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    Educators group urges flexibility on TCAP testing after winter weather disruptions

    NASHVILLE — Professional Educators of Tennessee has sent an open letter to state Education Commissioner Lizzette Reynolds raising ...

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    Jr. Bulldogs claim Final Four state berth with 60-56 win over Sunbright

    By Ron Marvel Star Correspondent ROGERSVILLE — A Saturday trip to Cherokee High School yielded a big prize ...

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    Hampton boys win eighth straight; Lady Bulldogs fall

    STAR CORRESPONDENT Saturday night saw the Volunteer Falcons and Lady Falcons visit Van Huss-White Gymnasium for basketball action. ...

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    Seuss on the Loose returns to downtown Elizabethton on March 7

    The Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department, Main Street Elizabethton and the Elizabethton/Carter County Public Library are partnering once ...

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    Lee announces federal disaster declaration after Winter Storm Fern

    NASHVILLE — Gov. Bill Lee announced Friday that President Donald J. Trump has approved Tennessee’s request for a ...

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    Elizabethton Parks and Recreation opens registration for women’s basketball league

    The Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department is accepting registrations for its Adult Women’s Open Basketball League ahead of ...

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    Unaka Boys’ team triumphs over North Greene 65-53 in Stoney Creek showdown

    By C.Y. Peters On a cold and electric night in Stoney Creek, the Unaka Rangers showcased their grit ...

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    Arianna Sutherland tames Huskies in Ranger win, 57-53

    BY C.Y. PETERS Arianna Sutherland was the ice in the veins of the Unaka Rangers as they rallied ...

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    Jr. Bulldogs rally past Cloudland for District 1A title

    The Hampton Jr. Bulldogs rallied from a 24-20 deficit Friday night to defeat the Cloudland Jr. Highlanders 36-25 ...

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    Ballad Health announces new managing director

    Ballad Health announced Mike Anderes, FACHE, as managing director of Ballad Ventures. Anderes has relocated to Northeast Tennessee, ...

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    Jr. Bulldogs rally against Ridgeview Raptors 61-50, punch their ticket for District Championship

    By Ron Marvel Star Correspondent The Ridgeview Raptors came out Thursday night on fire, connecting on six of ...

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    Jr. Highlanders knock off one-seed Rebels, will take on Hampton for District title

    By Ron Marvel Star Correspondent The Highlanders were able to get by the top-seeded District 2 South Greene ...

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    Elizabethton locals launch baking business

    By Brittnee Bryant Star Correspondent Some best friends do friendship bracelets; others go into the baking business together. ...

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    Animal Shelter to host Valentine’s Day adoption event

    By Brittnee Bryant Star Correspondent Get ready to spread the love of this Valentine’s Day Valentine’s Day with ...

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    Carter County receives nearly $300,000 in disaster reimbursements

    Carter County has received $299,729.33 in state and federal reimbursements for eligible disaster-related expenses, according to a release ...

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    Winter is an especially vulnerable time for those in need

    It’s been a brutal winter — snow on the ground for numerous days, very cold temperatures, making it ...

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    AAA warns drivers of impaired driving risks during big game celebrations

    NASHVILLE— As fans across the country prepare for Sunday’s big game, AAA is urging motorists to plan ahead ...

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    Carter County offices to open late; schools closed Friday

    Due to inclement weather, all Carter County offices will have a delayed opening at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. ...

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    NWS warns of black ice, mountain snow, windy conditions

    The National Weather Service in Morristown has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for portions of East Tennessee, southwest ...

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    CCSO warns residents of phone scam involving fake warrants

    The Carter County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a telephone scam in which callers impersonate CCSO officers ...