Woven Into Our Heritage: New Guild Brings Fiber Artists Together

Some traditions are passed from one generation to the next around a kitchen table, on a front porch or during a quiet afternoon with a grandmother. For Tammy Love, it began when she was eight years old. “My grandmother taught me two things,” Love recalled. “She taught me how to do a circle and aContinueContinue reading “Woven Into Our Heritage: New Guild Brings Fiber Artists Together”

What’s Happening Around Johnson County this weekend?

Looking for something to do? From festivals and live music to community gatherings, local meetings, heritage events and more, there’s always something happening around Johnson County. PLEASE NOTE: The International Overdose Awareness Day scheduled for Friday, August 21 at Ralph Stout Park has been postponed until September. Check out the Johnson County Community Calendar toContinueContinue reading “What’s Happening Around Johnson County this weekend?”

The Johnson County Line: Economic Development, ACTION Coalition & a Busy Weekend

What do Johnson County residents see as the biggest challenges facing our community — and what should economic development look like in the years ahead? This week on The Johnson County Line, Sheila Caldwell and Dan Cullinane dig into the results of our first community poll, where economic development and attracting good-paying jobs emerged asContinueContinue reading “The Johnson County Line: Economic Development, ACTION Coalition & a Busy Weekend”

Laurel Creek Trail

Around the County: Dan takes a jaunt around the Laurel! There is always something worth seeing—and a story worth telling—around Johnson County. Our new Around the County video series will take you along as we visit familiar places, discover hidden gems, and capture the people, events, and everyday moments that make our community special. TakeContinueContinue reading “Laurel Creek Trail”

Introducing The Johnson County Line: Local Stories, Local Voices

Welcome to The Johnson County Line, a new locally produced blog and video podcast hosted by Dan Cullinane and Sheila Stout Caldwell. In this introductory conversation, we share why we created The Johnson County Line and what you can expect from us—from local people, history and community events to thoughtful discussions about the issues shapingContinueContinue reading “Introducing The Johnson County Line: Local Stories, Local Voices”

Old Butler Day: Honoring the Town That Wouldn’t Drown

Every year, friends, families, and visitors gather in Butler for a day filled with music, food, fellowship, and fun. But Old Butler Day has always been about something more. At its heart, it is a homecoming—a celebration of the people whose memories and determination kept Old Butler alive long after the original town disappeared beneathContinueContinue reading “Old Butler Day: Honoring the Town That Wouldn’t Drown”