Johnson County Pregnancy Support Center on track of changing the community one-life-at-a-time
By Marlana Ward
Freelance Writer
Since 2010, the Pregnancy Support Center of Johnson County has been providing care and …
Progress 2018
Laurel Bloomery says goodbye to the A to Z Market
By Marlana Ward
Freelance Writer
For many rural communities, the neighborhood market becomes not only a place to shop but …
Brookshire calls Johnson County home
By Paula Walter
Freelance Writer
Johnson County has always been home for Bill Brookshire, the President of Johnson County …
Josephine Kerley sees music that unites a community
By Marlana Ward
Freelance Writer
Music class is often a much-anticipated part of the school day for students and …
Johnson County Community Center a children’s safe haven
By Paula Walter
Freelance Writer
The Johnson County Community Center has become a haven for those students who attend Johnson …
Jack Swift newspaper man
By Paula Walter
Freelance Writer
Johnson County’s Jack Swift grew up in Johnson County. Not only was Jack born here …
Mother, daughter team works to promote a love of reading
By Paula Walter
Freelance Writer
Linda Icenhour is the librarian at the Johnson County Public Library. Icenhour began volunteering at …
John and Joan Payne: then and now
By Meg Dickens
Freelance Writer
John and Joan Payne are well known throughout the Johnson County community. John’s family has …
Frank Arnold gives back to his community
By Jill Penley
Freelance Writer
After spending 35 years with the U.S. Postal Service including 23 years as Postmaster in …
Betty Brown steps up for the little county that could
By Meg Dickens
Freelance Writer
Betty Brown is a dedicated woman who has devoted her life to helping children. She …
Love advocates for Johnson County youth
By Meg Dickens
Freelance Writer
If you live in the Johnson County community, you most likely know Russell Love …
Johnson County Historical Society serves to protect community history
By Marlana Ward
Freelance Writer
The hills and valleys of Johnson County have long echoed the stories and songs that …
Backbone Rock continues to draw visitors
By Jill Penley
Freelance Writer
Motorists traveling through the Cherokee National Forest in northern Johnson County may find themselves passing …
Laurel Bloomery proud of its roots of musical tradition
By Jill Penley
Freelance Writer
East Tennessee has long been a land of deep musical traditions. Nearly 100 years ago …
Danny Herman builds a legacy of community support
When local businessman Danny Herman first came to Johnson County on a delivery run. Little did he know that the …
Former Marine a tireless advocate for fellow veterans
By Marlana Ward
Freelance Writer
When the veterans of Johnson County need assistance with government forms, learning what …
Answering the call to serve
By Marlana Ward
Freelance Writer
When God places a burden on one’s heart for people, it can begin a lifelong …