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Daily editionSaturday, November 16th, 2024

Good morning, Johnson City.

The Daily Johnson City Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of November.

Community

  1. The Food City Speedway in Lights, a holiday tradition in the Tri-Cities, begins its 28th season, serving as the primary fundraiser for Speedway Children's Charities.

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Education

  1. East Tennessee State University Board of Trustees approved pay raises and an additional $3.2 million investment for full-time, benefits-eligible employees to align salaries with market rates.

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Government

  1. Washington County's review of provisional ballots slightly narrowed the margin in the Johnson City commission race, but did not alter the final results, maintaining Todd Fowler, Greg Cox, and Joe Wise as winners.

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  2. Carter County receives a $425,000 grant to upgrade its outdated emergency communication system, enhancing safety and coordination among first responders.

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Johnson City Events

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  1. An Evening with Jeff Lane at Rocks Wood Fired Pizza

    Friday, November 22nd, 2024 · Experience a night of soulful folk music infused with country-blues at Johnson City's Rocks Wood Fired Pizza while enjoying great food and drinks with friends.

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  2. 6th Annual Holiday Haven Bazaar

    Saturday, November 23rd, 2024 · Experience a diverse array of crafts, artwork, gourmet foods, and boutique items at this free public holiday shopping extravaganza featuring over 170 vendors.

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  3. Intro to Blacksmithing: Forged Leaves Workshop

    Sunday, November 24th, 2024 · Experience a hands-on introduction to blacksmithing while learning essential techniques in a fun leaf-forging workshop.

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  4. Nutcracker! A Magical Christmas Ballet Experience

    Tuesday, November 26th, 2024 · Celebrate the holiday season with a magical performance of the Nutcracker featuring world-class ballet, whimsical puppets, and stunning acrobatics at the ETSU Martin Center.

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  5. Creative Evening at Crossroads: Open Art Night

    Thursday, November 28th, 2024 · Experience a casual evening of creativity at Crossroads Craftworks, where you can work on your projects, enjoy socializing, and draw inspiration in a supportive environment.

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  6. 49 Winchester Live Concert

    Saturday, November 30th, 2024 · Experience a live performance by the band 49 Winchester at the ETSU Martin Center for the Arts in Johnson City.

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  7. Live Music with Jeff Lane

    Friday, December 6th, 2024 · Experience an enjoyable night of live music featuring Jeff Lane at Rocks Wood Fired Pizza & Grill, where great food and a mix of classic songs come together in a lively atmosphere.

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  8. Jeff Lane Live at Rocks Wood Fired Pizza & Grill

    Friday, December 13th, 2024 · Enjoy an evening of soul-infused folk music combined with country-blues at Rocks Pizza in Johnson City.

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  9. Jingle and Mingle 2024

    Saturday, December 14th, 2024 · The Jingle and Mingle event hosted by WCQR will take place at Founder's Park in downtown Johnson City to thank listeners, donors, and community members.

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  10. Teni Rane Live Concert

    Sunday, December 15th, 2024 · Teni Rane will perform live at Down Home in Johnson City, showcasing her musical talents.

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