Daily editionSaturday, May 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.
Government
Johnson City commissioners approved the first reading of a change that limits where data centers, such as bitcoin mines, can operate in industrial zones.
The second reading will be on May 15—when the public can comment—while city leaders say they do not plan to actively pursue data center development.
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Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger introduced the American Music Tourism Act earlier this week, requiring the Department of Commerce’s National Travel and Tourism Office to promote tourism to music venues and festivals in our region (the birthplace of country music).
If passed, the department will report its findings to Congress within one year and then every two years, which could boost local businesses.
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Accidents
On Thursday, a body was found along the Nolichucky River in the 2000 block of Highway 107 and investigators said evidence points to a flood-related death+ the remains will be brought to ETSU for an autopsy.
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Johnson City Events
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.
Travis Stevenson Comedy Show
Friday, May 30th, 2025 · 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.