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Juveniles charged with vandalizing local business By Abby Morris-Frye Star Staff amorris@starhq.com Five juveniles have been charged with vandalizing a city business earlier this month. According to information released by the Elizabethton Police Department, an investigation began on Sept. 2 into vandalism at Pal's fast food restaurant, located at 413 E. Elk Ave. "Employees of the business reported finding graffiti on the menu boards. The graffiti consisted of profanity and derogatory comments directed towards law enforcement," states EPD Sgt. Michael Merritt in a report on the incident. "Later the same day the employees called back to report finding additional graffiti on the top of the building where the Pal's signature food items -- shake, fries, hotdog and hamburger -- are located. The employees and officers had also found a silver chain and pendant hanging from the french fries on the top of the building." Merritt states in his report that through the investigation, officers determined that there were five juveniles that had assembled in the gravel lot adjacent to the Twin's Field on West Mill Street and then proceeded to Pal's to commit the vandalism. "The juveniles then scaled the building to 'leave their mark' on the oversized food items. The information received during the interviews led officers to question the juveniles about the silver chain and pendant," states Merritt in a report on the incident. "Officers then discovered that four of the juveniles had been to the Elizabethton High School prior to going to Pal's. The four juveniles had gained access to the school gymnasium and eventually to the football dressing room. Once inside the dressing room one juvenile took a silver chain and pendant left in a football player's locker and another juvenile took a football helmet." On Wednesday, Merritt filed Juvenile Petitions in Carter County Juvenile Court charging the five juveniles with vandalism under $500. Additionally, Merritt filed Juvenile Petitions against four of the juveniles charging them with burglary in connection with burglary and theft of items from Elizabethton High School.

I like Mr. Ed as a person but, he has NEVER been a strong supporter of the EHS sports programs. Over the years there have been several coaches who wanted to coach at Elizabethton but, he always told me "we hire teachers not coaches". In other words, they hire teachers who will coach instead of coaches who can teach. BIG difference. See you in the funny papers!

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I didn't mean to leave the impression that Hampton didn't deserve credit. On the contrary they showed great character in their defeat of Johnson County, especially Dustin Millhorn! That boy can really move! Yes, the language I heard at Johnson County did annoy me but, that's not the main issue here. The main issue is not only is this type of behavior increasing but it is being more and more accepted. Do you want you children or grandchildren to grow up around this vulgarity? I don't. We, as adults, need to step up to our responsibility and do whatever is necessary to stop the filth coming out of our young people instead of just saying "nothing's going to change".

Are you serious??? You're actually saying that #77 is a no show??? You must be on some good drugs, especially during the games. Ellis is one of the few that the opposing team doesn't want to come up against. Have you noticed when he is playing defense the offensive line double or even triple teams him? Have you noticed also that the opposing team will run the ball away from him? Have you noticed when Elizabethton runs the ball to his side they usually gain yardage? Saying he's a no show is absolutely ridiculous! I do agree we can't throw it all on the QB's shoulders. He's made good improvements since the loss to Science Hill. If he continues to gain confidence and to start looking for more than one receiver, he will become a quarterback who can help lead the team. Elizabethton is a little weak this year but, not because of a lack of heart or desire to win. Go Cyclones! See you in the funny papers!

Well, I sure was wrong. Elizabethton would have beaten the Johnson County team that played against Hampton. But, the JC team that played Elizabethton could have beaten most teams in Northeast Tennessee. Elizabethton should have been the more dominate team however, it wasn't their night. I hate to say it but, Elizabethton may have been out coached. JC had a good game plan and they seemed to stick with it. They ran the ball, then they ran the ball, then they ran the ball again. Elizabethton's defense was on the field most of the first half. By the end of the game E's defense (for the most part) was worn down. I said last week that if Johnson County expected to compete this year, they would have to clean up their game. Well, that's exactly what they did! You gotta hand it to them, they stepped up to the challenge. On a sad note...I believe I heard more cursing from the Johnson County fans on Friday night than I heard all last year! Not just from the stands. I was bombarded with bad language while in my car in line to get tickets, on the way to the stands from my car, in line at the concession stand, during the game & after the game while walking to my car. As far as I know, none was directed toward me. Cursing just seemed to be a part of the Johnson County dialog, especially from the teenagers. I'm not talking about mild language here. I'm talking about "######" this and "f" that. While in line at the concession stand there were 2 guys and a girl discussing what they were going to do to each other. Very loudly and very graphically. I don't know what made them think that everyone around them wanted to know the details of their perversions. Maybe the Johnson County school system needs to start teaching ENGLISH to their students so they want be speaking GARBAGE. Also, education starts AT HOME! See you in the funny papers!

Hey Glee and All! I'm back and PUMPED! First...The Johnson County/Hampton game was one of the sloppiest games I've seen. I know it's early, but too many fumbles and missed tackles & blocks (H-#77). Both teams will have to clean up their game if they expect to compete. Second...Elizabethton without a doubt will beat Johnson County. Although a little short on experience, Coach Whitten will have his team playing with pride and determination behind the likes of the quarterback Anderson and Ellis on the line. Elizabethton also has talented players in many other positions. Johnson County is simply to short on skilled positions to seriously compete with E. Good luck to both teams! That's all for now. See ya in the funny papers!

Let's "Tell The Truth"... (Quote) "I agree that right now Smith is better at QB than Anderson, but if no one else will step up and be a capable RB, they might want to consider alittle moving around in the backfield. If no one will step up and be a good RB, they might HAVE to make a move... But I'm not the coach, so..." This post has been edited by Rangerbook06: Aug 28 2006 - 08:58 PM Time to move on now.

Very nice commentary. Well taken!

My intention was not to stir everybody up. After all, the only ones who got stirred up were you and Glee. Believe it or not...my opinions count as much as yours. You can take both of our opinions and 50 cents and get a cup of coffee. I'm not a parent. I don't even have a kid who plays football. Maybe you need to have some respect for other's "moronic" opinions. Another thing, I don't need anyone to "come to my rescue". I'm a big boy and can stand on my own. And lastly, The cyclones are in Elizabethton. Maybe "Cow Town" is easier to spell for you.

Calm down papa. If you'll read my post...I never said Smith should be benched or something. I'm only suggesting what might be a good move for the TEAM (no "I"), not for an individual.

Wrong again.

Nope. Pretty close to the quarterback?

I thought you were too classy to call someone a "moron".

Were you at Friday nights game against Science Hill? Elizabethton does need a running back. Why not Smith? He obviously runs better than he throws. 47% completions with 3 ints. is not good in any book. Whether it's called or not I don't know but, he rarely steps up into the pocket. Scrambling is a must and he his good at it but, when it's time to pass then step up and pass. Don't get me wrong. Smith is definitely a good athelete but, he would be better utilized as a running back. He has the speed and the moves. This would help to balance the offense. I also believe Smith doesn't need to be playing defense. This time would be better used in rest and preparation for the next series. As I stated before, by the fourth quarter he was worn out. It's just too much to ask of him.

From what I've seen so far...Elizabethton would be much better served by Smith as a running back. Smith for sure has a big heart on the field but his feet are way too happy for an effective quarterback. By putting the Anderson kid in at quarterback (who seems much calmer and methodical) then Smith would be freed up to gain alot of yards as a back since running is what he seems to be best at. With Smith moving around so much out of the pocket, the offensive line can't do their job effectively because they don't know where Smith is going to be after the ball is snaped. Therefore, he ends up running about every other play. By the fourth quarter he is so tired that his passing game suffers due to his accuracy declining.

From what I saw on Friday night, Elizabethton's offensive line will be one of the best in the confrence. This will be a great asset to the good quarterbacks, running backs and receivers. If they run the ball and throw short passes to the left side they will get some good blocking, especially from the Ellis kid. Seems they do better with long pass plays to the right side. Overall I believe their offensive line will play a BIG part in their success. If the defensive line improves over the next few games, Elizabethton could be headed to a confrence title.

Hey "Tell The Truth", I'm new to the area. Will the DB vs. South game be a good one to go tommorrow night? Does your boy play for Elizabethton? I saw them play last night on cable tv. Channel 13 I think. What position does he play & what number is he? That quarterback (#8) for Eliz. looked pretty good. Will the Eliz. Science Hill game be on cable also? I hope to be able to come out and watch in person if I can get some time off from work. Hope you guys do well this season!

The only thing Tim Chambers can bring up is a good beltch.