☀️ Today’s Weather
Heavy rain today with a high of 86°F and a low of 66°F — 47% chance of rain. Keep an umbrella handy, Kingsport.
😄 Only in Kingsport
The Holston River runs right through Kingsport, and yet somehow it still manages to make news about what’s going into it a few times a year. Locals have gotten very good at telling the difference between a foam event and a chemical event, which is probably not a skill most people expected to develop.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: Kingsport’s original planned layout organized areas for homes, churches, commerce, and what major economic function?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
⚠️ Foam Released Into South Fork of the Holston River in Kingsport
A small amount of foam was recently released into the South Fork of the Holston River in Kingsport, according to local reports. Authorities have been notified and the incident is being monitored. Residents with questions or concerns are encouraged to follow updates from local officials.
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🏫 Kingsport Schools Moving Forward on New Lynn Garden Elementary
Kingsport City Schools continues to advance plans for a new elementary school in the Lynn Garden neighborhood. The project represents a significant investment in the city’s educational infrastructure on the west side of town. Residents can follow the link below for the latest details on the timeline and progress.
⛈️ Power Outages Reported After Severe Weather Hits Kingsport and Colonial Heights
Severe storms swept through the Kingsport and Colonial Heights area, knocking out power for a number of residents. The storms prompted response from local utilities working to restore service. Residents are encouraged to check with their utility provider for restoration updates.
✈️ Breeze Airways to Halt Washington D.C. Flight Later This Year
Breeze Airways has announced it will discontinue its Washington, D.C. route from the Tri-Cities area later this year, according to local reports. The change will affect travelers who rely on that direct connection for business and leisure travel. Passengers with upcoming bookings on that route are advised to make alternate arrangements.
📅 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.
🍷 Downtown Kingsport Whiskey & Wine Social
Friday, August 14, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
240 E Main St, Kingsport, TN
Downtown Kingsport Association’s Whiskey & Wine Social returns to raise a glass and support downtown Kingsport. For full details, visit the Downtown Kingsport Association.
More info at Downtown Kingsport
🏴☠️ 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.
☕ Cars & Coffee — Event #5
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | 8:00 AM
321 W Market St, Kingsport, TN
Car enthusiasts are invited to gather for the fifth Cars & Coffee event of the season in downtown Kingsport. For full details, check the event listing.
🌅 Kingsport’s Summer Send Off
Saturday, August 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM
Kingsport Farmers Market, Kingsport, TN
Head to the Kingsport Farmers Market for a community Summer Send Off celebration. For full details, check the event listing.
👻 Smoky Mountain Terror 2026
August 28–30, 2026 | Starting at 3:00 PM on Friday, August 28
1901 Meadowview Parkway, Kingsport, TN
Smoky Mountain Terror 2026 is a horror convention returning to the Meadowview Convention Center for its 4th annual installment. The event features guest appearances, a marketplace with vendors and artists, and special panels and after-party programming.
👗 TUAC Kids Consignment Fall & Winter Pop Up Event
Thursday, August 27, 2026 | 9:00 AM
TNT Sportsplex, Kingsport, TN
Stock up on fall and winter clothing and gear for kids at this seasonal consignment pop-up event. For full details, check the event listing.
🤝 Community Partners
🧠 Trivia Answer
Industry, with Kingsport’s early plan deliberately separating industrial operations from residential neighborhoods in a way that was considered a model of modern urban planning.