Kimberly Harr

3 weeks ago | heraldandtribune.com | Kimberly Harr |Marina Waters

Christ Church Jonesborough is ready to launch in the Jackson Theatre this August. The Presbyterian church will begin holding services on Sunday, Aug. 17, at the Jackson Theatre, 121 W. Main St., according to Pastor Bobby Roberts. The congregation is a church plant from Westminster Presbyterian Church in Johnson City. “We are completely new,” Roberts said.

1 month ago | timesnews.net | Kimberly Harr |Marina Waters

A devastating flood may have shaken South Central Elementary School last September, but it couldn’t shake the spirit of its students. Now, that spirit is captured in the pages of “South Central Strong: A Story of Resilience,” a new book written and illustrated by Ms. Lynn Farquhar’s fourth and fifth grade CTE group.

1 month ago | heraldandtribune.com | Kimberly Harr |Marina Waters

Jonesborough will once again welcome garden enthusiasts for the 29th Annual Garden Tour & Tea. The event is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, June 7, and is a long-standing tradition that invites visitors to explore a collection of the region’s most picturesque gardens, offering a rare look at the artistry and care behind these private spaces.

2 months ago | heraldandtribune.com | Kimberly Harr |Marina Waters

March means its time for the green. It also marks the return of Jonesborough’s St. Paddy’s Celebration, set for Saturday, March 15, with a full day of Celtic-themed events. The festival is free and open to the public, running from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. with live Irish music, food vendors and activities available throughout downtown. The celebration kicks off at 11 a.m. with the annual parade down Main Street, featuring floats, marching bands and St. Patrick’s Day themed decorations.

Feb 1, 2025 | heraldandtribune.com | Kimberly Harr

Staff WriterJonesborough is kicking off its inaugural season of NFL Flag Football, marking what the town hopes is a major touchdown for the community. The NFL Flag Football League offers young athletes ages 5 to 17 an opportunity to get active, make friends and cultivate skills, like teamwork. In addition to the youth league, Jonesborough Parks and Recreation will also offer an Adult NFL Flag Football League, ensuring all members of the community have an opportunity to participate in the fun.