Tuesday, June 24th, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Farms across Northeast Tennessee welcomed visitors this weekend for the Appalachian Farm Tour — a chance for families to learn about local farming — as 22 farms from Greenville to Blountville took part, including several in Johnson City. WCYB
- ➤ Farms across Northeast Tennessee hosted the Appalachian Farm Tour over the past weekend to show families where their food and fiber comes from. Attendees met local animals and saw firsthand how farming practices work. WCYB
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A Beechcraft V35 crash-landed at Tri-Cities Airport Saturday morning when its landing gear failed during touchdown—officials said—and TRI crews fixed the runway after it was closed for two hours. WFHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Leo Mahmodian, owner of Crazy Tomato who moved from Iran in 1978, said in an interview on Monday that he supports strong U.S. measures against Iran to curb terrorist threats and hopes future changes will give more freedom to its people — he recalled his lasting family ties back home. WCYB
- ➤ Northeast Tennessee residents with homes severely damaged by Helene must apply for Tennessee property tax relief by June 30—only 47 percent of eligible applicants have submitted forms, leaving $3.5 million unclaimed. WCYB
- ➤ Johnson City is launching an initiative that will use empty downtown buildings as temporary art galleries and provide micro-grants to help new businesses start up + officials expect this plan to attract new visitors, families, and residents. WCYB
- ➤ The Washington County school board cut planned teacher raises to cover a $4 million shortfall after receiving less funding from the county commission, which has prompted questions about the allocation of a recent $16 million tax increase. Superintendent Jerry Boyd said the decision will strain next year's budget and stressed the need for a more productive relationship—officials from both sides hope future talks will improve cooperation. WCYB
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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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Intermediate Blacksmithing: Forged Calla Lilies
1-3:30 p.m. — The Inventor Center — Prerequisite skills required — Learn to forge beautiful Calla lilies from bar stock in this hands-on intermediate class.
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Some Old Friends - Tuesday Tunes
5:30-7 p.m. — The Philosopher's House — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of musical nostalgia with friends in a cozy venue.
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Johnson City Doughboys vs. Kingsport Axmen
7-10 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium — Check website for price — Catch an exciting baseball showdown with local teams in Johnson City.
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