved to be much more for the Dobyns-Bennett Lady Indians. Down three heading into the bottom of the sixth inning, the Tribe rallied late to tie...
Business hit by car on section of Rt. 70N where speeding in rampant
Charles Wilson has been concerned about speeding near his business on Rt. 70N for years, and Monday night one of his worst fears came to fruition. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, on Monday around 10:30 a.m. Kristina Leber, 39, of Eidson, was driving a 1998 Infinity I30 that crashed into the side of Wilson’s Equipment at 1442 Rt. 70N north of Rogersville near the Hickory Cove Road intersection. The...
Kingsport to host ‘Move in May’ fitness day on Wednesday
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Kingsport Parks and Recreation will hold a “Move in May” fitness day on Wednesday at Riverwalk Park, the city announced in a release. The event will be at the park’s exercise equipment area from 6-7 p.m. Attendees will participate in outdoor machine exercises and other fitness methods. Bottled water will be […]
Domtar fined $64,650 for water permit violations
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has fined Domtar $64,650 for violating its water discharge permit multiple times in the months following startup of its new Kingsport recycled packaging facility.
PHOTO GALLERY: Eighth Grade Night at SMS
SURGOINSVILLE — The Surgoinsville Lady Eagles swept a doubleheader from Fall Branch during eighth grade night on Tuesday (April 23). Before the game, the Lady Eagles honored eighth graders Erica Bellamy, Alisson Orellana and Ava Worley and their families on the field.
Motorcycle ride to benefit Fort Blackmore Center of Excellence happening this Saturday
FORT BLACKMORE, Va--A benefit ride to honor and remember a man from Fort Blackmore is happening Saturday, April 27th. Proceeds from the first-ever Hunter W. Lane Memorial Ride will benefit the Fort Blackmore Center of Excellence. Organizers say Lane passed away Dec. 12, 2023 and the school and community meant...
Vehicle crashes into Kingsport restaurant, police say
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — A vehicle crashed into a Kingsport restaurant on Sunday, according to the Kingsport Police Department. Police responded to the La Caretta location along S. John B. Dennis Highway at around 5:45 p.m. The driver of a Kia Sedona told police that she was trying to park when she struck the business. She stated her breaks did not function properly while she was trying to park, police added.
HeartWood Kitchen & Bath Kitchen Remodel Revealed
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — Chris meets up with the owner of HeartWood Kitchen & Bath to show us one of its newly remodeled kitchen projects. He also learns more about this local company and the services it offers. For more information please call (423) 782-0661.
Tri-Cities Walk to Defeat ALS hosts walk Saturday
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL)—The Tri-Cities Walk to Defeat ALS Planning Team hosted its latest event on Saturday, and it was a memorable day for many families who have experienced an ALS diagnosis. ALS stands for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. It is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the spinal cord and brain. As ALS […]
DeWitte suggests 10 cent tax hike to cover impending Goshen bridge debt
Hawkins County Mayor Mark DeWitte told the commission Monday he’d like to see a 10 cent property tax approved to cover the debt and other expenses associated with replacing the Goshen Valley Bridge. DeWitte gave the county commission an update during Monday’s meeting on what progress has been made since county leaders became aware that the bridge will have to be replaced. Hawkins County has approximately $1.2 million of state...
Racks by the Tracks returns for 2024
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – One of the Tri-Cities’ most popular festivals is back for another year of barbecue and brews. Racks by the Tracks returns to Kingsport on May 18, featuring 20 food vendors, beer, wine and live music. Emily Thompson joined News Channel 11 with all the details on this year’s festival. Ticket prices […]
Kingsport school board considering drug testing policy
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Kingsport Board of Education (BOE) is considering implementing a drug testing policy for high school students who participate in extracurricular activities. “That’s basically an activity that a student participates in voluntarily,” Melissa Woods, BOE president, said. “It’s not associated with any type of academic curriculum. They’re not going to get […]
Community Heroes: Fugates are changing lives at Rogersville ministry
ROGERSVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — For 36 years, Of One Accord Ministry in Rogersville has served tens of thousands of people and provided millions of dollars in food, clothing and other items to those in need. It’s become more than just a place for Clay and Nila Fugate to spend their retirement years. They say they […]
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