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Bristol, Virginia economic growth building momentum
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Economic development is key to the growth of any region, but it's also something that requires an extreme amount of patience. "Economic development moves extremely slow," said Mack Chapman, the Economic Development Specialist for the city of Bristol, Virginia. In Bristol, Virginia the Bristol Casino;...
Wasps hire alum Jimmy Allen as head men’s basketball coach
EMORY, Va. (WJHL) – The Emory & Henry men’s basketball program will be led by one of its former standouts in the 2024-25 season, the university announced on Friday. Jimmy Allen, a 1993 graduate of the university, has accepted the position as the team’s head coach. Allen played for E&H from 1989-93 and helped play […]
Bristol Casino posts average revenue month in April
BRISTOL, Va. (WJHL) — The Bristol Casino posted an Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) of $13.9 million in April, a month after a record-shattering March AGI of $16.3 million, according to a report released Wednesday by the Virginia Lottery. The total was slightly above the average monthly income of $13.6 million since the casino opened at […]
Sullivan County Democrats to host food drive benefiting Hunger First
BRISTOL, Tenn. — The Sullivan County Democrats are hosting a food drive this weekend to benefit Hunger First in Kingsport. Each month for the past few years, the party has put together food bags to help those in need. Each bag contains two different proteins, one fruit, one snack,...
State Street Tattoo Fest returns to Bristol this weekend
BRISTOL, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) – If you’re a tattoo enthusiast or looking to get one, the perfect event for you is coming back to Bristol this weekend. State Street Tattoo Fest is back May 17-19 at the Foundation Event Facility. Justin Brown and Emily Champagne joined News Channel 11 with all the details on this unique […]
Downtown Bristol buzzes with excitement as In the Pines festival approaches
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — We're less than one month out from the In the Pines festival in downtown Bristol. Organizers call the lineup the “best in country music and beyond.”. Dwight Yoakam, Elle King, Paul Cauthen, and Wyatt Flores will be sharing the stage on Saturday, June 1st.
Bristol, Virginia seeks balance in housing, focuses on needed workforce homes
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — For those considering a move to Bristol, Virginia, some may find their options limited. According to Zillow, the average home value in Bristol, Virginia is nearly $191,000, up 10% during the past year. Housing -- or a lack of housing options, is something Bristol, Virginia...
Bristol seeking proposals to reuse school buildings; more …
From elsewhere: Virginia child care rating system aims to improve kids’ school readiness. Grayson's wind, solar ordinance advances. COPA monitor: Ballad underspending on capital upkeep. The post Bristol seeking proposals to reuse school buildings; more … appeared first on Cardinal News.
13th-seeded Aggies battle 5th-seeded Virginia in women's tennis Elite 8
The Texas A&M women’s tennis team has flown underneath the radar for most of the season, but that changed with last week’s 4-1 victory over defending national champ North Carolina. “It felt really good to finally go out and get a signature win and it just gives our...
Russell County Hospital relocates, improves access to cancer center
RUSSELL COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – Ballad Health celebrated the renovation of its cancer care department at Russell County Hospital Friday. Hospital administrators cut the ribbon on the cancer care center after it was relocated and received improvements. According to Ballad Health, the relocation and renovation of the center will improve access and comfort for oncology […]
Washington County, Va. Sheriff’s Office: Missing juvenile found safe
Update: Stanley has been located safely, according to an update from the Washington County, Virginia Sheriff’s Office. GLADE SPRING, Va. (WJHL) — The Washington County, Virginia Sheriff’s Office is asking the public for help in locating a missing juvenile who was last seen in Glade Spring. According to a release from the sheriff’s office, Madison […]
Local teen earns national award for fundraising, advocacy
DALLAS (WJHL) — A Tri-Cities teenager has earned a national award for her fundraising and advocacy for heart health. The American Heart Association named Aniston Barnette of Bristol, Tennessee its National Teen of Impact Award winner. She was one of 142 nominees from across the country and was named the Tri-Cities 2024 Teen of Impact […]
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