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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. WCYB
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. WCYB
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. WCYB
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Ronnie Miller, 51, confessed during a registry compliance check on Tuesday that he had child porn and was charged with aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor + police are analyzing seized devices and plan further charges. WCYB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 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. WCYB
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ 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. WCYB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Johnson City Mayor John Hunter canceled his planned News 5 interview hours before it was set after community groups called for a town hall on the police department's handling of the Sean Williams case—he said he will consider other formats to include more community input as the city works to address concerns and related lawsuits. The decision came after he met with a group of advocates to discuss ideas for more open communication. WCYB
SHOP NEWS
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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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Thirsty Orange Beer Festival
1-6 p.m. — Founders Park — $ — Sample over 150 unique beers and enjoy local craft brews at the 12th annual Thirsty Orange Brew Extravaganza.
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Paint and Sip Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wild Wing Cafe — $35 — Unleash your creativity while enjoying a fun night of painting and sipping wine.
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Repticon Johnson City 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.
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