☀️ Today’s Weather
Overcast skies today with a high of 86°F and a low of 67°F. There’s a 19% chance of rain — probably fine, but keep an umbrella nearby just in case.
😄 Only in Kingsport
Kingsport gets a brand-new aerial tower truck for the fire department, approves a rock quarry rezoning, and debates a new apartment complex — all in the same week. The Model City doesn’t slow down, it just adds more agenda items.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: Kingsport’s early planned-city design is often described as drawing from what city-planning ideas?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
🏗️ Kingsport Leaders Approve Rock Quarry Rezoning
Kingsport’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen recently passed a rezoning request related to a rock quarry expansion, a decision that has drawn attention from nearby residents and Sullivan County school officials in recent months. The vote also included action on a police body camera agreement. For full details on the vote and what it means for the surrounding community, see the full report.
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🏠 New Apartment Complex Being Discussed in Kingsport
A proposed new apartment development is making its way through Kingsport’s planning and approval process. The project has been advanced to the Kingsport Board of Mayor and Aldermen for consideration, with discussions ongoing about the rezoning and development details. Residents interested in the proposal are encouraged to follow the city’s public meeting schedule for updates.
🍽️ Kingsport Working to Attract New Restaurants and Retailers
City officials are actively working to bring new dining and retail options to Kingsport, according to a recent report. The effort is part of ongoing economic development initiatives aimed at growing the city’s commercial offerings for residents. More details on which types of businesses are being targeted are available at the link below.
📅 Upcoming Events
🏴☠️ 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.
😱 Smoky Mountain Terror 2026
Smoky Mountain Terror 2026 takes place August 28–30, 2026, at the Meadowview Convention Center (1901 Meadowview Parkway), Kingsport, TN — the event’s 4th annual installment. Guests will be available for photo opportunities and signings, and a major festival event called “Twilight After Dark” will feature a panel discussion with stars of the popular vampire movies, plus an adult-only after party. The convention will also include a marketplace area with vendors, collectors’ items, and artists offering original work.
🎵 Gypsy Moon Coalition @ Kingsport Moose Lodge
Gypsy Moon Coalition performs on Saturday, August 22, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM at Kingsport Moose Lodge #972.
🎵 Leo Starling Live at Kingsport Moose Lodge
Leo Starling performs live on Friday, August 28, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM at Kingsport Moose Lodge #972.
🕯️ Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer takes place on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at 6:30 PM at MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport. A second performance, Candlelight: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons, follows the same evening at 8:45 PM at the same venue.
🤝 Community Partners
🧠 Trivia Answer
Garden City and City Beautiful planning principles, which emphasized organized green spaces, broad streets, and the thoughtful separation of residential, commercial, civic, and industrial areas.