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Hello Johnson City! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could you qualify for Johnson City's new $129 tax relief match?
  • What's next after the Johnson City police corruption lawsuit appeal?
  • How $2.6 million in NIH grants will impact Johnson City research

Also on today's calendar: Dungeons and Dragons (Group 1) and 7 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 51 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and pleasant, temps: high: 77, low: 51.
  • Thursday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 80 and low of 49 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

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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🗓 Events Nearby

    Tuesday October 6
  • Jonesborough Storytelling Guild
    Historic Jonesborough, 117 Boone St, Jonesborough
    7:00 pm
    • Wednesday October 7
  • IBN - Jonesborough →
    Jonesborough
    11:30 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Does this count as pollen pants?
    You know, people say bees have pollen pants. Now Missy has pollen pants too. I think it counts. (Nextdoor Camelot Two)
  • I was wondering, how is this legal to have a dump in the middle of a neighborhood?
    With how toxic these fumes are and you can't even be outside a lot of the time because the smell is just so bad has anybody ever tried to file… (Nextdoor The Good Side)
  • Golden Corral posted a job opening for Truck Unloader, Part-Time in Johnson City. Apply here.
  • East Tennessee State University posted a job opening for Associate Director, TRIO in Johnson City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Johnson City here.

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: "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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