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Are you a local artist with a passion for keeping the environment clean and healthy? Or are you a casual painter that loves animals? The City of Kingsport Stormwater Department, with the help of the Office of Cultural Arts and Engage Kingsport, is seeking local artists and creative minds to paint five storm drains in local neighborhoods to raise awareness about the importance of protecting our rivers, stream habitat, and aquatic wildlife.
To enter the contest:
- Send a color sketch of your proposed artwork around a storm drain.
- Artwork may include the street, sidewalk or both.
- Text is encouraged to convey the educational stormwater message.
- Be sure to include your name, phone and email.
The deadline to submit entries is August 1. The winners will be selected by August 16. The five winning artists will receive $100 and their chance to leave their artistic talents on the streets of local Kingsport neighborhoods.
Sponsors for this contest are all local businesses and include Bishop & Company, Bank of Tennessee, Kingsport Imaging, VIPSeen and Now or Never Tattoo Gallery.
The artists will each receive one quart of red, yellow, blue, white and black. Artists will start painting the first week of September. For complete rules and guidelines, please click here.
“The response we got last year from the downtown drain artwork was very positive,” said Amanda McMullen, stormwater quality control technician for Kingsport Public Works. “This year, we want to bring the art to the people by painting drains in various neighborhoods.”
What is Stormwater?
As Kingsport grew, the ground became covered with asphalt, concrete and buildings. Without realizing it, an important part of the water cycle was disturbed. Instead of rain naturally filtering into the ground, it flows over roofs, driveways and streets as stormwater. Stormwater can pick up pollutants and transport them into local waterways via the storm drain system. Pollutants include everyday items like pesticides or fertilizers in our yards, oil in our cars, and even soap. When introduced into the waterway, pollutants have a harmful effect on aquatic life and the health of our rivers.
For more information on the storm drain art contest and stormwater in Kingsport, please click here.
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Kingsport Police Department
David Quillin, Chief of Police 200 Shelby Street • Kingsport, TN 37660 |
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NEWS RELEASE | |||
SUBJECT: | Kingsport Police Investigating Shooting Incident at Meadowview Convention Center (Update #2) | ||
DATE: | June 9, 2019 | ||
CASE #: | 19-012705 | ||
GENERAL NARRATIVE | |||
On June 9, 2019 as of approximately 9:30 AM, the following is the current status of the investigation into the shooting incident at Meadowview Conference Resort and Convention Center:
The incident has been determined to have been initiated by a robbery attempt that occurred inside the hotel portion of the facility. It was not a random act of violence. It was a drug related crime with specific people being targeted accordingly. The previously mentioned victim has been treated and released for a non-life threatening gunshot wound. Three suspects have been officially charged with the following: Matthew Phillips 1) Aggravated Robbery 2) Aggravated Kidnapping 3) Attempted Second Degree Murder Deonte Bristol 1) Aggravated Robbery 2) Aggravated Kidnapping 3) Attempted Aggravated Robbery 4) Accessory After the Fact to (Attempted) Second Degree Murder Brittany Stafford 1) Accessory After the Fact to (Attempted) Second Degree Murder Mr. Bristol and Ms. Stafford have both been arrested and remain housed in the Kingsport City Jail pending arraignment. Mr. Phillips remains wanted and at large and should be considered armed and dangerous. Anyone who knows his current whereabouts or who may have any additional information which could assist with this investigation is asked to contact Detectives in the K.P.D. Criminal Investigations Division at 423-229-9429 or call Kingsport Central Dispatch at 423-246-9111. Alternatively, if an individual who is able to supply information related to this or any other case wishes not to be identified, tips can be submitted anonymously via online “Citizen Feedback” forms available at the following link: https://www.kingsporttn.gov/city-services/police-department/contact-us As this remains an active criminal investigation, and in the interest of a successful future prosecution, no further information can nor will be released at this time. As previously released: On June 8, 2019 as of approximately 10:30 PM, Meadowview Conference Resort and Convention Center is believed to have been rendered safe and has resumed normal business routines. With the exception of one hallway where the aforementioned incident took place, the facility is back open. Having said that, people are still being asked to stay away from the facility unless they have a specific need to be there, as an active criminal investigation is still underway. No further details are available for release at this time. Additional information will be released as it becomes available and at the appropriate point in that investigation. As previously released: On June 8, 2019 at approximately 7:30 PM the Kingsport Police Department was notified of a shooting incident at Meadowview Conference Resort and Convention Center, located at 1901 Meadowview Parkway in Kingsport. The preliminary investigation has revealed the following: 1) A criminal incident has transpired which has resulted in at least one gunshot being fired and at least one victim being struck by gunfire. 2) That victim has been transported to an area healthcare facility for medical treatment. 3) The suspect is still at large, but is believed to have already left the scene. 4) There is currently still a strong police presence at the facility. Anyone not at the facility is asked to please stay away to allow the police to investigate the incident without interference. Anyone at the facility is instructed to please specifically follow all instructions from the police and hotel staff to the letter. The K.P.D. Criminal Investigations Division is in the preliminary stages of their investigation into the incident. No further details are available for release at this time. Additional information will be released as it becomes available and at the appropriate point in that investigation. |
WANTED SUSPECT INFORMATION | |
Name | Matthew Phillips |
Age | Date of Birth 4/8/1990
29 Years of Age |
Gender/Race | Male/Black |
Height/
Weight |
5 feet 10 inches
170 pounds |
Hair/
Eyes |
Black Hair
Brown Eyes |
Residency | 841 Dale Street
Kingsport, TN |
Charge(s) | 1) Aggravated Robbery
2) Aggravated Kidnapping 3) Attempted Second Degree Murder |
ARRESTED SUSPECT INFORMATION | |
Name | Donte Bristol |
Age | Date of Birth 8/24/1996
22 Years of Age |
Gender/Race | Male/Black |
Residency | 1334 East Center Street
Kingsport, TN |
Charge(s) | 1) Aggravated Robbery
2) Aggravated Kidnapping 3) Attempted Aggravated Robbery 4) Accessory After the Fact to Second Degree Murder |
ARRESTED SUSPECT INFORMATION | |
Name | Brittany Stafford |
Age | Date of Birth 10/8/1987
31 Years of Age |
Gender/Race | Female/White |
Residency | 2985 Ashley Street
Kingsport, TN |
Charge(s) | 1) Accessory After the Fact to Second Degree Murder |
VICTIM INFORMATION | |
Name | Not Released |
Age | 33 Years of Age |
Gender/Race | Male/Black |
Residency | Not Released |
Injuries | Non-Life Threatening Gunshot Wound |
RELEASING OFFICER | ||
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX) ThomasMPatton |
RELEASING OFFICER | ||
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX) ThomasMPatton |
RELEASING OFFICER | ||
Thomas M. Patton, Public Information Officer
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit 423-229-9433 (Desk) • 423-224-2786 (FAX) ThomasMPatton |
The Kingsport Farmers Market is partnering with Visit Kingsport and the Downtown Kingsport Association on a brand new farmers market experience: the Evening at the Market series.
On the second Thursday of each month, June through September, visit the Kingsport Farmers Market at 308 Clinchfield Street for an exciting night. Shop from the farmers market vendors you know and love, visit food vendors for some dinner, then grab a craft beer before the live bluegrass concert outside.
“We are so excited to bring this new experience to downtown Kingsport,” said Kristie Leonard, the city’s Community Services Program Administrator and market manager. “Everyone in the region is welcome to come enjoy a laidback atmosphere and visit with your neighbors.”
Evening at the Market lasts from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. The market is open for the entire evening, and the concert kicks off at 6. Carousel Park is right next door, and the Kingsport Carousel will be open for rides. Bring the family and stay a while at Evening at the Market!
For our June 13 kick-off night, come support Kingsport in the tie-breaking battle for the Best Long Island Ice Tea. After the concert, Visit Kingsport will show the live battle on the big screen as Kingsport’s local team takes on New York in National Harbor, Maryland. Come show your support for Kingsport’s Original Long Island Iced Tea!
Concert Schedule
June 13: Lonesome River
July 11: Hunter Patterson Band
August 8: Matlock & Company
September 12: ETSU Bluegrass Pride Band
Don’t forget—the Kingsport Farmers Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. To learn more about the market, visit kingsportfarmersmarket.org.
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