Johnson City Press

07/08/2024

Three dead in a plane crash that originated out of Johnson County.

Three people from North Carolina have been confirmed dead after a plane that took off from Johnson County crashed in North Carolina, officials said Monday.

07/08/2024

After officers with the Johnson City Police Department responded to Mile Marker 15 on Interstate 26 westbound to assist a woman with a disabled vehicle, they discovered the vehicle in question had been reported stolen in North Carolina, according to a press release issued by the police department.

07/08/2024

According to a press release by the Johnson City Police Department, officers noticed a vehicle behind the building, which is posted as a no trespassing site.

The Johnson City Police Department arrested 42-year-old Jeremy Jones behind a former Kmart at 1923 S Roan St in Johnson City, who was later charged with criminal trespassing, possession of methamphetamine and unlawful drug paraphernalia.

07/08/2024

Lt. Gov. Randy McNally said Monday he believes Tennessee has a “solid Financial” foundation that is built on a “structurally balanced budget.”

07/08/2024

After being the subject of a search that included law enforcement agencies from three states, Billy Fletcher, 43, was back in the custody of the Carter County Sheriff’s Office on Monday. He was arraigned in Sessions Court on Monday on a charge of es…

After being the subject of a search that included law enforcement agencies from three states, Billy Fletcher, 43, was back in the custody of the Carter County Sheriff’s Office on

07/08/2024

Johnson City will experience warmer temperatures throughout the week, according to the National Weather Service.

07/08/2024

Yes, there are tourists that come to Johnson City, writes Alec Castro in his new monthly column in the Johnson City Press.

“There are tourists in Johnson City?!” This is one of my favorite questions to answer, although the staff and I at Visit Johnson City prefer to call them visitors. The

07/08/2024

The first day of school for Johnson City is Monday, Aug. 5 and this month's Community Roundtable meeting will focus on school resource officers (SROs), who are responsible for maintaining safety and preventing crime in schools.

07/08/2024

For the first time, the Langston Centre is holding a week-long adult seminar series focused on Black history and its ties to the Johnson City community.

For the first time, the Langston Centre is holding an adult seminar series focused on Black history and its ties to the Johnson City community. Read on at JCP.

07/08/2024

Your favorite local businesses need your support! Nominate them for the Johnson City Press Readers Choice - Best of the Best Awards. Let’s shine a spotlight on those who make our community special.

Nominations are open from now until July 14th, 2024. All nominations that qualify will move on to the 1st Voting Round. Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the heart of our community. Nominate your favorites today!

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07/08/2024

Early voting begins Friday for Aug. 1 election.

Early voting for the Aug. 1 election is set to begin Friday at four sites in Washington County. The 14-day early voting period in Tennessee will come to an end on July 27.

07/07/2024

Friends wonder if a body found in Johnson County may be missing man Victor Birchfield.

ELIZABETHTON — The search for Victor Birchfield by the Carter County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is continuing, but there are many of Birchfield’s family members and

07/07/2024

As students and families prepare to receive individualized scores from the Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program, one local educator offers insight to help guide interpretation.

As students and families receive individualized scores from the TCAP, one local educator offers insight to help guide the interpretation. Learn on at JCP.

07/07/2024

Sometimes you can tell an idea is a good one by who opposes it.

07/07/2024

The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office has reported on Saturday that a search operation has recovered human remains.

BUTLER — The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office has reported on Saturday that a search operation has recovered human remains.

07/06/2024

The Greeneville Flyboys have established themselves as the team to beat the Appalachian League West Division.

JOHNSON CITY — The Greeneville Flyboys have established themselves as the team to beat the Appalachian League West Division.

07/06/2024

Come Monday, the TSSAA dead period will be over, and Tennessee won’t be without high school football again until the BlueCross Bowl state championships in December. Might as well start with a trivia question ...

Come Monday, the TSSAA dead period will be over, and Tennessee won’t be without high school football again until the BlueCross Bowl state championships in December.

07/05/2024

Wreaths Across America's stated mission is to “honor and remember every American fallen service member and recognize the enduring sacrifice of every family."

Wreaths Across America is preparing early for Wreaths Across America Day in December by informing the public about how and where to donate.

07/05/2024

Carter County man still missing after authorities captured Billy Fletcher in South Carolina Thursday.

A missing man from Carter County is still unaccounted for as authorities arrested an escaped convict on the Fourth of July who is linked to the disappearance.

07/05/2024

Kaylee Murphy will now serve as Frontier Health Foundation’s Regional Community Development Director.

Kaylee Murphy will now serve as Frontier Health’s Regional Community Development Director.

07/05/2024

A Johnson City businessman and announcer will soon take his talents overseas for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

A Johnson City announcer will soon take his talents overseas for the 2024 Paris Olympics.

07/05/2024

Flag raised on Tannery K***s for Fourth of July holiday.

Members of the Kings Mountain Post 24 of the American Legion raised a flag atop a 100-foot flagpole inside Johnson City’s Tannery K***s Mountain Bike Park to celebrate Independence Day.

07/05/2024

Washington County sees an increase in building permits for single-family home construction.

Washington County issued 386 building permits for single-family home construction with a total valuation of $140.9 million during the fiscal year that ended on June 30.

07/04/2024

Noah Davis’ efforts on the Science Hill back line didn’t go unnoticed by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association.

Noah Davis’ efforts on the Science Hill back line didn’t go unnoticed by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association.

07/04/2024

The window for baseball players to enter the NCAA transfer portal closed on Tuesday. While all who enter the portal hope not to stay for long, that unfortunately is not the case for many.

The window for baseball players to enter the NCAA transfer portal closed on Tuesday. While all who enter the portal hope not to stay for long, that unfortunately is not

07/03/2024

Jonesborough is currently putting together a short film and other marketing videos to help share the long-standing history and continued legacy of the historic downtown theatre.

To prepare for its official reopening, the town is currently putting together a short film and other marketing videos to help share the long-standing history and continued legacy of the historic downtown theatre.

07/03/2024

Things haven’t changed too much for Ryan Smith since he graduated Science Hill. He’s still getting wins for Johnson City — the Doughboys, that is.

Things haven’t changed too much for Ryan Smith since he graduated Science Hill. He’s still getting wins for Johnson City — the Doughboys, that is.

07/03/2024

Team USA defeated the Appy League West Select team Tuesday night in a homecoming for manager Gary Gilmore.

Team USA defeated the Appy League West Select team Tuesday night in a homecoming for manager Gary Gilmore.

07/03/2024

Report details economically distressed and at-risk counties in Appalachia.

Five counties in Tennessee have been designated as economically distressed in the latest report from the Appalachian Regional Commission.

07/03/2024

Officials with the Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) are demanding answers regarding a letter from a state election official inquiring about the citizenship status of some voters in Tennessee.

Officials with the Washington County Democratic Party (WCDP) are looking for answers regarding a letter from a state election official inquiring about the citizenship status of some voters in Tennessee