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  Festival showcases Native American culture

  Area residents can enjoy an entertaining and educational weekend of dance, legends, music and demonstrations at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area's 23d annual Native American Festival.
  The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturday, June 1 and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday, June 2 at Fort Watauga in Elizabethton.
  The festival will focus on Cherokee heritage, with storytelling and Cherokee language workshops as well as demonstrations of Native American song and dance, flute an...

  Published May 23, 2013 or Published 4 weeks ago - By Staff Reports

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  Two Pence Productions presents 'Rocky Horror'

  Two Pence Productions is taking its production of Richard O'Brien's cult classic "The Rocky Horror Show" on the road, with shows beginning Wednesday, Oct. 31 at the Bonnie Kate Theater in Elizabethton. Curtains up is 8 p.m.
  Directed by Ashley Seehorn, "The Rocky Horror Show" tells the story of two young lovers, Brad Majors and Janet Weiss, who are caught with a flat tire during a thunderstorm. They come across an old castle owned by the murderously hedonistic mad scientist Dr. Frankenfurter ...

  Published October 30, 2012 or Published 8 months ago - By Staff Reports

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  Liberty! Outdoor drama returns for 34th season at Sycamore Shoals

  Tennessee's official outdoor drama is back for its 34th season of shows at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area in Elizabethton, where the stage for the tale was set more than two centuries ago.
  Opening July 12, "Liberty!: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals" is the story of the settlement's beginnings and its importance during the Revolutionary War.
  "Leaving the protection of the English Colonies, long hunters and settlers began crossing the Appalachian Mountains in violation of the British Proclam...

  Published July 9, 2012 or Published 11 months ago - By Ben Kashdan

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  Arts, music -- this celebration has it all covered

  Constructed in 1882 for $3,000, the Elizabethton Covered Bridge, stretching 134 feet across the Doe River, remains the most photographed landmark in Carter County.
  This weekend, thousands of visitors are expected to gather at the picturesque structure -- which is celebrating its 130th birthday and recently underwent a complete renovation -- for the 46th Annual Covered Bridge Celebration, featuring craftsmen, artists, food and entertainment.
  Festivities will officially get under way with a r...

  Published June 4, 2012 or Published 1 year ago - By Staff Report

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  Have your own ‘Mediterranean Adventure’ at Primo’s

  Everyone has a favorite Italian restaurant. Even Billy Joel did, and he wrote a song about his. Growing up, my family’s favorite place for Italian was in a converted 1890s-era bank building. No red-checked tablecloths or chianti-bottle candle holders could be found here. The place had more marble, columns, white linen napery and frescoes than the Roman Forum. The food they produced matched the décor: lovely to look at, each bite a properly prepared and authentic treat for the pal...

  Published February 17, 2012 or Published 1 year ago - By Mystery Diner

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  Newell-Hendershot exhibit honors local watercolorists

  Throughout August, visitors to Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area will have the chance to see the works of local artists participating in the 2011 Newell-Hendershot Watermedia Exhibition.
  The show will begin at 10 a.m., Aug. 6, at the park’s main gallery, located at 1651 W. Elk Avenue in Elizabethton. The show was named in memory of two late watercolorists, Carol Hendershot and Polly Newell, who diligently worked in the Watauga Valley Art League to spread the love of art in Northeast ...

  Published August 1, 2011 or Published 2 years ago - By Staff Report

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  Poor Trav's at the Blue Circle packs a good sammie

  At a glance: Poor Trav’s Deli (at the Blue Circle), 101 Broad St., Elizabethton, Tenn.; 423-543-6128; Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-9:45 p.m.; credit cards accepted.
  In my lifetime I’ve had more deli sandwiches that I’ve had haircuts. Usually, these lunchtime meals have been to-go orders, and the side items are typically one of three — a bag of chips, or a pickle, or on winter days, a small bowl of soup.
  I have a new one to add to that list: a pickled egg.
  At Poor Trav&rs...

  Published July 22, 2011 or Published 2 years ago - By Mystery Diner

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  Sycamore Shoals seeking volunteer seamstresses

  From the establishment of the Watauga Association to the Transylvania Purchase to the muster of the Overmountain Men, Sycamore Shoals played a significant role in 18th century America, serving as the setting for some of the most dramatic events in the expansion of the nation’s western boundary.
  And while there’s much to learn from browsing the educational displays inside the Elizabethton park’s visitors center or exploring its reconstruction of Fort Watauga, living history ...

  Published July 8, 2011 or Published 2 years ago - By Jessica Fischer

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  Nanny's in Elizabethton offers good comfort food

  At a glance: Nanny’s Country Kitchen, 112 E. Elk Ave., Elizabethton, Tenn.; 423-543-3336; Monday-Friday, 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; credit cards accepted.
  You hear of daddy’s girls and mama’s boys, well, I was a grandma’s boy. Actually, I called her nanny, and we were buddies. She passed away years ago, but I still laugh at the funny things she would do and say, especially her one-liners.
  One time after finishing a bowl of chicken and dumplings at her house, I told her she s...

  Published June 2, 2011 or Published 2 years ago - By Mystery Diner

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  Sycamore Shoals braces for annual attack on Fort Watauga

  More than 150 Colonial, British and Native re-enactors will converge at the recreated Fort Watauga at Sycamore Shoals this month to relive the days when America’s first frontier was the land beyond the blue ridge.
  The annual Siege of Fort Watauga will be held May 21 and 22 at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area.
  Admission is free.
  “This is our largest re-enactment of the year,” park manager Jennifer Bauer said.
  The event is a live retelling of the Cherokee attack on the ...

  Published May 13, 2011 or Published 2 years ago - By Carmen Musick

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  ACS benefit concert set at T.A. Dugger

  R&L Entertainment and Sound Tech Recording will present a benefit concert for the American Cancer Society on Saturday at T.A. Dugger Junior High School, 305 W. E Street.
  The show will feature The Brotherhood, Loren Harris, and Majestic Heights Quartet. Doors open at 6 p.m. with the show starting at 6:45. Admission is $10 for adults, two for $15; $5 for students age 18-under; and free for children ages 6-under.

  Published January 28, 2011 or Published 2 years ago - By Staff Report

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  Lakeo Steakhouse brings flavor to E-Town

  At a glance: Lakeo Steakhouse of Japan, 139 Hudson Drive, Elizabethton; (423) 213-5267; Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 5-9 p.m. (open to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday); credit cards accepted.
  “Be prepared to make changes in your plans.”
  Always good advice, yes, but definitely ironic words of wisdom to be found in a fortune cookie during a week of delays, cancellations and altered schedules brought on by Mother Nature. As I read this “fortune” message from my table ...

  Published January 13, 2011 or Published 2 years ago - By Staff Report

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  For your classic ‘old-timey burger joint’ fare, try JB’s

  Finding a restaurant that has cheeseburgers, greasy onion rings and a Coke on the menu requires absolutely zero effort. Heck, if I had to, I could walk to one in my neighborhood. But the list of locally owned places that serve burgers, onion rings, soft drinks AND ice cream cones at the same counter is much shorter.
  A reader sent an e-mail encouraging me to visit JB’s, describing the place as an “oldtimey burger joint.” Wow, it seems some readers know the way to my heart.
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  Published November 12, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Mystery Diner

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  Elizabethton to hold several holiday events

  
  The Holiday Activities committee has announced the dates and times for upcoming events:
  • The annual Lighting of the Frasier Fir, Nov. 16, 5:30 p.m., on the grounds of the UT Agriculture Extension office, 824 E. Elk Ave. This community event will feature youth choirs, trumpeters, Musket Volley by the Wataugan’s, Cider from the Homespun Storey Telling Guild and fresh cookies from Bonnie Kate Café. The evening will climax with the lighting of the magnificent Fraser Fir and ...

  Published November 11, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Staff Report

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  WVAL Christmas Art Show planned at Sycamore Shoals

  
  The annual Christmas Art Show at Sycamore Shoals State Historic Area will start with a meet-the-artist reception Nov. 28 from 1:30-4 p.m. The show is sponsored by the Watauga Valley Art League with Sycamore Shoals as host to both the League art show and decorated Christmas trees.
  The pubic is invited to the reception to enjoy the artwork, close to 20 attractive live trees, and harp music by Jaime Johnson (for more information on Johnson, visit her at www.songoftheharp  . com).
  The...

  Published November 8, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Staff Report

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  Elizabethton Announces Holiday Plans

  
  The Elizabethton Holiday Activities committee has announced the dates and times for upcoming holiday events.
  Kick off the holiday’s with the Annual Lighting of the Frasier Fir November 16th 5:30 PM. The lighting of the Fraser Fir will take place on the grounds of the UT Agriculture Extension office, 824 East Elk Avenue. This community event will feature youth choirs, trumpeters, and other outstanding performances, Musket Volley by the Wataugan’s, Cider from the Homespun Storey ...

  Published November 5, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Staff Report

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  Dee’s Cafe: Classic country breakfast in downtown Elizabethton

  With the exception of a few four-legged animals and their owners, or the occasional merchant arriving for work early, all is rather quiet just before sunrise along the streets of downtown Elizabethton. At 6 a.m., the “open” sign in the window of Dee’s Café shines to drivers along Elk Avenue.
  Elizabethton residents know this corner spot as the former home of Hook’s, a longtime Carter County staple. And it’s there in this close-knit community during this ea...

  Published September 13, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Mystery Diner

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  Taste of Carter County tickets now available

  Tickets are now on sale for one of the most popular annual culinary events in Elizabethton, The Taste of Carter County.
  This year’s Taste, sponsored by Carter County Bank, will be held on June 1 at 5:30 p.m. at the Boys and Girls Club of Elizabethton. More than 10 local restaurants will participate in the annual kickoff event to the Covered Bridge Celebration.
  This year’s participants include Domino’s, Lonestar Steakhouse and Saloon, Applebees, Bonnie Kate Cafe, Captain&r...

  Published May 25, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By John Thompson

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  Elizabethton museum to be dedicated to strange tale of Pelham Humphries

  A museum dedicated to preserving the story of Pelham Humphries and his many descendants is scheduled to open this summer in a 10,000 square-foot building at 700 South Sycamore St.
  The organizer of the museum is Ted Bradshaw, one of the Humphries’ descendants. Bradshaw has been researching Pelham Humphries since 1969 and his claim to the land known as Spindletop, where one of the largest oil discoveries in American history was made.
  Bradshaw has written one book about the Pelham Hump...

  Published May 25, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By John Thompson

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  New barbecue joint lacks frills, but the food is good

  Perhaps in another lifetime I’ll start my own restaurant. I’ve entertained the thought from time to time, but before doing so, I will need to do a few things, which include learning how to cook and also gaining a love for cooking.
  If I ever do, one thing’s for certain: I won’t be going into the barbecue business. Please don’t get me wrong. I love barbecue — good barbecue, that is, but when it comes to this particular Southern cuisine, people aren’t a...

  Published May 6, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Mystery Diner

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  Milligan celebrates Earth Week

  To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Earth Day, Milligan College will host a series of special events, April 18-24. The events, which are free and open to the public, are sponsored by Milligan’s Creation Care Committee and Residence Life. “Earth Week is one way for the campus to recognize that caring for God's creation is every Christian's responsibility,” said student Marsha Allen, leader of the Creation Care Committee.The week begins with a Creation Care vespers service on...

  Published April 16, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Staff Report

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  At Nancy's Kitchen, breakfast sampler will more than satisfy

  At a glance: Nancy's Kitchen, 2608 State Line Road, Elizabethton; 543-4831; Monday-Saturday, 6 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; credit cards accepted.
  Some folks are the ones you call when you have a household electrical question, or there is an unusual sound under your engine hood, or you need guidance for planning a budget-friendly trip to the Big Apple, or are seeking advice on dealing with your stubborn 2-year old (or 16-year-old).
  I never get those calls, but I am the person who i...

  Published April 9, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Mystery Diner

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  Milligan Orchestra presents spring concert

  
  The Milligan College Orchestra will present its spring concert on Thursday, April 15, at 7:30 p.m. in Milligan’s Seeger Memorial Chapel. The concert is free and open to the public.Under the direction of Dr. Kellie Brown, the orchestra will present a variety of works by Haydn, Barber, Joplin and Cowell. The concert will feature two guest vocalists. Timothy Laurio, a sophomore at Milligan who recently concluded a stunning performance in the college’s presentation of the musical &l...

  Published March 29, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Staff Report

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  Mystery Diner - Bonnie Kate Café, Elizabethton

  Bonnie Kate Theatre is an icon of downtown Elizabethton. Known for its rocking chairs and having only two screens, the theater has been showing films for as long as I can remember. On the other hand, the café, located adjacent to the lobby, is rather new.
  The dining room has a warm bistro feel, making it an ideal place for breakfast or lunch, which is all they serve, except for the upscale dinner on Friday evenings. I was told that they may be opening Saturday nights soon.
  During m...

  Published April 27, 2010 or Published 3 years ago - By Mystery Diner

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• madcat_1 comment on Washburn Bantum Bass For sale Steven Johnson Art Series - 6 days ago

  http://tricities.craigslist.org/msg/3801890942.html
  
  
  I have a Washburn Bantam Bass Series BB4SJK 4-String Bass for sale. Price is 300.00 dollars cash. It is in mint condition. I have only played this interment out 4 or 5 times. There is nothing wrong with it just doesn't have enough strings for me i play 5 and 6 string bass on most days. Has original case from Washburn I bought it local at he Washburn dealer here in town. I can get more pics if you desire or can meet within reasonable distance to see.
  
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• goemtu comment on WGTはあまり競争力R1ドライバーはありますか？実証的調査 - 2 weeks ago

  この短い研究では、私はレベル98で、または上記のプレイヤーが利用可能、この新しいクラブの導入は、任意の測定可能な程度にゲーム内での競争力をシフトしているかどうかを判断するために、R1ドライバーの影響で経験を見てみましょう。私の調査結果では、R1ドライバ（この調査の時点でツアー伝説の34％だけが利用示し、レディゴーによって測定されるよう以下のレジェンドと（<1％）のはるかに小さな割合は、競争力のある気候変動に大きな影響を与えているトーナメント活動。
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  R1ドライバーとゲームへの影響についての話はたくさんあり​​ました。多くのクラブがまだ支配的支配的なプレーヤーの小さなグループを作ったので、選手の大半のためのWGTはあまり競争力行ったことの懸念を表明しました。私は真実が何であるかを参照するための詳細な実証的な見てみることにしました。
  レディ·ゴー（ "RG"）トーナメントで正常に競争するためには、それは1つが、少なくともいくつかの規則性でトップ5内に配置する必要があるということができる。トップ30の場所は報酬を受け取るされていますが、それは1つが彼らの信用エントリーでハンサムなリターンを見ているトップ5内に配置することによってのみである。だから私は、どのようにそれらの重要な上位5位入賞の多く見てRGのト​​ーナメントの数百のトップ5の場所を見てレベル98または上記であった。3月上旬にR1ドライバーの導入前と後の両方で。
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  R1の導入前に、レベル98以上のすべての階層に開かれているすべてのRGであったトップ5入賞の割合は60.5パーセント（RG 1000、または約3から605）であった。導入後はこの割合は68.7パーセント（1075年の738から、またはRG当たり約3.4）に上昇した。低エントリのRG（以下300クレジットと）、この割合は57.8％から67.8パーセントに上昇した。類似した増加はサンプルサイズが制限だった50クレジットRGSの、以外のすべてクレジットエントリーレベル越え発見された。 （これを読んでどんな数学の人のデータは3.47の信頼水準で有意性のZスコアを示した - 非統計のため基本的に任意の合理的な疑いを超えた証明を示す）。

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  The sun shines almost every day in Dubai, therefore making it the perfect place for some fun and relaxation on the beach or exploring the many locations of the natural outdoors. Dubai offers many activities to keep tourists entertained. Tourists can discover wrecks in the ocean or attending a concert of a diva. Visitors could also try their hand at belly and salsa dancing or go swimming with the dolphins. Tourists can also have the unique experience of skiing in the desert. Dubai is an extremely exciting place to live in or even spend a holiday in where something new happens almost every other day. Shopping in Dubai is also a form of entertainment in and of itself. Visitors can also go to Gold souk which is a historic market that is entertaining not only for shoppers but also for sightseers. Dubai is usually considered synonymous with shopping with its huge shopping events like the Dubai Shopping festival where almost all shops put up a sale.

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