Daily editionThursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
Community
Jersey Mike’s presented a check for over $122,000 to Speedway Children’s Charities today at Bristol Motor Speedway.
The funds were raised during its Month of Giving campaign across 12 Tri-Cities stores—exceeding last year’s donation by more than $12,000.
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Business
CSX will temporarily close multiple railroad crossings in the region beginning next month—work on a track resurfacing project is set to begin on May 7.
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Education
About 300 ETSU students and faculty showcased posters, oral presentations, and creative displays at the annual Jay W. Boland Research Day held today in Johnson City — an event that highlighted diverse faculty-student projects — including research from fossil studies to health services.
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Finance
People Inc. offers flexible loans up to $2,500 with free one-on-one coaching from certified financial professionals to boost financial confidence during financial literacy month.
The loans have fixed interest rates between 10 and 12 percent+ they include flexible repayment terms up to 12 months.
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Accidents
Crews responded to a report of smoke at Yee-Haw Brewing on April 16th before noon and extinguished a small debris fire outside the building—ventilating it shortly after.
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Johnson City Events
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.
Come From Away Musical
Tuesday, April 29th, 2025 · 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.
Thirsty Orange Beer Festival
Saturday, May 3rd, 2025 · 1-6 p.m. — Founders Park — $ — Sample over 150 unique beers and enjoy local craft brews at the 12th annual Thirsty Orange Brew Extravaganza.
Paint and Sip Night
Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wild Wing Cafe — $35 — Unleash your creativity while enjoying a fun night of painting and sipping wine.
Repticon Johnson City 2025
Saturday, May 17th, 2025 · 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Holiday Inn Johnson City — Admission varies — Explore a dedicated reptile trade show featuring exotic pets, supplies, and more.