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Friday, August 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Johnson City will get a $445,000 state grant to update Willow Springs Park playground with a splash pad, and Jonesborough will use a $1.75 million grant to complete its First Frontier Trail connecting to Tweetsie Trail + both grants are matched with local funds. State lawmakers expect the projects to boost the local economy + improve children's health. WFHG
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was charged with robbery after he passed a note asking the teller for money at First Horizon Bank on W. State of Franklin Road around 10 a.m. on Wednesday, and police said the suspect, Ryan Reid (31), left the bank and waited for officers. WCYB
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jonesborough will host the Harry Potter-themed event 'Wizardly World of Jonesborough' on August 9 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Main Street—local residents and visitors can look forward to a magical experience. WCYB
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington County Sheriff Keith Sexton will deploy a Criminal Interdiction Detail in downtown Johnson City today and on Saturday from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. — the move is a cooperative effort with the Johnson City Police Department to address increased nighttime activity. WCYB
SPORTS NEWS
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Meet the Mountains 2025
5-11 p.m. — Kinch Landing, Winged Deer Park — Free entry — Explore kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing, and biking in stunning Northeast Tennessee.
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Repticon Johnson City 2025
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Holiday Inn Johnson City — Entry Fee Applicable — Explore reptiles and exotic pet supplies at this dedicated trade show.
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12th Annual Little Ironman Tribute Race
7-9 p.m. — Sulphur Springs Baptist Church — $25+ — Celebrate the legacy of Josh “Little Ironman” Adcock with a thrilling 5K, Fun Walk, and Mud Run in support of local families in need.
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Appalachian Fair
8 AM – 5 PM — Appalachian Fair — Affordable entry — Celebrate agriculture with entertainment and educational activities in the scenic foothills of Tennessee.
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Zac Top Live
8-10 p.m. — Appalachian Fair — Gate admission required — Enjoy a night of country vibes with Zac Top as he performs his new single ‘Cold Beer and Country Music’.
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Pasta-bilities Workshop
6-8 p.m. — Shakti in the Mountains — $15 per person — Discover the joys of making fresh handmade pasta with garden-fresh ingredients in a demonstration-style workshop.
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Beginner Blacksmithing: Steel Hooks
9:00-11:30 a.m. — The Inventor Center — Cost not specified — Create your own steel hooks while learning the art of blacksmithing with a seasoned expert.
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Bladesmithing: Railroad Spike to Knife
1-3:30 p.m. — The Inventor Center — Registration required — Get hands-on experience forging a knife from a railroad spike while learning about blacksmithing techniques.
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Jam in JC 2025
12-2 p.m. — King Commons Park — Free entry — Celebrate local culture with music, food, and art at this vibrant outdoor festival.
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