Daily editionThursday, January 8th, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of January.
Health
Ballad Health said that hundreds of outpatient flu cases were reported in December, with Influenza B outpacing past seasons and experts expecting the peak soon.
Health officials urge hand washing plus vaccination to lower the flu risk.
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Real Estate
The Tri Cities housing market ended 2025 strong with rising home sales and an 8% price increase in the $160,000–$499,000 range.
Local real estate experts advise buyers to prepare financially and enhance curb appeal as opportunities in 2026 continue to grow.
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