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Jonathan Roberts is the new intern at the Johnson City Press.
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Meet the intern: Jonathan Roberts

Johnson City Press readers, meet our newest addition to the newsroom, spring and summer intern Jonathan Roberts.

Apr 22, 2019 at 3:30 PM
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County schools staff are working to remove lead from drinking water

The lead was found to come from five separate drinking fountains between Boones Creek Elementary school, Gray Elementary School, Asbury Optional High School and West View Elementary School. 

Apr 21, 2019 at 12:00 AM
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Drinking water in two more Washington Co. school test positive for lead

Director of schools Bill Flanary recently received test results concluding water from two more water fountains —one in Gray Elementary school and one in Ashbury Optional High School —has tested positive for more than the state-allowed level of lead. Fall Branch is the last school yet to be fully reviewed.

Updated Apr 18, 2019 at 5:26 PM
Outdoor-lovers will need to get out to Erwin this weekend for the annual Noli Fest at USA Raft, 2 Jones Branch Rd. This festival will stretch April 19-21 throughout the day each day.
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10 Out and About Things to do

10 Out and About things to do

Easter fun, puppies and stand-up comedy!

Apr 18, 2019 at 8:47 AM
FILE - This file image released by HBO shows Lena Headey as Cersei Lannister in a scene from "Game of Thrones." In the eagerly-awaited season 7 premiere of HBO’s hit TV series, “Game of Thrones,” Lannister and Jon Snow learned some tough lessons about the importance of managing resources. (HBO via AP, File)
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Honestly Hannah: This is your brain on 'Game of Thrones'

“HEAVY spoilers ahead.”

Updated Apr 15, 2019 at 10:47 AM
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Washington County Board of Education

Drinking water in two Washington County schools exceed state-accepted levels of lead

Through independent laboratory testing, traces of lead above state-acceptable amounts were discovered in sources of drinking water at Boones Creek Elementary School and West View Elementary School according to director Bill Flanary.

Updated Apr 12, 2019 at 5:46 PM
Minnie is a cat recently brought into the chelter after spending her kitten months in a foster home.
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Johnson City/Washington County Animal Shelter

Animal shelter to have a yard sale fundraiser and adoption event Saturday

The yard sale will be from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by an adoption event at the shelter in which adoption feels for pets will be discounted. 

Apr 11, 2019 at 8:53 AM
FILE - Game of Thrones trivia will be hosted by Gypsy Circus Cider Co. on Thursday. (HBO via AP, File)
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10 Things to Do

10 Out and About Things to Do

From Game of Thrones trivia to Thirsty Orange to a plant auction, there are plenty of opportunities to get out in the sunshine this weekend in the Tri-Cities. 

Apr 11, 2019 at 8:53 AM
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Mountain Mischief

Featured artist: Tatum Spears

Local artist Tatum spears talks singing, her inspirations and her recent exploration into painting. 

Apr 8, 2019 at 12:00 AM
This is Miss Sadie our 2-year-old Tortoiseshell cat. She is a rescue from the Humane Society. She is the love of our life.Photo by MarshaTorbett of Johnson City.
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10 Out and About Things to do

10 Out and about things to do

1. Cheers to 150 years at the Johnson City Brewing Co.: Join Johnson City Brewing Co. as they release their commemorative Sesquicentennial brew, the Blue Plum Lager tonight. A traditional German-style pilsner, the Blue Plum Lager Apr 5, 2019 at 11:21 AM