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KINGSPORT – The Small Business Association (SBA) will host a certification programs workshop on Tuesday, July 22 from 9 to 11 a.m. at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. The event is co-sponsored by the Kingsport Office of Small Business Development and Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) and Small Business Development Center ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate.
The workshop is open to small business owners who are interested in becoming certified as a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Veteran-Owned Business (VOSB), Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), or Historically Underutilized Business (HUB.) Attendees will also learn about 8(a) certification, which includes mentee training, among other things. This workshop will cover the different certification categories and requirements.
If you attended the public Balfour Beatty Construction event in January 2014 related to Eastmans new Corporate Business Center, or the Government Contracting and Procurement event we held in April 2013 highlighting opportunities with Y-12 National Security Complex, or Bank of Tennessees recent Women Empowered Seminar on How and Why You Should Certify Your Business as Woman-Owned, this event is an excellent follow-up and vital to developing your circle of business alliances and partners, said Aundrea Wilcox, Executive Director for KOSBE and Senior Counselor for The TSBDC ETSU – Kingsport Affiliate Office.
This workshop is to be led by Aundrea Wilcox and Gloria Armstead. Armstead is an SBA Business Opportunity Specialist 8(a).
There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is required. Please R.S.V.P. online at http://bit.ly/sbasdb8a, or by contacting Dana Glenn, who can be reached at 423.392.8825 or dglenn@tsbdc.org.
The Tennessee Small Business Development Centers Network, hosted by Middle Tennessee State University in Murfreesboro, TN, is an accredited member of the National Association of Small Business Development Centers and funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration, participating universities and community colleges, and regional support partners. All SBA programs are extended to the public on a nondiscriminatory basis. All opinions, conclusions, or recommendations expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the SBA and other program sponsors. All information is deemed reliable, but not guaranteed. All information, events, and/or prices are subject to change or withdrawal. The Tennessee Small Business Development Centers Network shall not be held responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, or misprints. Please confirm the information with the listing party.
Reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities will be made if requested at least two weeks in advance. Contact Dana Glenn at 400 Clinchfield Street, Suite 100, Kingsport, TN 37660 or at 423-392-8825.
KINGSPORT – In keeping with longstanding law-enforcement tradition, on the afternoon of July 10, 2014, officers of the Kingsport Police Department and their families gathered in the Downtown Academic Village Auditorium to acknowledge and celebrate a variety of promotions, commendations, and new hires.‚ Mayor Dennis Phillips, several Aldermen, newly appointed City Manager Jeff Fleming, and multiple members of the City of Kingsports Leadership Team, showed their support for the Kingsport Police Department by also being in attendance.
During the ceremony, several promotions that occurred in May and June of this year were formally recognized.‚ Most of these promotions were a trickle down result of last years promotion of David Quillin to Chief of Police; however, two of the Lieutenant positions are as a result of department restructuring.‚ The promotions include:
Jason Bellamy was promoted to the rank of Major.‚ Previously serving as Operations Captain, Major Bellamy will continue to serve as a key component of the K.P.D. Command Staff.
Mike Roark was promoted to the rank of Captain.‚ Formerly supervising the Directed Patrol Unit and Special Events, Captain Roark will join the K.P.D. Command Staff, taking charge of the K.P.D. Operations Bureau.
David Moore was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant.‚ Previously serving as a Patrol supervisor, Lieutenant Moore will continue to serve in the Patrol Division as a Watch Commander leading 3rd Platoon.
Randall Gore was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant.‚ Formerly serving as a Patrol supervisor, Lieutenant Gore will command several Administrative Divisions of the department.
Chris Tincher was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant.‚ With extensive previous service in the Criminal Investigations Division, Lieutenant Tincher will now take command of the newly formed K.P.D. Professional Standards Unit.
John Blessing was promoted to the rank of Sergeant.‚ Previously serving in the Criminal Investigations Division, Sergeant Blessing will now supervise the departments Quartermaster and Evidence Unit.
Randy Murray was promoted to the rank of Corporal.‚ Formerly serving as a detective, Corporal Murray will continue to serve in the Criminal Investigations Division as a first line supervisor.
Several awards were also presented at the ceremony.‚ These include:
COMMENDATION BAR‚¬â€This award is presented to an officer who beings credit to himself/herself as well as the department.‚ Sergeant Steve Hammonds received the Commendation Bar for successfully managing the K.P.D. Accreditation Unit through the last CALEA assessment period, earning the department Advanced Meritorious Accreditation.
DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL‚¬â€This medal is awarded to officers who have rendered 25 years of faithful and productive service to the department.‚ The following officers received this award:
• Deputy Chief Dale Phipps
• Captain Jenny Castle
• Lieutenant Tim Crawford
• Lieutenant Jerry Mowl
• Lieutenant Joe Valentine
• Sergeant Bryan Bishop
• Sergeant Joe Earles
• Sergeant Gerald Hurd
• Sergeant Frank Light
• Corporal Darla Anderson (retired)
• Corporal Kevin Kelly
• Officer Rick Marshall
MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL‚¬â€This award is given to an officer who is distinguished by an act of exceptional meritorious achievement.‚ Sergeant Frank Light and Corporal Randy Murray earned this medal for their roles in an extensive two-year homicide investigation that resulted in the arrest of the men responsible.
POLICE STAR‚¬â€This medal is awarded to an officer, who in the intelligent performance of his or her duties, and while in imminent personal danger, performs an act of exceptional judgment, using skillful tactics, in order to diffuse an obviously dangerous and potentially deadly situation.‚ Officer Jesse Griggs was awarded the Police Star for his arrest of an offender who suddenly and inexplicably turned violent during a seemingly routine arrest.
MEDAL OF MERIT‚¬â€This medal is awarded to officers who, while in imminent danger, perform exceptional acts of heroism.‚ The following officers received this award for their involvement in the apprehension of a violent offender:
• Lieutenant Jerry Robinson (retired)
• Lieutenant Joe Valentine
• Officer Brooke Bowers
• Officer Craig Dunworth
• Officer Justin Fleenor
• Officer Joe Moody
• Officer Larry Nunley
• Officer Matt Stewart
• Reserve Officer Weston Olmstead
Finally, two new officers, Abby Ford and Jonathan Dison, were officially sworn in.‚ Both of these new additions bring vital previous law-enforcement experience to the table, with Officer Ford previously serving with the Sullivan County Sheriffs Office and Officer Dison previously serving with the Tavares, FL Police Department.
The ceremony concluded with all sworn officers in attendance reciting the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics.
The Kingsport Police Department wishes to congratulate all of the aforementioned officers for these recent achievements and thank them for their continued service.
GENERAL NARRATIVE |
On July 14, 2014 at approximately 11:55 AM a Kingsport Police Patrol Officer noticed a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle eastbound on Holston Valley Drive. The officer observed the motorcycle being operated by an adult male; however, it was also occupied by a boy riding behind the operator, and another younger boy riding in front of the operator. The officer saw that the child riding in front was not wearing a helmet.
The officer initiated a traffic stop on the motorcycle, but the operator accelerated away at a high rate of speed. The motorcycle promptly turned east on Ravine Road, then immediately east on Cassel Drive where it passed a vehicle by driving on the wrong side of the road. Fearing that the reckless motorcyclist would crash with the children on board, the officer backed off and turned off his emergency lights, while still attempting to keep sight of the motorcycle and alerting other officers in the area via radio of the motorcycle’s direction of travel. Still at a high rate of speed, the motorcycle turned north on Gibson Mill Road, circumvented the roundabout by going the wrong way (to the left rather than to the right) head-on into oncoming vehicles, then back onto West Ravine Road. The motorcycle then turned south on Gibson Mill Road and east on Robertson Street, finally pulling into the driveway of 1054 Robertson Street where another officer in the area was able to intercept. The operator was identified as Shaun C. Hite. The minor boys on board were found to be a 9 year old (the passenger on the back) and a 5 year old (the passenger in front without a helmet). Their mother was summoned to the scene, and they were released into her custody. Mr. Hite was promptly arrested and charged with: 1) Felony Reckless Endangerment (2 counts) 2) Felony Evading Arrest by Motor Vehicle 3) Driving on a Revoked License Further investigation revealed that Mr. Hite had absconded from the John R. Hay House (a local community corrections facility) in August of 2013 and was wanted on an outstanding warrant for violation of probation. He was transported to the Kingsport City Jail where he was confined overnight pending arraignment. He was arraigned the next morning at which point he was ordered to be held without bond. |
SUSPECT INFORMATION | |
Name | Shaun C. Hite |
Age | Date of Birth 8/30/1985
28 Years of Age |
Race/Gender | White/Male |
Residency | 130 East Carters Valley Road
Kingsport, TN |
Charge(s) | 1) Felony Reckless Endangerment (2 Counts)
2) Felony Evading Arrest by Motor Vehicle 3) Driving on a Revoked License |
RELEASING OFFICER | ||
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit |
GENERAL NARRATIVE |
On July 14, 2014 at approximately 11:55 AM a Kingsport Police Patrol Officer noticed a 2007 Yamaha motorcycle eastbound on Holston Valley Drive. The officer observed the motorcycle being operated by an adult male; however, it was also occupied by a boy riding behind the operator, and another younger boy riding in front of the operator. The officer saw that the child riding in front was not wearing a helmet.
The officer initiated a traffic stop on the motorcycle, but the operator accelerated away at a high rate of speed. The motorcycle promptly turned east on Ravine Road, then immediately east on Cassel Drive where it passed a vehicle by driving on the wrong side of the road. Fearing that the reckless motorcyclist would crash with the children on board, the officer backed off and turned off his emergency lights, while still attempting to keep sight of the motorcycle and alerting other officers in the area via radio of the motorcycle’s direction of travel. Still at a high rate of speed, the motorcycle turned north on Gibson Mill Road, circumvented the roundabout by going the wrong way (to the left rather than to the right) head-on into oncoming vehicles, then back onto West Ravine Road. The motorcycle then turned south on Gibson Mill Road and east on Robertson Street, finally pulling into the driveway of 1054 Robertson Street where another officer in the area was able to intercept. The operator was identified as Shaun C. Hite. The minor boys on board were found to be a 9 year old (the passenger on the back) and a 5 year old (the passenger in front without a helmet). Their mother was summoned to the scene, and they were released into her custody. Mr. Hite was promptly arrested and charged with: 1) Felony Reckless Endangerment (2 counts) 2) Felony Evading Arrest by Motor Vehicle 3) Driving on a Revoked License Further investigation revealed that Mr. Hite had absconded from the John R. Hay House (a local community corrections facility) in August of 2013 and was wanted on an outstanding warrant for violation of probation. He was transported to the Kingsport City Jail where he was confined overnight pending arraignment. He was arraigned the next morning at which point he was ordered to be held without bond. |
SUSPECT INFORMATION | |
Name | Shaun C. Hite |
Age | Date of Birth 8/30/1985
28 Years of Age |
Race/Gender | White/Male |
Residency | 130 East Carters Valley Road
Kingsport, TN |
Charge(s) | 1) Felony Reckless Endangerment (2 Counts)
2) Felony Evading Arrest by Motor Vehicle 3) Driving on a Revoked License |
RELEASING OFFICER | ||
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit |
GENERAL NARRATIVE |
In keeping with longstanding law-enforcement tradition, on the afternoon of July 10, 2014, officers of the Kingsport Police Department and their families gathered in the Downtown Academic Village Auditorium to acknowledge and celebrate a variety of promotions, commendations, and new hires. Mayor Dennis Phillips, several Aldermen, newly appointed City Manager Jeff Fleming, and multiple members of the City of Kingsport’s Leadership Team, showed their support for the Kingsport Police Department by also being in attendance.
During the ceremony, several promotions that occurred in May and June of this year were formally recognized. Most of these promotions were a trickle down result of last year’s promotion of David Quillin to Chief of Police; however, two of the Lieutenant positions are as a result of department restructuring. The promotions include: Jason Bellamy was promoted to the rank of Major. Previously serving as Operations Captain, Major Bellamy will continue to serve as a key component of the K.P.D. Command Staff. Mike Roark was promoted to the rank of Captain. Formerly supervising the Directed Patrol Unit and Special Events, Captain Roark will join the K.P.D. Command Staff, taking charge of the K.P.D. Operations Bureau. David Moore was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Previously serving as a Patrol supervisor, Lieutenant Moore will continue to serve in the Patrol Division as a Watch Commander leading 3rd Platoon. Randall Gore was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Formerly serving as a Patrol supervisor, Lieutenant Gore will command several Administrative Divisions of the department. Chris Tincher was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. With extensive previous service in the Criminal Investigations Division, Lieutenant Tincher will now take command of the newly formed K.P.D. Professional Standards Unit. John Blessing was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Previously serving in the Criminal Investigations Division, Sergeant Blessing will now supervise the department’s Quartermaster and Evidence Unit. Randy Murray was promoted to the rank of Corporal. Formerly serving as a detective, Corporal Murray will continue to serve in the Criminal Investigations Division as a first line supervisor. Several awards were also presented at the ceremony. These include: COMMENDATION BAR—This award is presented to an officer who beings credit to himself/herself as well as the department. Sergeant Steve Hammonds received the Commendation Bar for successfully managing the K.P.D. Accreditation Unit through the last CALEA assessment period, earning the department Advanced Meritorious Accreditation. DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL—This medal is awarded to officers who have rendered 25 years of faithful and productive service to the department. The following officers received this award: • Deputy Chief Dale Phipps • Captain Jenny Castle • Lieutenant Tim Crawford • Lieutenant Jerry Mowl • Lieutenant Joe Valentine • Sergeant Bryan Bishop • Sergeant Joe Earles • Sergeant Gerald Hurd • Sergeant Frank Light • Corporal Darla Anderson (retired) • Corporal Kevin Kelly • Officer Rick Marshall MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL—This award is given to an officer who is distinguished by an act of exceptional meritorious achievement. Sergeant Frank Light and Corporal Randy Murray earned this medal for their roles in an extensive two-year homicide investigation that resulted in the arrest of the men responsible. POLICE STAR—This medal is awarded to an officer, who in the intelligent performance of his or her duties, and while in imminent personal danger, performs an act of exceptional judgment, using skillful tactics, in order to diffuse an obviously dangerous and potentially deadly situation. Officer Jesse Griggs was awarded the Police Star for his arrest of an offender who suddenly and inexplicably turned violent during a seemingly routine arrest. MEDAL OF MERIT—This medal is awarded to officers who, while in imminent danger, perform exceptional acts of heroism. The following officers received this award for their involvement in the apprehension of a violent offender: • Lieutenant Jerry Robinson (retired) • Lieutenant Joe Valentine • Officer Brooke Bowers • Officer Craig Dunworth • Officer Justin Fleenor • Officer Joe Moody • Officer Larry Nunley • Officer Matt Stewart • Reserve Officer Weston Olmstead Finally, two new officers, Abby Ford and Jonathan Dison, were officially sworn in. Both of these new additions bring vital previous law-enforcement experience to the table, with Officer Ford previously serving with the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office and Officer Dison previously serving with the Tavares, FL Police Department. The ceremony concluded with all sworn officers in attendance reciting the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. The Kingsport Police Department wishes to congratulate all of the aforementioned officers for these recent achievements and thank them for their continued service. |
RELEASING OFFICER | ||
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit |
GENERAL NARRATIVE |
In keeping with longstanding law-enforcement tradition, on the afternoon of July 10, 2014, officers of the Kingsport Police Department and their families gathered in the Downtown Academic Village Auditorium to acknowledge and celebrate a variety of promotions, commendations, and new hires. Mayor Dennis Phillips, several Aldermen, newly appointed City Manager Jeff Fleming, and multiple members of the City of Kingsport’s Leadership Team, showed their support for the Kingsport Police Department by also being in attendance.
During the ceremony, several promotions that occurred in May and June of this year were formally recognized. Most of these promotions were a trickle down result of last year’s promotion of David Quillin to Chief of Police; however, two of the Lieutenant positions are as a result of department restructuring. The promotions include: Jason Bellamy was promoted to the rank of Major. Previously serving as Operations Captain, Major Bellamy will continue to serve as a key component of the K.P.D. Command Staff. Mike Roark was promoted to the rank of Captain. Formerly supervising the Directed Patrol Unit and Special Events, Captain Roark will join the K.P.D. Command Staff, taking charge of the K.P.D. Operations Bureau. David Moore was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Previously serving as a Patrol supervisor, Lieutenant Moore will continue to serve in the Patrol Division as a Watch Commander leading 3rd Platoon. Randall Gore was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. Formerly serving as a Patrol supervisor, Lieutenant Gore will command several Administrative Divisions of the department. Chris Tincher was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. With extensive previous service in the Criminal Investigations Division, Lieutenant Tincher will now take command of the newly formed K.P.D. Professional Standards Unit. John Blessing was promoted to the rank of Sergeant. Previously serving in the Criminal Investigations Division, Sergeant Blessing will now supervise the department’s Quartermaster and Evidence Unit. Randy Murray was promoted to the rank of Corporal. Formerly serving as a detective, Corporal Murray will continue to serve in the Criminal Investigations Division as a first line supervisor. Several awards were also presented at the ceremony. These include: COMMENDATION BAR—This award is presented to an officer who beings credit to himself/herself as well as the department. Sergeant Steve Hammonds received the Commendation Bar for successfully managing the K.P.D. Accreditation Unit through the last CALEA assessment period, earning the department Advanced Meritorious Accreditation. DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL—This medal is awarded to officers who have rendered 25 years of faithful and productive service to the department. The following officers received this award: • Deputy Chief Dale Phipps • Captain Jenny Castle • Lieutenant Tim Crawford • Lieutenant Jerry Mowl • Lieutenant Joe Valentine • Sergeant Bryan Bishop • Sergeant Joe Earles • Sergeant Gerald Hurd • Sergeant Frank Light • Corporal Darla Anderson (retired) • Corporal Kevin Kelly • Officer Rick Marshall MERITORIOUS SERVICE MEDAL—This award is given to an officer who is distinguished by an act of exceptional meritorious achievement. Sergeant Frank Light and Corporal Randy Murray earned this medal for their roles in an extensive two-year homicide investigation that resulted in the arrest of the men responsible. POLICE STAR—This medal is awarded to an officer, who in the intelligent performance of his or her duties, and while in imminent personal danger, performs an act of exceptional judgment, using skillful tactics, in order to diffuse an obviously dangerous and potentially deadly situation. Officer Jesse Griggs was awarded the Police Star for his arrest of an offender who suddenly and inexplicably turned violent during a seemingly routine arrest. MEDAL OF MERIT—This medal is awarded to officers who, while in imminent danger, perform exceptional acts of heroism. The following officers received this award for their involvement in the apprehension of a violent offender: • Lieutenant Jerry Robinson (retired) • Lieutenant Joe Valentine • Officer Brooke Bowers • Officer Craig Dunworth • Officer Justin Fleenor • Officer Joe Moody • Officer Larry Nunley • Officer Matt Stewart • Reserve Officer Weston Olmstead Finally, two new officers, Abby Ford and Jonathan Dison, were officially sworn in. Both of these new additions bring vital previous law-enforcement experience to the table, with Officer Ford previously serving with the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office and Officer Dison previously serving with the Tavares, FL Police Department. The ceremony concluded with all sworn officers in attendance reciting the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. The Kingsport Police Department wishes to congratulate all of the aforementioned officers for these recent achievements and thank them for their continued service. |
RELEASING OFFICER | ||
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit |
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