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Crazy 8s 8K Run

Crazy 8s revamped with new course, enthusiasm

KINGSPORT — The Ballad Health and Niswonger Children’s Hospital Crazy 8s 8K Run has reached another milestone this year, celebrating its 30th running.

Yesterday at 7:48 PM
Fireworks at Freedom Hall Civic Center on Wednesday, July 4, 2018.
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Fourth of July

Johnson City announces closures for July Fourth celebrations

Johnson City has announced the following closures for this year’s Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks on July 4. 

Updated Yesterday at 11:22 AM
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Mountain Mischief

Get your nerd on: RobCon gears up for 34th year

For 34 years, RobCon has provided comic book fans in East Tennessee with a yearly convention right in their backyard.

Jun 24, 2019 at 10:58 AM
From left: Kathy Shephard, Robb Phillips and Ken Webber are the three investigators who took part in the haunted cabinet investigation, with all three saying it was one of the most haunted experiences they've ever had. Photo: Jonathan Roberts/Johnson City Press
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Paranormal Technology Investigations

Local paranormal investigators to be featured on Travel Channel

The business of hunting ghosts and investigating other paranormal occurrences rarely stops for members of the Paranormal Technology Investigations team.

Updated Jun 24, 2019 at 9:53 AM
Good Samaritan Ministries is in the midst of its annual collection of new shoes and back-toschool clothing, backpacks and supplies for more than 700 area children and teens in need.
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Good Neighbor

Good Samaritan summer food and back to school drives moving children forward

Good Samaritan Ministries is rallying the community to join in its annual back to school distribution for more than 700 area children in need.

Jun 20, 2019 at 9:55 PM
Elizabethton manager Ray Smith said pitcher Prelander Berroa has good mound presence.
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Appy League baseball

Elizabethton's Smith pleased with opening night

Elizabethton opened its Appalachian League baseball season in style Tuesday night, and Twins manager Ray Smith said he liked what he saw from his starting pitcher.

Jun 19, 2019 at 12:40 PM
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Local News

Tusculum youth conference to feature Nashville Tribute Band

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will hold a youth conference featuring live music and other activities at Tusculum University from Thursday to Saturday, according to a press release from the university.

Jun 18, 2019 at 5:39 PM
Izzy is a handsome little fella with a big heart and a keen desire to be held. A twelve-week-old, male, domestic medium hair, he is playful and fun, very loving, and ready for a new home. His gray, swirling coat makes this young Tabby a sighht to behold, and his personality is crying out for a new family. Pay him a visit. You can visit the Washington County/Johnson City Animal Shelter at 3411 N. Roan St., or visit online at wcjcanimalshelter.org. You can also call at 423-926-8769.
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pets of the week

Pets of the Week

As you well know (or I would assume so), we’ve had a ton of rain lately.

Jun 18, 2019 at 3:53 PM
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E. coli

E. coli case documented in Johnson City, source still unknown

The Tennessee Regional Health Department confirmed Monday that one person in the area was sickened last week after contracting E. coli, and the incident remained under investigation to determine the source.

Jun 17, 2019 at 6:36 PM
Oak Grove Christian Church is at 436 Jim Elliot Road, Elizabethton.
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Community Events

Carter County Men’s Christian Fellowship to meet Tuesday

Glen Layfield will be the speaker at the Carter County Men’s Christian Fellowship meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, at Oak Grove Christian Church, 436 Jim Elliott Road, Elizabethton.

Updated Jun 17, 2019 at 5:22 PM
Johnson City Press Staff Writer Brandon Paykamian
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column

Beware of pyramid schemes!

Look out for the red flags! 

Jun 16, 2019 at 3:56 PM
Skydivers form up while in freefall. 40 jumpers will try to break a state record by linking together over Greeneville this weekend.
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Greeneville

Dozens of daredevils to take part in state skydiving record attempt

If you’re in Greeneville next weekend, you might mistakenly think you’ve been sucked into that bizarre 80s music video for The Weather Girls, because it’ll be raining men (and women).

Jun 15, 2019 at 11:19 PM
The free live music once again drew a large crowd to the Covered Bridge Celebration. John Berry is the headliner for tounght’s show.
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Covered Bridge Celebration

Friday was a busy day in downtown Elizabethton

ELIZABETHTON — The Covered Bridge Celebration always draws a large crowd to downtown Elizabethton. This year, the annual festival had support from Evenings on Elk, a new event in which downtown shops stay open late on the second Fridays of the Jun 15, 2019 at 12:25 AM

Bentley is a one-year-old, neutered, male with a wonderful attitude and engaging personality. His big smile is just the first thing you notice, but this tri-colored Shepherd/Beagle mix has a lot of positives to offer. He is sweet and friendly and outgoing, and I’d be a big fan no matter what his name is. You can visit the Elizabethton/Carter County Animal Shelter at 135 Sycamore Shoals Road, Elizabethton, or call them at 423-547-6359.
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pets of the week

Pets of the Week

Summer is in full swing, and if you’ve ever visited a shelter, you know that means dozens and dozens of cats coming in. It is the season in which kittens abound. It’s not just felines, either - there are always plenty of animals in need, so pay Updated Jun 13, 2019 at 3:18 PM

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Good Neighbor

Freedom Festival to help victims of human trafficking; Barter Days underway for food bank; ball drop to help end Alzheimers

Freedom Festival, an artisans fair to raise awareness and funds for victims of sexual exploitation and human trafficking, will make its second annual run Saturday, June 15, at the Appalachian Fairgrounds in Gray.

Jun 12, 2019 at 10:01 PM
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