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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Johnson City will celebrate its 38th Independence Day with concerts by Noah Spencer, Preston Cooper and Chase Matthew and a Pepsi Firecracker Pageant for children ages 2 to 12—family-friendly events will lead up to fireworks at 10 p.m. WCYB
- ➤ Warner Music Nashville artist Chase Matthew will headline the Pepsi Independence Day Firework Celebration at Freedom Hall in Johnson City (with Preston Cooper opening the show). The event will feature a new beauty pageant at 11 a.m. (food trucks available before the concert, a Kid Zone opening at 4 p.m. and fireworks at 10 p.m. with Bristol Broadcasting’s WXBQ on the soundtrack). WFHG
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At the Paris Air Show, Howmet Aerospace leaders joined Governor Lee to announce the second expansion of its Morristown plant — a move that will bring 217 new jobs in addition to the 50 announced last year. The company is one of East Tennessee’s largest employers and makes parts for jets and cars. WFHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Carter County Sheriff’s Office proposed to use restricted funds to buy new equipment for additional officers and help keep taxes low after residents suffered from Hurricane Helene. Sheriff Mike Fraley said the office has secured over $570,000 in grant money since 2022—efforts intended to protect residents from future tax hikes. WFHG
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ ESPN SportsCenter's Big Show will return to the road after 20 years and be broadcast live from Bristol Motor Speedway on August 2 ahead of the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds game in the MLB Speedway Classic — the show will be the 37th stop on a 50-state tour hosted by Ryan McGee and Marty Smith and will include a pre-game concert by Tim McGraw and Pitbull. WFHG
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Doughboys vs. River Turtles Baseball Game
7-9:30 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Free entry with RSVP — Enjoy an exclusive night of local baseball, BBQ, and family fun for Father’s Day.
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The Black Jacket Symphony Presents Jimmy Buffett
7-8:30 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique live performance recreating classic albums with a focus on Jimmy Buffett's iconic sound.
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Open House: Beautiful Family Home
2-4 p.m. — 3424 Berkshire Cir — Free entry — Explore a meticulously maintained 3-bedroom home perfect for family living in a desirable neighborhood.
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Bristol State Liners vs. Johnson City Doughboys
7-10 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Competitive pricing — Catch an exciting baseball game between local favorites.
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Mother Daughter Weekend Retreat
9 PM — Pointe 24 — All inclusive — Strengthen your bond with a fun and luxurious weekend designed for mothers and daughters.
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Open House at 1402 Skyline Drive
1-3 p.m. — 1402 Skyline Dr, Johnson City, TN — Free entry — Explore a spacious and versatile home just minutes from local amenities.
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Red, White & Paint Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Wild Wing Cafe — $35 — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun paint and sip night led by a local artist.
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Bristol State Liners vs. Danville Otterbots
7-10 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Tickets available — Catch the exciting matchup between the Bristol State Liners and the Danville Otterbots.
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Fridays After 5
6:30-9:30 p.m. — King Commons Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music and local flair in Downtown Johnson City’s vibrant summer concert series.
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Beginner Blacksmithing: Steel Hooks Workshop
1-3:30 p.m. — The Inventor Center — Cost info not provided — Forge unique steel hooks while exploring blacksmithing history and techniques with expert Brenden Bohannon.
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~ Thomas Paine
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