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WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Two people face second-degree murder charges related to a September 2022 drug overdose that resulted in a 34-year-old Johnson City man’s death. Court documents obtained by News Channel 11 state that Brittany Lauren Fitzgerald and Robert Lee Qualls allegedly “unlawfully [killed]” Timothy Kuykendall on Sept. 8, 2022 by the distribution […]

(EDITOR’S NOTE: One of my favorite things to do is to drive the roads of Washington County. In the past, I did this with my friend and history companion, Elaine Scott Cantrell. After her passing on Sept. 18, 2021, memories of our trips seem to flood back as I go through photos on Facebook, drive to meetings and/or to work or just when some random thoughts seem to come back. Her work to preserve Washington County’s past was a passion as well as a legacy that she left behind. In recent conversations with people in the community, I felt that maybe taking a look at some of the historic sites in our county might also help develop this passion in others. In addition, understanding the meaning and context behind some of these sites might help you round out a bit of local history that still stands within your own community. It also, I hope, will bring more awareness to the National Register of Historic Places and might bring even more sites to the National Register in our county.)

This week in Kingsport, Tennessee, several incidents occurred that raised concerns for public safety. These incidents include a man being charged with kidnapping after leading authorities on a pursuit, a young woman who has been missing for almost three months, and a former PTO president pleading guilty to theft.

In Jonesborough, Tennessee, there were two incidents this week that impacted safety. The first incident involved twelve inmates at the Washington County Detention Center who were charged with aggravated riot and assault after a gang-related fight on April 22. One detention officer required medical treatment. The second incident resulted in the death of a motorcyclist in a crash with a sedan at the intersection of Old Embreeville Road and Whispering Pines Road, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol.

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Johnson City.

Roscoe’s story is quite an unusual one. He was a stray dog that didn’t really belong to anyone. No one knew what happened to him or how he ended up roaming the streets of a Washington County neighborhood. Dubbed as a neighborhood dog, some of the neighbors kept...

With its picturesque landscapes and rich cultural heritage, Upper East Tennessee grapples with a grim and less-publicized challenge - human trafficking. While Sullivan, Hawkins, Cocke, and Greene counties find themselves vulnerable, understanding the broader context is essential in addressing this menace.

Mid-Century Dragonfly will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 30 at 11:30 a.m. The store is located at 105 Fox St. The ribbon-cutting ceremony is open to the public and will be held in front of their business. Mid-Century Dragonfly offers vintage items for sale along with intuitive reading...

The Johnson City Board of Commissioners, city staff, and representatives from Cain, Rash and West Architects, and GRC Construction recently marked the completion of the new Water and Sewer Services Complex. The facility, at 2250 Eddie Williams Road, was praised by Director Tom Witherspoon for demonstrating the city's dedication to enhancing regional quality of life. The complex will accommodate 149 employees from the Water and Sewer Services Department, with additional space available.

The Elizabethton Police Department has enhanced its crime-solving potential with a new 3D laser scanner. This was obtained through the Rural Violent Crime Reduction Initiative grant.

The much-anticipated Covered Bridge Days Festival in Elizabethton started on Friday, featuring a three-day program packed with music and entertainment. Highlights included Sadie's energizing Bluegrass performance and a variety of vendors.

For the second time in six months, Sheriff Keith Sexton has had to issue a plea to property owners in Washington County, TN, to keep their vehicles locked after another series of car burglaries in Gray. The job was made easy for the suspects as all of the vehicles picked...

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Johnson City Development Authority (JCDA) approved a city request to locate a downtown police substation in the Downtown Centre building at its monthly meeting Friday. Johnson City Police Department (JCPD) officers who already patrol downtown will begin using the space within a few weeks. It encompasses several offices and […]

Mark your calendars, folks! The vibrant 2023 TriPride Pride Parade and Festival is making its triumphant return to Johnson City, TN. Get ready to paint the town in rainbow colors on Sat, Sep 23 from 11am - 7pm. The parade will kick off downtown and wind its way to the heart of the festivities at Founders Park, 225 Commerce Street.

Square dancing, mountain dance film showing in Bristol. When: 6:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 29 (screening) and Saturday, Sept. 30 (dancing) Where: Screening at the BCM Museum 101 Country Music Way, Bristol, Virginia; Dancing at Bristol Ballet, 330 Buford Street in Bristol, Virginia. You can enter the world of square dancing...

Dobyns-Bennett senior escorted by "BUDS Program" friend for Homecoming.

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Authorities in Washington County, Tennessee, are urging residents to lock their vehicles following a rash of vehicle break-ins in Gray. “Several firearms were stolen, and all were left in unsecured vehicles,” according to Sheriff Keith Sexton said. Deputies will increase overnight patrols and...

CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — One person was injured after a crash in Carter County on Thursday evening. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), a 2005 Subaru Impreza was traveling south on State Route 143 when it veered to the right. The driver reportedly overcorrected and lost control of the vehicle, crossed the road […]

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JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Johnson City commissioners approved a $142,537 expense Thursday that will bring the Johnson City Police Department’s (JCPD) record-keeping software to a level recommended in a recent internal audit that characterized that system as inadequate. The upgrade will bring all JCPD records into one seamless system. The Daigle Law Group, which […]