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The following arrests have been reported by the Carter County Sheriff’s Office:  Brent Dean Lewis was arrested on ...

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Carter County Democrats elect leaders

Carter County Democrats met Saturday, March 18, to choose leadership for the next two years. Officers elected include ...

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‘In God We Trust’ on state Senate bill passes Senate vote

The bill to add “In God We Trust” onto the Tennessee seal this week passed the Senate unanimously. ...

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Erwin man arrested after discovery of child sexual abuse material

Contributed UNICOI COUNTY – An ongoing investigation led by special agents with TBI’s Cybercrime and Digital Evidence Unit ...

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Lady Cyclones power past Tennessee High behind Ingram

STAR CORRESPONDENT With makeup on, Maely Ingram fits the role perfectly as a Homecoming Queen candidate or an ...

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2023-24 fishing regulations in effect

Tennessee’s 2023-24 fishing regulations are now in effect and anglers are encouraged to obtain the new Tennessee Fishing ...

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Beautiful day makes for great results at Citizens Bank Invitational track meet

STAR CORRESPONDENT After a cold start to the week, a beautiful Tuesday afternoon provided a great day for ...

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Spring turkey hunting season features new starting date

Tennessee’s turkey hunters will find several changes in store for the 2023 spring season. The changes were made ...

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National Forest Service releases annual schedule for opening, closing roads

USDA Forest Service officials at the Cherokee National Forest recently announced the annual schedule for opening and closing ...

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Burn permits required through May 15

A debris burn permit is required through May 15 for outdoor burning from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s ...

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Lady Bulldogs drop conference game to Huskies

GREENEVILLE – The Hampton Lady Bulldogs traveled to Greeneville on Tuesday night to face conference foe North Greene ...

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ETSU Baseball stumbles against Bulldogs, 10-6

Bucs fall to UNC Asheville for first time since 2017   ASHEVILLE, N.C. – Despite finishing with more ...

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Sycamore Shoals State Park Upcoming Events

March 22 Carter Mansion Guided Tour – 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Meet at Historic John and Landon ...

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Lady Cyclones rally to take down Greene Devils

 By Ron Marvel Star Correspondent The Lady Cyclones bats came alive Monday night and all it took was ...

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Carter County audit details poor accounting practices

The annual audit of the Carter County government indicates significant weaknesses in the Office of the Finance Director. The ...

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The Blue Ridge Parkway and Linn Cove on a cool rainy day

Photos Contributed/Michael Klaus, Minister of First Christian Church “Drip down, O heavens, from above, And let the clouds ...

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A Life Lived: Lloyd Lowe’s life was marked by his kindness, good deeds

It’s been said that when you give someone your time, you are giving them a portion of your ...

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Commission approves sale of Workforce Development Complex

BY ROBERT SORRELL Star Correspondent The Carter County Commission unanimously approved an option agreement with the state of ...

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Local high school athletes have made us proud

Carter County and Elizabethton High School athletes have made us proud this basketball season. The Hampton Boys team ...

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Volunteers needed to help plant trees along the Tweetsie and Linear Trails

Ever want to leave something beautiful for future generations; come plant a tree and watch it grow. On ...