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06/06/2026

In the center of the photo in the black dress with white trim is Virginia Laws who had the honor of turning on the lights this evening at the Bonnie Kate Theater. She is 106 years young! To her right is President of Friends of the Bonnie Kate Theater board, Kent Edens. A great turnout for this historic event!

06/06/2026

It's the lighting of the Bonnie Kate Theater! *The lighting is shortly after the 27:00 mark. 💡

06/05/2026

It's First Friday & lots happening in Downtown Elizabethton including a fun BINGO card to check off as you see all downtown has to offer! AND - don't forget to be at the Bonnie Kate Theater for the lighting of their new marquee by Elizabethton's Virginia Laws - she just celebrated her 106th birthday!

06/05/2026

⭐️Next Tuesday job fair in JC for those still looking for work ! Job Includes training .

06/05/2026

The Tennessee Society of the Children of the American Revolution will be dedicating a monument to honor the child soldiers of the American Revolution tomorrow, June 6th, at 2:00 pm. More details below!

06/05/2026

Happy National Donut Day! The holiday, which is always held on the first Friday in June, honors the Salvation Army's "Donut Lassies" who served the fried treats to soldiers on the front lines during World War I.

06/05/2026

Important Traffic Alert from the City of Elizabethton - Government - read details below!

06/05/2026

The Elizabethton Chamber of Commerce was proud to host two ribbon-cutting ceremonies celebrating the new ownership and management team at Elizabethton Ford and Elizabethton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (Elizabethton CDJR).

Community members, business leaders, Chamber representatives, and dealership staff gathered to mark this exciting new chapter for both dealerships and to welcome the team as they begin serving the Elizabethton community with renewed energy, hometown values, and a commitment to exceptional customer service.

“We were honored to celebrate not one, but two exciting milestones with Elizabethton Ford and Elizabethton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram,” said Veronica Alsop, Director of the Elizabethton Chamber of Commerce. “Thank you to Scott, Jon, and the entire team for inviting the Chamber to be part of this special occasion. We warmly welcome you to our business community and are grateful for your investment in Elizabethton. We look forward to supporting your success and watching both dealerships grow and thrive for many years to come.”

Representatives Scott Graap and Jon McConaha shared their appreciation for the community’s support.

“Thank you, Elizabethton, for welcoming us here at Elizabethton Ford and Elizabethton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram and for the opportunity to serve your automotive needs. We look forward to meeting as many of you as we can and providing the best car-buying experience ever, whether it’s in Sales or Service. We hope you’ll make the short, beautiful drive to visit us, and we’ll do our very best to welcome you and make your experience a wonderful one.”

The Elizabethton Chamber of Commerce congratulates the teams at Elizabethton Ford and Elizabethton Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, wishing them continued success as they serve the community and build lasting customer relationships throughout the region.

06/05/2026

Are you a history buff or just want to learn more about our region? Here's a great opportunity with some FREE program events at the Holston Heritage Museum located in Bluff City!

The Friends of the Holston Heritage Friends Of Holston Heritage Museum , a newly formed nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, is announcing a series of summer programs and events
at the Holston Heritage Museum in Bluff City.

Organization leaders say the new group was created to support, promote, and expand the museum’s mission while helping create new educational and community opportunities centered
on local history and heritage. Members of the organization are planning a variety of future programs, exhibits, activities, and community events.

The museum is located at 337 Carter Street in Bluff City, behind the Impact Community Center (ICC), and is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. Visitors are invited to explore exhibits highlighting local history and heritage while attending special presentations throughout the summer.

Upcoming events include:
• June 12 at 7 p.m. — Local historian and researcher Dean Walker will present “The Search for Planes and Things on Holston Mountain.” Walker will share photographs, research, and insights
about the crash of the DC-3 aircraft on Holston Mountain in 1959, along with other fascinating stories connected to the mountain.
• July 11 at 2 p.m. — Retired Milligan University professor John Neth will present a program on Revolutionary War-era weaponry, offering historical information and demonstrations related to fi****ms and equipment used during the colonial period.
• Aug. 1 at 2 p.m. — Author Jennifer Bauer, former manager of Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park in Elizabethton, will discuss her new book, Sycamore Shoals of the Watauga. Copies of the
book will be available for purchase following the presentation.

The talks are open to the public, and free. In addition to guest speakers, the museum plans to host various summer activities and craft events for the community. The Friends of the Holston
Heritage Museum encourages community members to visit the museum, attend programs, and follow the organization on Facebook for updates and announcements about future events and
projects.

06/04/2026

After lots of TLC from the aftermath of Helene, Roan Creek Campground in Butler is set to reopen Father's Day weekend! For camping enthusiasts, this is a great way to show Dad some love in the beautiful outdoors!

The campground features:
• Three cabins
• Nine full-hookup RV sites
• Six individual tent sites
• One group tent site

Roan Creek Campground
205 Morefield Rd
Butler, TN 37640

For additional information, visit www.DMRA.gov or call 423-460-1295

Popular campground in Johnson County set to reopen Father’s Day wee...