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Friday, March 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Walnut Street revitalization project in Johnson City is set to be completed by the end of June after nearly a decade of planning, including final utility work and landscaping.  WFHG

CRIME NEWS

  • Deidra Peterson's dog Rome, neglected under the care of Charisma Johnston, has recovered after intervention by Sullivan County Animal Control.  WCYB

EDUCATION NEWS

  • ETSU expands its Day of Giving into a week-long event, Forever ETSU: Week of Giving, to better honor past donors and support future university endeavors.  The East Tennessean

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A giant flying squirrel from around five million years ago was discovered at the Gray Fossil Site, providing new understanding of ancient animal migrations and environments.  The East Tennessean

HEALTH NEWS

  • The Niswonger Children's Radiothon 2025 campaign aims to raise $500,000 for a new ambulance designed for transporting newborns to the children's hospital, alongside expanding the hospital with two new floors adding 44 beds.  WCYB
  • Several organizations in Johnson City contribute to public health by offering services ranging from health education and STD testing to comprehensive sexuality education and medical care access for uninsured individuals.  The East Tennessean

SPORTS NEWS

  • The ETSU women's basketball team defeated Furman 62-50 to secure the No. 3 seed in the Southern Conference Tournament, finishing their season with a 17-12 record.  The East Tennessean

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • The Maggie Valley Band Live

    7-11 p.m. | Down Home | Ticketed event | Enjoy a night of music with The Maggie Valley Band in an intimate venue.

    Thu, 3/20/25

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  • Thomm Jutz Concert

    Thomm Jutz will perform live at Down Home in Johnson City, providing an evening of music.

    Fri, 3/21/25

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  • Blue Highway Live Album Recording Event

    The multi-award-winning bluegrass band, Blue Highway, will record their next album live during their 30th Anniversary performance at ETSU Martin Center for the Arts.

    Thu, 3/27/25

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  • Florencia & the Feeling Concert

    10 PM - 1 AM | Capone's | Tickets available | Enjoy a night of live music with Florencia & the Feeling.

    Fri, 3/28/25

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  • WyndRider

    8 PM - 2 AM | Hide-Away LLC | Check ticket prices online | Enjoy an exciting evening with live music in Johnson City.

    Sat, 3/29/25

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  • Jackopierce Concert

    7:30-9:00 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Ticket info available — Enjoy a night of acoustic rock with the beloved duo Jackopierce.

    Thu, 4/3/25

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