Tuesday, April 1st, 2025

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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 1st of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Crown Laboratories rebranded as Revance Monday after being acquired by Revance Therapeutics, Inc.—marking a new chapter for its science-driven brands. The company operates in Johnson City and makes Blue Lizard sunscreen. WCYB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Residents in the Rice Terrace apartment complex reported hearing gunshots on Saturday morning that grazed one resident’s shoulder blade—as neighbors heard an argument near building 780 just before 5:30 a.m. and a dark-colored SUV fled the scene after officers recovered a bullet casing from a back door. WFHG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The library is offering a range of spring music programs for all ages including sessions for little ones on April 11, 18, and 25 at 10:30 a.m., a workshop for ages 6-12 on April 15 at 6 p.m., and a music therapy session for teens on May 7 at 6 p.m. A live concert by a local horn trio is set for May 13 at 6 p.m. in the Buffalo Mountain Room and a family storytime by symphony members is planned for May 19 at 6 p.m.—tickets for some events are available at the Children's Desk upon arrival. Johnson City Public Library
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A local group called Tri-Cities Mutual Aid is urging the Johnson City Commission to add police handling of the Sean Williams case to Thursday night’s agenda—residents are invited to attend town halls to share their views. District Attorney Steve Finney said TBI and FBI investigations found no evidence of wrongdoing—however, some community members remain doubtful amid news of a proposed $28 million settlement with victims. WCYB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Ballad Health increased security measures at its hospitals on Friday after a purported national threat by a terrorist organization was reported, and the system added concrete barriers + vehicle checkpoints and enhanced indoor security while not releasing further details for safety reasons. Further details of the emergency plan are being kept confidential. WFHG
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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Ben Folds Live Concert
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.
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The Final Frontier: A Symphony Pops Concert
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.
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Dear Evan Hansen
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.
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Below 7 Band Performance
9 PM – 1 AM — Capone's — Free entry — Experience a lively night of music with the Below 7 band hailing from Virginia and Tennessee.
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Farm to Glass Cocktail Class
6-8 p.m. — Tennessee Hills Brewstillery — Costs vary — Enjoy a hands-on cocktail class featuring locally sourced ingredients paired with delicious bites.
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Come From Away Musical
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.
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Come From Away Musical
7-8:30 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the uplifting true story of 7,000 passengers and a small Newfoundland town's warm embrace after 9/11.
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