Today in Johnson City History, Sunday, August 16, 2026
Death by lightning and a unique way to "Get Involved!"
Monday, August 16, 1926: A century ago today, the Johnson City Staff-News reported news with a dateline from Blowing Rock, North Carolina, and a date of August 14. Readers learned that “David Anderson, 33, of North Wilkesboro was instantly killed when struck by lightning here today and three children were seriously injured by the bolt.
“The four persons …