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Make-A-Wish sends Kingsport boy to California to meet superheroes
ANAHEIM, Ca./KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — A big wish for a Kingsport 10-year-old came true last December. “I met the Avengers, met Tony Stark, Dr. Strange, Black Panther, Spiderman,” said Make-A-Wish recipient Lucas Kinley. News Channel 11 was there when Make-A-Wish East Tennessee sent the Kinley family to California so Lucas could meet his favorite superheroes […]
Food truck rally supports Honor Flight, veterans
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — A food truck rally in Kingsport is helping to support the Honor Flight of the Appalachian Highlands and veterans. The Tennessee/Virginia Food Truck Association has around 10 food trucks at Crossroads Global United Methodist Church (200 Bays Cove Trl, Kingsport) every second Tuesday of the month for the rally. “The second […]
MULDOWNEY'S RETURN TO BRISTOL AS A LEGEND WAS BUILT ON A HEARTBREAKING INTRODUCTION
Shirley Muldowney didn't get to be the most iconic and trailblazing drag racer, who just happened to be female, by not having an edgy nature of toughness. Muldowney continues to be a trailblazer for female drag racers. On Sunday, she will become the first of her gender to be inducted into the Legends of Thunder Valley during the NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals.
Zedalis homers again in State Liners win
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – Bristol bounced back in a big way after Saturday’s defeat in Elizabethton. The State Liners started with a pair of runs in the first inning and never looked back, setting down the River Riders, 11-6 in seven innings. Those first two runs for the road team came on one swing from […]
Jacobs Creek Job Corp's car show in Bristol raises funds with car show
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Jacobs Creek Job Corp hosted a car show in Bristol Virginia. More than 40 cars were on display at the event and even a real life boatmobile made an appearance. The event included hot dog sales, a silent auction, and a raffle drawing. Event organizers...
National Donut Day 2024 celebrated on Friday, June 7
Today is National Donut Day! What is your favorite donut shop or favorite type of donut?. In honor of the sweet occasion, Krispy Kreme in Kingsport on East Stone Drive is offering your favorite Krispy Kreme donut free. The offer at the Kingsport Krispy Kreme excludes lemon filled, blueberry and...
TBI investigating photo that led to Kingsport police sergeant’s resignation
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is investigating a photo allegedly taken by a former Kingsport police sergeant that was at some point reportedly sent to a minor. Daniel Horne resigned from his position as a sergeant within the Kingsport Police Department (KPD) on May 17, a City of Kingsport spokesperson […]
BRISTOL HAS ALWAYS BEEN TOUGH TO RACE
While only a few nitro racers who raced the old configuration of Bristol Dragway still compete in the NHRA Mission Series, and the cars might be as different as night and day between now and then, one aspect remains the same: Bristol is still an extremely challenging facility for tuners.
Blue Plum, Smoky Mountain Terror, Border Bash and more | Weekend Events in the Tri-Cities
TRI-CITIES, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) — Blue Plum Festival in Johnson City, Smoky Mountain Terror Convention in Kingsport, Border Bash in Bristol and more are taking place this weekend in the Tri-Cities. Below are events happening in the region from Friday, June 7 to Sunday, June 9. Blue Plum Festival Live music, kids zone, silent disco, vendors […]
Drag racing driver preparing for Bristol race over the weekend
BRISTOL, Tenn. — Hot rods will return to Bristol over the weekend for a competition that will last from June 7 through June 9. The National Hot Rod Association will return to the Bristol Motor Speedway for the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals. The drag racing competition promises exciting matchups, serving as the eighth of 20 races during the drag racing series season. Events are scheduled to go on every day of the weekend, ranging from factory stock showdowns to pro mod races.
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol pushes back grand opening to later in year
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — Leaders with the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Bristol announced on Wednesday that the grand opening of the permanent casino and resort space, initially intended for July, has been pushed back to later this year. A news release from the casino said a new timeline for the permanent casino and […]
Report: Nearly half of Northeast Tennessee families live paycheck to paycheck
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — 46% of Northeast Tennessee households are making less money than what’s needed to survive in today’s economy, according to a new report released by the United Way. The finding is part of the 2024 ALICE report, which focuses on families and individuals who generally have incomes above the federal poverty level but […]
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