Two Kingsport parks receive new playground equipment

The City of Kingsport is excited to announce new playground equipment has been installed at two city parks. Time for children to grab their sneakers, head outdoors and enjoy an afternoon of climbing, swinging and exploring.

The playgrounds at Riverview Park and Riverfront Park were temporarily closed last month while crews removed the old equipment in preparation for new equipment being installed. The work took less than two weeks to complete, and all of the new equipment is ready for children.

Riverview Park received a Track Rider, Vista Arc Sphere, X-pod steps and Hanging Pod Links. Riverfront Park received a new seesaw and swings, including one specifically for an adult and child to swing at the same time.

The Riverview Park equipment was funded through an $80,000 State of Tennessee Built Environment Grant.

“We’re thrilled to provide these new, state-of-the-art playground features to the community, especially the Vista Arc Sphere, which is something brand new to Kingsport,” said Parks and Recreation Manager Kitty Frazier. “It’s unique and interesting and we think the kids will love it.”

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.