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Herald & Tribune Washington County, Tennessee's no. 1 source for local and community news since 1869 Wheeler and Dr. M.S. Mahoney, the original publishers.

Since 1869

The Herald & Tribune was established on August 26, 1869, when the first issue went to press under the direction of Dr. C. The first edition carried in-depth news of happenings on local, state and national scenes. Advertisements came mostly from Baltimore, Washington, New York and Knoxville. Very few ads came from local tradesmen. The newspaper changed hands several times after Wheeler

and Mahoney left until the early part of the 20th century when it was purchased by E.S. Depew, who operated the Herald & Tribune for about 30 years. In November 1947, Tim Pridgen, a reporter from North Carolina, bought the paper. During his time as owner and publisher, the Herald & Tribune was greatly expanded and circulation widely increased. One of Pridgen's major accomplishments was to increase the circulation from 400 to 2,500 paid subscribers. In 1961, Pridgen sold the newspaper to Bill Breeden and Jim Allen. In 1970, Breeden became full owner and a new period of progress began for the newspaper. In 1977, Breeden constructed the building now housing the offices of the Herald & Tribune, located at 702 W. Jackson Blvd., Jonesborough, Tenn. In 1980, Earl Wilson bought the newspaper. Then, in 1981, the Carl A. Jones Newspaper Group purchased the Herald & Tribune with John A. Jones as publisher and Alice Torbett as associate publisher. The Jones family sold the newspaper in the spring of 2002. The Herald & Tribune is now part of Sandusky Corporation, which owns several daily and weekly newspapers as well as several radio stations in the United States. The Herald & Tribune is published weekly on Tuesday. Deadline for all sections is noon Friday. Please contact us at 423-753-3136 or FAX 423-753-6528.

The Jonesborough Senior Center offers a variety of fitness classes, including gentle yoga, kickboxing and Parkour, to en...
02/22/2025

The Jonesborough Senior Center offers a variety of fitness classes, including gentle yoga, kickboxing and Parkour, to enhance seniors’ health, mobility and balance.

The Jonesborough Senior Center offers a variety of fitness classes, including gentle yoga, kickboxing and Parkour, to enhance seniors’ health, mobility and balance. With options for all levels and additional services like massage therapy, the center promotes active and independent living.

Construction of a regional meat processing center in Telford is nearing completion.
02/22/2025

Construction of a regional meat processing center in Telford is nearing completion.

This event seeks to raise support for the Jonesborough Police Department’s K-9 program, which has been an essential part...
02/21/2025

This event seeks to raise support for the Jonesborough Police Department’s K-9 program, which has been an essential part of local law enforcement.

Paws in Blue’s fourth annual BBQ Fundraiser will take place on February 28 at the Jonesborough Senior Center, supporting the local K-9 program with BBQ, a silent auction and a meet-and-greet with K-9s. The event offers a chance to enjoy a community gathering while supporting law enforcement’s K-...

Ready to transform your well-being? With Healthy Living, you’ll get expert insights, inspiring stories, and a trusted me...
02/21/2025

Ready to transform your well-being? With Healthy Living, you’ll get expert insights, inspiring stories, and a trusted medical directory to guide every step of your journey. Available in the Johnson City Press, Times News, Erwin Record, The Tomahawk, and Herald & Tribune on February 26, 2025, your path to a healthier, happier you begins now.

The StoryTown Radio Show will soon present “Fair Play in the Arena of Life."
02/21/2025

The StoryTown Radio Show will soon present “Fair Play in the Arena of Life."

The StoryTown Radio Show will present “Fair Play in the Arena of Life” at 7 p.m. on Feb. 24 at the McKinney Center, featuring stories of Black history, sports challenges and teamwork. The live production will include stories from Booker T. Washington School alumni, a personal account from the on...

Got a great snow picture? Share it with the Herald & Tribune for a chance to see it in print by emailing new@heraldandtr...
02/20/2025

Got a great snow picture? Share it with the Herald & Tribune for a chance to see it in print by emailing [email protected].

David Crockett High School students Vance Redd and Soteria Stathoudakis will have their poetry published in the Appelley...
02/20/2025

David Crockett High School students Vance Redd and Soteria Stathoudakis will have their poetry published in the Appelley Publishing 2025 Rising Stars Collection.

David Crockett High School students Vance Redd and Soteria Stathoudakis will have their poetry published in the Appelley Publishing 2025 Rising Stars Collection. Their creative writing teacher, Brody Earnhardt, emphasizes the importance of perseverance, revision and finding personal fulfillment in w...

For the second straight season, the David Crockett boys basketball team appears to be finding its stride in the homestre...
02/19/2025

For the second straight season, the David Crockett boys basketball team appears to be finding its stride in the homestretch.

If you've been in Gray recently, you may have noticed something different on Suncrest Drive.
02/19/2025

If you've been in Gray recently, you may have noticed something different on Suncrest Drive.

The David Crockett girls basketball team concluded its second-straight undefeated Upper Lakes Conference regular season ...
02/18/2025

The David Crockett girls basketball team concluded its second-straight undefeated Upper Lakes Conference regular season last week.

The Education Freedom Scholarship Act has garnered mixed reviews from local leaders
02/18/2025

The Education Freedom Scholarship Act has garnered mixed reviews from local leaders

Gov. Bill Lee signed the Education Freedom Scholarship Act into law on Friday, Jan. 31, providing up to $447 million in publicly funded vouchers for up to 20,000 students to attend private schools. The measure, which divided Northeast Tennessee lawmakers, expands school choice statewide while redire...

Washington County Schools recently regained seven stockpile days, giving the district more flexibility for weather or il...
02/17/2025

Washington County Schools recently regained seven stockpile days, giving the district more flexibility for weather or illness-related closures. To read more, visit

Washington County Schools regained seven stockpile days, allowing for more flexibility in case of weather or illness-related closures. Director of Schools Jerry Boyd explained that the district monitors student and staff absences closely to ensure schools remain safe and operational.

The Town of Jonesborough has addressed a recent delay in water bills.
02/17/2025

The Town of Jonesborough has addressed a recent delay in water bills.

Ridgeview Elementary sixth graders, Katie Shrader and Isabella Trent worked diligently with their family members to comp...
02/17/2025

Ridgeview Elementary sixth graders, Katie Shrader and Isabella Trent worked diligently with their family members to compile Valentine goodie bags for every student at Ridgeview Elementary.

Jonesborough Elementary School students brought their favorite ladies to breakfast Friday morning to celebrate Valentine...
02/15/2025

Jonesborough Elementary School students brought their favorite ladies to breakfast Friday morning to celebrate Valentine’s Day.

Jonesborough Elementary School students brought their favorite ladies to breakfast Friday morning to celebrate Valentine’s Day. More at johnsoncitypress.com.

Johnson City Rail Experience is a multi-dimensional celebration of railroad culture, history and imagination with large ...
02/14/2025

Johnson City Rail Experience is a multi-dimensional celebration of railroad culture, history and imagination with large model train layouts, wall exhibits and interactive spaces.

Johnson City Rail Experience is a multi-dimensional celebration of railroad culture, history and imagination with large model train layouts, wall exhibits, interactive spaces, and the open workshop feel of volunteer

We are still accepting farm photos for our upcoming Homegrown edition! 📸 Post your photos below and you could see them o...
02/13/2025

We are still accepting farm photos for our upcoming Homegrown edition! 📸 Post your photos below and you could see them online and in the edition on Feb. 26! 🐣🌽🐮🤠

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