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Thursday, April 9th, 2026

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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 9th of April.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • John Quiñones delivered a keynote at ETSU’s Week of Civility on March 26, urging students to act with compassion and intervene safely when they witness injustice (he pointed out the importance of everyday kindness).  The East Tennessean
  • On Wednesday, a Washington County school board member apologized after he called a student board member 'hot' during last week's meeting, explaining he meant she was in strong form (not commenting on her looks) and expressed regret for distracting from her achievements.  WCYB

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Private school athletes can now try out for another school’s sports program under a new TN bill — already approved by the Senate — while the House defers a vote over fairness concerns for public school athletes.  WFHG

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 4/11/26

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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.

    Sat, 4/18/26

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

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