Johnson City Library Launches Reading Challenge Tied to Big South Basketball
The Mountain South Madness Reading Challenge runs through February 28 and offers prizes and tickets to the championship games.
Johnson City Prayer Breakfast Announces Speakers
Woodland Elementary Celebrates Digital Learning Day with "How to Train Your Dragon" Theme
Business
ETSU Named One of Top 100 Midsize Employers by Forbes
University ranks 71st out of 500 midsize employers nationwide in prestigious survey.

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.
Sports
2 Science Hill Football Players Sign with Colleges
Aiden Perry and JB Gentry commit to continue playing at the next level

ETSU Women's Tennis Dominates Murray State in 7-0 Shutout
Buccaneers' depth and consistency lead to third shutout win of the season
ETSU downs VMI for third win in a row
Bucs maintain first-place rank in Southern Conference standings
Entertainment
Barter Theatre to Present World Premiere of 'Trains'
New play explores how the past disrupts a family's fragile stability.

ETSU Cellist to Perform Faculty Recital
Dr. Ignacy Gaydamovich to showcase the cello's range in a free public performance.
ETSU Slocumb Galleries Hosts 'Resistance' Sculpture Exhibit
The juried exhibition explores the theme of resistance through diverse artistic perspectives.
Health
Ketamine Therapy Clinic Offers Supervised Care in Johnson City
Patients receive ketamine treatment paired with guided therapy sessions to process trauma and manage symptoms.

New DO joins Ballad Health
Dr. Holly Nummerdor will specialize in family medicine.
Johnson City Medical Center Performs New Brain Surgery
The hospital completed its first awake brain tumor resection in December.
Lifestyle
Appalachian Youth Art Showcase Highlights Creativity and Impact of Art Education
ETSU's Slocumb Galleries hosts exhibit celebrating regional middle and high school students' artwork

ETSU Ranked Top 100 Midsize Employer Nationwide by Forbes
East Tennessee State University recognized as one of the best colleges to work for in the U.S.
Proposed Heidi's House of Hope development clears another hurdle
The Johnson City Regional Planning Commission unanimously approved a preliminary plat for Phase 1 of the affordable housing project.