Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
Good morning, Johnson City.
🏘️ Community
Bob from Minnesota spent the past 7 months volunteering to help after Helene devastated our region but was robbed just 100 miles from the Tri-Cities, losing $5,800 and forcing him to sleep in his car while searching for work.
He now operates heavy machinery on local rebuilding projects and gets support from community groups + First Christian Church and Smoky Mountain Strong God and Country.
A Johnson County animal rescue organization makes weekly trips to Bristol to offer a 'pay what you can' spay-neuter service for local residents—helping to reduce pet overpopulation and shelter euthanasias.
The program partners with the Bristol Humane Society to ensure pets receive necessary care.
🏛️ Government
Governor Bill Lee visited Johnson County Tuesday to check on Helene recovery progress after Highway 421 reopened less than three months after the storm washed away ten road sections.
State officials said emergency reforms helped speed up repairs while Mayor Larry Potter praised state and local efforts and urged careful use of taxpayer money.
🎉 Johnson City Events
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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.
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.
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.
Intermediate Blacksmithing: Forged Calla Lilies
1-3:30 p.m. — The Inventor Center — Prerequisite required — Learn to forge beautiful Calla lilies in this intermediate blacksmithing workshop.
Travis Stevenson Comedy Show
9-10 p.m. — Wallace Theatre — Ticket prices not listed — Experience a night of fast-paced humor and social commentary with Travis Stevenson and his lineup of hilarious comics.
🏠 Johnson City Real Estate
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