Johnson County TN Government

04/20/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE

A public meeting is scheduled to discuss community needs and how Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funding might address those needs. Johnson County is considering submitting a 2023-2024 CDBG-DR application to the State of Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development.

The meeting will be held at the
Johnson County Courthouse, Upstairs Courtroom, 222 West Main Street, Mountain City, TN on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Residents of Johnson County will be given the opportunity to comment on potential projects, and all people of any race, age, or gender are welcome to attend.

Any person wishing to attend with special needs of accessibility should contact Amanda Hall at 423-727-9696.

PUB1T: 4/23/26

04/19/2026

Good news for our local families still recovering from Hurricane Helene.

🚨 25 FAMILIES GET THEIR HOMES BACK 🚨

After everything lost in Hurricane Helene…
25 homes in Johnson County will be rebuilt.

This is what hope looks like. ❤️

Please share — let’s show what our community can do.

04/17/2026

JOHNSON COUNTY IN THE NEWS: "Mountain City also received $520,386, and Johnson County received $3,275,000 to assist both entities with covering the cost of flood recovery efforts. Johnson County received an additional $30,000 to pay for the planning and engineering of a “Multi Sports Complex for the youth of Johnson County,” according to another release from Crowe." Learn more here:

CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — On Thursday, the Tennessee General Assembly passed a $58 billion state budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year, and multiple forms of Hurricane Helene relief were included …

04/14/2026

🗳️ Early voting starts April 15 in Johnson County!
Make a plan, get informed, and make your voice heard.



📲 Scan the QR code or visit:
https://www.johnsoncountytn.gov/election-commission

04/13/2026

📣 MEETING REMINDER

The Johnson County Budget Committee will meet on
🗓 Thursday, April 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM

The Johnson County Commission will meet immediately following at
🗓 7:00 PM

📍 Location: Upper Courtroom
Johnson County Courthouse

The Agenda Packet is available for download on the homepage of the county website:
🌐 www.JohnsonCountyTN.gov

WMCT 102.9 The Mountain Tomahawk

04/11/2026

EARLY VOTING INFORMATION

State and County Primary Election: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Early Voting: April 15 – April 30, 2026
Voter Registration Deadline: April 6, 2026
Absentee Ballot Request Deadline: April 25, 2026​

HOURS:
Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday (April 18 & April 25): 8:00 AM – 12:00 Noon​

DOWNLOAD SAMPLE BALLOT HERE:
https://www.johnsoncountytn.gov/_files/ugd/02f3a5_2115da269a5942a0973d9ba9a2a50591.pdf

04/07/2026

It's World Health Day!

This week is National Public Health Week (April 6–12), and we’re proud to recognize the work of the Johnson County Health Department and the many services they provide to our community every single day.

From immunizations and family planning to dental care, nutrition support, and vital records, public health plays a role in all of our lives.

Stop by the Health Department this week to learn more—and take advantage of special activities, including Hands-Only CPR training and opioid overdose reversal kits.

📍 715 W Main Street
📞 423-727-9731

Let’s take a moment this week to appreciate—and support—the health of our community.

04/07/2026

📣 We’re honored to be featured in the Business Journal – Progress Edition!

Nearly 18 months after Hurricane Helene, this issue highlights something we’re incredibly proud of—the resilience, recovery, and resurgence of Johnson County. What could have set us back instead brought our community together and strengthened our path forward.

Take a few minutes to check out page 10 and see how Johnson County continues to rebuild, grow, and thrive as a destination for tourism, outdoor recreation, and Appalachian heritage. From Doe Mountain to Watauga Lake and everything in between, the momentum is real—and it’s only building.

👉 Read the full article here:
https://indd.adobe.com/view/021a7f39-ade9-4a72-b90d-797d6c587a13

This feature not only tells our story of recovery—it also highlights the opportunities ahead, including how we can keep more visitor spending right here at home.

We’re proud of how far we’ve come, grateful for the partners and people who helped us get here, and excited for what’s next. Take a look and let us know what you think!

04/07/2026

Learn more about the programs and services available through the Johnson County Healrh Department!

This National Public Health Week, we’re recognizing the vital role of local health departments across Tennessee. 💙

From immunizations and health screenings to maternal and child health services, emergency response, and community outreach, local health departments work every day to protect and improve the health of Tennesseans.

Learn more or find your local health department: health.tn.gov/local

Thank you to our dedicated public health professionals for keeping our communities healthy, safe, and strong.

04/03/2026

Wishing everyone in Johnson County a safe and happy Easter weekend! We hope you enjoy time with family, friends, and all that this beautiful spring season has to offer across our community.

04/02/2026

Upcoming Community Events & County Meetings
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April Highlights: Voting Information & Community Updates As we enter the spring season, Johnson County would like to remind residents that early voting for the upcoming Primary Election begins April 15.

04/02/2026

Just a reminder about the Easter Weekend Closing schedule: