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Johnson City
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Johnson City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ ETSU Martin Center for the Arts will launch its fourth Broadway season featuring four shows — Meredith Willson’s The Music Man playing January 26—28, TINA—The Tina Turner Musical on February 28—March 1, Shucked on May 5—7, and SIX on May 26—28. Ticket holders can renew their seats from August 25 to September 11 while new season packages go on sale on October 2. WCYB
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The TN Department of Economic and Community Development announced $4 million in recovery grants for three Unicoi County businesses hit by Hurricane Helene in September—Foam Products, PlastiExports and PolyPipe will retain 166 workers and train displaced employees. WFHG
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Johnson City City Commission passed an ordinance to change the alcohol cut-off time from 3 a.m. to 1 a.m. to address rising violent crime, with business owners having asked for Washington County Sheriff's Office night patrols; the city will notify local businesses and publish the ordinance before it takes effect in two weeks — downtown workers expect immediate impacts. WCYB
- ➤ Thursday night the Johnson City Commission passed a final ordinance with a 4–1 vote to ban on-premises alcohol sales after 1 a.m. Many spoke against the proposal with bar owners raising concerns over lost revenue and cuts to staff, and the rule will take effect once it is published in the local newspaper. WFHG
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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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UMOJA Festival 2025
11 AM - 6 PM — King Commons Park — Free entry — Celebrate community unity with live entertainment and local flavors at the Umoja Festival.
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Pierre Bensusan Concert
7:30 PM – 1:30 AM — Down Home — Tickets required — Experience the extraordinary guitar mastery of Pierre Bensusan bringing his unique sound to Johnson City.
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Date Night in the Flower Field
6-8 p.m. — Harvey Family Farm — $75 per couple — Enjoy an intimate evening surrounded by blooms with a charcuterie spread and bouquet-picking experience.
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Laniidae Live Concert
9-10:30 p.m. — Capone's — Ticket info not specified — Experience an incredible night of music featuring Laniidae, Mind the Drive, and The Dirty Secrets.
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Shirefest
2-4:30 p.m. — Johnson City Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate the charm of the Hobbits’ Shire with storytelling, live music, and family-friendly festivities.
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