Good morning, Johnson City.

Bays Mountain in Kingsport is hosting its Autumn Park after Dark event on Saturday at 5 p.m., offering moonlit hikes, trick-or-treating, and a ranger-led wolf program.

Tickets cost $15 per person and a food truck with a hot cocoa and cider bar will serve refreshments — barge rides are not available due to maintenance —.

Caroline Myers from the Johnson City Press reviewed Lucy Foley’s mystery novel 'The Midnight Feast' — a story set during a coastal summer solstice in June that mixes shifting viewpoints with dark secrets.

Myers explains that the book blends suspense with themes like wealth disparity to keep readers guessing until the end.

Little Women opens Thursday, Oct 23 at the Bert C.

Theatre in the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts as Kate Hamill’s adaptation of Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel runs through Oct 26 with shows on Oct 24 and 25 at 7:30 p.m. – the final performance is on Oct 26 at 2 p.m. with general admission at $20 and ETSU Student tickets at $10.

ETSU President Brian Noland delivered the State of the University address on October 10th — stressing record enrollment, strong student support and a focus on staying out of political debates.

He also outlined campus transformation plans including the completed University Commons, a new Academic Building opening late spring, and a Health Services Building scheduled for 2027 — projects driven by ongoing state support.

Crews could break ground on a new Towne Acres Elementary School within two weeks after Johnson City commissioners approved a $43 million contract for J.

A. Street + the plans include infrastructure and security improvements. The two-story, 110,000 square foot school will serve up to 750 students + demolition of the old school will begin once students move in as the project heads toward a June completion.

Local water utility officials said Monday they were watching new state and federal updates on PFAS testing for chemicals linked to health risks — until final regulations are set, they could not fully test wastewater discharges.

Water director Tom Witherspoon said wastewater sampling may begin within the next five years once lab methods and rules are finalized.

October is National Domestic Abuse Awareness Month, observed since 1989, which reminds us that domestic violence can occur in many forms and affects both men and women.

Local groups—like the ETSU Dean of Students office and the Family Justice Center at 196 Montgomery Street—are ready to offer confidential support to survivors while national helplines are available 24/7.

The ETSU men’s soccer team lost 3-2 to Mercer on Oct.18 at Summers-Taylor Stadium as Mercer scored the winning goal in the final minutes—leaving ETSU to face Wofford on Oct.24 at 6 p.m. This loss drops ETSU to fourth in the SoCon as the season winds down.

ETSU’s women’s golf team won the Terrier Intercollegiate at the Country Club of Spartanburg on Oct.

13 and 14—finishing six shots ahead of Wofford—while freshman Sophia Gambini claimed the individual title with a score of 217. The win is their first of the season and their first title since the 2024 Southern Conference Championship.

ETSU launched its new Buc Student Rewards Program today to boost attendance at basketball games+students earn points for prizes like hats at 20 points, T-shirts at 40 points, and a gaming console entry for the first student to attend every game.

The program may later expand to include football and baseball+offering more chances for student fans to win rewards.

Blue Ridge Artisan Days: Autumn Market & Craft Fair

3-7 p.m. — Appalachian Fair — Free entry — Celebrate fall with unique handmade goods, warm treats, and festive vibes for the whole family.

Johnson City Zine Fest 9

11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — 324 E Main St, Johnson City, TN — Free entry — Explore the creativity of over 40 zinesters and their unique artwork.

Scarecrow Skedaddle & Shindig

1:45-4 p.m. — ETSU/Ballad Health Athletic Center — Event entry fee applies — Enjoy a festive family celebration with races, games, and fall fun.

Wake Forest vs East Tennessee State Basketball Exhibition

7-8:30 p.m. — Freedom Hall Civic Center Arena — Charity event — Enjoy an exciting exhibition match while supporting local charities.

The JackTown Ramblers Live Show

6-10 p.m. — Boones Creek Historical Trust Museum and Opry — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of Bluegrass music and comedy from The JackTown Ramblers.

Elf The Musical

7:00 – 8:30 PM — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Tickets available — Experience a live adaptation of the holiday classic with dazzling stage effects and festive cheer.

Elf The Musical

7-8:30 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Ticket prices may vary — Experience the magic of the beloved holiday film transformed into a spectacular live theater event.

MANIA: The ABBA Tribute

7:30-9:00 p.m. — ETSU Martin Center for the Arts — Cost Info — Celebrate the timeless music of ABBA in a fun and nostalgic tribute concert.

Book Club: The Russian Concubine

7-8:30 p.m. — Barnes & Noble — Free entry — Dive into a historical romance amid the chaos of 1920s China with spirited discussions and new faces.

Gary Allan Live Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Freedom Hall Civic Center Arena — Ticket prices vary — Experience the outlaw charm of Gary Allan with his captivating vocals and dynamic performances.