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The Kingsport Farmers Market will make vendor applications for its 2024 season available on February 19.
The application will be available online by going to kingsportfarmersmarket.org and clicking on “Become a Vendor.” Every vendor must reapply to the market each new season. Paper applications will be available if needed and can be picked up at Kingsport City Hall (415 Broad Street) or the Kingsport Carousel (320 Clinchfield Street).
City Hall is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday; the Kingsport Carousel is open 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Vendors can drop off completed paper applications at the same locations.
Before applying, vendors should take time to review the Vendor Handbook on the Kingsport Farmers Market website, linked on the “Become a Vendor” page. A paper copy will accompany a paper application. This handbook lists the market’s policies regarding what types of vendors are eligible to sell at the market, as well as what kind of documentation you might need.
The 2024 season will begin on Saturday, April 27. Stay tuned for more details.
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports to sweep the nation with plenty of competitors, teams and leagues playing throughout the Tri-Cities. If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to play this fast-paced game, the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department can serve you up.
The department plans to offer a beginner’s course in pickleball later this month at the V.O. Dobbins Sr. Complex (301 Louis Street). Classes will take place in Gymnasium #2 from 8:45 a.m. to 10 a.m. on Mondays and Fridays from February 19 through March 8.
The course is for participants ages 10 and up and the cost is $30 for city residents and $35 for non-city residents.
Students will enjoy an instructor-led course covering aspects of basic pickleball, including the rules of the game, serving, the return serve and dinking. All equipment will be provided.
To register, visit https://bit.ly/485BIuq. You can also click on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on the “CivicRec” link, then search for “pickleball” in the search bar.
For information about other programs, activities and classes offered by the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department, please visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.
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Kingsport Cultural Arts is pleased to announce the latest exhibiting artist at The Circle Gallery – Dan Kessler.
Kessler has been a full-time painter since 1991 and his work can be found in corporate and private collections around the world. Kessler’s exhibit includes original paintings and varying sizes of giclée prints, with his art guaranteed to make an impression. From “Sax Dog” to “Rainbow Cats” to “Sheep Farm,” there is likely a piece that will speak directly to you.
The Circle Gallery is located on the first floor of Kingsport City Hall (415 Broad Street) and Kessler’s exhibit will be on display until March 6. The Circle Gallery is brought to you by Kingsport Cultural Arts.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Daniel Patrick Kessler’s artistic roots began in Catholic grammar school, where nuns gave him holy cards – bright, ornate depictions of religious scenes – which caught his eye and fired his imagination.
Among his major influences are modern artists Joseph Cornell, Man Ray, Robert Rauschenberg, and Gregory Gillespie, the 17th century Dutch masters and the Italian Renaissance painters.
Today, Kessler’s distinctive renderings of the Texas state flag, of a sheepish, brightly colored red dog with an apple on its head, known as William Tell’s dog, and of 19th century Washington homes have become a staple of his oeuvre.
Kessler’s architectural pieces include five commissioned Presidential commemorative paintings of The White House and a folk art rendition of the White House used by President Clinton and the First Lady for a 1996 Christmas card.
For more information about Kessler, please visit www.kesslerart.com.
Bays Mountain Park is partnering with a local yoga instructor to offer residents a special Valentine’s Day Partner Yoga class at the Farmstead Museum.
The event will take place from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on February 14 at the Farmstead Museum at Bays Mountain Park.
Join us on Valentine’s Day for a unique class designed to enhance communication between you and a partner, while challenging your body in active poses that build strength through concentric, eccentric and isometric contractions.
Balance and flexibility will be emphasized, and the class will end with a relaxation and meditative section.
The cost is $6 per person and class size is limited to 12 people. Feel free to bring a spouse, a child, a significant other or a good friend. Wear exercise clothing and bring your own mat and water with a sealable lid. All levels are welcome.
To register, visit https://bit.ly/48YCFGd. You can also register by clicking on the CivicRec link in the Connect Kingsport app or go to www.kingsporttn.gov and click on “CivicRec,” then search for “yoga” in the search bar.
For information about other events, activities and programs offered by Bays Mountain Park, visit www.baysmountain.com.
SUBJECT: KPD Searching For Runaway Male Juvenile (Update: Found Safe)
DATE: February 8th, 2024
CASE #: 24-001759
GENERAL NARRATIVE
Update: Dayton McDavid has been located safe and is no longer considered missing.
As previously released: On February 3rd, 2024, Dayton McDavid was reported to the Kingsport Police Department as a runaway juvenile by his mother. Dayton was reported to have left his residence voluntarily, but without permission from his guardian. Kingsport Detectives are asking the public for help in locating him.
Dayton is a 15-year-old white male. He is 5 feet and 9 inches tall and weighs approximately 190 pounds. He has brown hair and brown eyes.
Anyone who has any information regarding his current whereabouts is asked to call the Kingsport Central Dispatch at (423) 246-9111.
Alternatively, if an individual who is able to provide 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
MISSING PERSON INFORMATION
Name: Dayton McDavid
Age: 15
Gender/Race: Male/White
Height/Weight: 5’9″/190
Hair/Eyes: Brown/Brown
Residency: Kingsport, TN
Last Known Location: Kingsport, TN
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Johnson
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749
BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov
SUBJECT: KPD Searching For Runaway Juvenile (Update: Found Safe)
DATE: February 8th, 2024
CASE #: 24-002083
GENERAL NARRATIVE
Update: Jayden has been found safe and is no longer considered missing.
As previously released: On February 7th, 2024, Jayden Cook was reported to the Kingsport Police Department as a runaway juvenile by his father. Jayden was reported to have left his residence voluntarily, but without permission from his guardian. Kingsport Detectives are asking the public for help in locating him.
Jayden is a 14-year-old white male. He is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs approximately 115 pounds. He has black hair and green eyes. He was last seen wearing dark jogging pants, a dark hooded sweatshirt, white shoes, and a red backpack.
Anyone who has any information regarding his current whereabouts is asked to call the Kingsport Central Dispatch at (423) 246-9111.
Alternatively, if an individual who is able to provide 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
MISSING PERSON INFORMATION
Name: Jayden Cook
Age: 14
Gender/Race: Male/White
Height/Weight: 5’7″/115
Hair/Eyes: Black/Green
Residency: Kingsport, TN
Possible Clothing: Dark jogging pants, dark hooded sweatshirt,
Last Known Location: Somewhere
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Johnson
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749
BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov
SUBJECT: KPD Searching For Runaway Juvenile
DATE: February 8th, 2024
CASE #: 24-002083
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On February 7th, 2024, Jayden Cook was reported to the Kingsport Police Department as a runaway juvenile by his father. Jayden was reported to have left his residence voluntarily, but without permission from his guardian. Kingsport Detectives are asking the public for help in locating him.
Jayden is a 14-year-old white male. He is 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighs approximately 115 pounds. He has black hair and green eyes. He was last seen wearing dark jogging pants, a dark hooded sweatshirt, white shoes, and a red backpack.
Anyone who has any information regarding his current whereabouts is asked to call the Kingsport Central Dispatch at (423) 246-9111.
Alternatively, if an individual who is able to provide 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
MISSING PERSON INFORMATION
Name: Jayden Cook
Age: 14
Gender/Race: Male/White
Height/Weight: 5’7″/115
Hair/Eyes: Black/Green
Residency: Kingsport, TN
Possible Clothing: Dark jogging pants, dark hooded sweatshirt,
Last Known Location: Somewhere
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Johnson
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749
BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov
SUBJECT: KPD Looking For Runaway Juvenile
DATE: February 8th, 2024
CASE #: 24-001821
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On February 4th, 2024, Layken Johnson was reported to the Kingsport Police Department as a runaway juvenile by her grandmother. Layken was reported to have left her friend’s residence voluntarily, but without permission from her guardian. Kingsport Detectives are asking the public for help in locating him.
Layken is a 16-year-old white female. She is 5 feet, 4 inches tall and weighs approximately 120 pounds. She has black hair and brown eyes. She was last seen with a bright pink backpack.
Anyone who has any information regarding her current whereabouts is asked to call the Kingsport Central Dispatch at (423) 246-9111.
Alternatively, if an individual who is able to provide 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
MISSING PERSON INFORMATION
Name: Layken Johnson
Age: 16
Gender/Race: Female/White
Height/Weight: 5’4″/120
Hair/Eyes: Black/Brown
Residency: Kingsport TN
Other Description: Pink backpack
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Johnson
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749
BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov