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Daily editionSaturday, February 8th, 2025

Good morning, Johnson City.

The Daily Johnson City Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of February.

Community

  1. Bays Mountain Park and Planetarium receives a $150,000 grant from the Tennessee State Museum for repairs and improvements following Hurricane Helene.

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Economy

  1. Efforts to expand air service at Tri-Cities Airport have been paused, as a deadline could not meet the funding approval needs of the six localities involved.

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Johnson City Events

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  1. 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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  2. 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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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. Counter at Capone's

    Saturday, February 22nd, 2025 · Counter is a musical event taking place at Capone's in Johnson City.

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  6. Robbie Fulks Live at Down Home

    Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 · Singer-songwriter Robbie Fulks will perform live at Down Home in Johnson City.

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  7. Logan Ledger Concert

    Thursday, February 27th, 2025 · Logan Ledger will be performing live at The Down Home venue in Johnson City, TN.

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  8. Furman Paladins vs. East Tennessee State Buccaneers Women's Basketball Game

    Saturday, March 1st, 2025 · The women's college basketball matchup features the Furman Paladins competing against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers in a Southern rivalry.

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  9. 2025 Hercules Tires Big South Basketball Championships

    Wednesday, March 5th, 2025 · The tournament features 16 games across nine sessions, providing NCAA March Madness bids for men's and women's basketball teams.

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  10. Third Annual 52 Film Festival

    Friday, March 7th, 2025 · The 52 Film Fest is a competitive event in Johnson City where teams create short films over a weekend, culminating in screenings and an awards ceremony.

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