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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,...
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.
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 […]
Bristol, Virginia City Council vote on lodging tax, meals tax, trash rate
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Bristol, Virginia City Council members met tonight to vote on multiple proposals. Council members voted unanimously to raise the lodging tax by 2% from 13% to 15%. However, a proposal to increase the meals tax from 10% to 11% failed by a 4-1 vote. The...
After more than 30 years, Miss Amy's child care in Abingdon to close by the end of May
ABINGDON, Va. (WCYB) — After being open for more than 30 years, Miss Amy's child care facility in Abingdon will soon close its doors permanently. Since the pandemic we've had a really hard time hiring and keeping staff and this year we were so low on staff that we were at half capacity, said Bowie.
Bristol students sign up for futures in work, military, and college sports
BRISTOL, Va. (WCYB) — Several Virginia High School students made a big commitment to their future on Tuesday. Leaders from various organizations, parents, and educators gathered for a signing event. Students committed to going to the workforce, military, or continue playing sports in college. Ellie Cobb committed to participating...
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...
Digital Desk: 2 major BBQ contests taking place in the Bluff City
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - Two exciting barbeque cooking contests are taking place right now in the Bluff City!. Thursday marks Day 2 of the World Championship Barbeque Cooking Contest at Liberty Park and the kickoff of the inaugural SmokeSlam barbeque festival at Tom Lee Park. Author Chris McCoy with The...
Walk-On’s Bristol raising funds for St. Jude
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Walk-On’s in Bristol, Tennessee is raising money for St. Jude East Tennessee this week. The restaurant, located at the Pinnacle, is hosting a give-back night Wednesday from 4 to 10 p.m., with 10 percent of every order going to St. Jude East Tennessee. Amanda McVey joined Good Morning Tri-Cities with more […]
Tennessee High, David Crockett eager for rematch with softball Region title on the line
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WCYB) — Despite hard work by the Tennessee High softball coaching staff and company to make a playable field on Wednesday night, the 3A Regional Final between the Lady Vikings and David Crockett Pioneers will have to wait another day. Pouring rain put a halt to a...
Downtown Bristol’s Sounds of Summer kicks off June 4
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Downtown Bristol’s “Sounds of Summer” concert series will kick off on June 4 with the Loose Strings Band of Galax, Va., the city announced in a release. Sounds of Summer will take place every Tuesday and Thursday during June, July and August. Admission is free and the event is family-friendly. Tuesday […]
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