Abigail Wolfenberger
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Grain bin repurposed into Scott Co. market
SCOTT COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – A former grain bin in Scott County, Virginia has been given new purpose as a roadside market. The Grain Bin Market held a grand opening Friday along Wadlow Gap Highway. The market sells items like honey, candles, nuts, home decor and more. Owner Tina Shipley said the inspiration for the […] → Read More
Ballad, ETSU team up to unveil Appalachian Highlands Center for Nursing Advancement
A new initiative is attempting to boose the nursing workforce in the Tri-Cities region is underway. → Read More
Diana Harshbarger visits U.S.-Mexico border
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – United States Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger is visiting the U.S.-Mexico border. Harshbarger tweeted Monday morning from Texas saying the situation at the border is dangerous and expressed opposition to the Biden administration’s plans to revoke a health order addressing migrants at the border. “I’d like to say ‘Good morning from Eagle Pass, […] → Read More
Freedom from Religion Foundation speaks on ongoing Elizabethton cross controversy
The group calling for the removal of the three crosses that sit atop a hill in Elizabethton spoke about the ongoing controversy. → Read More
Sani-Safe to clean more than 100 local police vehicles
A local businessman who owns Barnes exterminating and Sani-Safe Germ Control is offering his time and effort to sanitize 130 vehicles for Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff’s Office. → Read More
Smoke alarms donated to Kingsport Fire Dept. to be installed in residents’ homes
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Kingsport Fire Department (KFD) received a donation of $400 worth of smoke alarms that will be put in local homes. The alarms were donated by the Kingsport Firefighters Association, marking the tenth year of the ongoing contributions. “Every time we get new smoke alarms, we try to get them on […] → Read More
Johnson City man accused of murdering his baby daughter to appear in court in 2022
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A man accused of killing his daughter is set to appear in court on April 18, 2022 after a judge reset the case on Friday. Paul Morgan Beard, 30, faces two counts of first-degree murder for the 2019 death of 4-month-old Kenlyn Beard. He was indicted by a Carter County […] → Read More
Suspects in Carter Co. drive-by that killed 10-year-old appear in court
CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Three men charged in the drive-by death of 10-year-old Lillyhanna Davis appeared in court Friday morning. Jason Barber II, Jediah Glover and Zachary Scalf each face several charges, including first-degree murder, multiple counts of aggravated assault and criminal conspiracy to commit murder in relation to the Carter County fatal shooting. […] → Read More
Washington County leaders approve interlocal agreement on Ashe Street courthouse development
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Washington County leaders approved an interlocal agreement with Johnson City on Tuesday regarding the future of the Ashe Street courthouse. The historic Johnson City building owned by the county sits vacant but will soon receive a $5-million makeover. These funds stem from grant money awarded to the city from the […] → Read More
Don Wells speaks on camera for first time following DUI arrest, addresses family YouTube channel
HAWKINS COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) – The father of missing Hawkins County 5-year-old Summer Wells spoke with News Channel 11 Monday, marking the first time he has spoken on camera since he was arrested for driving under the influence. Don Wells was arrested on Oct. 29 for driving under the influence and other charges. On Monday, […] → Read More
Niswonger Children’s Network Raffle Fundraiser tickets now on sale
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Ballad Health announced that the 2021 Niswonger Children’s Network Raffle Fundraiser is underway with tickets on sale — each with the chance to win a new car. The health system said that tickets — ranging from $50 to $2,500 — are available for purchase until Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. […] → Read More
Johnson City commemorates 1869 founding with legacy project
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – A new installment at King Commons Park celebrates Johnson City’s more than 150-year history. On Thursday, the city held a dedication ceremony for the Sesquicentennial Legacy Project to commemorate Johnson City’s founding in 1869. The project features a history circle listing key dates and information, as well as a playground. […] → Read More
Biden approves federal disaster declaration for Buchanan Co. following flooding
BUCHANAN COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – In August 2021, severe floods tore through Buchanan County, destroying several homes and killing one person. On Oct 26, President Joe Biden approved a federal disaster declaration for the county at the request of Virginia Governor Ralph Northam. Northam had previously stated that the county had sustained almost $14 million […] → Read More
‘I think we can provide justice’: Case against accused Mendota serial killer to move to trial
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Va. (WJHL) – The case of a Southwest Virginia man charged with the murders of three women is moving to trial. James Michael Wright of Mendota was arrested in 2019 after investigators said he admitted to killing all three women, who had been reported missing between Feb. 28 – March 17, 2019. Washington […] → Read More
Bluff City leaders to discuss pandemic bonuses for city staff; $20,000 bonus for Mayor Wells
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Bluff City leaders are expected to reveal whether or not city staff will receive pandemic bonuses during Tuesday night’s meeting. The Bluff City Board of Mayor and Alderman did not discuss the possibility of bonuses during a meeting last week, but News Channel 11 obtained documents that list potential funds […] → Read More
Students in Elizabethton City Schools navel cadet corps program receive new uniforms
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – Students in Elizabethton City Schools’ new navel cadet program showed off their new uniforms Wednesday. Former Army Officer and current Elizabethton High School criminal justice teacher Ryan Presnell built the Navy National Defense Cadet Corps, and this is his first semester instructing it. To Presnell getting the new uniforms means a […] → Read More
Food City, BMS announce partnership to provide Hurley with tractor-trailer of fresh water following flooding
ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – A partnership between two massive local organizations is helping deliver much-needed drinking water to an area of Southwest Virginia ravaged by severe flooding. Food City and Bristol Motor Speedway announced Tuesday that they have teamed up to deliver a tractor-trailer full of fresh drinking water to Hurley, Virginia. You can watch […] → Read More
Bristol, Tenn. Chamber of Commerce provides community access to ‘Take a Shot on Life’ vaccine van
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) – The push to vaccinate our region is in full force, and it’s not just health departments urging people to roll up their sleeves. Local governments are also making an effort to get vaccinate their communities. On Tuesday, the Bristol Tennessee Chamber of Commerce helped provide easier access to COVID-19 vaccines with […] → Read More
All five people trapped in Southwest Virginia cave rescued
CLEVELAND, VA (WJHL) - 4/28/19 8:37 p.m. UPDATE: Crews confirmed all five men were rescued from Cyclops Cave. One person was med-flighted out to a local hospital. ORIGINAL: Emergency crews in Russell County are attempting to rescue five men trapped in a cave in Southwest Virginia. Russell County EMA Director Jess Powers tells News Channel 11 the men are between the ages of 34 to 59 years old and… → Read More
Crews attempt rescue of 5 people trapped in Southwest Virginia cave
Crews are on scene at Cyclops Cave in Southwest Virginia to rescue the five people that are trapped. → Read More