Daily editionFriday, June 5th, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Community
Johnson City Honda is hosting its 11th annual Drive It Forward Campaign this month.
For every vehicle sold, the dealership will donate $50 to five partner charities (Bristol Speedway Children’s Charities, Boys and Girls Clubs, Haven of Mercy, CASA, and Small Miracles Therapeutic Equestrian Center) at its 2806 N. Roan Street location.
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The Doe Mountain Recreation Authority will host a public ribbon cutting for the Roan Creek Campground on Tuesday, June 23 — marking its reopening for visitors after recent renovations.
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Local leaders and Easter Eight Community Development Corporation held a ribbon cutting on Thursday for a new rental property in the community — the event marked a milestone for local housing.
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Culture
The 56th Jonesborough Days Festival will be held on July 3 and 4 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. in Tennessee’s Oldest Town; the celebration features a patriotic parade, fireworks, live music, contests, inflatables, a classic car show, craft booths and festival foods to mark America’s 250-year milestone.
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Lifestyle
Whitewater rafting returns to Nolichucky Gorge next week as companies begin upstream launches on June 12 after Hurricane Helene changed the landscape and the US Forest Service rebuilt a boat launch; locals should book trips early for summer outings.
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Johnson City Events
NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals
Friday, June 12th, 2026 · 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.
Florencia & the Feeling: Fridays after Five
Friday, June 26th, 2026 · 7-11 p.m. — King Commons Park — Free entry — Experience the upbeat sounds of Johnson City's own Florencia & the Feeling as they perform live.
Live from Capitol Hall: The Dimestore Cowboys
Saturday, June 27th, 2026 · 8-10 p.m. — Capitol Hall — Tickets available — Experience the hard-hitting Appalachian sound of The Dimestore Cowboys as they deliver soulful lyrics and dynamic musicianship.
Modern Calligraphy for Beginners
Sunday, June 28th, 2026 · 2:00 – 3:30 PM — Rendezvous International Cafe — Check for pricing — Explore the art of modern calligraphy using a dip pen and ink in a cozy café setting.