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Daily editionTuesday, September 22nd, 2026

Good morning, Johnson City.

The Daily Johnson City Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of September.

Community

  1. Jonesborough will finish its 5-mile portion of the First Frontier Trail in two weeks, and Johnson City near ETSU has begun upgrades, though its timeline is unknown.

    The state-funded project has parts open today and will eventually link to Tweetsie Trail (with a hub for e-bike charging and vending machines).

    WCYBRead more

Education

  1. ETSU unveiled a new outdoor Fitness Court on campus Monday, Sept. 14 that features seven workout stations near walking trails and intramural fields and is open to students, faculty, staff and community members; a group fitness class meets Tuesdays at 6 p.m. to guide users.

    The East TennesseanRead more

  2. ETSU’s Brewing and Distillation Studies program, launched in fall 2021, offers both a minor and a certificate paired with hands-on learning through local business partnerships (including Johnson City Brewing Company) to help students explore Appalachian brewing history and join a growing industry.

    The East TennesseanRead more

  3. ETSU welcomes its largest freshman class ever by enrolling 2,288 new students this fall — a record 78.4% retention rate shows growing trust in its support.

    A new academic building on campus will help meet the rising enrollment.

    The East TennesseanRead more

Environment

  1. The ETSU Fall Color Report said warm nights and drought are slowing fall colors in some areas and causing early leaf drop (especially in stressed spots).

    Experts expect higher elevations to show early hints of color with more vibrant changes later this month.

    WCYBRead more

Government

  1. Rep. Neal Dunn sponsors the REPAIR Act to let independent auto shops (such as Carroll’s Automotive in Bristol) and car owners access full vehicle data, though the National Automobile Dealers Association opposes the bill citing concerns over sensitive data access.

    WCYBRead more

Health

  1. ETSU marks Suicide Prevention Month by providing mental health resources for students.

    They offer Bucs Press 2 via a 24/7 helpline (call 423-439-4841), free counseling at the Counseling Center on the third floor of the D.P. Culp Student Center, and CARE Reports for additional support.

    The East TennesseanRead more

Sports

  1. ETSU Football defeated West Georgia 35-27 on Sept. 19 as Mason Mims threw an 88-yard touchdown that gave the Buccaneers the win.

    The team will play Western Carolina University at William B. Greene Jr. Stadium at 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 26.

    The East TennesseanRead more

  2. ETSU hired veteran coach Connie Teaberry as its new director of Track & Field and Cross Country after George Watts retired.

    Teaberry, coming from 22 seasons at Northern Illinois University and a MAC Indoor Track Coach honoree, will lead the team starting soon.

    The East TennesseanRead more

  3. ETSU women’s volleyball beat the University of South Carolina 3-2 on Tuesday, Sept. 15 (final set 27-25) after a tight match.

    The Buccaneers will face Samford University Thursday, Sept. 24 in Birmingham as they continue their SoCon play.

    The East TennesseanRead more

  4. Joey Logano won the Cup race at Bristol Motor Speedway Saturday night.

    He started from the pole and led 93 laps while Kyle Larson finished second before the Cup Series heads to Kansas Speedway Sunday.

    WFHGRead more