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Senior Center Schedule
Schedule of activities at the Elizabethton Senior Center, 428 East G Street, for the week of Monday, July 1 – Friday, July 5: Hours: Monday – Thursday: 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Friday: 8 a.m. – 12 noon. The billiard room and fitness room are open and no appointments are necessary. Monday: Just Keep Movin’ […] The post Senior Center Schedule appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
SkyLine/SkyBest offers reward for information regarding vandalism
WEST JEFFERSON, N.C. – After two separate accounts of vandalism to newly constructed fiber-optic cable in Carter County, SkyLine/SkyBest will offer a $5000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) involved. On May 22, SkyLine/SkyBest discovered the first instance of vandalism along Tiger Creek. Damages included three cut cables, all […] The post SkyLine/SkyBest offers reward for information regarding vandalism appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
TVA offers tips to stay cool, save on electric bill
Hot temperatures are expected to stay with us for a few more days. The 90 degree temperatures are driving up power demand across the region. This week, TVA offered some money saving tips on electric bills. They include: – Unplug appliances when not in use. – Use major appliances early in the morning and late […] The post TVA offers tips to stay cool, save on electric bill appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
TBI investigation leads to charges in Johnson City officer-involved shooting
JOHNSON CITY — An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has resulted in charges in connection with an officer-involved shooting that occurred in Johnson City on Friday evening. On June 21, at the request of 1st Judicial District Attorney General Steve Finney, TBI agents began investigating an officer-involved shooting in […] The post TBI investigation leads to charges in Johnson City officer-involved shooting appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Elizabethton Police Department seeks community assistance in identifying theft suspect
The Elizabethton Police Department is seeking the community’s assistance in identifying a male subject involved in a theft at RediMart. Authorities are urging anyone with information about this incident or the individual involved to come forward. If you have any relevant information, tips can be sent via text message by texting “TIPEPD” followed by your […] The post Elizabethton Police Department seeks community assistance in identifying theft suspect appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Rep. Harshbarger introduces House companion bill to boloser music tourism in Tennessee, U.S.
U.S. Representatives Diana Harshbarger (R-TN-01) and Nanette Barragán (D-CA-44) introduced H.R. 8843, a House companion bill to S. 4212, the American Music Tourism Act. Introduced in April by U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn in the upper chamber, this bicameral legislation will help bolster music tourism both in Tennessee and nationwide. “From renowned entertainment attractions like Dollywood […] The post Rep. Harshbarger introduces House companion bill to boloser music tourism in Tennessee, U.S. appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Seniors enjoy trip to Colorado
Some members of the Elizabethton Senior Citizens Center as well as some other seniors in the area recently enjoyed a bus tour, which included stops in Tennessee, Arkansas and Colorado. Stops in Tennessee included Beale Street and the famous Peabody Hotel in Memphis. Other stops included Fort Smith National Historic Site in Arkansas, Garden of […] The post Seniors enjoy trip to Colorado appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Firefly 5K Run/Walk scheduled July 5th in downtown Elizabethton
The Fourth Annual Firefly 5K Run/Walk will be held in downtown Elizabethton Friday, July 5, beginning at 8 p.m. It will also be First Friday in the downtown and the streets will be filled with music, shopping, dining and lots of fun. The race starts and finishes by running/walking through the Historic Covered Bridge. Registration […] The post Firefly 5K Run/Walk scheduled July 5th in downtown Elizabethton appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Operation Dry Water returns for July 4th holiday weekend
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) participates in Operation Dry Water (ODW), a year-round boating under the influence (BUI) and enforcement campaign. ODW’s heightened awareness and enforcement annually takes place around the July 4th holiday. The July 4th holiday means an increase in boater activity, and the TWRA will be on heightened alert for boating […] The post Operation Dry Water returns for July 4th holiday weekend appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Carter County man faces multiple charges after fleeing traffic stop
A Carter County man faces multiple charges after reportedly fleeing a traffic stop in a stolen vehicle, crashing, stealing another vehicle, and leading police on a second pursuit before crashing again and being taken into custody. Deputies arrested Robert Jacob Ray, 32, of 1439 Riverview Drive, Elizabethton, and charged him with resisting arrest, two counts […] The post Carter County man faces multiple charges after fleeing traffic stop appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
How to gain eternal salvation
I often think of all the services that churches throughout the area provide. Some provide food to the needy, others provide clothing for the less fortunate. Others provide family services for those with problem children and for couples that are going through marital issues. There are youth activities for the young and activities for the […] The post How to gain eternal salvation appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Jonesborough Days return July 4-6
Jonesborough Days will take place Thursday, July 4, through Saturday, July 6. A parade will take place at 10 a.m. July 4, and a kick-off dinner will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday. Various entertainment and activities take place throughout the historic district Thursday thru Saturday. Doc’s Front Porch will feature a variety of storytellers […] The post Jonesborough Days return July 4-6 appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Fireworks return to Freedom Hall
A number of events have been scheduled for July 4th in the area, among them the Independence Day Fireworks at Freedom Hall Civic Center. The event will feature live music, food trucks, contests, a fireworks show and more at Freedom Hall Civic Center. Richlands, Va. native and “The Voice” contestant Noah Spencer will take the […] The post Fireworks return to Freedom Hall appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
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