Good morning, Johnson City.

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.

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.

Authorities in Sullivan County are searching for a Bristol man—43-year-old Robert Lee Farmer—who allegedly fired shots at a Cedar Lane residence on Saturday afternoon with no injuries reported and now faces charges including attempted second-degree murder, reckless endangerment, and handgun possession by a felon.

Officials from the Washington County Sheriff’s Office confirmed on Saturday that remains found along the Nolichucky River on May 1 belong to Steven Cloyd, one of two flood victims after Hurricane Helene, while Nancy Tucker remains missing.

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.

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.

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.

On-Site Tour at Everlan of Johnson City

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.

Painter’s Choice Paint and Sip Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wild Wing Cafe — $35 fee — Create your own masterpiece with step-by-step guidance while enjoying food and drinks.