Jonesborough Town Leaders Are Working On Plans For The Remains Of The Historic Shanks Oak, Which Was Damaged By A Storm Last Year. Believed To Be Between 500 And 800 Years Old, The Tree Has Been Relocated To A Secure Location. Mayor Chuck Vest Mentioned The Formation Of A Committee To Explore Ideas For Preserving The Tree’s Legacy. Some Suggestions Include Repurposing The Wood For Benches Or Figurines As A Tribute To The Community.