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Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Property tax relief match program approved in Johnson City (wjhl.com) — Johnson City has approved a new $129 local property tax relief match for the 2026 tax year, aimed at low-income elderly homeowners, disabled residents, and disabled veterans. If you already received Tennessee's property tax relief in 2025, you'll automatically get the city match, while first-time applicants should work through the state program or call the city tax office for help.
2. Attorney for Kat Dahl comments on lawsuit dismissal after appeal filing (johnsoncitypress.com) — A former special prosecutor challenging Johnson City Police Department practices has appealed the dismissal of her retaliation lawsuit, keeping scrutiny on how local officers handled sexual assault cases. City officials maintain confidence in the judge's ruling, while an earlier independent report has already driven policy changes and a new special victims unit within the department.
3. Quillen researchers secure more than $2.6 million in NIH funding (johnsoncitypress.com) — East Tennessee State University's Quillen College of Medicine in Johnson City has landed more than $2.6 million in new NIH grants, backing seven projects on cancer, cardiovascular issues after spinal cord injury, and infections in people with diabetes. Leaders say the awards boost Quillen's research profile while giving local medical students more hands-on opportunities with cutting-edge investigations.
4. Addison Worwood critically hurt in pedestrian accident in Johnson City (newsline.com) — A Utah missionary serving in the Knoxville Mission was critically injured while crossing a Johnson City street on September 22, and police are asking any witnesses to come forward. The report outlines her serious injuries and explains how investigators and attorneys typically examine pedestrian crashes, from road conditions to right-of-way and potential personal injury claims.
5. JCFD provides safe charging tips for Fire Prevention Week (johnsoncitypress.com) — Johnson City's Fire Department is marking Fire Prevention Week by focusing on safe charging practices for lithium-ion batteries in phones, e-bikes, tools, and other devices. Local firefighters are urging residents to rethink how and where they charge electronics so they can enjoy modern conveniences while reducing the risk of dangerous home fires.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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