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Elizabethton/Carter County Animal Shelter sees influx of dogs amid fireworks
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) — Several dogs were brought into the Elizabethton/Carter County Animal Shelter after fireworks on July 4 and the day after. “We’ve had them coming in all morning,” shelter director Shannon Posada said on Friday. “We’ve had several, several phone calls of people who have dogs and with no owners, which we anticipate […]
Large crowd floods downtown for Independence Day Celebration
STAR CORRESPONDENT Each year, the Fourth of July Independence Day Celebration at Covered Bridge Park in Elizabethton continues to grow larger, with an evening of music, food, and fireworks creating new memories for the thousands in attendance. The crowd began showing up around 4 p.m. for several pre-music and fireworks events, including the Patriotic Bike, […] The post Large crowd floods downtown for Independence Day Celebration appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Americano Steak House’s sets annual veterans benefit cookout
ROAN MOUNTAIN — Americano Steak House & Wine Bar, 8362 US 19E, has announced its Fourth Annual July Community Cookout from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Donations will be accepted, a release said, and 100 percent will benefit the American Veterans Emergency Response Team. The cookout, which will be held in the restaurant’s parking […] The post Americano Steak House’s sets annual veterans benefit cookout appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Elizabethton Mayor Curt Alexander announces bid for State House of Representatives seat
Elizabethton Mayor Curt Alexander is announcing his candidacy for the open seat for the Fourth District Tennessee State House District 4 in the August 1 primary election. The district covers part of Carter County and all of Unicoi County. John Holsclaw Jr. has held the seat for the last ten years and Is not seeking […] The post Elizabethton Mayor Curt Alexander announces bid for State House of Representatives seat appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Jonesborough Days, live music, 5k and more | Weekend events in the Tri-Cities
TRI-CITIES, Tenn./Va. (WJHL) — Jonesborough Days, live music, the Firefly 5k in Elizabethton and more are taking place this weekend in the Tri-Cities. Below are events happening throughout the region from Friday, July 5 to Sunday, July 7. Fridays After 5 Music by The Kindest People, local restaurants will serve food and drinks. First Friday […]
Enjoy a walk in downtown Elizabethton
Up for a walking challenge? The Tri-Cities Walking Challenge is held locally in Elizabethton each Tuesday from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Led by Jeannie Statzer, the walk is around downtown and the Tweetsie Trail. Hosted by the Goose Chase, the goal of the walking challenge is to simply get the community moving with the easiest […] The post Enjoy a walk in downtown Elizabethton appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Valle Crucis Conference Center opens new trail to Crab Orchard Falls
VALLE CRUCIS — The Valle Crucis Conference Center has announced a new trail leading to Crab Orchard Falls at the Valle Crucis Conference Center. The new trailhead is approximately 50 feet from the existing trailhead, and adds a quarter-mile to the distance between the VCCC main campus and Crab Orchard Falls. The new trail provides a gentler slope up the mountain, as well as more sustainable surfacing and more opportunity for native plants to flourish near the trail. ...
Freedom Hall celebrates 50 years
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Johnson City’s Independence Day celebration wouldn’t be possible without the host venue, Freedom Hall Civic Center. Freedom Hall has been a staple of the Tri-Cities for decades. It’s located along Pactolas Road and nestled between the campuses of Science Hill High School and Liberty Bell Middle School. “50 years of […]
Minneapolis City Council Divided on Police Contract Ahead of July Meetings, Red, White and Boom! Festivities Set for Downtown Riverfront
As Minneapolis revels in the throes of a mild summer, the City Council's inability to reach a consensus on the police labor contract emerges as a notable disruptor of municipal harmony. At the heart of the matter is a contentious 3-3 vote at the Administration & Enterprise Oversight (AEO) Committee meeting on June 25, which left the contract in limbo. Council Members Vetaw and Cashman, along with the contract's proponent, pushed to advance it for consideration at the following City Council assembly, scheduled for June 27. Yet, resistance from Council Members Ellison, Wonsley, and Chughtai countered their efforts, ensuring the contract remains a subject for continued debate.
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