Local business gives thanks by giving back to community
By Teresa Crowder
Freelance Writer
In a nation worn out from the negativity of some of its people, the dire …
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UETHDA announces Johnson County Commodity Food Distribution for December
Staff Report
(MOUNTAIN CITY, TN) The Upper East Tennessee Human Development Agency will begin a Commodity Distribution December 8, 2021 …
Center grants lead to special events, programs
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The Johnson County Senior Center is constantly trying to expand its resources and programs. As part of this, Director …
Pickleball popularity soars, senior classes available
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Meg Dickens
There has been a lot of interest surrounding the long-awaited pickleball field. Promptly before Hometown Service …
Jo. Co. Arts Council to host Christmas Craft Show Saturday
By Karla Prudhomme
Freelance Writer
Mark your calendars for Saturday, November 20, as
the much-anticipated Christmas Craft Show is …
“Doctor Woman” became a legend on the Cumberland Plateau
Dr. May Wharton serviced the health needs of the residents of Cumberland County TN from 1918 until WWII. When she …
Local family takes racing to the next level
By Teresa Crowder
Freelance Writer
In this fast-paced world, we often find ourselves racing from one activity to another. Amy …
Parsons crowned Miss East Tennessee
Johnson County native Taylor Parsons, second from left, was crowned Miss East Tennessee and the winner of the Deniese Cater …
Celebrate our veterans in a unique time
United States military personnel make myriad sacrifices every day. Recognition of those sacrifices is just one of the ways Americans …
“I Am Telling The Truth” A Survivor’s Story
Emily Smith and Maggie Wilson supporting one another as they tell their story.
Photo by Dan Cullinane
By Dan Cullinane …
CDC Launches New Education Campaigns Aimed at Preventing Drug Overdose Deaths
To save more lives from drug overdose, the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently launched four complementary education …
Fall Garden Prep: Soil Compaction
By Billy Ward II
No matter how pumpkin and scarlet hued the mountains turn, it’s not until cold weather sets …
Storytelling takes center stage at senior center
Submitted By
Meg Dickens
Johnson County is rich in local lore and history. The Johnson County Senior Center makes …
Memorial fundraiser to help youth athletics
Submitted By
Meg Dickens
Sports are one of the most popular recreational opportunities in the community. Because of the current …
Margie Stout celebrates 100th birthday
Margie Stout poses for a photo while celebrating her 100th birthday. Margie was a band sponsor in her senior year …
Girl Scouts give back
Johnson County Girl Scout Troop 1000, along with Girl Scouts and Girl Guides worldwide, celebrate Girl Scouts founder Juliette Low’s …
Senior Center welcomes back members
Costume Contest Winners presented with prizes sponsored by Farmer State Bank. Submitted photo.
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Meg Dickens
The Johnson County …
Oxentine wins A.C.T.I.O.N. Coalition essay contest
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During the month of October, the A.C.T.I.O.N. Coalition conducted an essay contest to raise awareness of National Medicine Abuse …
Wear a little purple with your pink day
By Tamas Mondovics
Editor
Tennessee Department of Health recognized both Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness with the Wear …
Johnson County Health Office to offer booster doses of Covid-19 vaccines
By Tamas Mondovics
Editor
The Northeast Regional Health Office is now offering booster doses of Moderna and Pfizer
vaccine to …