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Elizabethton Senior Center weekly activities schedule
2+ hour, 22+ min ago (307+ words) Published 8: 32 am Thursday, July 2, 2026 The Elizabethton Senior Center, located at 428 E. G St. , has announced its schedule of activities for the week of Monday, July 6, through Friday, July 10, 2026. The center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a. m. to 3 p. m. and Friday from 8 a. m. to…...
Local Independence Day celebration Saturday features fun, parade
19+ hour, 17+ min ago (176+ words) Published 3: 40 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Elizabethton's Independence Day Celebration will begin Saturday at 4 p. m. with a full afternoon of family activities, followed by a patriotic parade, live music and fireworks. This year's celebration will commemorate America's 250th anniversary. The Elizabethton Parks and Recreation…...
Gay Estep to celebrate July 5 birthday
18+ hour, 48+ min ago (73+ words) Elizabethton Star Gay Estep to celebrate July 5 birthday Published 4: 10 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Happy Birthday, Gay Estep, of Elizabethton. She is celebrating her birthday on July 5, 2026. You are a blessing to us, and you are loved by many. May God bless…...
Carter County players earn TSWA All-State baseball honors
16+ hour, 37+ min ago (198+ words) Published 6: 19 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Three Carter County baseball standouts have been named to the Tennessee Sports Writers Association's 2026 All-State Baseball Team following outstanding seasons for their respective schools. Happy Valley senior Lane Parker earned All-State honors after putting together one…...
Pok'mon in the Park set for July 12 at Covered Bridge Park
16+ hour, 57+ min ago (255+ words) Published 5: 59 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Pok'mon Go players of all ages are invited to gather at Covered Bridge Park on Sunday, July 12, for an afternoon of games, prizes and community fun during Pok'mon in the Park, presented by Brightspeed. The event,…...
Ballad Health community health worker programs earn state accreditation
19+ hour, 3+ min ago (375+ words) Published 3: 54 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 JOHNSON CITY " Four Ballad Health community health worker programs that help patients access care, connect with community resources and avoid unnecessary hospital visits have earned accreditation from the Tennessee Community Health Worker Association in partnership with…...
Anthony Ripley to celebrate 79th birthday
18+ hour, 58+ min ago (118+ words) Elizabethton Star Anthony Ripley to celebrate 79th birthday Published 3: 56 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 We would like to honor Anthony Joseph Ripley, Vietnam veteran, who turns 79 on July 4. He goes by Tony. He is married to Mary Ripley and has four sons: Mark…...
Roan Mountain Calendar
19+ hour, 8+ min ago (263+ words) Published 3: 49 pm Wednesday, July 1, 2026 Support Our Wildlife Ambassadors Roan Mountain State Park " All month At Roan Mountain State Park, staff members house, care for and educate the public about a variety of native animals under an educational permit from the…...
Ballad Health board elects distinguished regional leaders
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (397+ words) Published 5: 31 pm Tuesday, June 30, 2026 The Ballad Health Board of Directors has elected Jerry Caldwell, president and general manager of Bristol Motor Speedway and Dragway, and Eddie Neely, recently retired chief financial officer of K-VA-T Food Stores (Food City), as its…...
TLC Community Center summer feeding program celebrates 25 years
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (542+ words) Published 5: 36 pm Tuesday, June 30, 2026 By Brittnee Bryant Star Correspondent For 25 years, the TLC Community Center has served meals to the children of Carter County during summer break. Angie Odom, director of the center, says this program helps get food to…...