Daily editionTuesday, May 6th, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of May.
Business
CSX is working on two railroad projects in our region — maintaining crossings from Pike County to Erwin with closures lasting a few days and rebuilding a line damaged by Helene along the Tennessee/North Carolina border.
One bridge has been restored and the second will be rebuilt this fall as environmental groups pursue legal action over CSX’s repair methods.
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Environment
Today, TDEC has issued a fish consumption advisory for a reservoir in Sullivan County after TVA found high PCB levels in channel catfish.
Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should avoid eating catfish while others limit consumption to one meal per month — warning signs will be posted at public access points.
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County and state emergency agencies reported that crews removed 1 million cubic yards or 1.4 million tons of hurricane debris from the Nolichucky River in Greene County as of Friday, though recent rains have delayed the work.
Contracted crews expect to finish cleanup within two weeks + the debris will then be chipped and mulched.
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Accidents
Nearly seven months after Helene flooded the area, volunteers clearing debris in Washington County found Steve Cloyd's body—bringing closure to his brother Gary—and the search for missing Nancy Tucker continues.
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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.
On-Site Tour at Everlan of Johnson City
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Everlan of Johnson City — Free entry — Explore the finest in senior living with a focus on exceptional care and dining.
A Magical Night in the Garden
Wednesday, June 4th, 2025 · 6:30-8 p.m. — Shakti in the Mountains — $25 per person — Experience an enchanting evening with a scavenger hunt and fairy tales under the stars.