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Early morning fire brings significant damage to local business
At approximately 4:50 a.m. on Monday, the Elizabethton Fire Department, along with the Elizabethton Police Department and Carter County Rescue Squad, responded to a commercial structure fire at Fatboy Fabrication, located at 1481 Highway 19-E. First-arriving personnel found heavy smoke and fire conditions emanating from the roof. Crews swiftly deployed a hand line and entered […] The post Early morning fire brings significant damage to local business appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
'Just answer the questions' | Students and parents protest in Avery County, citing lack of transparency in staffing cuts and reassignments
AVERY COUNTY, N.C. — Dozens of protesters gathered outside the Avery County Board of Education office Monday calling for more answers about reported staffing changes and other spending complaints. Photos and videos from WCNC Charlotte viewer Ellie Lecka show a mix of adults and kids on the side of...
WCSO: Man pointed gun at two people in Gray, left scene of crash
GRAY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A man was arrested on Monday and charged with aggravated assault after he allegedly pointed a gun at two people in Gray and threatened to shoot them, the Washington County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) reports. A release from the WCSO said the charges stem from an incident that took place on Sunday […]
TDOT: I-81 crash impacting Sullivan County traffic
SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – A crash on Interstate 81 is stalling traffic for drivers in Sullivan County. According to the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) SmartWay Traffic Map, the crash occurred at mile marker 67 on I-81 North near Blountville. The traffic map states the multi-vehicle crash was reported to TDOT at 5:13 p.m. […]
Storm Team 11: Scattered showers this morning
Scattered showers are expected in the region this morning as a cold front moves in and through the region. Temperatures remain seasonal with upper 60s in the Tri-Cities, upper 50s in the mountains. Mild end of the work week. Weather conditions will remain very pleasant with sunshine and seasonal low...
Newland welcome signs dedicated to two legends
NEWLAND — On Friday, April 19, the town of Newland dedicated new welcome signs to two Newland natives and local legendary figures. NBA star Tommy Burleson and College Football Hall of Famer Paul Johnson were each noted for their accolades and recognized on the new signs that greet drivers as they enter the Newland town limits. The Newland welcome signs state, “Home of Paul Johnson, 2023 College Football Hall of...
Homeless count: Up 20% from 2023, children up 100%
Numbers more than triple in three rural counties, households with children double JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Nearly 700 people in the region were identified as homeless during an annual 24-hour “point in time” count in late January — 20% more than a year earlier, on top of a 46% increase the year before. The […]
City of Elizabethton issues ‘peddler’ permits for Brightspeed salespeople
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — The City of Elizabethton said Monday it issued “Peddler” Permits to ten individuals working as door-to-door salespeople for a new home internet service called Brightspeed. The Elizabethton Police Department (EPD) assisted in notifying the public so the community could be assured of the salespeople’s legitimacy. According to a Tip 411 alert […]
Science Hill ranked 10th in state high schools, 3 other locals in top 20
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Four Northeast Tennessee high schools found themselves in the top 20 high schools in the state, according to the U.S. News & World Report’s latest rankings. The U.S. News & World Report creates its rankings based on multiple criteria, including college readiness, state assessments, underserved student performance and graduation rate. […]
Isaiah 117 House expanding resource center in Elizabethton
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WCYB) — An expansion project is in the works for a non-profit that helps children going into foster care. Isaiah 117 House cares for kids while they await placement. The expansion happening at their resource center in Elizabethton. Thanks to a donation from Eastman Credit Union, it...
A chilly and quiet evening ahead, Frost advisories go into effect Tuesday morning
The Storm Team 11 Forecast calls for clear skies with patchy frost tonight. The low will be 34 degrees. A Frost Advisory is in effect for the region late tonight through 9 AM Tuesday. Tuesday will be partly cloudy and mild with a high of 70 degrees. Cloudy skies are...
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