☀️ Today’s Weather
Mainly clear skies over the Model City today. High of 82°F, low of 60°F, with a 0% chance of rain — a beautiful late-July day in Kingsport.
😄 Only in Kingsport
The Kingsport Axmen clinched the Appalachian League West Division title on the same day Giuseppe’s announced it’s coming back under new ownership. In what other city does a baseball championship and a beloved restaurant resurrection happen on the same Wednesday?
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: The Netherland Inn overlooks which river?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
Kingsport Axmen Clinch Appalachian League West Division Title
The Kingsport Axmen have clinched the West Division of the Appalachian League despite falling in their most recent game. The division title marks a significant milestone for the team’s 2026 season and sets the stage for playoff competition ahead.
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Newly Renovated Kingsport Senior Center Holds Open House
The Kingsport Senior Center recently held an open house to showcase its newly renovated offices and programming space. The event gave community members a look at the updated facility, which is part of the Kingsport Renaissance center.
Giuseppe’s to Reopen Under New Ownership
The beloved local Italian restaurant Giuseppe’s, which closed earlier this year after nearly four decades, is set to reopen under new ownership. Fans of the Kingsport dining staple will have a chance to enjoy the restaurant again as new proprietors step in to carry on its legacy.
Kingsport Sees Improvement in Crime Numbers
Kingsport is reporting improvement in its crime statistics, according to a recently released local report. The news comes as the Kingsport Police Department has been actively engaging the community through outreach efforts and its 2026 citizen survey.
📅 Upcoming Events
Final Friday Food Truck Rally — Downtown Kingsport
Date/Time: Friday, July 31, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: City parking lot on Cherokee and Cumberland Streets, Downtown Kingsport
Food trucks will be set up in the downtown parking lot for the monthly Final Friday Food Truck Rally. Stop by for a variety of food options in the heart of downtown.
More info at Downtown Kingsport Association
Sunday Morning Run/Walk — Downtown Kingsport
Date/Time: Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Downtown Kingsport
Join the weekly Sunday morning run and walk group in downtown Kingsport. All distances and paces are welcome.
More info at Downtown Kingsport Association
Homegrown Tomato Fest — Kingsport Farmers Market
Date/Time: Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Kingsport Farmers Market, 308 Clinchfield St, Kingsport
The Kingsport Farmers Market is celebrating National Farmers Market Week with its annual Homegrown Tomato Fest, now in its 22nd year. Come out and enjoy a local summertime tradition.
5th Annual Meals on Wheels Cruise In
Date/Time: Saturday, August 8, 2026 | 8:00 AM
Location: Toy F. Reid Employee Center, Kingsport, TN
The 5th Annual Meals on Wheels Cruise In returns to the Toy F. Reid Employee Center in Kingsport. Visit local event listings for full details on this charity cruise event.
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🧠 Trivia Answer
The South Fork Holston River, which flows past the inn and was a key transportation route for early settlers heading westward.