☀️ Today’s Weather
Drizzle today with a high of 83°F and a low of 70°F — 59% chance of rain, so keep an umbrella handy.
😄 Only in Kingsport
Kingsport is about to get its own IMAX theater the same week Fun Fest kicks off. If you needed any more proof that July is the Model City’s unofficial month, there it is.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: What city-planning influences helped shape Kingsport’s trees, sidewalks, parks, and organized neighborhoods?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
Former Kingsport PTO Officer Indicted for Theft
A former officer with a Kingsport PTO has been indicted on theft charges, according to reports from WJHL and WCYB. The individual faces two counts of theft over $2,500. Further details on the case, including the school involved and the accused’s identity, are available at the links below.
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State Route 93 in Sullivan Gardens to Close July 17–20
Drivers in the Sullivan Gardens area of Kingsport should plan ahead for an upcoming road closure. State Route 93 in Sullivan Gardens is scheduled to be closed from July 17 through July 20. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes during that period.
Read more at Kingsport Times News
📅 Upcoming Events
Twilight Alive featuring Departure: The Journey Tribute Band
Date/Time: Friday, July 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Location: Broad Street, Kingsport, TN
Twilight Alive featuring Departure: The Journey Tribute Band is happening on Friday, July 10, 2026 from 7:00 PM onwards at Broad St, Kingsport, TN.
Fun Fest Block Party Weekend
Dates: July 10–12, 2026
Location: Locations across Kingsport
Block Party Weekend is the pre-kickoff of Fun Fest, with dates set for July 10th, 11th, and 12th. Parties can be a private neighborhood gathering of friends or a public party anyone can attend, or anything in between! Visit funfest.net for details on how to find or host a block party near you.
Scenic Planetarium Yoga at Bays Mountain Park
Date/Time: Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Location: 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd, Kingsport, TN
Scenic Planetarium Yoga is happening on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 10:00 AM onwards at 853 Bays Mountain Park Rd, Kingsport, TN. For tickets and further details, visit the event listing.
Cars & Coffee – Event #4
Date/Time: Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Location: 321 W Market St, Kingsport, TN
Cars & Coffee – Event #4 is happening on Saturday, July 11, 2026 from 8:00 AM onwards at 321 W Market St, Kingsport, TN.
Fun Fest – Kingsport’s 9-Day Summer Festival
Dates: July 17–25, 2026
Location: Locations across Kingsport; Sunset Concert Series at J. Fred Johnson Stadium
Fun Fest is an annual 9-day festival featuring 80+ events in 30+ locations around Kingsport, TN, taking place July 17–25, 2026, with the majority of events free and open to the public. This year’s Sunset Concert Series at J. Fred Johnson Stadium features Jeremy Camp and Katy Nichole (July 23), Daughtry and Switchfoot (July 24), and LeAnn Rimes and Brothers Osborne (July 25). The Fun Fest Parade takes place on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM in Downtown Kingsport.
Kingsport IMAX Grand Opening – NCG Cinema at Fort Henry Mall
Date: July 16, 2026
Location: Fort Henry Mall, Kingsport, TN
Kingsport’s own IMAX theater will officially open on July 16, according to a recent release. The opening is timed to coincide with the release of the movie The Odyssey, which was filmed entirely on IMAX cameras. Visit NCG Cinemas’ Kingsport page for showtimes and ticketing information.
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🧠 Trivia Answer
City Beautiful and Garden City planning influences, which prioritized green spaces, tree-lined streets, and thoughtfully organized residential and commercial areas.