A cold wind of gratitude: Elizabethton honors veterans with pride and reflection

Angela Bassett Honors Veteran Chef on Veterans Day

Angela Bassett honors veteran chef Roshara Sanders on Veterans Day As the holiday season approaches, Veterans Day stands out as a time for reflection, honor, and heartfelt gratitude. Beyond parades and patriotic displays, it’s a day that brings attention to the courage and sacrifice of those who’ve served the nation — and this year, one veteran received an unforgettable salute from one of Hollywood’s most beloved stars. Award-winning actress Ang…

A cold wind of gratitude: Elizabethton honors veterans with pride and reflection

Star Correspondent The flags at the Elizabethton-Carter County Veterans Walk of Honor flapped sharply in the icy November wind Tuesday afternoon as the community gathered to pay tribute to America’s veterans during the 2025 Veterans Day Ceremony. Despite bone-chilling temperatures and gusts that cut through the crowd, dozens of residents, veterans, students and community leaders stood shoulder to shoulder downtown to honor the men and women who …