Two aging buildings in Johnson Cityâs downtown core are receiving some tender loving care.
On Jan. 26, the Johnson City Historic Zoning Commission issued certificates of appropriateness for improvements at 253 E. Main St. and 112 E. Market St.
The body has sway over design standards in the cityâs downtown historic district and helps preserve the historic integrity of its structures.
A rendering of the renovations to the building at 253 E. Main St. in downtown Johnson City.
Ray Smith, a builder based in New Mexico, said his family purchased the property 253 E. Main St. after he and his wife Joyce and daughter Amber Row fell in love with downtown Johnson City, citing the cityâs history and potential.
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Boones Creek Road location scheduled to offer to-go service starting on Wednesday
Johnson City Brewing Company is opening a new location at 2362 Boones Creek Road that will offer to-go service starting Wednesday.
Eric Latham, who co-owns the company with his wife Kat, said the business will start off by selling to-go beverages only. Theyâll be open this Wednesday and Saturday, but Latham noted that likely wonât be the establishmentâs regular hours.
The company received its off-premise beer license from the city last Thursday.
Over the long-term, the owners hope to produce beer at the location, operate a taproom on-site, offer food in some form and eventually set up a live performance venue.
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