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Wildlife painting workshop explores predators and prey
City News
Discover new approaches and techniques for painting wildlife in the latest painting workshop from international master wildlife artist Suzanne Barrett Justis.
The three-day workshop – titled “Predator & Prey”- will take place May…

Kingsport finances receive clean audit
City News
Kingsport’s finances received a clean bill of health last year with auditors finding no significant deficiencies or instances of noncompliance.
City finance officials last month presented the Board of Mayor and Aldermen with an overview…

Kingsport hosting “glow in the dark” kickball event
City News
Kingsport Parks and Recreation is hosting a glow-in-the-dark kickball event February 11 at the Lynn View Community Center (257 Walker Street).
Families are encouraged to come out from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Feb. 11 and enjoy a fun-filled…

Time to make a difference in your hometown
City News
Volunteering is the act of freely giving your time and labor for the betterment of others. You gain a sense of pride and purpose when you volunteer, it can make a difference in other people’s lives, and it strengthens the bonds between you…

Contractor making good progress on Riverbend Park
City News
Work is ongoing for Riverbend Park - a new 24-acre park along the South Fork of the Holston River – with the first phase expected to be complete by summertime.
This first phase of the project includes a half-mile, granite walking trail…

Bays Mountain Park saddened by passing of Unalii
City News
Bays Mountain Park is sad to announce the death of one of its wolves, Unalii.
Unalii passed away in his enclosure the morning of January 29. The cause of death is currently under review by veterinarian staff at the University of Tennessee…