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Saturday, February 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of February.

CRIME NEWS

  • Howard Hawk Willis, convicted for the 2002 murders of two Georgia teenagers, is on a hunger strike in a Nashville supermax prison, protesting against medical care, cell door padlocks, and food quality.  WFHG

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Johnson City commissioners unanimously agreed to a $28 million settlement in a lawsuit alleging police misconduct tied to convicted child rapist Sean Williams, aiming to mitigate financial risks associated with a trial.  WFHG

EVENTS

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  • Counter at Capone's

    Counter is a musical event taking place at Capone's in Johnson City.

    Sat, 2/22/25

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  • Robbie Fulks Live at Down Home

    Singer-songwriter Robbie Fulks will perform live at Down Home in Johnson City.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • Logan Ledger Concert

    Logan Ledger will be performing live at The Down Home venue in Johnson City, TN.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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

    The women's college basketball matchup features the Furman Paladins competing against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers in a Southern rivalry.

    Sat, 3/1/25

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  • 2025 Hercules Tires Big South Basketball Championships

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

    Wed, 3/5/25

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  • Third Annual 52 Film Festival

    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.

    Fri, 3/7/25

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  • Beginner Bladesmithing Workshop: Craft Your Own Seahorse Knife

    Participants will learn the fundamentals of blacksmithing while forging a small all-steel knife, guided by experienced bladesmith Brenden Bohannon.

    Sat, 3/8/25

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  • Intermediate Blacksmithing Workshop: Create Forged Calla Lilies

    Participants will forge a Calla lily using bar stock while learning essential blacksmithing techniques under the guidance of experienced instructor Brenden Bohannon.

    Sun, 3/9/25

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  • St. Patrick's Day Cocktail Class at Tennessee Hills Brewstillery

    Participants will learn to mix three festive cocktails while enjoying a charcuterie spread at this St. Patrick's Day-themed event.

    Thu, 3/13/25

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  • Cruz Contreras and The Black Lillies Live

    Cruz Contreras and his band The Black Lillies will perform at the historic Down Home venue in Johnson City, TN.

    Sat, 3/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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