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Johnson City
Friday, January 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 2nd of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cheap Thrills Record Store opened on New Year's Day offering vinyl treasures like classic and new albums to local music fans; the store will host local artist events and become a community gathering spot. WCYB
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Watauga Lake Sailing Club hosted its annual Frost Bite Race today—a three-mile contest on Watauga Lake in freezing conditions that kicked off the New Year with spirited competition and a post-race potluck. WCYB
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Saving Shirley Live
9 PM – 12 AM — Capone's — Cover charges may apply — Rock out to the energetic 2000's party tunes from WNC's premier cover band.
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Beginner Blacksmithing: Steel Hooks Workshop
2-4:30 p.m. — The Inventor Center — Fee applies — Create your own steel hooks and explore the art of blacksmithing with expert guidance.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
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