☀️ Today’s Weather
Overcast with a high of 85°F and a low of 51°F — no rain expected today.
😄 Only in Kingsport
Kingsport has a world-class chemical company, a park with wolves and a planetarium, and a downtown carousel — and somehow the biggest local debate is still about which road to take to get across Stone Drive.
🧠 Trivia Q&A
Question: What phrase is often used locally to describe the civic pride and cooperation behind Kingsport’s development?
Answer at the bottom of today’s newsletter.
🔝 Top Stories
🔍 Kingsport Police Seek Two Persons of Interest in Death Investigation
The Kingsport Police Department is searching for two men as part of a death investigation. Dusty J. Begley and Billy R. Mason are considered persons of interest, police said. They are known to frequent the downtown, Bloomingdale, and Lynn Garden areas of Kingsport. Anyone with information is asked to call the KPD at 423-229-9429 or message the department on Facebook.
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⛽ High Diesel Prices Hit Tri-Cities Municipalities
Municipalities across the Tri-Cities region, including Kingsport, are feeling the financial strain of elevated diesel prices. The rising fuel costs are impacting local government operations and budgets. Visit the link below for the full report on how local governments are responding.
🏕️ Kingsport Fall Break Camp: Games, Crafts, and More
The City of Kingsport is offering a Fall Break Camp for the upcoming school break, featuring a week filled with games, crafts, and other activities. The program gives local kids a fun and engaging option while school is out. Visit the city’s website for registration details and more information.
🧘 Bays Mountain Park Offering Scenic Planetarium Yoga
Bays Mountain Park has partnered with a local yoga instructor to offer a Scenic Planetarium Yoga class to the community. The 40-minute class will take place in the planetarium theater on October 2 beginning at 10 a.m., where participants will be surrounded by views of nature while moving through a series of yoga poses. It’s a uniquely Kingsport way to start a Friday morning.
👮 Kingsport Regional Planning Commission Called Business Meeting
The Kingsport Regional Planning Commission will conduct an open, public, called business meeting on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Residents interested in local planning and development matters are encouraged to attend. Check the city’s official website for agenda details and meeting location.
📅 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.
🛒 Mercantile Vendor Market – Fall Market
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026 | 3:30 PM
Location: Kingsport Farmers Market
A fall vendor market featuring local makers and merchants at the Kingsport Farmers Market.
🎸 Larry Fleet Live at Niswonger PAC
Date: Friday, October 2, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Kingsport
Country artist Larry Fleet performs live at the Niswonger PAC.
More info at kingsportchamber.org
🎵 Tri-Cities Music for Seniors – FREE Daytime Concert with Pistol Creek COD
Date: Wednesday, October 7, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Location: Greater Kingsport Family YMCA
A free daytime concert performance held for seniors in the Tri-Cities area.
🚗 Haunted Hot-Rods Car Show
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Location: Kingsport Farmers Market
The Haunted Hot-Rods Car Show features classic cars, a costume contest, games, prizes, music, and family-friendly Halloween fun.
More info at kingsportchamber.org
🎤 John Foster Live at Niswonger PAC
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026 | 7:30 PM
Location: Niswonger Performing Arts Center, Kingsport
American Idol alum John Foster performs live at the Niswonger PAC.
More info at kingsportchamber.org
🤘 Stryper Live at MeadowView
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026 | 6:00 PM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
Christian rock band Stryper takes the stage at MeadowView in Kingsport.
🎨 Art That Moves Us Soirée
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 4:00 PM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
An arts soirée event celebrating the local creative community.
🫖 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.
🎃 Witches Night Out Fundraising Event
Date: Friday, October 23, 2026 | 5:00 PM
Location: Downtown Kingsport
A Halloween-themed fundraising event taking place in Downtown Kingsport.
🕯️ 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 at MeadowView. Tickets start at $33.
🕯️ Candlelight: Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Date: Friday, October 30, 2026 | 6:30 PM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
A candlelight concert tribute to Fleetwood Mac performed live at MeadowView. Tickets start at $33.
🎃 Trick or Treat on the Street
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Location: Downtown Kingsport
A family-friendly Halloween trick-or-treating event held in Downtown Kingsport.
🏃 Haunted Half Marathon
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:30 AM
Location: Kingsport (Visit Kingsport)
A Halloween-themed half marathon race organized through Visit Kingsport.
More info at visitkingsport.com
🎄 The Christmas Connection! 2026
Date: Friday, November 13, 2026 | 12:00 PM
Location: MeadowView Conference Resort & Convention Center, Kingsport
A Christmas market and shopping event returning to MeadowView for the holiday season.
🤝 Community Partners
🧠 Trivia Answer
The Kingsport Spirit, a phrase that captures the sense of community investment and collaborative effort that has defined the city’s identity since its early planned development.