Daily editionWednesday, January 21st, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.
Community
The StormTrack 5 Team advises Johnson City residents to prepare for winter storms by stocking up on essential supplies (flashlights, water, food) and planning for potential power outages and travel delays.
Residents should check local weather updates for any changes in safety recommendations.
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Phil's Dream Pit Barbecue served free meals and drinks Tuesday to local first responders in a gesture of thanks, inviting officers and emergency personnel to drop in or call in orders.
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Education
The Library will host its weekly Spanish conversation group (led by Dr. David Korfhagen, assistant professor at ETSU) every Thursday at 6 p.m. (open to all Spanish speakers, regardless of level) at the Jones Meeting Center.
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Students took part in the TVA-sponsored 'Be Pro Be Proud Tennessee' workshop today in Hampton, where Carter County Schools provided virtual reality experiences in skilled trades such as truck driving and welding.
The workshop continues in Carter County until Thursday, Jan. 22 then moves to Unicoi High School on Friday.
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Environment
TDOT and VDOT are preparing for a major winter storm this weekend with crews ready to treat roadways in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
Forecast models show heavy snow could fall (if conditions align), and officials urge drivers to stay home.
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