What exactly did the Johnson County Commission approve for former Commissioner Jerry Grindstaff—and what will it cost taxpayers? The $200-a-month arrangement was reportedly approved unanimously, but key questions about procedure, authority and possible health-insurance benefits remain unanswered. The Johnson County Line is seeking the records to find out, and asking you what you think.
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A Trail to Somewhere: Connecting Johnson County
What if Johnson County’s trails actually went somewhere? This week on The Johnson County Line, Dan Cullinane and Sheila Stout Caldwell sit down with Philip Burtt-Henderson, president of the Johnson County Trails Association, to talk about an ambitious vision for connecting Johnson County through trails — and what that could mean for the people whoContinueContinue reading “A Trail to Somewhere: Connecting Johnson County”
This Weekend in Johnson County: Music, Art, History, Cars & More
Looking for something to do close to home this weekend? Johnson County has a little bit of everything on tap September 25–27 — Friday night football, local art, living history, live music, cars, an outdoor movie and plenty of reasons to get outside and enjoy the beginning of fall. Friday Night Lights The Johnson CountyContinueContinue reading “This Weekend in Johnson County: Music, Art, History, Cars & More”
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.
This Week on The Johnson County Line: Recovery, Readiness & Community
Nearly two years after Hurricane Helene, Johnson County has come a long way — but the work isn’t finished. This week on The Johnson County Line, Dan Cullinane and Sheila Stout Caldwell sit down with Becky Wright of the Johnson County Long Term Recovery Group for a candid conversation about where recovery stands today, theContinueContinue reading “This Week on The Johnson County Line: Recovery, Readiness & Community”
Around the County: Music, Mountain Views & Local History
There’s plenty happening around Johnson County this week—from live music and dancing to a chance to help care for Watauga Lake, explore the story of Old Butler and learn about the railroads that once served our mountain communities. Here’s your day-by-day guide for September 17–20, plus a Monday evening opportunity to try something new. Thursday,ContinueContinue reading “Around the County: Music, Mountain Views & Local History”
Around the County: Cars, Community & Weekend Fun!
From live music and rodeo action to classic cars, local art, and Friday night football, Johnson County has a full calendar ahead. Here’s what’s happening around the county September 10–13. Thursday, September 10 Johnson County COG Networking SessionNoon | Mountain City/Johnson County Community Center214 College Street, Mountain City Connect with local business owners, organizations andContinueContinue reading “Around the County: Cars, Community & Weekend Fun!”
Around the County: Music, Mountains & Labor Day Fun
Labor Day weekend brings plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy Johnson County—from Appalachian music and local art to a mountain 5K, farmers market, Ribfest, classic cars and more. Here’s a look at what’s happening Around the County September 4–6. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 LIVE MUSIC: Scott McKinney 5–8 p.m. | Villa Nove Vineyards1877 DryContinueContinue reading “Around the County: Music, Mountains & Labor Day Fun”
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”
