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Shelly Hoerner Out as Appalachian State Head Coach
Appalachian State has parted ways with head coach Shelly Hoerner. Hoerner spent seven years as the Mountaineers’ head coach and held a 161-172 overall record during her tenure, with a 44-100 mark in Sun Belt conference play. “I want to thank Shelly for all she has done for our...
Assistant district attorney charged with DUI in Elizabethton
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — An assistant district attorney was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after crashing his car at a girls’ academy in Elizabethton, according to police. The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office confirmed that Assistant DA Austin Vanhoy has been suspended without pay pending a review of the incident. Elizabethton police […]
Benefit concert for Isaiah 117 House planned at First Baptist
A benefit concert for the Carter County Isaiah 117 House will be held Sunday, May 19, at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church, Elizabethton. The concert will feature an evening of praise and worship with local praise choirs. Featured will be the Valley Forge Free Will choir, Calvary, First Baptist, and St. Paul United Methodist […] The post Benefit concert for Isaiah 117 House planned at First Baptist appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
LINEUP ANNOUNCED FOR 2024 BEECH MOUNTAIN SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
North Carolina’s Beech Mountain Resort has announced the return of its annual outdoor concert series this summer. The series will kick off June 8 with performances by The String Cheese Incident and The Wood Brothers; followed by an extended Party on the Mountain weekend July 19-21 with NEEDTOBREATHE, Dispatch, Greensky Bluegrass, Yola, and Maggie Rose; with Sylvan Esso and Soccer Mommy rounding out the season on August 10.
Treasurer, daughter plead guilty to theft charges at Elizabethton Church
By Robert Sorrell Star Correspondent A treasurer at First Freewill Baptist Church in Elizabethton and his daughter have pleaded guilty to theft charges. On Tuesday, Kenneth Nave, who served as the church’s treasurer, and his daughter, Conner Evans, appeared before Judge Stacy Street in Carter County Criminal Court. With a plea agreement in place, Nave […] The post Treasurer, daughter plead guilty to theft charges at Elizabethton Church appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Assistant district attorney suspended after arrest on DUI, gun-related charges
Buzz Trexler Star Correspondent Austin Kenneth VanHoy, who joined the 1st Judicial District Attorney’s Office as an assistant district attorney about nine months ago, has been suspended without pay pending review of a weekend arrest on various charges. According to an Elizabethton Police Department report, the 28-year-old VanHoy was arrested around 9:30 p.m. Sunday on […] The post Assistant district attorney suspended after arrest on DUI, gun-related charges appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Appalachian State Picks Up 3rd Straight Offensive Lineman Transfer
One weekend is all it took for offensive lineman Luke Burgess to commit to Appalachian State. This marks the third consecutive offensive lineman to sign on the dotted line to wear the Black and Gold. The other two commits were Garner Langlo transferring from Auburn and Andres Dewerk from Southern California.
Touch of Beauty Salon celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting ceremony
ROAN MOUNTAIN — Touch of Beauty Salon marked its official grand opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, May 4. The salon, conveniently situated at 8360 Hwy. 19E in the heart of Roan Mountain, is the collaborative effort of Marlee Hughes and Lexi Helton, who aim to provide a range of services to their […] The post Touch of Beauty Salon celebrates grand opening with ribbon cutting ceremony appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
WJHL Rewind: Cable Country – Henry the stunt pilot
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – Former News Channel 11 anchor Tim Cable oversaw one of the region’s most popular series: Cable Country. In May 1993, Cable was treated to a private show by a stunt pilot in Elizabethton.
Assistant district attorney suspended without pay following DUI charge in Elizabethton
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WCYB) — An assistant district attorney has been suspended without pay after he was charged with driving under the influence in Elizabethton. Austin Kenneth VanHoy, 28, was charged with possession of a handgun (under the influence), DUI, and violation of implied consent following an incident that happened on Sunday, according to the Elizabethton Police Department.
PREP ROUNDUP: Lady Rebels Reach District Title Game
The South Greene Lady Rebels reached the District 1-2A softball championship game with a 12-6 win over the West Greene Lady Buffaloes in the semifinals on Tuesday. South Greene, now 17-8, will host Johnson County in the championship game at 5 p.m. Thursday. West Greene’s season ends at 8-15. In Tuesday’s win, the Lady Rebels scored three runs in the first inning and four in the second. ...
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