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Glade Spring weather warning system tests may happen Thursday afternoon
GLADE SPRING, Va. (WCYB) — Officials in Glade Spring are alerting residents that they may hear tests of the town's weather warning system on Thursday afternoon. The installation is currently ongoing. Multiple audible tests may be heard Thursday from noon to 5 p.m. The town plans to release more...
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 […]
WJ town employee receives Al Deratt Award
WEST JEFFERSON — Brandon Patrick, the Operator Responsible in Charge (ORC) for the town of West Jefferson was awarded the Al Deratt award at the 47th annual NC Rural Water Association Conference in Benton on Wednesday. Keith Buff, Technical Assistance Assistant Manager, nominated Patrick for the award. "Brandon is a great employee that ensures the wastewater plant is operating correctly to put clean water back into Little Buffalo Creek and is deserving of this award," said West Jefferson Town Manager Brantley Price.
2 adults, 2 juveniles charged in burglary at Daniel Boone High School, authorities say
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WCYB) — Two adults and two juveniles have been charged in connection to a burglary at Daniel Boone High School that happened on Friday, according to the Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff's Office. Sheriff Keith Sexton stated that deputies arrested 18-year-old Jackson Young and 18-year-old Brayden Goddard, along...
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 […]
Ashe County health inspections
The following information was provided by Appalachian Health Care. Restaurants and food stands are inspected one to four times per year, based on risk frequency, and institutional food service facilities are inspected four times per year. To view the full inspection report for inspected establishments, visit AppHealthCare’s website and search for a facility by name. If you have questions about a specific inspection report, call AppHealthCare Environmental Health offices in Alleghany (336) 372-5641, Ashe (336) 246-3356, Watauga (828) 264-4995. ...
TBI: Missing Johnson County man found safe
Update: Pierce was found safe as of 9:53 p.m. Sunday. JOHNSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has issued a Silver Alert for Harry Pierce, 90, of Johnson County. Pierce is six feet and one inch tall, 185 pounds, with gray hair and green eyes. The TBI said Pierce may be […]
Soccer Recap: Abingdon extends home winning streak to seven
Abingdon entered their tilt with John Battle with 11 consecutive wins but they'll enter their next game with 12. They never let the John Battle Trojans onto the board and left with a 7-0 win on Tuesday. Considering Abingdon has won 12 games by more than three goals this season, Tuesday's blowout was nothing new.
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,...
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.
Carter County BOE votes to close Little Milligan Elementary
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – On Thursday, the Carter County Board of Education reconsidered their initial vote to close Little Milligan Elementary, but ultimately decided to still close the school due to budget reasons. Director of Schools, Dr. Brandon Carpenter said because of the community’s concern, the board wanted to have the full picture before making […]
Constitution class graduates to receive certificates on May 23
WEST JEFFERSON — The graduating class from the Institute on the Constitution will receive their Certificates of Completion graciously provided by the institute, and receive the title of, “Constitutionalist”, at 6 p.m., Thursday, May 23 at Sweet and Savory in downtown West Jefferson. Class graduates are Terri Penzenstadler, Ernie Penzenstadler, Crystal Coldiron-Miller, William Rudder, Jean Evans, Dale Evans, Kathy Shaiken, Gee Gee Collinsworth, Floyd Collinsworth. In addition to the graduation,...
Help the Watauga Humane Society raise funds for low-cost spay and neuter services
WATAUGA COUNTY, N.C. — The Watauga Humane Society is asking for the public's help raising funds to support their spay and neuter work and food pantry. To make a direct impact, “SNIPS,” which stands for “Spray / Neuter is a Positive Solution” of Watauga Humane Society is raising funds and awareness to support low-cost spay and neuter services, which can be expensive for pet parents.
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