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😄 Only in Johnson City
The downtown post office moves to North Roan Street and suddenly everyone has an opinion about parking — which is impressive, because half of them couldn’t find a spot downtown anyway.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: What VA medical center is located at Mountain Home in Johnson City?
Answer: The James H. Quillen VA Medical Center, which serves veterans across Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia.
🔝 Top Stories
Downtown Johnson City Post Office Moves to North Roan Street
A longstanding post office in downtown Johnson City has officially closed and moved retail operations into a new space on North Roan Street. The move was initially announced in 2023, when the City of Johnson City said it was not planning to renew its lease with the United States Postal Service at its East Main Street distribution center and retail storefront. The city moved its USPS distribution and collection center to the former Kennametal manufacturing facility on Roweland Drive and opened a USPS post office at a former CVS Pharmacy on North Roan Street, which is the back half of a 13,912-square-foot building.
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Data Center Zoning Vote: Are 200 Feet Enough?
Johnson City’s planning commission is set to take its first vote on new rules for data centers. The proposed zoning rules would require at least 200 feet between the closest property line of any data center property and any residential property. Resident Dave Adams, who is among members of a group that has been advocating for stricter data center rules, says the ordinance gets the community “about 80 to 85 percent of the way there” but still has concerns about the setback distance.
Washington County Considers FY27 Budget With No Property Tax Increase
Washington County is weighing its proposed fiscal year 2027 budget, and unlike the ongoing debate over Johnson City’s city budget, the county’s plan is being considered without a property tax increase. Residents and commissioners are reviewing the budget details as the county balances department needs and fiscal restraint. Check the source for the latest on how this budget compares to the school funding disputes that have dominated recent months.
Read more at Johnson City Press
Downtown Parking Improvements Head to JC Planning Commission
Johnson City’s downtown parking lot improvements are advancing, with the project now headed before the planning commission for further review. The city has already been conducting surface improvements to several downtown parking areas in recent weeks. For details on the scope of the proposal and next steps, readers can follow the planning commission’s upcoming meeting.
Read more at Johnson City Press
League of Women Voters of Northeast Tennessee Celebrates America’s 250th With Patriotic Conversation
The League of Women Voters of Northeast Tennessee recently held an event celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with a patriotic conversation for the community. The gathering brought together local residents to reflect on civic engagement and the nation’s history ahead of the country’s semiquincentennial. Visit the source for more details on the discussion and participants.
Read more at Johnson City Press
🏪 Local Business Spotlight
Up Your Stairlifts
Finding the right stairlift shouldn’t be complicated, and for families in East Tennessee and Kentucky, Up Your Stairlifts has been making it simple since 2012. They sell and install only American-made stairlifts — new, used, straight, and curved — and they’ve streamlined the process so much that you can get a quote and place an order over the phone with nothing more than a picture of your stairs.
What sets them apart is how they handle the transaction: no money changes hands until the job is done. For families navigating a stressful time and making a significant purchase, that kind of policy matters. Used stairlift options are also available for those looking to stretch their budget without sacrificing quality.
Up Your Stairlifts is veteran-owned and serves the Tri-Cities and beyond. Learn more at upyourstairlifts.com.
📅 Upcoming Events
Fridays After 5 – Lucille Klement
Fridays After 5 featuring Lucille Klement is happening on Friday, June 12, 2026 starting at 6:30 PM at 601 E Main St, Johnson City, TN. This free outdoor summer concert series returns to downtown Johnson City for another evening of live music at King Commons.
Fridays After 5 – The Maggie Valley Band
Fridays After 5 featuring The Maggie Valley Band is happening on Friday, June 19, 2026 starting at 6:30 PM at 601 E Main St, Johnson City, TN. Head downtown for a free live outdoor concert as part of the popular summer series at King Commons.
Lakeside Concert Series – The Legacy Motown Revue
The Lakeside Concert Series presents The Legacy Motown Revue on Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 7:00 PM at Winged Deer Park – Goulding Amphitheatre, 199 Carroll Creek Road, Johnson City, TN. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or folding chairs for relaxing on the grassy hillsides.
More info at johnsoncitytn.org
TEDxJohnson City 2026
TEDxJohnson City is scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2026 at 6:00 PM. TEDxJohnson City is an independent, community-led event that was introduced to the region in the Summer of 2023. For location details and tickets, visit the event page.
More info at visitjohnsoncitytn.com
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