Today in Johnson City History

Today in Johnson City History

Today in Johnson City History, February 18, 2026

Dr. Sherrod, a missing young woman, the Johnson City Symphony Orchestra and more

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Rebecca Henderson
Feb 18, 2026
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Monday, February 18, 1901: One hundred and twenty-five years ago today, The Knoxville Sentinel published several short news accounts, all with datelines from Johnson City. Readers learned that “A small barn, located on Roan street (sic for Street) was destroyed by fire last night; not more than $100 loss. No insurance.

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