This Tiny North Carolina Mountain Village Still Pours 5-Cent Coffee Beside An 1883 Store

A nickel will not buy much in North Carolina these days, but in one High Country valley it can still buy a cup of coffee. That cup sits beside a creaky wooden counter inside a general store that has been open since the 1880s, in a village with fewer residents than many big-city apartment buildings.

Daytime LIVE at Meadowview Convention Center in Kingsport

Amy takes us for a visit to Meadowview Convention Center in Kingsport as they host a Great Dane Dog Show and we also find out about some of the other amazing things happening at Meadowview over the next couple of months! Please watch the videos to discover more!

Monster Fest 3: The Revenge brings Halloween thrills to the Bonnie Kate

The monsters are returning to the historic Bonnie Kate Theater as “Monster Fest 3: The Revenge” brings a lineup of classic horror films, Halloween favorites and family-friendly entertainment to downtown […]

Grace Meadows Farm Creamery comes to Johnson City

Earlier this month, Grace Meadows Farm Creamery hosted its grand opening for its newest location in Johnson City. The grand opening took place on Oct. 7, when they hosted a giveaway with an opportunity to win free ice cream for a year, in addition to giving out free ice cream scoops for the first 30 minutes during the event.

Local student wins photo contest with apropos shot

Heritage Days itself is a Rogersville tradition dating back to the late 1970s. Care NET’s photo contest for Hawkins County high school students is only in its third year, but it continues to draw a strong response from local young photographers. The theme for this year was an unwittingly prophetic one: “Whatever the Weather.” During Heritage Days, visitors and event organizers found themselves sweating out the remnants of a powerful hurricane that thankfully stayed well to the west of Hawkins County and brought only some wind and occasional showers. Bill Kornrich of Care NET described it as a “definite “Whatever the Weather” weekend.” Victoria Jones of Clinch High School captured the spirit of the day perfectly. Those who attended Heritage Days on Saturday were treated to a double rainbow following one of the squalls. Jones’ winning entry displayed such a phenomenon. Jones will receive a Fuji Film Instax camera with printing paper for her first-place prize. Clinch also had the runner-up, Jaxon Davis, who will receive a $50 gift certificate. Finishing third and claiming a $25 gift certificate was Jackson Zill of Cherokee High School. Care NET sponsors the photo contest each year for Hawkins County high school students. It

Wally the Woolly Worm Predicts a Cold, Snowy Start to Winter

BANNER ELK — Wally, the winning woolly worm at this year’s Woolly Worm Festival, is calling for a cold and snowy start to winter. Festival officials released the champion’s prediction after the race. Wally’s coat is read one segment at a time, with each segment matching a week of winter.

Local honey wins at state competition

Winners from left: Chris Slay, Johnson County High School FFA representatives Brian Arnold and Chloe Johnson and Janice Friend. — Participation in the honey show is open to all members of the TBA. Angela Rothermel was there representing MCBA. The competition was strong among participants showing their dedication to the art, science and craft of being a beekeeper. The honey being judged was the product of many hives of bees flying thousands of collective miles to collect the nectar that is converted into the golden liquid.Beekeepers from MCBA and TBA celebrate this wonder of nature at the annual contest and the meticulous work it takes from the both the bees and the beekeepers who tend the hives all year.

PHOTO GALLERY: Greeneville edges Volunteer for 2-AA title

GREENEVILLE — Angelyn Diaz scored twice and assisted Kinsley Spradlen on a third goal as Greeneville held off Volunteer 3-1 to capture its 22nd consecutive district championship on Thursday, Oct. 15 at Fox Field. The Volunteer defense held Greeneville scoreless until the 37th minute when Diaz took a pass from Andrehina Moreno and found the back of the net for the 1-0 lead. That’s where it stood at the intermission. Three minutes into the second half, Diaz dished to Spradlen for a goal and the 2-0 lead. Volunteer cut the deficit to 2-1 in the 51st minute when freshman Ansley Glass scored on an assist from senior Raya Kochemba. Diaz struck again with about three minutes left in the match to give the Lady Greene Devils some breathing room with the 3-1 lead. Volunteer keeper Khloe Sanders had 17 saves in the title match. “Couldn’t be more proud of the effort tonight. Khloe had a fantastic game. The whole team played well,” Volunteer coach Mitchell Magill said. “Looking forward to a potential rematch in a week. I think we can get there if we play the way we did tonight.” In the District 1-AA tournament championship, Arvella Nave scored two

Swifty Pig wins Tri-Cities Best Brisket

SULPHUR SPRINGS, Tenn. (WJHL) - David Ford spent a lengthy career with the United States Department of Agriculture and had the opportunity to travel across the country. But he knew a few years ago that it was time to return home. Ford and his family got Swifty Pig BBQ off...

JC Commission gives first approval for Culver’s property transfer

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tri-Cities’ first Culver’s restaurant took another step toward eventually opening in Johnson City on Thursday night. The Johnson City Commission approved the conveyance of the property behind the West State of Franklin Road Publix on first reading during its Thursday meeting. The property is approximately 1.88 acres and is […]

Phil’s Dream Pit opens new Elizabethton location

ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — The second brick-and-mortar Phil’s Dream Pit location officially opened its doors on Friday. Phil’s Dream Pit has been a staple barbecue restaurant in the Kingsport and Gray communities for years; its flagship location is on Eastern Star Road. Phil’s Dream Pit CEO Brian Pipkin told News Channel 11 that the City […]

The power of storytelling: What the country could learn from a small-town festival

Josh Goforth, a storyteller and acoustic musician in his 40s, stood at the microphone beneath the Courthouse Tent in Jonesborough, Tennessee. He had decided to start his set with a song, and since the tent was just yards from the railroad tracks, he chose a bluegrass standard called “I’m Bound to Ride.” It follows a […]

Scout and Azure need forever homes this weekend

(WJHL) – Tails and Paws for Friday, October 16, 2026. Tails Paws highlights animals that are up for adoption at various animal shelters across the Tri-Cities. Today we focus our attention on some of the cats that are up for adoption at the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter. If...

Grab A Stool At Ridgewood Barbecue In Bluff City, Where East Tennessee Has Eaten Smoked Ham Since 1948

Some restaurants chase trends, and some simply refuse to change because they got it right the first time. In the hills of Bluff City, Tennessee, there is a barbecue spot tucked into a quiet residential stretch that you might drive past without a second glance. Locals know better. Families have...

Shanghai Chinese owners say farewell ahead of restaurant closure

BRISTOL, VA. (WJHL) - After 30 years, Shanghai Chinese restaurant, a place that's full of memories, community, and good food, is coming to a close. Owners Ying and Xian Chen are thankful for the love customers have shown over the years. The restaurant is having a special celebration for the community and customers.

Friendly Cats Supervise the Stacks at This Small-Town Tennessee Bookstore With Thousands of Titles

Some of the best finds in Tennessee hide behind ordinary storefronts on quiet main streets. This one looks modest from the road, then opens into aisle after aisle of books, movies, and puzzles that seem to keep going. Two friendly cats keep an eye on the shelves while shoppers hunt...

Elizabethton/Carter County Animal Shelter to host Halloween adoption event

ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Elizabethton/Carter County Animal Shelter will host its Spooktacular Adoption Event at the shelter on Oct. 22. The event will be from 2-6 p.m. Adoption fees for all animals will be $25 throughout the week. Vet references are required for puppies and kittens, the shelter said. “Autumn is a wonderful time […]

Brews and Boos happening this weekend in Jonesborough