Johnson City Press Welcomes New Reporter Emma Caskill

Caskill, a recent UT grad, aims to connect with local community through diverse coverage

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Johnson City Press has hired Emma Caskill as its newest reporter. Caskill, a recent graduate of the University of Tennessee, will cover a range of local government, crime, and community stories for the paper. She was drawn to the job because of the importance of local news and her desire to connect with the Washington County community through her reporting.

Why it matters

As the newspaper industry continues to face challenges, the Johnson City Press has maintained a loyal local readership. Caskill's hiring represents the paper's commitment to providing in-depth coverage of the issues that matter most to the community.

The details

Caskill, 22, graduated from the University of Tennessee in December with a bachelor's degree in communications and a focus on journalism and electronic media. Prior to joining the Johnson City Press, she had no professional reporting experience, but she developed a passion for storytelling and connecting with communities during her time in college.

  • Caskill joined the Johnson City Press in February 2026.
  • She graduated from the University of Tennessee in December 2025.

The players

Emma Caskill

The newest reporter at the Johnson City Press, Caskill is a recent graduate of the University of Tennessee with a degree in communications and a focus on journalism.

Johnson City Press

A local newspaper serving the Johnson City, Tennessee area, known for its commitment to in-depth community coverage.

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What they’re saying

“Print journalism is said to be a dying form of news. The audience of the Johnson City Press proves it is not. Local news still matters, and it matters even more where that news is coming from.”

— Emma Caskill, Reporter (Johnson City Press)

“The best advice I have ever been given as a journalist is to be as curious as possible and never stop asking why.”

— Emma Caskill, Reporter (Johnson City Press)

What’s next

Caskill plans to focus her early coverage on local government, crime, and community spotlights in order to build connections with readers in Washington County.

The takeaway

Caskill's hiring at the Johnson City Press underscores the continued importance of local journalism, even as the industry faces broader challenges. Her commitment to curious, community-focused reporting aims to strengthen the paper's bond with its readership.