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Johnson City
Saturday, August 16th, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ People from across the region gathered Friday night at Winged Deer Park Lakefront in Johnson City for the Meet the Mountains Festival—an event that showcased free outdoor activities like zip lining, kayaking, and mountain biking; today the festival runs from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. with over 100 food and business vendors and a special ultimate air dogs act. WCYB
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Milligan University hosted its annual Campus Workday Friday to finish campus improvements—completing renovations to an older dorm and updating food service—in preparation for student move-in, with classes set to begin August 26. WCYB
- ➤ ETSU freshmen will start classes next week with over 100 students temporarily living in hotels+hotels will provide transportation and full campus access until these students move into residence halls later in September. WCYB
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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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Spirits of the Carnival
6-9 p.m. — Tennessee Hills Brewstillery — Ticket required — Craft unique cocktails inspired by fairground flavors with charcuterie in a festive atmosphere.
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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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2025 Tennessee State Pickleball Championships
8 a.m. – 8 p.m. — Memorial Park Community Center — Registration fees apply — Compete for medals in various pickleball divisions across multiple skill levels.
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Soggy Doggy: Dog Swim
10 a.m.–3 p.m. — Legion Street Pool — $5 per dog (2 dogs per handler) — Let your pups dive into a splash party with toys and fun at this dog-only swim event.
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