Boozy Creek Community Center, 1989 Shelleys Road, Bristol, Va., (276-466-0026) will hold a Fish and Chicken Feast on Saturday, May 4, at 4 p.m.  Music will be provided by Bill Copas and Steel Creek from 5 to 6:30 p.m. This meal includes lots of traditional side dishes and a variety of desserts and drinks. Door […] The post Fish and Chicken Feast May 4 at Boozy Creek appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

Film examines ‘Impact of Stigma on Pregnant and Postpartum Women with Substance Use Disorder’ East Tennessee State University will host a film screening of a documentary titled “Forest for the Trees: The Impact of Stigma on Pregnant and Postpartum Women with Substance Use Disorder,” featuring ETSU faculty and other regional addiction experts. The film screening […] The post ETSU to screen ‘Forest for the Trees’ documentary appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

Bites by the Bridge will be a part of Elizabethton First Friday events hosted by the Elizabethton Parks and Recreation Department. First Friday events will be held in May, June, and August at the park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Events will include food, music, and games, with a new lineup monthly. There will […] The post Bites by the Bridge, new event for First Friday at Covered Bridge Park appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

Milligan University will hold its spring commencement ceremonies on Saturday, April 27, in the Mary B. Martin Auditorium located in Seeger Chapel. A total of 250 degrees will be awarded, including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. The Fide et Amore, Milligan’s highest acknowledgement of service, will be awarded to Milligan President Dr. Bill Greer and […] The post Milligan commencement set for April 27 appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

The Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency will have their upcoming Commodity Distributions at the following locations during the month of May: – Elizabethton (Carter County), Thursday, May 9, at Grace Baptist Church, 114 Broad St., Elizabethton – Mountain City (Johnson County), Wednesday, May 8, at First Christian Church, 401 W. Main St., Mountain City […] The post UETHDA announces commodity distributions for May in area appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) will host an online public input session on May 3 at 1 p.m. (CDT) to provide an update on the status of the Inflation Reduction Act’s Home Energy Rebate Programs and solicit comments. In July 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released guidance for states to […] The post TDEC to host public input session for home energy rebate programs appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

The Johnson City Police Department (JCPD) is partnering with Insight Alliance and East Tennessee State University’s Bill Gatton College of Pharmacy for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 27. The initiative, organized by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), aims to provide a safe, convenient, and responsible way for the community to dispose […] The post JCPD joins National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to promote safe medication disposal appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

The 65th Annual Roan Mountain Spring Naturalist Rally will be held this weekend. Featured speakers are Marci Spencer and Sharon Mammoser. The opening sessions will be held Friday evening and will include a history of Pisgah and Cherokee National Forests by Spencer. She will share the National Forest Service’s history of land acquisitions, wildlife protection, […] The post Roan Mountain Spring Naturalist Rally scheduled this weekend appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

WASHINGTON COUNTY – A dedication ceremony for a new State Historical marker honoring John Sevier, a pivotal figure in Tennessee’s history, is set to take place in Washington County. Jeremy Dykes and David Kyker have collaborated to spearhead the initiative, with Kyker leading the research, documentation, and submission of the application to the Tennessee State […] The post State Historical marker to honor John Sevier in Washington County appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

Discover Greeneville, in collaboration with Friends of the Cherokee National Forest and the Cherokee National Forest, you are invited to immerse yourself in the captivating world of synchronous fireflies at the upcoming festival just weeks away. Mark your calendars for the first two Saturdays in June (June 1 & 8) for an unforgettable experience. It […] The post Enjoy the magic of synchronous fireflies at Greeneville’s Firefly Festival in June appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

BY C.Y. PETERS Carolyn Belle Roberts Walker learned to love sports at a young age as she grew up in the small town of Newport, Tenn. Born on January 30, 1928, Carolyn’s life was a testament to resilience, love, and boundless energy that traversed every challenge with a determined smile. Her father, Guy Roberts, owned […] The post A Life Lived: Carolyn Walker was a beacon of hope and light in family, community appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

The 6th annual Upper East Tennessee Fiddlers Convention brings music competitions, clogging, square dancing, food and more to the old Flag Pond School in Unicoi County this Friday and Saturday, April 26 and 27. The Fiddlers Convention is a family-friendly event that begins on Friday evening with a square dance and performances by the Tennessee […] The post Flag Pond to host Upper E-T Fiddlers Convention appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

ABINGDON, Va. – Food City is proud to announce that the grocery retailer was recently Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. The prestigious award is based entirely on their associate’s feedback about their workplace experience. “Food City is excited to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. Our associates are our most valuable asset, and […] The post Food City earns 2024 Great Place To Work Certification™ appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

With its strong finish at the East Tennessee Regional Quiz Bowl Tournament, the quiz bowl team from Happy Valley High School in Elizabethton proved themselves worthy to play on a national stage. On Friday, April 26, the team will represent their school in a 143-team national competition: National Academic Quiz Tournaments’ Small School National Championship […] The post Happy Valley High Quiz Bowl team will compete in championship tournament appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

A group of 10 individuals have been granted City of Elizabethton “Peddler” Permits, effective today, April 22. These individuals are authorized to sell a new home internet service offered by Brightspeed and will carry their city permits along with photo identification provided by their company. The issuance of these permits aligns with Elizabethton City Code, […] The post Elizabethton City Police issue ‘Peddler’ Permits for Brightspeed Internet Sales appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

At approximately 4:50 a.m. on Monday, the Elizabethton Fire Department, along with the Elizabethton Police Department and Carter County Rescue Squad, responded to a commercial structure fire at Fatboy Fabrication, located at 1481 Highway 19-E. First-arriving personnel found heavy smoke and fire conditions emanating from the roof. Crews swiftly deployed a hand line and entered […] The post Early morning fire brings significant damage to local business appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

Northeast State celebrated 24 high school students representing 12 regional high schools and academies who signed a career and technical education letter of intent at National Signing Day held on April 18.   The National Career and Technical Education Letter of Intent Signing Day, welcoming students committed to attending the College for the 2024-25 school […] The post Northeast State celebrates NC3 Signing Day with students appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

A group of 10 individuals have been granted City of Elizabethton “Peddler” Permits, effective today, April 22. These individuals are authorized to sell a new home internet service offered by Brightspeed and will carry their city permits along with photo identification provided by their company. The issuance of these permits aligns with Elizabethton City Code, […] The post Elizabethton City Police issue ‘Peddler’ Permits for Brightspeed Internet Sales appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

NASHVILLE — Tennessee residents experienced a slight relief at the gas pump last week as prices dropped by four cents on average. The state’s gas price average now stands at $3.24 per gallon, marking a four-cent increase from one month ago but a nine-cent decrease compared to the same period last year. According to Megan […] The post Tennessee ranks as 7th least expensive gas market in the U.S. appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.

JOHNSON CITY — On April 17, officers from the Johnson City Police Department apprehended Rubiel De La Rosa, 29, of Johnson City, charging him with aggravated domestic assault and interference with emergency calls. The arrest followed officers’ response to a domestic disturbance call at a residence on Daytona Court. Subsequent investigation revealed that De La […] The post Johnson City man arrested for aggravated domestic assault and interference with emergency calls appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.