Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Johnson City opened Tapestry at Roan Hill — a low-income apartment complex with 145 new rooms, a community room, a mail room, a fitness center, and outdoor space — welcoming former residents of the John Sevier Center and new tenants with affordable rents via federal subsidies. WCYB
- ➤ Main Street Days drew 13,000+ visitors on St. Patrick’s Day, with downtown shoppers spending nearly two hours at more than 100 vendor booths and some business owners recording sales that even surpassed Black Friday. WCYB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Johnson City Water and Sewer Services will work on a sewer line on East Main Street between South Roan and Colonial Way, closing the roadway to all traffic starting Wednesday at 9 p.m. Detour signs are in place as drivers should expect delays until completion by Thursday at 8 a.m. WFHG
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Gate City native Mac McClung is the NBA G-League all time leading scorer after reaching 5,300 points across the Tip-Off Tournament, regular-season games and playoffs; he continues to build on his record. WFHG
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VMI Keydets vs. East Tennessee State Buccaneers Baseball
1-2 p.m. — ETSU Thomas Stadium — Ticket purchase required — Experience the excitement of a live baseball game featuring the VMI Keydets and East Tennessee State Buccaneers.
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VMI Keydets at East Tennessee State Buccaneers Baseball Match
2-5 p.m. — ETSU Thomas Stadium — Check the calendar for ticket details — Catch the thrilling college baseball clash between VMI and ETSU.
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VMI vs East Tennessee State Baseball
1-4 p.m. — ETSU Thomas Stadium — Cost info not provided — Cheer on the VMI Keydets as they face the East Tennessee State Buccaneers in a spirited baseball showdown.
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Johnson City Prayer Breakfast
7:30-10:00 a.m. — Freedom Hall Civic Center Arena — Free entry — Unite in faith for a powerful morning of worship, prayer, and inspiration.
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Blippi - Be Like Blippi Tour
6-9 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Tickets from $39.50 — Experience an interactive adventure with Blippi and Meekah, inspiring kids to explore and discover through music and fun.
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Mind the Drive, EyeCandy and Half Past Dead Live
9 PM – 12 AM — Capone's — Check the full calendar for ticket info — Experience a night filled with energetic performances from local bands.
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Echoes Of Reverie And Light
7-9 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — $40 + fees — Experience a captivating musical journey featuring classical masterpieces and emerging talent.
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Thirsty Orange Brew Extravaganza
1-7 p.m. — Founders Park — Sample over 150 unique beers — Celebrate Tennessee Craft Beer Month at the 13th annual festival.
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