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Johnson City
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents at Burlington Park Apartments endured nearly 17 days without hot water after gas was shut off for emergency repairs, and management announced today that gas service & hot water have been fully restored, easing daily tasks. WCYB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sycamore Shoals State Historic Park has released its summer schedule for America and Tennessee’s 250th, featuring guided tours (Carter Mansion and Sabine Hill), tomahawk throwing and a Cherokee Pine glue-making workshop. The park will also host a National Trails Day Hike plus the 46th Liberty: The Saga of Sycamore Shoals. WCYB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Job seekers connected with 27 employers and resource agencies at the fair held at the Armory in Erwin yesterday; the Unicoi County Long-Term Recovery Group organized the event to boost local employment opportunities + provide financial and workforce support. WCYB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Department of Transportation launched its free Rural Service Patrol in East Tennessee to help drivers whose vehicles break down. The service now covers more than 870 miles (having responded to 3,600 incidents) and offers fuel, water and minor repairs along rural interstates. 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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