Daily editionWednesday, June 24th, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of June.
Community
Second Harvest Food Bank is expanding its summer meal sites to serve 3,000 children per week at 52 locations in 8 counties using the Sinclair Cares Summer Hunger Relief campaign through the end of July—families receive a box with 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches to help fight child hunger.
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Culture
At Marion's Lincoln Theatre, Arthur Broady honored Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy during a Sunday presentation that noted an unplanned part of King's speech (he grew up locally) while the event raised funds to restore a historic Methodist church hosted by local historical groups.
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Education
Ashley Academy announced it will open Pinnacle Preparatory High School on its private campus in Johnson City, enrolling grades 9 and 10 for classes starting in August.
The new upper school builds on the academy’s educational offerings established in 1979.
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Johnson City Events
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.
Elizabethton River Riders vs. Johnson City Doughboys
Friday, July 10th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Check the cost — Enjoy an exciting baseball matchup between local teams.
The Fretliners Live Performance
Wednesday, July 15th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — Down Home — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of live music and local talent at this cozy venue.
Washington County Gospel Jubilee
Saturday, July 18th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Magic Manor Theater — $10.00 — Family-friendly gospel music and clean comedy for all ages.
Danville Otterbots vs. Johnson City Doughboys
Friday, July 24th, 2026 · 7-10 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch the Danville Otterbots take on the Johnson City Doughboys in exciting live baseball action.