A Trail to Somewhere

Johnson County Trails Association sees an interconnected trail system as more than recreation—it could generate hundreds of thousands of dollars in new revenue and create opportunities for locally owned businesses.

Horns Bring it Home!

The Johnson County Longhorns celebrated Homecoming Weekend in the best way possible, with a 28-19 victory over the Claiborne Bulldogs. Favorite overheard quote of the game from one of the players, “I love this beautiful game!” Didn’t turn around fast enough to hear who said it, but man do we agree! The lightning may haveContinueContinue reading “Horns Bring it Home!”

Horns Rout Huskies!

The Longhorns answered their critics last night with a 26-0 blowout against the Ashe County Huskies. What can you even say about a night like last night? The crowd roaring said a lot! So did one of the players I overheard on the sideline. “I’m not even out there right now, and my heart’s pounding!”ContinueContinue reading “Horns Rout Huskies!”

50,000 Pounds and Counting: Watauga Lake Cleanup Returns

Put on those mud boots, grab a bag, and join your friends and neighbors for the 16th Annual Watauga Lake Cleanup on Saturday, September 19. Sponsored by the Watauga Watershed Alliance, Keep Carter County Beautiful, and Boots Off Hostel and Campground, this annual event has removed 50,000 pounds of trash from Watauga Lake over theContinueContinue reading “50,000 Pounds and Counting: Watauga Lake Cleanup Returns”

Labor Day ’26 Was One for the Books!

What an absolutely awesome Labor Day weekend the folks in Johnson County put on. Thanks to the Johnson County Center for the Arts, Long Journey Home, Ribfest, and all of you for making the most of the fantastic place we call home. Hope you enjoy some of the sights we saw!

From Front Porches to Main Street: Long Journey Home Celebrates Johnson County

Long Journey Home, the annual celebration of Johnson County’s heritage of arts and music kicks off this Friday.