Daily editionThursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
Business
Local business owners in Johnson City can review updated online details on small business development resources & assistance through Tennessee Small Business Development Centers while similar information is available for Virginia.
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Education
West Ridge High School students explored virtual career training—learning about truck driving, welding, and heavy equipment operation—through a workshop partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority.
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High Point Elementary staff now use AI glasses that translate Spanish to English in real time — the technology helps during registration to improve communication with Hispanic families.
Principal Cindy Jackson said the school will add more glasses in the near future to keep communication open with all parents.
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Government
Applications are now open for the Governor's Response and Recovery Fund to support Tennessee victims of Helene.
Local governments, non-profit organizations, businesses, farmers, and foresters in several counties (Carter, Greene, Hawkins, Johnson, Sullivan, Unicoi and Washington) can apply to receive a share of the $100 million set aside for unmet disaster recovery needs.
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The Johnson City Solid Waste Division announced two spring cleaning drop-off sites for Washington County residents to deposit trash, e-waste, metal, and bulk items on May 3 from 7 a.m. to noon at Indian Trail Middle School and Science Hill High School — hazardous materials are not accepted.
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Health
A new medical foster home program has been launched for veterans to receive daily living assistance such as bathing, dressing—tasks that local caregivers can provide by opening their homes for up to three veterans.
The James H. Quillen VA Medical Center is seeking volunteers to help deliver this alternative to traditional assisted living.
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Johnson City Events
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.
Intermediate Blacksmithing: Forged Calla Lilies
Sunday, May 18th, 2025 · 1-3:30 p.m. — The Inventor Center — Prerequisite required — Learn to forge beautiful Calla lilies in this intermediate blacksmithing workshop.