Daily editionSaturday, March 29th, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 29th of March.
Community
The East Tennessee Community Foundation changed its focus to long-term recovery six months after Helene by establishing the Neighbor to Neighbor Disaster Relief Fund, which collected donations from nearly 7,000 people and awarded over $4 million in grants for rebuilding across 25 counties. In Washington County, a long-term recovery group has rebuilt about a third of the damaged homes and will continue to help residents connect with needed services.
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Culture
In recognition of Women’s History Month, Brookdale resident Inger Rikstad shared her journey from leaving Norway during World War II to build a life in America — she will celebrate her 88th birthday on April 7 with her Brookdale family.
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Sports
Kevin Mahoney, who managed the Johnson City Doughboys for three seasons and was named the 2023 Appalachian League Manager of the Year, has been named assistant coach for the New York Mets.
He led his team to a league title in 2023 and recorded 87 wins from 2022—2024.
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Johnson City Events
Jackopierce Concert
Thursday, April 3rd, 2025 · 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.
Ben Folds Live Concert
Friday, April 11th, 2025 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the genre-bending music of one of today’s major music influencers live in concert.
The Final Frontier: A Symphony Pops Concert
Saturday, April 12th, 2025 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience an out-of-this-world concert featuring iconic theme music from Star Trek, E.T., and Apollo 13.
Dear Evan Hansen
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a poignant and powerful musical that explores the complexities of belonging in the age of social media.
Below 7 Band Performance
Friday, April 18th, 2025 · 9 PM – 1 AM — Capone's — Free entry — Experience a lively night of music with the Below 7 band hailing from Virginia and Tennessee.
Farm to Glass Cocktail Class
Thursday, April 24th, 2025 · 6-8 p.m. — Tennessee Hills Brewstillery — Costs vary — Enjoy a hands-on cocktail class featuring locally sourced ingredients paired with delicious bites.
Come From Away Musical
Monday, April 28th, 2025 · 7-8:30 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Check venue for pricing — Experience the inspiring true story of stranded passengers and the kindness of a small town during a historic moment.