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What's up Johnson City! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could that invoice email from “Johnson City” be a scam?
  • How new D.C. flights could boost Johnson City’s business connections
  • Can ETSU’s new depth shock No. 12 North Carolina?

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Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny and not as cold, with a high of 46 and low of 27 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Some brightening, temps: high: 51, low: 32.
  • Thursday: Breezy in the afternoon, with a high of 61 and low of 32 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Johnson City warns of scam involving emailed invoices (wjhl.com) — Johnson City officials are warning residents about fake emailed invoices that misuse the city’s seal and planning staff names while demanding wire transfers. Real planning fee notices may come by email, but payments are only taken in person or through the CityView portal, never by wire. Residents are urged to call the Planning Division or Police Department to verify any suspicious request.
   

• Breeze Airways non-stop flights to D.C. debuts at Tri-Cities Airport (wjhl.com) — New nonstop Breeze Airways flights from Tri-Cities Airport to Washington, D.C., are now running Mondays and Fridays, and Johnson City’s Chamber of Commerce says they’ll open fresh business and tourism opportunities. Local leaders expect easier access to the nation’s capital and more visitors discovering Johnson City and the broader Tri-Cities region, potentially boosting the area’s economy and visibility.
   

• Bucs continue December road swing with test at No. 12 North Carolina (wcyb.com) — ETSU’s Johnson City-based Bucs men’s basketball team is gearing up for a high-profile road test against No. 12 North Carolina in Chapel Hill. After a practice stop at Wake Forest with former coach Steve Forbes, head coach Brooks Savage says the team’s new depth and balanced scoring could make them a tougher, more exciting squad for Johnson City fans to follow this season.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • UPDATE!
    HE'S HOME!!! The way the world works is crazy! My work ended up closing for the day so I was home. I have 5 other cats and all of them were in my… (Nextdoor Freedom Hall)
  • ***FOUND*** He just came home this morning and is safe, sound, and warm.
    Missing on W Hillcrest Drive. He has a purple collar and right fron paw is shaved. He was recently neutered. If you see him, please text 423-967-8106. (Nextdoor Freedom Hall)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Freight Handler in Johnson City. Apply here.
  • Premium Retail Services, Inc. posted a job opening for Seasonal Walmart Merchandiser in Johnson City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Johnson City here.

🗞 Nearby News

Jonesborough

  • Downtown Jonesborough hosting Church Stroll (wcyb.com)
  • Middle East Export: 30k Mile 1970 Shelby GT500 (barnfinds.com)

Elizabethton

  • Elizabethton Christmas parade returns downtown for 90th anniversary (elizabethton.com)
  • Cyclones sweep senior night meet, celebrate Carr and record-setting performances (elizabethton.com)
  • TCAT to launch new Retail, Hospitality & Tourism program in spring 2026 (elizabethton.com)

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Ok Johnson City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: I don't know, but April May!
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