It’s been another busy week here in Johnson County, and Dan Cullinane and Sheila Stout Caldwell have plenty to talk about on this week’s podcast. We start with a look back at Veterans Day and the ceremonies and events held around the county to honor the men and women who have served our country. ThereContinueContinue reading “On The Johnson County Line: Honoring Veterans, Town Business & What’s Happening Around Johnson County”
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More Than a Thank You: Johnson County Honors Its Veterans at Heritage Hall
Veterans Day program celebrates service, sacrifice, community and the importance of looking after those who have served. There were plenty of thank-yous shared at Heritage Hall Theatre Wednesday morning as Johnson County gathered to honor our veterans. And rightly so. But woven throughout the November 11 ceremony was another message that deserves a little moreContinueContinue reading “More Than a Thank You: Johnson County Honors Its Veterans at Heritage Hall”
Veterans Day: A Lifetime of Memories, Service and Gratitude
I guess you could say the military has been part of my life since day one. Literally. I was born at Fort Rucker, Alabama in an old army barracks converted to a hospital. My dad, Bobby Stout, was serving in the Army and met my mother there and the rest, they say, is history. MyContinueContinue reading “Veterans Day: A Lifetime of Memories, Service and Gratitude”
Around the County: Good Food, Good Causes, Live Music & some early Christmas Magic!
November is wasting no time filling up our calendars! Whew … hard to keep up! We’ve got good food, live music, an art reception, a little comedy and magic, and plenty of opportunities to support our neighbors. And yes, Christmas is already sneaking into the picture. Apparently, the holidays aren’t waiting for Thanksgiving! We’re alsoContinueContinue reading “Around the County: Good Food, Good Causes, Live Music & some early Christmas Magic!”
Things That Go Bump in the Mountains: Ghost Stories & Legends of Johnson County
Ghostly fiddlers, mysterious fireballs, haunted houses and a few tales that might make you think twice about wandering around these mountains after dark! There’s something about living in the mountains that lends itself to a good ghost story. Who doesn’t love sitting around an open fire, sipping on hot apple cider, bundled in your favoriteContinueContinue reading “Things That Go Bump in the Mountains: Ghost Stories & Legends of Johnson County”
Around the County: A Royal Opening, Fall Trails & Sweet Sips
The curtain rises on a milestone weekend for Johnson County Community Theatre as it opens Once Upon a Mattress at Heritage Hall—and celebrates 40 years of bringing community theatre to Johnson County. The Johnson County Line has another reason to celebrate: JCL’s own Dan Cullinane plays King Sextimus the Silent! This is a great playContinueContinue reading “Around the County: A Royal Opening, Fall Trails & Sweet Sips”
Mosier Building Rental Agreements Up for Approval Thursday — But Are They Ready?
The County Commission is being asked to consider and approve rental agreements for the Mosier event hall. But a page of review notes raises questions about whether the agreements are ready for a vote. The Johnson County Commission has a full agenda for Thursday, October 15. But as we reviewed the agenda packet, one itemContinueContinue reading “Mosier Building Rental Agreements Up for Approval Thursday — But Are They Ready?”
The Stories Behind the Stories
By Lewis Chapman The literary arts take center stage at the Johnson County Center for the Arts with local writers sharing their stories through book signings and author talks. The Johnson County Center for the Arts is excited to host first time author Deena Madonna for a book signing and talk this coming Friday, OctoberContinueContinue reading “The Stories Behind the Stories”
More Than a Festival: 34 Years of Cranberries, Community — and New Hope for a Shady Valley School
Shady Rock School – Shady Valley, Tennessee. Photo borrowed from their Facebook page. There are some events you go to because there is good food, good music and something fun to do on a fall weekend. And then there are those events that tell you something about the community that created them. The Shady ValleyContinueContinue reading “More Than a Festival: 34 Years of Cranberries, Community — and New Hope for a Shady Valley School”
Walk in Their Boots: A Weekend of History with a Hometown Connection
A soldier’s uniform can tell you something about the person who wore it. An everyday object can open a conversation about how a family lived. But sometimes it takes someone standing in front of you—showing, explaining and answering questions—to make that history feel close. That’s the experience behind Walk in Their Boots, coming to theContinueContinue reading “Walk in Their Boots: A Weekend of History with a Hometown Connection”
