Daily editionWednesday, July 1st, 2026
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of July.
Government
TVA is asking for public comment on its new long-range plan (aimed at boosting electricity generation) to meet rising demand from population growth and data centers.
The plan envisions up to a 75% capacity increase by 2040 and invites online feedback before an August vote.
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Farmers and forest landowners affected by Hurricane Helene have until Aug. 31 to apply for financial relief.
The TDA will host on-site visits in several counties from July 6 to 28 — including Washington, Unicoi, Hamblen, Greene, Johnson, Carter, Hawkins, and Cocke — to answer questions.
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