Good morning, Johnson City.

Main Street Jonesborough will host its 3rd annual St. Paddy’s Parade on Saturday, Mar. 14 at 11 a.m. beginning at Boone Street and Sabin Drive; the event will feature Celtic-themed floats, live Irish music + Highland Games, a fun run, Highland Cows, local crafters, and free admission.

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Homeowners in Northeast Tennessee affected by Helene may have qualified for USDA home repair grants up to $44,000.

The First Tennessee Development District held an informational session yesterday where they explained eligibility rules and the application process to avoid duplicate funding.

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Former Washington County Sheriff Ron England, who served from 1976 to 1994 and later as a county commissioner, passed away Tuesday after an extended illness.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

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A new state report shows childcare costs for many families now exceed college tuition, and lawmakers will discuss possible support measures during the legislative session.

The report details an average cost of nearly $14,000 per year for center-based infant care, raising concerns about family budgets.

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Childcare costs have risen sharply - now often exceeding housing expenses - according to the 2025 State of the Child report, and legislators will debate options including subsidies, tax credits and workforce support at the Capitol.

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ETSU earned Carnegie’s Community Engagement Classification on Jan. 14, making it one of fewer than 400 colleges nationwide, and its students work with community partners to connect classroom learning + real-world projects with local needs.

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ETSU Health expanded primary care by welcoming nearly 30 new physicians to its Family, Internal Medicine and Pediatric clinics in Johnson City, Bristol, Kingsport and Elizabethton—this move aims to address primary care shortages and improve patient access.

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