Good morning, Johnson City.

U.S. Endodontics (on West Walnut Street) filed a WARN notice that will permanently lay off 70 workers effective Feb.

27. The company filed the notice on Dec. 30 with the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Letters from patients show that Highlands Family Medicine in Johnson City closed Tuesday, Jan.

6 — the final day of practice, while Bristol Pediatrics and Primary Care of Abingdon will cease operations Jan. 31.

Local doctors noted a surge in flu cases with over 1,000 outpatient cases recorded in late December & they expect more infections in the coming weeks.

They advise residents to get a flu shot and follow preventive steps even if the vaccine is not an exact match.

The Greeneville Flyboys and Eastman Credit Union reached a five-year naming rights deal that will rename Tusculum University's baseball field as the Eastman Credit Union Field at Pioneer Park, effective with the upcoming 2026 Appalachian League season.

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.

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.

Furman Paladins vs. East Tennessee State Buccaneers Basketball

7-9 p.m. — Freedom Hall Civic Center Arena — Cost varies — Cheer on the Furman Paladins as they take on the East Tennessee State Buccaneers in an exciting basketball showdown.