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Sheriff’s Office: No employees served in connection with $3 million Baptist church suit
By Buzz Trexler Star Correspondent The public information officer for the Carter County Sheriff’s Office said Friday morning ...
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Bulldogs crush Jellico 48-0, move closer to Region 1-1A title
Hampton wasted little time Thursday night, overpowering Jellico 48-0 on Warrior Hill to remain unbeaten in Region 1-1A ...
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Junior Cyclones stay perfect with heart-stopping win over Liberty Bell
STAR CORRESPONDENT Like two heavyweights trading punches in the center of the ring, the T.A. Dugger Junior Cyclones ...
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Long-time employee of Banks law firm retires
Mary Evelyn Buck took a secretary’s job at the downtown law firm of Banks, Street, Merryman and Bautista ...
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Elizabethton among senior centers receiving grants to fund projects
The Elizabethton Senior Citizens Center is among 125 senior centers in Tennessee that have been awarded funding by ...
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Tennessee revenues top budget estimates in August
NASHVILLE — Tennessee collected $1.6 billion in revenues in August, exceeding budgeted estimates by $15.6 million and topping ...
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Cyclones face unbeaten Cherokee in region test
STAR CORRESPONDENT The Elizabethton Cyclones will face one of their biggest tests of the young season Friday night ...
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Warriors look to end Blue Devils’ win streak
STAR CORRESPONDENT Last season’s contest between Happy Valley and Unicoi County was cut short by severe weather and ...
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Sheriff addresses potential lawsuit claims circulating online
Carter County Sheriff Mike Fraley issued a statement Wednesday addressing community concerns after reports circulated on social media ...
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Some accountability from ETSU staff on Charlie Kirk comments
To the Editor: It would be appropriate for a measure of accountability to be had regarding the outpouring ...
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Elizabethton Parks Department seeks volunteers for landscaping project
Elizabethton Parks and Recreation is calling on community members to help re-landscape the front of its new building, ...
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The Salvation Army opens 2025 Angel Tree registration to ensure a joyful Christmas for children
JOHNSON CITY — The Salvation Army of Johnson City is pleased to announce that registration for the 2025 ...
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Tennessee gas prices fall six cents, average now $2.78
NASHVILLE — Gas prices across Tennessee fell six cents on average over the past week. The state average ...
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Roan Mountain Calendar
Support Our Wildlife Ambassadors Roan Mountain State Park – All month Price: $10 – feeds one bird a ...
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Covered Bridge Days festival returns Sept. 19-21 with music, food and family fun
Elizabethton’s signature late-summer festival, Covered Bridge Days, returns Sept. 19-21 with three days of live music, family activities, ...
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Lady Bulldogs rally past Tri-Cities Christian in five-set thriller
By Ron Marvel Star Correspondent BLOUNTVILLE — Hampton overcame an early deficit and stormed back to defeat Tri-Cities ...
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Youth football action highlights Week 5 of WJAL season
Excitement was in the air Saturday as the Watauga Junior Athletic League (WJAL) moved into Week 5 of ...
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Hurricane Helene…. most still remember the angry storm of one year ago
An open house will be held Saturday evening at St. John Free Will Baptist Church in Roan Mountain ...
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McDougald earns Food City Player of the Week honors
STAR CORRESPONDENT Gabe McDougald has led a prolific offense in 2025, guiding the Happy Valley Warriors to a ...
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Collins elected chairwoman as Carter County Commission holds organizational meeting
By Robert SorrellStar Correspondent The Carter County Commission elected new leadership Monday evening during its annual organizational meeting, ...
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Doe Valley Printing shines as a beacon of hope
By Angela Caito Star Correspondent For 25 years, Doe Valley Printing has been more than a print shop ...
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First Baptist Elizabethton to host free food bag drive-through
First Baptist Church in Elizabethton will host a free food bag distribution on Thursday, Sept. 18, from 1:30 ...
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Cyclones ride first-half momentum to cage Falcons
Star Correspondent CHURCH HILL — Elizabethton rode a fast start and strong first-half execution to secure its first ...
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How to run for office is subject of Demo meeting
If you have ever considered running for office, now is the time. In 2026, all seats on the ...
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Firefly 500 Run/Walk scheduled Friday evening in downtown area
In conjunction with the annual Covered Bridge Days Festival, the Firefly 500 Run/Walk will be held Friday at ...