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Daily editionSaturday, December 20th, 2025

Good morning, Johnson City.

The Daily Johnson City Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.

Community

  1. Ballad Health has made a kettle match donation of $30,000 to the Salvation Army, with funds allocated to Bristol, Johnson City, and Kingsport (each receiving $10,000) to help fill service gaps.

    The donation supports operations as the Red Kettle Campaign continues through Christmas Eve.

    WFHGRead more

Business

  1. Direct flights from Tri-Cities Airport to Chicago will start next year, with United Airlines beginning on June 8 and American Airlines on May 21 — officials said Friday.

    The nonstop service will give local passengers more travel options.

    WCYBRead more