☀️ Today’s Weather
Overcast skies today with a high of 87°F and a low of 67°F — a 22% chance of rain, so you might want to keep an umbrella handy.
😄 Only in Kingsport
NCG Cinema closes for renovations and suddenly half of Kingsport remembers they’ve been meaning to check out the new IMAX theater anyway.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: What downtown park was created to celebrate Kingsport’s 100th anniversary?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
🔥 Scrap Yard Fire Brings Multiple Agencies to North John B. Dennis Highway
A fire broke out on August 19 at TAS Pick-A-Part And Recycling Center on North John B. Dennis Highway, sending multiple agencies to the scene. Approximately 30 scrapped vehicles were on fire when crews arrived, and no injuries were reported. The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the cause of the fire.
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🎬 NCG Cinema Kingsport Temporarily Closes for Renovations
NCG Cinema in Kingsport has temporarily closed its doors as full renovations get underway at the theater. Company representatives confirmed the remodeling is in progress, though no timeline for reopening was specified. Movie fans looking for their next big-screen fix may want to keep an eye on NCG’s website for updates.
🚒 Kingsport Fire Department Releases 2025 Annual Report
The Kingsport Fire Department has recently released its annual report covering 2025 operations. The report offers residents a look at the department’s activities and performance over the past year. Visit the link below for full details from the KFD.
🏛️ Passing the Baton: Incoming & Outgoing Kingsport BMA Members Discuss Strategic Plan
Incoming and outgoing members of Kingsport’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen recently sat down to discuss the city’s strategic plan as leadership transitions take place. The conversation highlighted priorities and goals being carried forward by the new board. For the full details on what’s shaping Kingsport’s future direction, see the link below.
🏋️ Warrior’s Path Fire Department Receives Grant
The Warrior’s Path Fire Department has recently been awarded grant funding, according to a report from HVBC Group. Additional details about the grant amount and intended use were not available in the headline. Residents can follow the link below for the full story.
📅 Upcoming Events
Event details are pulled from public listings and can change. Please confirm dates and times on the official event page before making plans.
🎉 Party at the Park
Date: August 21, 2026
Kingsport is hosting a Party at the Park event tomorrow. Check the city’s official channels for location details and the full schedule.
🏴☠️ Peter Pan — FHG Productions
August 14–23, 2026 | Fridays & Saturdays at 7:00 PM, Sundays at 3:00 PM
Sensory-friendly show: Saturday, August 22 at 2:00 PM
2152 Hawthorne St, Kingsport
FHG Productions brings the classic tale of Peter Pan to the stage, with pirates, pixie dust, and Neverland adventure for the whole family.
🛍️ TUAC Kids Consignment Fall & Winter Pop Up Event
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM
Location: TNT Sportsplex, Kingsport
A fall and winter kids consignment pop-up event is coming to TNT Sportsplex in Kingsport. This is a great opportunity to find seasonal children’s clothing and gear.
👻 Smoky Mountain Terror 2026
Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Location: 1901 Meadowview Parkway, Kingsport, TN 37660
Smoky Mountain Terror 2026 is coming to Kingsport at the end of August. Visit the link below for full event details and ticketing information.
👰 The Pink Bride Wedding and Women’s Expo — Tri-Cities
Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
The Pink Bride Wedding and Women’s Expo is coming to the MeadowView in Kingsport this September. Visit the link below for more information.
📚 Tennessee Lit Con 2026
Date: Friday, September 25, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
Tennessee Lit Con 2026 comes to Kingsport this fall at the MeadowView. Visit the link below for full details.
🍂 Folkfest Fall Shindig
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Location: 140 Broad Street, Kingsport, TN 37660
The Folkfest Fall Shindig heads to downtown Kingsport this September. Visit the link below for additional event information.
🎃 Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026 | 8:45 PM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
A candlelight Halloween concert experience is coming to the MeadowView in Kingsport this October. Visit the link below for ticketing and details.
🤝 Community Partners
🧠 Trivia Answer
Centennial Park, developed to mark the city’s centennial in 2017 and serve as a lasting public green space in the heart of downtown Kingsport.