FOOD & DRINK
Nolichucky Opry, Farmers Market to both debut June 7
The Erwin Farmers Market and the Nolichucky Opry will both begin their seasons in downtown Erwin on June 7. The Erwin Farmers Market will run until Aug. 30 and will be held every Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. The market is operated by RISE Erwin and is held in the parking lot across the street from the Gathering Place park.
Elizabethton starting new food truck rally series Friday afternoon
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – If you need a bite to eat Friday afternoon or just want to relax outside, Downtown Elizabethton is the place to be. You can check out Bites by the Bridge on Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring five food trucks, outdoor seating and games. Kelly Kitchens joined News Channel […]
Unicoi County High School’s culinary arts class to host ‘Food Truck Thursday’
UNICOI, Tenn. (WJHL) – A local high school will host ‘Food Truck Thursday’ in the Clinchfield Federal Credit Union parking lot, the credit union said in a social media post. On Thursday, the Unicoi County High School culinary arts classes will host a food truck to showcase the cooking skills students have whipped up this […]
Basque Rooftop Bar at Watauga Brewing Company reopens Wednesday
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Basque Rooftop Bar at Watauga Brewing Company is reopening on Wednesday. A grand opening event for the bar will be held starting at 4 p.m. Wednesday. The event is open to the public. News Channel 11 spoke with the executive chef of Watauga Brewing Company, Todd Dawn, who said […]
34th Kids Fishing Day Set For Saturday
The 34th Ogle Neas Kids Fishing Day will be held on Saturday at The Dillard Place in Upper Paint Creek. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. for ages 12 and under accompanied by an adult. The Dillard Place in Upper Paint Creek (turn left from Asheville Highway onto Viking Mountain Road, 15 miles from the city limits) will be swarming with little anglers looking to hook a trophy trout. The ponds...
Strawberry Season at Stanley's
John and Tracy Darr of Stanley's Produce show us how to layer this popular dessert. They also share some of the other products now available at the produce stand on Market Street in Johnson City. For this recipe, please visit Stanley's Produce on Facebook.
Daytime LIVE: National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day
Chris takes us to the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter, as we showcase a few of the many dogs & cats available for adoption! Please watch the videos, as Tammy Davis with the shelter introduces us to Patches, Casino, and Dream! Please take a moment and consider adopting one of these wonderful dogs or cat.
Strawberry Icebox Cake
(WJHL) John and Tracy Darr of Stanley’s Produce show us some of their strawberries and use those berries to make a layered strawberry dessert. In this video, they show us how to layer this popular dessert. They also share some of the other products now available at the produce stand on Market Street in Johnson City.
Fiddlers convention in Flag Pond celebrates old-time music
Old-time music echoed around the hills and hollows of Flag Pond as fiddlers, guitarists, banjo players and their fans gathered for the sixth annual Upper East Tennessee Fiddlers Convention this past weekend. Roy Andrade, faculty member with East Tennessee State University’s Bluegrass, Old Time and Roots Music program, served as...
Spring styles for special events
Azlinn Edwards, professional stylist and owner of Azlinn Hope Collection in downtown Johnson City shows us some beautiful dresses that can be worn multiple ways for several occasions. She also tells us about the upcoming Sip and Shop event to be held May 2nd beginning at 4pm.
Zach Williams to perform at Freedom Hall in October
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Grammy Award winner Zach Williams will join other Christian artists performing at the Freedom Hall Civic Center in October. The Revival Nights Tour will stop at Freedom Hall on Oct. 3. Doors open at 6 p.m. Christian artists CAIN, Matt Maher and Ben Fuller will join Williams on the Revival […]
Northeast Tennessee music community asked to voice opinions in upcoming music census
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WCYB) — Northeast Tennessee musicians, music educators, venue owners -- or anyone working in the region's music scene -- are being asked to make their voices heard. The Birthplace of Country Music is looking to grow its Northeast Tennessee music initiative with community partners. Once signed up,...
From Big Ears to a PBS documentary, Amythyst Kiah and her music represent Appalachia
Appalachia is a complex, diverse region that is more than worthy of celebration, but it doesn't always get the respect it deserves. "I just appreciate someone trying to tell the story in a way that is beautiful instead of harping on all the negative things," said Amythyst Kiah, an Americana artist who is representing Appalachia and East Tennessee in a new PBS documentary series. ...
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