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JCFD responds to house fire on Shawnee Road; all residents and pets safe
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Johnson City Fire Department (JCFD) responded to a house fire on Shawnee Road Thursday evening. The owners of the house said the fire started after a lawn mower caught fire in the garage. All residents and pets did make it out safely, the owner reported.
Man charged following shooting in Johnson City, police say
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — A man was charged following a shooting in Johnson City that happened on Tuesday, according to police. Marcus Prather, 45, of Johnson City, was charged with aggravate assault, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and reckless endangerment. Officers responded to the 200...
Ken's Corner: Recital by Music Mountain students showcases local talent
I always enjoy placing a spotlight on the local talent in our community, as we have plenty to enjoy and celebrate. The sound of music was front and center at Blue Ridge Paddling in Erwin on Saturday, April 20, when Music Mountain held a spring recital. Forty-five of the 75...
Missing East Tennessee Woman Found Safe, Ending Search Prompted by Silver Alert
The search for a missing East Tennessee woman drew to a close Monday night as the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reported that Oretha Kollie had been found safe. A Silver Alert had been issued earlier in the evening by the TBI on behalf of the Jonesborough Police Department after concerns escalated over her whereabouts due to a medical condition that could impair her ability to return safely on her own.
WCSO: Inmate charged with attempted murder after attack on corrections officer
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — An inmate at the Washington County, Tennessee Detention Center (WCDC) has been charged with attempted second-degree murder after she reportedly attacked a corrections officer in a housing unit on Wednesday morning. According to a social media post by the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO), Patricia Nunley, 44, of Bristol, Tennessee, was […]
High school sports scores and highlights: April 25, 2024
The regular season has begun to wind down towards the playoffs for many spring sports squads in the Tri-Cities - setting up some nices races for seeding in district play. One of those good races for the second spot behind Daniel Boone is the battle between Dobyns-Bennett and Science Hill on both the baseball and softball diamonds in the Big East Conference.
Erwin's new patrol captain comes from family dedicated to community
Wayne Edwards comes from a family dedicated to serving the community. The 29-year veteran officer with the Erwin Police Department was recently promoted to the rank of patrol captain. “My granddad, Ray Edwards, worked for the Erwin Police Department. He was a captain,” Edwards said. “My uncle was Keith...
Multiple arrests made by Elizabethton Police Department on various charges
The following arrests have been reported by the Elizabethton Police Department: On April 24, officers responded to a request for assistance at 720 West Elk Avenue (Cato). Steve Mahan reported that his daughter, Terese Kristin Kimes-Gibson, refused to exit his vehicle when he attempted to take her to the hospital in Johnson City. Upon arrival, […] The post Multiple arrests made by Elizabethton Police Department on various charges appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Unicoi County Library receives new books thanks to Library of Congress program
ERWIN, Tenn. (WJHL) — Rep. Diana Harshbarger visited the Unicoi County Public Library to donate books from the Library of Congress. The Unicoi County library lost more than 2,700 books in January due to water damage. But on Thursday, the library received hundreds of new books thanks to a Library of Congress program that gives […]
Local law enforcement agencies support arming teachers
(WJHL) — Tennessee teachers are just one signature away from gaining the ability to carry concealed weapons in their classrooms, and some local law enforcement agencies say they welcome the help securing school campuses. A controversial bill allowing teachers who already have a concealed carry permit and meet certain criteria has passed the Tennessee General […]
Carter County school board votes to close Little Milligan at end of year
By Robert Sorrell Star Correspondent Following budget discussions, the Carter County Board of Education on Thursday voted to close Little Milligan Elementary School. The school, which has 69 students, will close at the end of the school year following Thursday’s vote during a contentious special-called school board meeting. In addition to closing the school, the […] The post Carter County school board votes to close Little Milligan at end of year appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Eckes will have local Brownie King’s throwback colors on his truck in Darlington
Johnson City, TN — Last month we told you about local racing legend Brownie King……. one of the few drivers to compete on the sands of Daytona Beach and in the inaugural 1959 Daytona 500 would be a part of the Darlington throwback racing weekend. This morning Christian Eckes and his crew announced they will […]
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