☀️ Today’s Weather
Overcast skies with a high of 86°F and a low of 55°F. Zero percent chance of rain.
😄 Only in Kingsport
Kingsport has added a “Flock Transparency” page to its police website. Only in Kingsport do residents get a dedicated web page explaining the cameras watching their commute — and still manage to debate it at the Farmers Market on a Saturday morning.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: That giant buffalo carving at the carousel can seat how many children and adults?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
🏘️ Brickyard Village Grand Opening Set for October 10
The former brick plant in Kingsport is being transformed into Brickyard Village and Park with new homes and spaces. The grand opening will be October 10 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Brickyard Park Drive. The development is expected to cost around $140 million to build out, with the first phase consisting of 32 single-family houses, along with proposed townhomes, more single-family units, and potentially apartments.
Sponsored by
Two Downtown Kingsport Office Suites, $515 a Month
Starting a business or ready to move out of the spare bedroom? 57 Investments has two 300 sq. ft. suites open at 117 Broad Street, ready for you to move in now. Each one rents for $515 a month with flexible lease terms, and if you need more room, lease both together at a discounted rate. The building dates to 1916, and the suites keep its original wood floors and exposed brick. There’s no elevator, but a chairlift carries you and your clients to the second floor.
You’ll be working alongside nine other businesses upstairs, from attorneys to a barbershop to a music school, all of them small and all of them looking out for each other. Start small, stay as long as you like, and when it’s time to expand, there’s room to grow without leaving the building.
🏠 Kingsport Planning Commission to Consider New Housing Development
A new housing development is under construction near Bancroft Chapel Road in Kingsport. The development, called Bancroft Hills, will include 34 single-family units with a new road to access them and standard utilities. The submission has received positive recommendations from all city departments, and once approved, the developer will be able to sell lots and proceed with homebuilders to start construction.
🎓 Kingsport and ETSU Expand GEAR UP Partnership
Kingsport City Schools and East Tennessee State University are entering year two of their GEAR UP partnership, a program designed to help students prepare for life after high school. The program follows seventh and eighth graders through the next six years, connecting them with resources for college, trade certifications, or career training. Organizers say the goal is to help every student find a path they’re passionate about and build a plan to get there.
🚒 Firefighter Details I-26 Crash That Injured 4 First Responders
A Kingsport firefighter has spoken out about the crash on Interstate 26 that injured four first responders while they were working an earlier accident scene. The incident drew widespread attention to the dangers first responders face on Tennessee highways. All four injured members have since been released from the hospital.
🚗 Tree Fall Sends Pickup Truck Airborne Near Kingsport, 2 Injured
Two people were injured near Kingsport after a tree fell and sent a pickup truck airborne, according to the Tennessee Highway Patrol. The incident prompted a THP response to the scene. Details on the conditions of those injured were not immediately available.
🔍 Kingsport Police Seek Persons of Interest in Death Investigation
Kingsport police are seeking two persons of interest in connection with an ongoing death investigation. The case remains active and authorities are asking for the public’s assistance. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Kingsport police.
📅 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.
🛹 Autumn Skate and Bike Event
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Scott Adams Memorial Skatepark, 2016 Brickyard Park Drive, Kingsport
A free, all-ages afternoon of skating and biking open to beginners and pros alike. Skateboards, bikes, scooters, and inline skates are all welcome. The event features a food truck, games, music, and prizes.
🌿 Scenic Planetarium Yoga at Bays Mountain Park
Date: Friday, October 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM
Location: Bays Mountain Park Planetarium, Kingsport
Bays Mountain Park has partnered with a local yoga instructor to offer a Scenic Planetarium Yoga class. The 40-minute class takes place in the planetarium theater where participants are surrounded by views of nature while moving through a series of yoga poses.
🎃 Haunted Hot-Rods Car Show at the Kingsport Farmers Market
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Location: Kingsport Farmers Market
The event features classic cars, a costume contest, games, prizes, music, and family-friendly Halloween fun.
More info at kingsportchamber.org
🔨 #MadeInKingsport 2026
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Location: The Inventor Center, Kingsport
A local maker showcase celebrating creativity and craftsmanship in the Kingsport community.
🏠 Brickyard Village Grand Opening
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Brickyard Park Drive, Kingsport
The grand opening celebration includes home and lot tours, food trucks, giveaways, and a $500 grand raffle prize for Lowe’s Home Improvement.
More info at brickyardvillage.com
🧙♀️ Witches Night Out Fundraising Event
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026 | 5:00 PM
Location: Downtown Kingsport
A Halloween-themed fundraising event taking place in the heart of downtown Kingsport.
🫖 A Harvest Afternoon Tea at the Historic Netherland Inn
Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
The Historic Netherland Inn, 2144 Netherland Inn Road, Kingsport
It’s tea time! Wear your fanciest hat and pearls, or come as you are. Tickets are $45 per person. Seating is limited to 50 and sells out quickly.
Reserve at netherlandinnhistoricsite.com, or mail a check payable to The Netherland Inn to Jan Mather, 3584 Crest Rd., Kingsport, TN 37664.
Questions? Call or text Jan Mather at (423) 276-6200 or email jcmath01@gmail.com.
🎃 Boo Fest at the Kingsport Farmers Market
Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 11:00 AM
Location: Kingsport Farmers Market
A Halloween-themed festival at the Kingsport Farmers Market, drawing hundreds of interested attendees.
🕯️ Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026 | 8:45 PM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
A candlelight concert experience featuring Halloween classic music performed live. Tickets available online.
👻 Trick or Treat on the Street
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Location: Downtown Kingsport
A Halloween trick-or-treat event for families held in downtown Kingsport.
🏃 Haunted Half Marathon
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:30 AM
Location: Visit Kingsport, 400 Clinchfield St, Kingsport
A Halloween-themed half marathon event based in Kingsport, with over 1,200 people showing interest.
🤝 Community Partners
🧠 Trivia Answer
Five children and two adults, making it an interactive piece of art as well as a photo opportunity for carousel visitors.