Obituaries
Kyle Edward Sexton
Kyle Edward Sexton, a cherished husband, brother, uncle, grandfather and friend, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025, ... Read more
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Obituaries
Billie Jean Sheppard
Billie Jean Sheppard, age 73, of Elizabethton, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Hermitage Health ... Read more
News Main
ETSU shines nationally for quality and affordability
Prestigious research. Small classes. A no-quit attitude. All tucked in the beautiful Appalachian Mountains. East Tennessee State University ... Read more
Columns
The One Big Beautiful Bill is a victory for American people
By Sen. Marsha Blackburn On Independence Day, President Trump made history. He signed into law the One Big ... Read more
Columns
Ayla, Buddha, and me: Yes, we matter
By Robert C. Koehler Eye-yii-yii! I’m trying to tell myself that I’m still learning about life, not drifting ... Read more
Columns
Friend’s deceit came out of the blue
DEAR ABBY: I’m struggling with the end of a friendship that has meant the world to me for ... Read more
Opinions
The Spirit of God helps us see our sin and our helplessness
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham Dear Rev. Graham: The Bible refers to Christians as children ... Read more
Obituaries
Ed “The Sand Man” Linda
Ed “The Sand Man” Linda, 67, Elizabethton, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, in the Johnson City Medical ... Read more
Opinions
For better or for worse … words are easier than actions
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Words are easier than actions. For example, “for better, for worse.” Couples traditionally say ... Read more
Sports & Outdoors
Doughboys shut out Coal Cats for series sweep
JOHNSON CITY — The Johnson City Doughboys shut out the Tri-State Coal Cats on Sunday for a 10-0 ... Read more