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School is back in session and summer is winding down. Yet, there’s still time this year for children to enjoy the warm weather by paying a visit to the Riverview Splash Pad.
The splash pad – located at 1101 Martin Luther Jr. Drive – is still open to the public, but it will soon be closing for the season. Note – the last day the splash pad will operate this year is Sunday, September 8.
The splash pad will be active from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. every day until then and can be turned on during these hours by rubbing the silver activator pad located on the wall between the restrooms.
“With everyone leading such busy lives, the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department just wanted to remind parents and grandparents the splash pad will be open the next couple of weekends,” said Parks and Recreation Superintendent Chassy Smiley. “So, if you have time this week, come on down and enjoy this great recreational asset.”
The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department wants to remind residents that the Centennial Park water feature will continue to operate into October before closing for the winter season.
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Kingsport Parks and Recreation is offering a brand new golfing event later this summer at Borden Park.
The event is called Birdie Ball – an adaptive game of golf that uses a special, practice ball designed to fly only about 40 yards.
Birdie Ball will be held at Borden Park on September 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Participants will play 18 holes of golf while attempting to score as low as they can. Participants will need to bring their own golf club, but any style club is allowed to play, from wedge to short irons.
The registration fee is $15 per person and the event is open to everyone ages 16 and older.
“We’re always looking to try out new and different activities for our residents, so we believe folks will be excited to try their hand at Birdie Ball,” said Program Coordinator Nate Williams. “It’s easy to learn yet challenging to master. It should be a blast for players of all ages.”
To register, visit https://bit.ly/471gK0X. 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 “birdie ball” in the search bar.
For information about other programs, activities and classes offered by the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department, visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org or call 423-229-9460.
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The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department is offering Baseball & Softball Skills and Drills courses beginning next month for children interested in learning the basics.
Classes will be held September 4 and September 18 from 5:45 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Domtar Park (1414 Riverport Road) or – in the case of rain – at the V.O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex (301 Louis Street).
During the course, children will learn the essential skills of baseball or softball, including how to throw, field and hit a ball as well as going over drills to improve speed, footwork and agility.
Note – children must be registered in the Kingsport Parks and Recreation fall 7-9 baseball or softball leagues to participate.
The registration fee is $20 per player per session. To register, visit https://bit.ly/3XcoPfV. 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 “skills and drills” in the search bar.
For information about other programs, activities and classes offered by the Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department, visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org or call 423-229-9460.
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SUBJECT: Church Hill Man Arrested For Multiple Felony Charges
DATE: August 26th, 2024
CASE #: 24-012329
GENERAL NARRATIVE
On August 19th, 2024, at approximately 12:25 am, Kingsport Police were notified of a carjacking that occurred in the area of E. Sevier Street. The victim stated that an unknown male was entering her driver’s seat as she returned to her 2008 silver Honda Accord. The male showed the victim a pistol that was in his waistband and ordered her in the car. The victim got in her car with the unknown male driving. The male drove her to East Lawn Cemetery and ordered her out of the car. The victim stated that she was not injured in the encounter and that the male never pointed the pistol at her.
Kingsport Detectives quickly identified Dystin Johnson as a suspect in the carjacking.
On August 21st, 2024, Officers located and recovered the stolen 2008 Honda Accord.
On August 25th, 2024, Kingsport Police Officers observed a white Kia Sedona in the area of Park Street that Dystin Johnson was known to drive. Officers observed Johnson exit the Kia Sedona and enter 1833 Park Street. While officers were attempting to set up a perimeter around the residence, Johnson fled from the residence on foot to Johnny Brusco’s Pizza. Johnson entered Johnny Brusco’s and stole the keys to an employee’s 2016 Hyundai Sonata and took the car. Officers pursued Johnson in the 2016 Hyundai Sonata before losing sight of him in the area of N. Eastman Road.
Surrounding agencies were notified to look for Johnson and the 2016 Hyundai Sonata. Later that day, Johnson City Police Department located the 2016 Hyundai Sonata and arrested Johnson.
Dystin Johnson is currently being held in the Washington County Jail for charges related to the pursuit.
Johnson is wanted by the Kingsport Police Department for carjacking, aggravated kidnapping, resisting arrest, evading arrest, burglary, motor vehicle theft x2,
SUSPECT INFORMATION
Name: Dystin Johnson
Age: 22
Gender/Race: Male/White
Residency: Church Hill, TN
Charges: Multiple
RELEASING OFFICER
Corporal Brandon Johnson
Kingsport Police Department Professional Standards Unit
Office (423) 229-9339, Fax (423) 343-9749
BrandonJohnson@KingsportTN.gov
No changes to the garbage/trash routes next week
City offices will be closed on Monday, September 2 for the Labor Day holiday. However, the city will not be adjusting garbage or trash routes next week.
All garbage and trash routes will run as normal during the week of September 2-6. Kingsport’s demolition landfill will be closed on September 2 and reopen September 3 on its regular schedule.
For more information about the city’s sanitation services, please visit www.kingsporttn.gov.
The Kingsport Parks and Recreation Department is offering an entry-level course next month for children interested in learning how to skateboard. Students will be guided through the fundamental techniques and safety measures essential for mastering this exciting sport.
Starting next month, the department will be offering Introduction to Skateboarding classes at the Scott Adams Memorial Skatepark (2016 Brickyard Park Drive). Classes will take place from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Monday from September 9 through September 30.
Note – the first class (September 9) will be held at the V.O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex (301 Louis Street) to allow children to get acclimated to standing on a skateboard. The remaining classes will be held at the skate park.
Participants will learn the basics of skateboarding in a friendly, safe environment. Parents are encouraged to remain onsite during the class. Bring your own skateboard if you like. Water will be provided.
The cost for the lessons is $30 for city residents and $35 for non-city residents. The lessons are open for boys and girls ages 7 to 12. The maximum number of registrants is 10.
To register for the lessons, visit https://bit.ly/3M60VfQ. 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 “skateboarding” in the search bar.
For information about other classes, programs and events from Kingsport Parks and Recreation, visit www.kingsportparksandrecreation.org.