☀️ Today’s Weather
Weather data unavailable.
😄 Only in Johnson City
Johnson City residents will spend all Memorial Day weekend planning the perfect cookout, only to spend most of Monday at a ceremony at Mountain Home — because apparently that’s just what you do here, and honestly, it’s the better plan anyway.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: Mountain Home National Cemetery in Johnson City is one of the most historic veterans’ burial grounds in the region. In what year did the facility — originally established as a national home for disabled volunteer soldiers — first open its doors?
Answer: Mountain Home opened on October 15, 1903.
🔝 Top Stories
Johnson City Asks Residents to Weigh In on Data Centers
The City of Johnson City is asking people to share their thoughts on data centers through a new survey. The city says it is “currently evaluating data center operations & potential impacts such as noise, location, & compatibility with surrounding uses,” and the survey asks residents which issues concern them most and what level of concern they have about data center development in Johnson City. Those who fill out the survey can also select what kind of approach they would like to see the city take on data centers and how they would prefer to find updates on the matter.
Sponsored by
Frazier Plumbing
Got a leaky pipe, a water heater on its last legs, or a drain that’s given up? Frazier Plumbing has been solving plumbing problems for Tri-Cities homeowners since 1980 — family-owned, locally operated, and available 24/7 when things go wrong at the worst possible time. No runaround, no oversized crews. Just experienced local plumbers who show up and fix it right.
Memorial Day Honored at Johnson City’s Veterans Memorial Park
Johnson City marked Memorial Day with a solemn ceremony at Veterans Memorial Park, honoring those who gave their lives in service to the country. Two Memorial Day ceremonies were held in Johnson City — first, a ceremony at Memorial Park held by the American Legion near the doughboy statue across the street from city hall, and then at Mountain Home National Cemetery, which hosted a wreath-laying ceremony accompanied by a moment of silence and the playing of Taps.
Hundreds Gather at Mountain Home National Cemetery for Flag Ceremony
Hundreds of volunteers gathered at Mountain Home National Cemetery in Johnson City to honor fallen service members by placing flags at gravesites ahead of Memorial Day, with more than 18,000 gravesites receiving flags during the annual ceremony. Among the volunteers were members of the Sequoyah Council, Scouting America, and Girl Scouts of the USA, and the cemetery is the final resting place for veterans who served in conflicts ranging from the American Revolutionary War up to Operation Iraqi Freedom. This year marked the 75th annual flag placement ceremony, a tradition held every Saturday morning of Memorial Day weekend.
Emergency Response Trailers Distributed Across Northeast Tennessee
Eight Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) trailers have been bought and distributed to each county in Northeast Tennessee, according to the Washington County/Johnson City Emergency Management Agency. Each trailer is outfitted with equipment such as chainsaws and personal protective equipment, as well as other tools to assist people during disasters, and the equipment can be used to remove debris, help communities during severe weather, and provide aid during emergencies. The agency announced that it and its partners helped purchase and equip the trailers, which were then distributed to all of the counties in Tennessee Emergency Management District 1.
Hellbender Outfitters Honors Gold Star Families with Custom Fishing Rods
A local veteran and business owner recently made headlines for a meaningful Memorial Day gesture — honoring Gold Star families with custom-made fishing rods. Matt Moore, a veteran and owner of Hellbender Outfitters in Elizabethton, is giving back to families who have lost U.S. service members. The effort highlights the region’s strong tradition of supporting those who have sacrificed in service to the nation.
Read more at Johnson City Press
📅 Upcoming Events
4th Annual Car Show at 140 Technology Lane
Saturday, May 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, at 140 Technology Lane, Johnson City, TN. Rain date: June 6. Join in for a day of classic cars, great food, and live entertainment at the Fourth Annual Car Show. Features include food trucks, live music, Best of Class and Special Awards, door prizes, dash plaques for the first 50 vehicles, and a 50/50 drawing. Vehicle registration begins at 9:30 AM by donation, with all proceeds benefiting the Activity Department for residents.
Read more at Visit Johnson City
Second Harvest Food Bank Golf Classic
Join the 33rd Annual Second Harvest Golf Classic on Monday, June 1, 2026, for a day of fun on the green as participants drive towards a hunger-free Northeast Tennessee. The event runs from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Blackthorn Club at The Ridges. For more information, visit netfoodbank.org.
Fridays After 5 Summer Concert Series — Downtown Johnson City
Fridays After 5 takes place on Fridays in June and July at The Pavilion at Founders Park in downtown Johnson City. This beloved free outdoor concert series is a summer staple for residents looking to enjoy live music in the heart of downtown. Check the Downtown Johnson City website for the full lineup and details.
Read more at Downtown Johnson City
Legislative Session Breakfast at the Carnegie Hotel
Join Chamber members and Tennessee’s state delegation on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM at the Carnegie Hotel, 1216 W. State of Franklin Rd., Johnson City, for a breakfast and conversation on what went on in Nashville during the legislative session. Doors open at 7 AM and the program begins at 7:30 AM. For more information, contact the Johnson City Chamber of Commerce.
Read more at Johnson City Chamber