Headtown Road will be resurfaced over the next three days. There will be intermittent road closures on June 2, June 3, and June 4 while this work is completed.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we make these improvements.
Washington County and the Town of Jonesborough invite the community to celebrate Tennessee Statehood Day on Friday, June 5, at 12 p.m. in front of the Washington County Courthouse in downtown Jonesborough.
The event commemorates Tennessee becoming the 16th state admitted to the Union in 1796 and will feature remarks from Washington County Mayor Joe Grandy, Judge Kiener, Washington County Historian, Anne G’Fellers-Mason, Program Manager at the McKinney Center, and Paul Harris, Jonesborough Tourism staff member and Heritage Alliance tour guide.
Following the program, attendees are invited inside the courthouse to view the Commemorative Washington County Unite Quilt, created in honor of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary. The quilt celebrates the shared history and community spirit of Washington Counties across the nation and will be on display for two weeks. Representatives from the Washington County Archives will also be available to share the history and significance of the quilt.
This event is free and open to the public.
S. Lincoln Avenue will be closed today for an emergency utility line repair. From 8:00am – 4:00pm. Traffic is encouraged to utilize E. Main Street, Franklin Avenue, and Spring Street to avoid the closure.
The Jonesborough Flag Committee will meet at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the Jonesborough Visitors Center, 117 Boone Street, Jonesborough, TN.
Meeting Agenda can be found HERE
The Jonesborough Civitan Club, in partnership with Jonesborough Parks and Recreation, is excited to announce the upcoming Jonesborough Civitan Pickleball Tournament, scheduled for Saturday, May 30 at Tiger Park. A rain date has been set for Saturday, June 6. The tournament will feature Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles divisions. This will be an Open tournament, meaning players of all skill levels will compete together, creating a fun and competitive environment for everyone involved. Check-in will begin at 7:15 a.m., with matches starting promptly at 8:00 a.m. All games will take place at Tiger Park’s pickleball courts. Teams can register for $20 per team through RecDesk. Participants are guaranteed at least six games, depending on the number of teams registered, ensuring plenty of play time throughout the day. Registration closes on Friday, May 22nd with the schedule posted on May 23rd. Concessions will be available for purchase throughout the tournament. In addition, sponsorship opportunities are available for $100 per sponsor, providing a great way for local businesses and organizations to support a meaningful cause. Proceeds from the tournament will directly benefit the Jonesborough Civitan Club’s mission to support the community through scholarships, outreach programs, and other local initiatives.
For more information and to register, visit RecDesk or contact Jonesborough Parks and Recreation at parkandrec@jonesboroughtn.org.
The Town of Jonesborough has been notified of fraudulent invoices being sent to organizations approved by the Board of Mayor and Aldermen for special events. These invoices claim payment is due for event approval and list varying dollar amounts.
These invoices are NOT issued by the Town and should not be paid.
Please contact Town Hall directly at 423-753-1030 to verify any legitimate fees.
Road closures will be performed on Rocky Hollow Road, Tipton Road, and Hairetown Road. Traffic will be affected on these roads on the following dates: April 1st, April 2nd, April 6th, April 7th, and April 8th due to waterline construction. Motorist will be able to turn around at Tipton Road, signage will be in place.
The Jonesborough Board of Mayor and Aldermen will be holding a Work Session, Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM, at the International Storytelling Center 100 W Main Street Jonesborough, TN 37659.
If you need additional information, please call 423.753.1030.
Meeting Agenda can be found HERE
