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(WJHL) Abingdon Farmers Market Manager David McLeish and Andrea Wann with the Virginia Co-Op Extension tell us about their popular kids program called Eat Smart, Move More where kids learn and earn. The program is held Tuesday afternoons in July.

(WJHL) — High school baseball tonight had Abingdon hosting Virginia High and this game was tied at 2-all Jack Ferguson would break the tie with this chopper down the line that eats the 3rd baseman up…That allows Elijah Parks to come home and it was 3-2 Falcons. Abingdon then got one the easy way…Not easy […]

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL)- There are more than 30 independently owned restaurants in the town of Abingdon. That number has helped the town a spot in U.S.A. Today’s 10 Best Small Town Food Scenes five years in a row. “The reputation really stems from the town’s desire to really have only privately owned businesses on Main […]

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL)- As News Channel 11 continues its year-long celebration of its 70th anniversary, Abingdon also has something to celebrate. For the fifth year in a row, U.S.A. Today named the Southwest Virginia town as one of the 10 Best Small Town Food Scenes. “This is something that’s been building for, you know, 30 […]

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – After the town of Abingdon, Virginia was nominated for possibly its fifth win in USA Today’s Best Small Town Food Scene competition, News Channel 11 spoke to local businesses to see what sets them apart. Rain Restaurant Rain has occupied its own space in the Abingdon food scene since 2010, and […]

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – After USA Today nominated Abingdon, Virginia for Best Small Town Food Scene for possibly its fifth win in a row, News Channel 11 visited the mountain town for a taste of what sets it apart from the rest. Summers Roof and Cellar Summers Roof and Cellar is a relatively recent addition […]

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – A Southwest Virginia town has been nominated for two USA Today Readers’ Choice awards. Abingdon, Virginia found itself on the list of nominees for both Favorite Small Town Food Scene and Favorite Southern Small Town. The town is no stranger to being lauded for its food scene. Abingdon took home the […]

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL)- Over the last couple of years, businesses have been dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Some have pulled through, but others had to close. Barter Theatre in Abingdon was almost one of them and now it’s getting ready to celebrate its 90th season in 2023. “We have been seeing our crowds increase and […]

ABINGDON, Va. (WJHL) – Go to any festival in the region or just drive around town and it’s clear this region is blessed with so many great mobile dining options. This week’s Food Truck Friday features Nacho Average Food Truck based out of Abingdon, Virginia. Nacho average food truck features a not-so-average menu. “We have […]

(WJHL) — The weekend is right around the corner, so News Channel 11 compiled a list of regional events throughout the Tri-Cities. From baseball games and live music to block parties and festivals, there is something everyone can enjoy with family and friends. Saturday, July 9 What: Mountain City Sunflower FestivalWhen: 9 a.m. through 4 […]