Dec 29, 2024 · STAR CORRESPONDENT On Saturday evening at the Warriors Christmas Classic, the KACHEA Wildcats’ hot shooting was too much for the Happy Valley Warriors to overcome. The Wildcats shot 28-for-48 overall from the floor (58.3%) and were equally sharp from 3-point range, connecting on 11-of-19 long-range shots (57.8%) in a 73-38 win. “It was as bad […]

Jan 2, 2025 · By Dawn R. Smart The Elizabethton Lady Cyclones basketball team recently competed in the Hilton Sandestin Beach Basketball Blowout in Destin, Florida. When everything was said and done, the Lady Cyclones walked away with the gold, going 3-0 in tournament play. Game 1: Elizabethton 69, Leslie County 31 The Lady Cyclones came out hot, hitting […]

Dec 31, 2024 · MORRISTOWN – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Morristown has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia, warning of strong winds and snow in higher elevations today and tonight.. Wind Advisories and Warnings. A High Wind Warning remains in effect for portions of the East Tennessee Mountains and adjacent foothills ...

Dec 27, 2024 · MORRISTOWN – The National Weather Service (NWS) in Morristown, Tennessee, has issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook for portions of southwest North Carolina, east Tennessee, and southwest Virginia, highlighting potentially hazardous conditions through the weekend.. Winds will strengthen further in the mountains and foothills on Friday into Friday evening, with a Wind Advisory in effect until ...

Jan 3, 2025 · State Treasurer David H. Lillard, Jr. recently returned $4,837.78 in Unclaimed Property to Mayor Bill Carter on behalf of the City of Elizabethton. Unclaimed property is money turned over to the State by businesses and organizations that were unable to locate the rightful owner. The Unclaimed Property Division is a consumer protection program of the […]

Jan 2, 2025 · Thirty-one percent of U.S. households struggle to pay the expense of meeting their energy needs. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federally funded program that helps low-income households with their home energy bills. Our agency’s LIHEAP Outreach RV will be throughout our region helping those needing assistance. Nationwide, LIHEAP provides energy […]

Dec 27, 2024 · There are many “walking” opportunities in Elizabethton – the Tweetsie Trail, Linear Path, and shorter walking paths in local parks such as the Cat Island Park (now closed due to Hurricane Helene flooding), Senior Citizens Park, etc. And, many residents choose to walk downtown at night on the lighted sidewalks. However, one walking trail that […]

Sep 29, 2024 · BY IVAN SANDERS UNIFIED PIO – ELIZABETHTON CITY & CARTER COUNTY Carter County Mayor Patty Woodby announced on Sunday morning that schools in the Carter County School System will be closed Monday, Sept. 30 through Friday, Oct. 4. Subscribe to our free email newsletter Get the latest news sent to your inbox Also, all Carter […]

Jan 2, 2025 · The Coloring Connection Coming up January 14 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at the Elizabethton Carter County Public Library is The Coloring Connection. The Coloring Connection is held the second Tuesday of each month and is free to the public. Subscribe to our free email newsletter Get the latest news sent to your inbox […]

Dec 18, 2024 · Carter County Mayor Patty Woodby announced Wednesday evening the termination of Billy Harrell as the county’s Emergency Management Agency (EMA) director. Effective immediately, Shannon Winters, the department’s deputy director, will serve as interim director. Mayor Woodby assured residents that the leadership transition will not disrupt emergency assistance or relief efforts as the ...