Johnson City Press

08/08/2025

Johnson City bar owners push back on 1 a.m. last call. Business owners say cutting alcohol sales early will hurt downtown and push crowds elsewhere. City says it’s about safety.

Bar and business owners spoke out Thursday on an ordnance to make 1 a.m. the last call for the sale of on-premise alcohol in Johnson City.

08/08/2025

The Washington County Schools Board of Education voted Thursday to find and hire a new realtor to help sell the old Jonesborough Elementary and Middle school properties.

08/07/2025

The new Bark Park Dog Park had furry friends and their human companions out enjoying the sunshine on Thursday morning

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08/07/2025

ROAN MOUNTAIN — The 2024 season for Cloudland football was filled with ups-and-downs. But one thing the program could consistently rely on was the production of running back Grayson Cole.

ROAN MOUNTAIN — The 2024 season for Cloudland football was filled with ups-and-downs. But one thing the program could consistently rely on was the production of running back Grayson Cole.

08/07/2025

Opening day of the Bark Park Dog Park provided four-legged friends with a space for fun and play.

08/07/2025

JCPD says 31-year-old Ryan Reid handed a note to a teller at First Horizon Bank demanding money, then calmly waited outside for officers to arrive. He’s been charged with robbery.

The Johnson City Police Department arrested a Johnson City man after he robbed a First Horizon Bank on Thursday morning.

08/07/2025

The Repticon reptile and exotic animal expo will take place in Johnson City on Aug. 16 and 17, offering attendees a chance to learn more about animals not normally seen in local pet stores.

The Repticon reptile and exotic animal expo will take place in Johnson City on Aug. 16 and 17.

08/07/2025

The Nolichucky River holds a deep place in many hearts, from summer swims and whitewater runs to the devastation of Hurricane Helene. Now, a new initiative is working to restore and reimagine its future.

I grew up on the Nolichucky River. My mom would take me swimming at “Big Rock,” a sandy beach spot with a literal big rock people would jump off into

08/07/2025

ICYMI: Sen. Blackburn has officially entered the 2026 governor’s race, aiming to become Tennessee’s first female governor. She outlined a platform focused on energy, jobs, education, and border security and she’s already being called the frontrunner.

U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-TN, announced her campaign for governor this morning, according to reports.

08/07/2025

The Tennessee General Assembly has officially recognized the Elizabethton Farmers Market for its role in promoting local agriculture and supporting area farmers. Lawmakers presented a proclamation Tuesday at Kiwanis Park, applauding the market’s success in offering fresh, homegrown goods and strengthening the region’s farming community.

The Tennessee General Assembly issued a proclamation praising the work of the Elizabethton Farmers' Market in providing fresh produce. The proclamation was requested by Representative Renea Jones, who not only represents Elizabethton in the House of Representatives, but is also a lifelong farmer. Sh...

08/07/2025

Washington County Sheriff Keith Sexton said Thursday his deputies will be patrolling downtown Johnson City on the weekends.

08/07/2025

Creatures of the Night returns to Grandfather Mountain this fall with nocturnal hikes, animal encounters, and fireside storytelling.

Creatures of the Night event returns this fall to Grandfather Mountain