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Johnson City
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Make-A-Wish East Tennessee celebrated two wishes last week by granting sensory room supplies for 7-year-old Leena Manning, who has a rare disorder, & a camper with gear for 7-year-old Sterling Curtis, who has a chromosomal deletion and seizure disorder. Both families expressed heartfelt gratitude for the community support. WCYB
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State climatologist Andrew Joyner explained that parts of Northeast remain in severe drought as some areas are abnormally dry. Recent rainfall improved water levels, but experts continue tracking groundwater recharge impacts (reports are invited). WCYB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Twisted Roots Healthcare opened Monday in Boones Creek. Eva Jessee and her daughter Kali Holt, ETSU-trained nurse practitioners, launched the direct primary care clinic to offer low monthly fees with 24/7 access, discounted medications and labs, and a free clinic day Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. WCYB
- ➤ The owners of rare giraffe Kipkee, born with no spots in Washington County, detailed her cause of death after a necropsy at the University of Tennessee. The report said a congenital liver condition prevented her from breaking down food and led to her rapid decline in November. WFHG
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SuperBull Pro Bull Riding Event
8-10 p.m. — Freedom Hall Civic Center Arena — Registration closes Feb 18 — Experience the thrill of SEBRA Bull Riding & Ranch Bronc Riding in Johnson City.
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Candlelight Concert Tribute to Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:45-9:44 p.m. — MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center — Get your tickets now and enjoy a magical evening of music under candlelight.
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Beth Snapp Performance
8-11 p.m. — Down Home — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of local music in a cozy setting at The Down Home.
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Main Street Days Festival - St. Paddy's Edition
11 AM–7 PM — Downtown Yoga Center — Free entry — Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with music, shopping, and family-friendly fun as Main Street turns GREEN.
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