Daily editionTuesday, July 8th, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City.
The Daily Johnson City Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
Government
Johnson City's planning commission will hold a public hearing tonight at 6 p.m. at the Water and Sewer Services Complex on its Horizon 2045 growth management plan—designed to address a projected 24% population increase and a shortage of 5,500 housing units—to gather resident feedback before its expected early September adoption.
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Sports
The Tri-Cities United U18 girls soccer team will travel to Tampa, Florida to compete at the National Presidents Cup Championship from July 11 to 15 after winning the 2025 Tennessee State Cup — the players from Elizabethton, Science Hill, Dobyns-Bennett and University High aim to bring home the title.
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Johnson City Events
Fridays After 5
Friday, July 11th, 2025 · 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
Saturday, July 12th, 2025 · 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
Sunday, July 13th, 2025 · 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
Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025 · 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
Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025 · 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
Sunday, July 27th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — TVA Credit Union Stadium - Cardinal Park — Competitive ticket pricing — Catch the thrilling matchup between local baseball teams in Johnson City.
Appalachian Fair Home Show 2025
Friday, August 1st, 2025 · August 1-3 — Appalachian Fairgrounds — Free entry — Discover home improvement inspirations with local and national vendors at this community-focused show.
Mobile Pantry Event
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025 · 8:30-10 a.m. — Citi Solutions Center — Free access — Offering fresh produce and dry goods to those in need, no questions asked.