JAMA aims to provide for Jonesborough area, makes call for donations, volunteers
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Jonesborough, Tennessee (March 24, 2020) – Jonesborough Area Ministerial Association, JAMA, are in need of non-perishable food donations …
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ACT to provide free digital learning resources for students, educators, workers impacted by COVID-19
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IOWA CITY, Iowa — ACT, a trusted nonprofit partner serving schools and workplaces around the world, announced today …
Appalachian Highlands Economic Aid Directory calls for business updates during COVID-19 crisis
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Local economic leaders want more businesses to input data into a new website designed to help regional businesses …
Tennessee’s 2020 turkey season will continue
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NASHVILLE — The 2020 spring turkey hunting season is set to be open for business in Tennessee beginning …
Architecture as a cure for disease
Editor’s Note: Jonesborough’s homes and businesses have witnessed a great deal of challenges and success over the years. It …
Local libraries still a resource
By MARINA WATERS
Staff Writer
Washington County’s public libraries in Gray and Jonesborough have closed due to the …
Town of Jonesborough announces road closure
From STAFF REPORTS
The Town of Jonesborough will be closing North Cherokee Street, from 501 North Cherokee to Thompson …
Jonesborough Merchants continue providing for community through curbside pick-up, delivery
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Locally owned shops and stores in downtown Jonesborough have banned together to create ways they can still be …
Town to offer live stream of March 24 BMA meeting
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The Jonesborough Board of Mayor and Alderman meeting on Tuesday, March 24, at 7 p.m. will remain open …
Tweetie Railroad Postpones opening date due to virus precautions
From TWEETSIE RAILROADTweetsie Railroad is postponing its park opening date to adhere to the current recommendations from the CDC …
Andrew Johnson Bank alters the delivery of services
From ANDREW JOHNSON BANK
As a locally-owned bank, we take great pride in the communities in which we live …
Jimmy Neil Smith recalls early library days
Jimmy Neil Smith began shaping the direction of Jonesborough as mayor in 1978. (Photo contributed)
By JOHN KIENER
Associate …
‘Life Lines’ opens to tears, applause
Life Lines captures moments of fire and flood. Still the town carries on, stronger than ever. (Photo by Tom …
Late winter brings first pine siskin
Pine Siskins are close relatives of the American Goldfinch. Attract them to feeders by offer thistle seed or black …
BOE names student board members
The Washington County Board of Education named four student board members for next year. From left to right, Caleb …
Crockett student reflects on year’s highlights
Ronquille Joyner is a senior at David Crockett High School …
Town offers property taxes payment on Saturday
Jonesborough Town Hall Recorder’s office will be open on Saturday, Feb. 29, from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m. to …
Chester Inn tours Gear up for 2020
The Chester Inn is gearing up for another season of welcoming the public through its doors. (Photo Contributed)
From …
Town completes qualifying round for Tennessee Songwriters Week
Jonesborough’s winners will be going to the Down Home on Feb. 29. (Photo Contributed)
From STAFF REPORTS
The International …