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Johnson City
Thursday, May 28th, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 28th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Second Harvest Food Bank will launch its free summer meal box distribution on Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. at its Kingsport location (Jericho Drive) to serve over 40,000 children, with program sites operating for 10 weeks from May 31 through July 31. WCYB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washington County School Board Superintendent Jerry Boyd will retire in June 2027 after 32 years in education and 14 as superintendent. The board will hold public interviews so teachers and community members can help select his successor. WCYB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ TVA is in talks with over 150 local power companies about new rate structures for data centers as officials predict load doubling by 2030. Johnson City's local committee will present updated zoning rules on June 9 with public hearings on July 16 and August 6 (more details pending). WCYB
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Sullivan County woman, Chelsey Strickler, who received a life-saving transplant in her early twenties now seeks a new kidney donor after her current kidney began failing; she has spent several months on dialysis + urges potential donors to apply at local transplant centers. WCYB
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Garland Farm Crawfish Boil
12-5 p.m. — Garland Farm Estates — $50 per person, kids 16 & under free — Indulge in a spicy crawfish boil while enjoying live music and supporting a great cause.
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The Barefoot Movement Live Show
Time range unspecified — Down Home — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging live performance with delightful artist interactions and fantastic music.
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NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals
Friday, Jun 12 - Sunday, Jun 14 — Bristol Dragway — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling drag racing at one of the NHRA's top tracks with exclusive amenities and hospitality.
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