Good morning, Johnson City.

37‑year‑old Dwayne Smith from Knoxville was arrested in Johnson City—after fleeing officers near Keystone Development on South Broadway Street, he was found hiding behind a home with a backpack on East Main Street—and now he faces charges for trespassing, evading arrest and drug offenses.

Northeast State Community College announced a 19% increase in summer enrollment with over 1,900 students signing up due to returning students, new freshmen, and the Tennessee Promise Scholarship.

The second summer semester will begin July 14—college officials expect further growth in student participation.

Local health officials and lawmakers warned that the Senate draft proposal may cut Medicaid provider tax funds — which Ballad Health says could cost nearly $200 million in losses and force rural hospitals to close — while they push for changes that align with the House version freezing Medicaid rates. Regional senators and lawmakers are actively fighting the changes to protect hospital funding and access to care.

Layla’s Hope event is highlighting resources for mental health and substance use disorders as community organizations join Layla’s family to honor missing youth and young adults in the region.

News 5’s Yannia Nordelo will sit down with Layla’s family today—sharing updates on the initiative and available support.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bristol State Liners vs. Kingsport Axmen

5-8 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Buy tickets — Come watch an exciting clash between local teams in a vibrant stadium atmosphere.