☀️ Today’s Weather
Rain expected today with a high of 87°F and low of 65°F — 29% chance of rain. Keep an umbrella handy, Kingsport!
😄 Only in Kingsport
The Axmen just punched their ticket to the Appalachian League Championship Game, and somehow the Carousel is simultaneously celebrating Christmas in July. Only in Kingsport do you get pennant races and fake snow on the same afternoon.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: Where are many of Kingsport’s historic photographs, documents, and local records preserved?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
⚾ Axmen Punch Ticket to Appalachian League Championship Game
The Kingsport Axmen have clinched their spot in the Appalachian League Championship Game after defeating the Johnson City Doughboys to win the West Division title. It is a significant milestone for the club, who now advance to face the East Division champions for the league title. Axmen fans will want to follow along as postseason play continues.
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🌳 Kingsport Celebrates National Park and Rec Month with First-Ever Party in the Park
Kingsport marked National Park and Recreation Month with its first-ever “Party in the Park” event, drawing community members together to celebrate local parks and recreation offerings. The inaugural event highlights the city’s ongoing commitment to outdoor spaces and community programming. Details on future events can be found through the city’s Parks and Recreation department.
🏈 Kingsport Native Jack Browder Wins Fifth Year of Division I Eligibility
Kingsport native Jack Browder has been granted a fifth year of Division I college eligibility through a temporary injunction, a notable legal and athletic victory for the local athlete. The ruling allows Browder to continue his college career beyond what would have been his final season. Follow the story for updates as the legal situation develops.
📅 Upcoming Events
🛹 Intro to Skate — Kingsport Parks and Recreation
Kingsport Parks and Recreation is offering an entry-level skateboarding course this August for children interested in learning how to skateboard. Session dates: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM and Friday, August 28, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Students will be guided through fundamental techniques and safety measures.
🚶 Inclusive Walking Club — Kingsport Parks and Recreation
Kingsport Parks and Recreation has launched a new Inclusive Walking Club for the community, aimed at encouraging health and wellness while exploring a different city park each week. This is a great opportunity to stay active and connect with neighbors outdoors. Visit the city’s website for schedule details and how to participate.
🚗 5th Annual Meals on Wheels Cruise In
The 5th Annual Meals on Wheels Cruise In is scheduled for Saturday, August 8, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM at the Toy F. Reid Employee Center in Kingsport. The event benefits the Meals on Wheels program. Visit local event listings for full details on registration and participation.
🎵 Gypsy Moon Coalition @ Kingsport Moose Lodge
Gypsy Moon Coalition will perform live at the Kingsport Moose Lodge #972 on Saturday, August 22, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM. Head to the Moose Lodge for a night of live music.
🍔 August Final Friday Food Truck Rally — Downtown Kingsport
The August Final Friday Food Truck Rally is set for Friday, August 28, 2026, starting at 5:00 PM in Downtown Kingsport. It’s a monthly tradition bringing food lovers together in the heart of downtown to sample offerings from a variety of local food trucks.
🎸 Stryper Live at MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center
Rock band Stryper is scheduled to perform on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center in Kingsport. Visit local ticketing platforms for ticket information.
🤝 Community Partners
🧠 Trivia Answer
Kingsport Archives, which serves as the repository for the city’s historical photographs, documents, and records and supports research into Kingsport’s past.