Watauga Brewing Company In Downtown Johnson City Will Close Its Doors December 21st, Adding To A Growing List Of Tri-Cities Businesses Shuttering In Recent Months. The Brewery, Which Opened In 2020 And Featured The City’s First Rooftop Bar, Says Pandemic-Era Challenges, Worker Shortages, And Rising Costs Made Financial Stability Unattainable. In A Statement, Owners Thanked Staff And Customers For Their Support.