☀️ Today’s Weather
Sunday, June 21, 2026 — Overcast. High 89°F, Low 61°F. 2% chance of rain.
😄 Only in Kingsport
Fun Fest is still a month away and people are already debating whether to walk or drive to J. Fred Johnson Stadium — as if Kingsport traffic has ever once been predictable during a concert night.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: The first Fun Fest ran from August 8 through what date in 1981?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
Storm Damage Seen Across the Tri-Cities
Residents across the Tri-Cities region, including Kingsport and surrounding areas, shared photos of storm damage following recent severe weather. Reports included downed trees, uprooted root systems, and property damage across multiple communities. Kingsport Public Works crews have been responding to fallen tree reports on a first-come, first-served basis and asked residents to be patient as they work through the backlog.
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Read more at Kingsport Times News
📅 Upcoming Events
Fun Fest 2026 – Block Party Weekend
Dates: July 10–12, 2026
Location: Various locations, Kingsport, TN
Block Party Weekend serves as the pre-kickoff to Kingsport’s signature Fun Fest festival. Block parties can be private neighborhood gatherings or public events open to all. The main Fun Fest festival runs July 18–26, featuring the Crazy 8s 8K, hot air balloons, a parade, and the Sunset Concert Series.
Fun Fest Sunset Concert Series – Daughtry and Jeremy Camp
Date/Time: Friday, July 24, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Location: J. Fred Johnson Stadium, Kingsport, TN
Daughtry and Jeremy Camp are set to headline one evening of the Fun Fest Sunset Concert Series at J. Fred Johnson Stadium. The annual concert series is one of the highlights of Kingsport’s beloved Fun Fest festival each July.
Fun Fest Sunset Concert Series – LeAnn Rimes and Brothers Osborne
Date/Time: Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Location: J. Fred Johnson Stadium, Kingsport, TN
LeAnn Rimes and Brothers Osborne will headline the second night of the Fun Fest Sunset Concert Series. The concerts are held at J. Fred Johnson Stadium and are among the most popular events of the entire festival week.
🤝 Community Partners
🧠 Trivia Answer
August 15, giving the inaugural festival a full week of community events, entertainment, and activities.