Crime
Evans' Lawyers File 300+ Pages Alleging JCPD Corruption
Attorneys claim police took bribes, mishandled sexual assault cases to protect convicted sex offender Sean Williams.
Police identify man found dead at Kings Commons
Authorities are awaiting autopsy results for 39-year-old Brian Reilly
Johnson City Man Arrested for Hole-in-Wall Burglary
Suspect charged with aggravated burglary, theft, and introducing contraband into a penal facility
Politics
New Tennessee Bill Could Impose 'Exorbitant' Fees to View Public Records
The proposed legislation would eliminate the public's right to free inspection of government documents.
Republican Candidates Speak to Constituents Ahead of May Primary
Washington County GOP candidates running for various local offices met with voters at the Carnegie Hotel.
Johnson City Officials to Meet with Knoxville Counterparts
Two-day retreat and intercity meetings scheduled for this week
Lifestyle
Johnson City Planning Commission to Review New Housing, Potential Restaurant
Proposals include a 37-home development, a restaurant rezoning, and a 5-lot subdivision
ETSU Pharmacy Grads Rank Among Top 5 Nationally for Board Exam Passage
College's Class of 2025 achieves 97.7% first-attempt pass rate on NAPLEX, highest in Tennessee
Johnson City Library Hosts Variety of Events for All Ages
From Legos and Valentine's crafts to book clubs and chess, the Johnson City Public Library has activities for children, teens, and adults this week.
Business
TDEC Issues Violation Notice to Eastman Chemical
Accidental discharge of 3 gallons of turbine oil into Holston River leads to regulatory action
City Audit Finds 'Significant Deficiency' in Water, Sewer Services Balances
Johnson City finance director says department is working to correct inventory tracking issue that led to underreported costs.
6ix Grist & Grind Brewhouse to Open Second Location in Johnson City
Owners Cory and Scott Anderson expand their Kingsport-based brewery to downtown Johnson City this spring.
Entertainment
Honoring Black History: Bluegrass roots in Appalachia
The Appalachian region's rich musical history includes the influential contributions of Black musicians like Arnold Schultz and Al Watson.
Milligan University Students Showcase Art at Dos Gatos Coffee Bar
The "Two Cats + A Herd of Buffalo" exhibit returns to the popular Johnson City coffee shop.
Tennessee Songwriters Week Comes to Johnson City and Kingsport
Local songwriters compete for chance to perform at the Bluebird Cafe in Nashville
