☀️ Today’s Weather
Overcast skies over the Model City today — High 83°F, Low 52°F, with a 23% chance of rain.
😄 Joke of the Day
Kingsport has a park with wolves, a river trail, a carousel, and a planetarium — and yet somehow every visitor’s first question is still, “So what is there to do around here?”
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: Kingsport’s Dobyns-Bennett High School Marching Indians are one of the most decorated high school marching bands in America. How many times have they won the Bands of America Class AAA National Championship, and in what years did those victories occur?
Answer: The D-B Marching Indians have won the Bands of America Class AAA National Championship three times — in 2018, 2021, and 2022. They have also been named Grand Nationals Finalists multiple times, including a fifth finalist appearance in 2024.
🔝 Top Stories
Kingsport BOE Vice Chair Melissa Woods Speaks Out on School Vouchers
Kingsport Board of Education Vice Chair Melissa Woods appeared on Tri-Cities This Week to discuss Tennessee’s ongoing school voucher debate and the Kingsport BOE’s longstanding opposition to the legislation. Woods has previously raised concerns that the voucher program does not create a level playing field between public and private schools, and that questions remain about accountability and oversight of public funds directed to private institutions. Residents can watch the full segment for her latest remarks on how the law may impact Kingsport City Schools.
Sullivan County Kicks Off America’s 250th Anniversary Celebration
Sullivan County recently launched its official commemoration of America’s 250th anniversary, highlighting the region’s deep roots in the founding era of the United States. The county’s connection to early American history — including the significance of sites like Rocky Mount State Historic Site, which once served as the capital of the Southwest Territory in the 1790s — makes it a meaningful participant in the national semiquincentennial. Residents are encouraged to follow local coverage for details on upcoming events tied to the celebration.
Read more at Kingsport Times News
Sullivan Commissioners Continue Scrutiny of New Jail Design and Construction
Sullivan County commissioners met again to press design and construction officials with questions about the ongoing new jail project. The multi-million-dollar facility has been a long-running topic of debate in the county, with officials working to address decades of overcrowding at the current Sullivan County Jail. Check the link below for the latest details from the commissioners’ meeting.
Read more at Kingsport Times News
Comedians Heading to Kingsport for BrewHaHa
The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce’s popular BrewHaHa event is returning, and this year it’s bringing comedians along with the craft beer, pizza, and laughs that locals have come to expect. The annual event is one of the Chamber’s signature community gatherings, drawing crowds for a fun evening of entertainment. Visit the link below for full details on lineup, tickets, and timing.
Hobby Horse Derby Returning to Allandale Mansion
The beloved Hobby Horse Derby is making its return to Allandale Mansion, one of Kingsport’s most cherished historic landmarks. The event offers family-friendly fun at the scenic 25-acre estate that has been a fixture of Kingsport community life for decades. Head to the link below for event date, time, and registration details.
📅 Upcoming Events
🍴 Taste of Small Business Kingsport
Monday, April 20, 2026 | 5:00–7:30 PM
MeadowView Convention Center
Sample bites from over 20 local restaurants, meet the owners, and enter to win door prize giveaways. Tickets are $30/person in advance (non-refundable) or $40 cash at the door if not sold out. All proceeds go to the participating small business restaurants. Tickets are available at most participating restaurants.