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VFW Post 2166 to host food distribution for veterans Friday
VFW Post 2166 and its Post Auxiliary will host a food distribution in partnership with Second Harvest Food ...
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Crowe, Jones advance bill to speed disaster recovery funding
State Sen. Rusty Crowe announced this week that legislation aimed at streamlining disaster recovery reimbursements for local governments ...
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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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Downtown Elizabethton Makers Market opens Saturday
Crossroads Craftworks will kick off its 2026 Downtown Elizabethton Makers Market season on Saturday, Feb. 14, inviting the ...
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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 ...
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Bucs rally past Furman in overtime to stay atop SoCon
JOHNSON CITY — East Tennessee State erased a 15-point second-half deficit and outlasted Furman 75-71 in overtime Wednesday ...
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Martinez named SoCon Player of the Week
SPARTANBURG, S.C. — East Tennessee State University men’s tennis player Oscar Martinez was named the Southern Conference Player ...
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Salvation Army of Johnson City makes urgent appeal for funds
Salvation Army issues urgent appeal for financial support as heavy winter storms continue to hit the region — ...
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Winter storms disrupt blood drives, worsen national shortage
The American Red Cross is urging people to donate blood or platelets immediately after severe winter storms caused ...
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UT Gardens’ February Plant of the Month: “Cascade Falls” conifer provides interesting sculptural forms all year
By James Newburn, managing director, UT Gardens, Knoxville KNOXVILLE — We have lots of tears being shed in ...
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Ballad Health continues response to carbon monoxide exposure at Milligan University
MILLIGAN – Ballad Health continued its response Thursday to a carbon monoxide exposure at Milligan University, with more ...
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Girl Scout Cookie Booth sales begin this weekend
Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians encourages families to “explore more” delicious ways to support girls as the organization ...
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CCFRW to host forum for Carter County mayoral candidates
The Carter County Federated Republican Women will host a forum for Republican candidates seeking the office of Carter ...
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Governor Lee’s budget proposal includes major infrastructure investments for ETSU
Demonstrating a continued commitment to strengthening Tennessee’s public universities, Governor Bill Lee’s proposed budget includes significant investments in ...
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Black ice possible tonight as temperatures fall across region
MORRISTOWN — The National Weather Service in Morristown has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook warning of possible black ...
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Ballad Health Clinical Director, Behavioral Services weighs in on overcoming seasonal depression
By Brittnee Bryant Star Correspondent Colder days and longer nights can leave individuals feeling depressed during the winter ...