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Wednesday, May 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Good Samaritan Ministries announced registration is open for its summer food program—providing food boxes to more than 500 families with school-aged children in Northeast Tennessee during June and July. Executive Director Aaron Murphy is asking for community help—both volunteers to pack boxes and donations of non-perishable items. WFHG
- ➤ David Crockett High School students are leading a community recovery project called Nolichucky Blooms to help families whose homes were damaged by Hurricane Helene last fall. The students will soon begin planting donated plants to beautify affected properties in partnership with the Washington County Long-Term Recovery Group — a student-run effort that includes managing logistics and designing flyers. WCYB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ BrightRidge announced a moratorium on data center project proposals in its service area, including a planned project in south Johnson City. The company said it will repurpose industrial sites—focusing on economic development, job creation, and affordable power for residents. WCYB
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Mobile Pantry Food Distribution
7:30-10 a.m. — (Former) City Commerce Solutions — Free entry — Offering fresh produce and dry goods to anyone in need, no questions asked.
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Johnson City Doughboys vs. Burlington Sock Puppets
7-10 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Tickets required — Catch a thrilling live baseball game featuring local teams at the ballpark.
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The Get Right Band Concert
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — King Commons Park — Free entry — Enjoy a lively summer rock concert as the whole town comes together in Johnson City.
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