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Jonesborough, Tennessee Patch AM: a 5 min readGood morning Jonesborough! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. āļø
In today's newsletter:
- What Ten Commandments displays will look like in Washington County schools
- Why Jonesborough leads Tennesseeās small towns for food and history.
- Start your Jonesborough visit at this under-the-radar history hub.
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š° News we're reading
1. State law brings Ten Commandments debate to school board (johnsoncitypress.com) ā Washington Countyās school board, which serves Jonesborough schools, has voted unanimously to comply with a new state law requiring Ten Commandments displays in each school, alongside key founding documents. Residents speaking at Tuesdayās meeting were sharply divided, with some praising the move and others warning it could marginalize non-Christian students. Displays will go in common traffic areas, with exact locations decided in coming weeks. 
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2. 9 Tennessee Small Towns That Offer Amazing Food Scenic Streets And A Relaxing Atmosphere (takingthekids.com) ā Jonesborough tops this list of Tennessee small towns, spotlighted as the stateās oldest community with brick-lined Main Street, the National Storytelling Festival, and Music on the Square. The piece also calls out local favorites like Olde Towne Pancake House, The Black Olive, Main Street Cafe, and Persimmon Ridge Park, positioning Jonesborough as a relaxed, food-forward getaway with deep history and year-round charm. Ā Ā Ā
3. Tennessee Attractions That Offer Hidden Beauty Away From The Crowds In 2026 (takingthekids.com) ā One featured stop is the Historic Jonesborough Visitors Center, where you can explore the Jonesborough-Washington County History Museum before wandering Tennesseeās oldest town. The article highlights Jonesboroughās storytelling legacy, National Storytelling Festival, preserved Main Street architecture, walking tours, and deep presidential-era connections, positioning the town as a quieter, history-rich alternative to Tennesseeās more crowded attractions. Ā Ā Ā
4. Tennessee towns race to keep noisy AI data centers away from neighborhoods (thecooldown.com) ā Jonesborough is among several East Tennessee communities moving fast to keep noisy AI data centers away from homes, banning them within 1,500 feet of residential structures. Alongside new moratoriums and zoning rules in nearby cities and counties, local leaders are trying to balance neighborhood peace, environmental concerns, and potential tech investment before large facilities arrive. Ā Ā Ā
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Historic Jonesborough Courthouse Square, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA, 101 Courthouse Sq, United States
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Historic Jonesborough Jackson Theatre, 121 W Main St, Jonesborough, TN 37659, USA
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