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Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Ballad Health reported a $45.4 million operational loss in six months, attributed to increased nursing wages, high drug costs, and other expenses, but anticipates benefit from impending TennCare reimbursements. WFHG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Johnson City Schools, according to a Harvard/Stanford study, is among the rare districts to have reached or surpassed pre-pandemic academic standards in math and reading. WFHG
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Counter at Capone's
Counter is a musical event taking place at Capone's in Johnson City.
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Robbie Fulks Live at Down Home
Singer-songwriter Robbie Fulks will perform live at Down Home in Johnson City.
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Logan Ledger Concert
Logan Ledger will be performing live at The Down Home venue in Johnson City, TN.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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