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Daily editionWednesday, January 22nd, 2025

Good morning, Johnson City.

The Daily Johnson City Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of January.

Community

  1. Dozens gathered in Johnson City for a Unity Dinner at the Carver Recreation Center to honor Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, with discussions on community and youth development.

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Culture

  1. The Reece Museum, established in 1928, serves as a vital link connecting the community and East Tennessee State University (ETSU) to the rich heritage of the Appalachian region, emphasizing collaboration and education through its extensive collection of over 20,000 artifacts.

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Government

  1. In Carter County, Tennessee, a resident submitted a petition to remove Mayor Patty Woodby from office after she fired the emergency management director falsely accused of not having an emergency plan, amidst discussions on updating the county's emergency strategies.

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Johnson City Events

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  1. Chris Knight Live Performance at Down Home

    Sunday, January 26th, 2025 · Chris Knight will be performing live at Down Home in Johnson City.

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  2. Lovebirds Paint and Sip Evening in Johnson City

    Wednesday, January 29th, 2025 · A beginner-friendly paint night at Wild Wing Cafe, where participants can create a guided painting while enjoying food and drinks.

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  3. Book Club Discussion: Life of Pi

    Thursday, January 30th, 2025 · A welcoming book club meeting dedicated to discussing the book 'Life of Pi', fostering a judgement-free environment for all readers.

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  4. Beginner Bladesmithing Workshop: Create Your Own Seahorse Knife

    Saturday, February 1st, 2025 · Participants will learn the process of forging a small, all-steel knife while gaining insights into blacksmithing history and techniques.

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  5. Blacksmithing Workshop: Create Forged Leaves

    Sunday, February 2nd, 2025 · This workshop offers participants the chance to learn fundamental blacksmithing techniques while creating forged leaf designs under the guidance of an experienced blacksmith.

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  6. Maple Syrup Festival and Pancake Breakfast

    Saturday, February 8th, 2025 · Experience the process of making maple syrup while enjoying a pancake breakfast at Tipton-Haynes State Historic Site.

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  7. TriDev Monthly Software Developer Meeting

    Tuesday, February 11th, 2025 · TriDev is the largest developer community in the Tri-Cities, hosting monthly gatherings featuring discussions on various tech topics alongside free food.

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  8. Valentine's Paint and Sip Event in Johnson City

    Wednesday, February 12th, 2025 · A paint night event for Valentine's Day where participants can create their own canvas artwork while enjoying a social atmosphere.

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  9. Clive Carroll Live at Down Home

    Thursday, February 13th, 2025 · Clive Carroll will perform live at Down Home in Johnson City, offering an evening of exceptional music.

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  10. Laid Back Country Picker Featuring Hillbilly Power Duo

    Friday, February 14th, 2025 · Enjoy an electrifying music experience with LB & Honey and opening acts LMJ Duo and Dimestore Cowboys at Capone's in Johnson City.

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