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The power of checking in: A vital practice for well-being

BY RICHARD G. ROURK TRACES Recruiter/Trainer In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to overlook…

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Lees-McRae College New Opportunity School for Women accepts applications for summer

The Lees-McRae College New Opportunity School for Women (NOSW) at Banner Elk, N.C., is now accepting applications for…

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Elizabethton Police seek assistance in identifying suspect in Walgreens shoplifting incident

The Elizabethton Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a male involved in a shoplifting incident.…

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Cult classic to state sensation: ETSU performing ‘Heathers: The Musical’

The 1980s film produced a cult following. The Broadway musical generated rave reviews. Now, “Heathers: The Musical” is…

Arrests

Johnson City man arrested on aggravated assault and drug charges

On March 21, officers of the Johnson City Police Department arrested Kenneth Benson, 38, of Johnson City, on…

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A Life Lived: Bruce McKinney taught us that sight isn’t necessary to love and laugh

Bruce Byron McKinney was quite a character. He was blind to his blindness. He could see things that…

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Wonderful Wednesday is Marvelous Monday this year

Milligan University students enjoyed the National Parks during Monday’s Marvelous Monday, the university’s most beloved tradition. Milligan’s annual…

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Johnson City Police apprehend Elizabethton resident on DUI, child endangerment charges

On March 20, Johnson City Police Department officers apprehended Gwendolyn Crowe, a 26-year-old resident of Elizabethton. Crowe faces…

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Burn permits required through May 15

To reduce wildland fire risk, Tennesseans are reminded that a burn permit from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture…

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Citizens Bank: Social media reports it was hacked not true; some customers’ cards ‘skimmed’

By Buzz Trexler Star Correspondent Social media reports on Monday morning that Citizens Bank had a data breach,…