Attractions

• Allandale Mansion

  Allandale Mansion was the home of Ruth and Harvey Brooks, who left the beautiful mansion to the City of Kingsport with the instructions that it "shall be open to the public and held for public use and benefit." It most certainly is.

  http://www.allandalemansion.com

• Barter Theatre

  Barter Theatre began in 1933 with one man's idea to have patrons pay with produce and has grown today into a year-round theatre with more than 160,000 visitors each year. Famous Barter Alumni include: Gregory Peck, Patricia Neal, and Wayne Knight.

  http://www.bartertheatre.com/

• Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium

  Located in beautiful Kingsport, Tennessee, this 3500 acre nature preserve features a 44 acre lake, Nature Center, Farmstead Museum, and a spectacular Planetarium Theater with a 40 foot diameter dome.

  http://www.baysmountain.com

• Bristol Motor Speedway

  Bristol is among the most popular tracks in NASCAR due to its distinct features that include extraordinarily steep banking, an all concrete surface, two pit roads and amphitheater-like seating. The Sharpie 500 Sprint Cup is NASCAR's most popular race!

  http://www.bristolmotorspeedway.com/

• Cattails at MeadowView

  Cattails at MeadowView, a Denis Griffiths design, originally opened in 1998 and has quickly become recognized as one of the top golf courses in a Tennessee region that was recently named the second best golf city in America by Golf Digest magazine.

  http://www.cattailsgolf.com/

• Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail

  One of the nation's most historic routes, the Daniel Boone Wilderness Trail was blazed by the legendary frontiersman in 1775 from Long Island of the Holston at what is now Kingsport, TN, through the Cumberland Gap of Virginia and into Kentucky.

  http://www.danielboonetrail.com/

• Fun Fest

  Kingsport's popular summer festival - FUN FEST, draws thousands of fun-seekers and tourists for a week long celebration of community events, balloons, parades, contests and live concerts featuring today's most entertaining performers.

  http://visitkingsport.com/funfest/

• Kingsport Art Guild

  The Kingsport Art Guild is a nonprofit organization founded in 1949. An important part of the cultural life of Kingsport, the Guild is comprised of nearly 100 community artists.

  http://www.kingsportartguild.org/6401.html

• Kingsport Ballet

  Kingsport Ballet is known in the southeast as a premiere classical ballet school and company, specializing in full-length ballets. The company performs in venues throughout the Tri-Cities, and hosts guest artists from around the world.

  http://www.kingsportballet.org/

• Kingsport Greenbelt

  The Kingsport Greenbelt is a linear park that connects residential neighborhoods, traditional parks, downtown, commercial districts, schools and activity centers. A special feature of this unique park is a top tier pathway for pedestrian and bicycle use.

  http://www.kingsportgreenbelt.com/

• Netherland Inn and Boatyard Complex

  The Netherland Inn is the nation's only registered historical site which was both a stage stop and a boatyard. The restored Netherland Inn and section of the Old Boatyard are a great place to visit and learn the history of the region.

  http://www.netherlandinn.com

• Warriors Path State Park

  The 950-acre area was acquired from the Tennessee Valley Authority is 1952, to serve the people who live in or visit this section of Northeast Tennessee. It is situated on the shores of TVA's Patrick Henry Reservoir on the Holston River.

  http://state.tn.us/environment/parks/WarriorsPath/

Business Organizations

• Convention & Visitors Bureau

  Whether in town for business or pleasure, Kingsport is proud to provide some of the most welcoming accommodations in the country.

  http://www.visitkingsport.com/index.html

• Downtown Kingsport Association

  DKA is a private, non-profit membership organization dedicated to the revitalization of Downtown Kingsport. Our purpose is to promote Downtown Kingsport as being the heart of our community.

  http://www.downtownkingsport.org/

• Kingsport Tomorrow

  Civic organization working to improve the community through citizen participation in determining its future. Sponsors civic events and volunteer activities.

  http://www.kingsporttomorrow.org/

• NETWORKS- Sullivan County Partnership

  NETWORKS-Sullivan Partnership is the economic development organization for Sullivan County and its municipal sectors of Bluff City, Bristol and Kingsport. Our primary mission is promoting the creation of new jobs for the residents of the county.

  http://www.networkstn.com/index.php

• Tennessee Chamber of Commerce

  The Tennessee Chamber of Commerce & Industry is the state chamber of commerce and the state manufacturers' association. We work to make your business a success by advocating for you in the State Capitol and by providing you with access to knowledge and se

  http://tnchamber.org/

• U.S. Chamber of Commerce

  The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation representing more than three million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region.

  http://www.uschamber.com/default

Community Information

• Farmer's Market

  Downtown Farmer's Market, offering fresh, locally grown produce at the former Quebeccor building parking lot, corner of Center and Clinchfield streets.

  http://kingsporttn.gov/kingsport-farmers-market

• Kingsport Deals

  Every week, the dedicated deal finders bring you the best opportunities for saving money in Kingsport, TN. Plus, they offer a valuable monthly prize, known as the Big Deal Give-Away!

  http://www.KingsportDeals.com

• Kingsport Fire Department

  The Kingsport Fire Department serves a population of over 44,000. Employing 97 personnel, with 94 being uniformed firefighters, our department provides a variety of services, including FIRE, MEDICAL RESPONSE, HAZMAT and TECHNICAL RESCUE.

  http://www.kingsportfire.com/

• Kingsport Newcomers Club

  The Kingsport Newcomers Club provides a fun, friendly, informal venue for new residents to the greater Kingsport area to meet others in the community. Our members range from newlyweds to empty nester's, newcomers and lifelong residents.

  http://www.newcomersclubofkingsport.com/

• Kingsport Parks & Recreation

  Kingsport Parks and Recreation provides the people with facilities and programs which enhance leisure services by offering quality recreation opportunities for customers.

  http://kingsportparksandrecreation.org/

• Kingsport Police Department

  The primary goal of the Kingsport Police Department is to strive for a community free from crime and disorder. We use traditional, as well as recently established methods - such as community oriented policing - towards reaching our goals.

  http://home.naxs.com/kpdweb/

• Kingsport Public Library

  The Kingsport Public Library was started by five women in 1919 when they formed the Kingsport Book Club. Now it is an award-winning full-service library serving a community of more than 40,000. Come visit us!

  http://www.kingsportlibrary.org/

• Kingsport Public Works

  Kingsport's Public Works keeps the city moving, with continual improvements in all available services and service. Kingsport's Public Works help make our city a wonderful place to live.

  http://www.kingsportpublicworks.com/

• Kingsport Store!

  Your one stop shop to purchase your Kingsport custom embroidered logo apparel and gifts that support Kingsport and your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce. Offering ladies and men's apparel, outerwear, head ware, youth and various other items!

  http://www.kingsportstore.com

• Statistics and Demographics

  Population, cost of living, income and retail sales.

  http://kingsporttn.gov/statistics-and-demographics

Educational Institutions

• Kingsport City Schools

  Kingsport City Schools serves the residents of Kingsport including areas of Sullivan and Hawkins County. The mission of Kingsport City Schools is to provide excellence in education for all students.

  http://kcs.k12k.com/

• Kingsport Higher Education

  The City of Kingsport's Academic Village includes: The Regional Center for Applied Technology (RCAT), The Regional Center for Health Profesionals (RCHP), The Regional Center for Advanced Manufacturing (RCAM) and The Kingsport Higher Education Center (KHEC

  http://kingsporttn.gov/higher-education

Government

• City of Kingsport

  Offering a dynamic combination of pristine beauty and cutting-edge technology, the city of Kingsport is a beacon of hospitality in an increasingly impersonal world. Fulfill your goals and dreams in beautiful Kingsport, Tennessee!

  http://www.ci.kingsport.tn.us/

• Sullivan County

  Sullivan County is located in the East Tennessee. As of 2000, the population was 153,048. Its county seat is Blountville.
  Sullivan County is part of the Kingsport–Bristol (TN)–Bristol (VA) Metropolitan Statistical Area.

  http://www.sullivancounty.org/

• Tennessee General Assembly

  Online information for the State House and Senate, including legislative district maps, how to contact legislators, status of proposed legislation and committee information.

  http://www.legislature.state.tn.us/

• Tennessee State Website

  According to the 2008 census, it has a population of 6,214,888, an increase of nearly 9.5% since 2000. Tennessee is the 14th fastest growing state in the US and is ranked 17th by population.

  http://www.tennessee.gov/

Media

• Publication: Business Journal of Tri Cities

  Business news and information in the greater Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia region.

  http://bjournal.com/

• Publication: Kingsport Times-News

  The Kingsport Times-News is the city's flagship daily newspaper and primary source for news and community updates. The Times-News also boasts an award-winning website and several online entertainment destinations.

  http://www.timesnews.net

• Publication: Marquee Magazine

  A bimonthly magazine featuring the arts, food, music, people, places and active lifestyles of the Mountain South, including Tennessee, Virginia and North Carolina.

  http://www.marqueemagazine.com/

• Radio AM: Am Tri-Cites - WKPT 1400 AM

  Featuring conversations with people of local interest, music, book reviews, and "what's going on in the Tri-Cities" with Dave Light.

  http://www.wkptam.com/documents/30.html

• Radio AM: Bluegrass - WEMB 1420 AM

  Radio station based in Erwin, featuring bluegrass and gospel music plus talk.

  http://www.wemb.com/

• Radio AM: PowerTalk - WPWT 870 AM

  Featuring conversations with people of local interest, music and upcoming events with Tom Taylor.

  http://www.powertalk870.com/ArticleViewer.aspx?ObjectId=1

• Radio AM: Tri-Cities Talk Radio - WJCW 910 AM

  WJCW is an AM radio station broadcasting in the Tri-Cities, Tennessee area under a News / Talk format.

  http://www.wjcw.com/

• Radio AM: Xtreme Sports Monster - WXSM 640 AM

  WXSM (640 AM) is a radio station serving the Tri-Cities, Tennessee vicinity with a sports format as an ESPN Radio affiliate.

  http://640wxsm.com/

• Radio FM: Electirc - WAEZ 94.9 FM

  Top 40 radio station in the serving the Tri-Cities with only the hottest music

  http://www.electric949.com/home.shtml

• Radio FM: Soft Rock - WTFM 98.5 FM

  WTFM (98.5 FM, "Soft Rock 98.5") is a radio station broadcasting an Adult Contemporary music format. Licensed to Kingsport, Tennessee, USA, it serves the Tri-Cities TN / VA area.

  http://www.wtfm.com/

• Radio FM: Super Hits - WKPT 94.3 FM

  In addition to our SuperHits music, you'll hear Paul Harvey, University of Tennessee Sports, local high school sports, the latest weather, and the WKPT Radio News Team.

  http://www.wkptam.com/

• Radio FM: The HOG - WRZK 95.9 FM

  WRZK (95.9 FM, "95.9 The Hog") is a radio station broadcasting a Rock music format. ... Radio stations in the Johnson City / Kingsport / Bristol TN - VA

  http://www.wrzk.com/

• Radio FM: The Rabbit - WXBQ 96.9 FM

  WXBQ-FM is a Country formatted broadcast radio station licensed to Bristol, Virginia, serving the Tri-Cities.

  http://www.wxbq.com/

• Radio FM: Uplifting - WCQR 88.3 FM

  88.3 WCQR is streaming Uplifting & Encouraging Music 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We're glad to be able to provide this service to you and your family.

  http://www.wcqr.org/

• Television: ABC - WKPT TV 19

  WKPT-TV, "ABC 19," is the ABC television affiliate located in Kingsport, Tennessee. It serves the Tri-Cities area of Tennessee and Virginia.

  http://www.abc19.tv/index.html

• Television: CBS - WJHL TV 11

  WJHL-TV is the CBS television affiliate in Johnson City, Tennessee. Local and network programming schedule, news, weather, sports, community calendar, and station details.

  http://www2.tricities.com/

• Television: FOX - WEMT TV 39

  WEMT channel 39 is an affiliate of the Fox Broadcasting Company for the Tri-Cities area,

  http://www.foxtricities.com/

• Television: NBC - WCYB TV 5

  WCYB-TV Channel 5 is the NBC television affiliate serving the Tri-Cities of Tennessee and Virginia

  http://www.wcyb.com/

Volunteer Organizations

• Kingsport Kiwanis Club

  Current local Kiwanis service projects include support for the elderly residents of Kiwanis Towers, coats, shoes and socks for needy children in local elementary schools and a Reading Partnership with students at Kennedy and Roosevelt Elementary Schools.

  http://www.kingsportkiwanis.org/joomla/index.php

• Kingsport Senior Center

  A community resource dedicated to enriching the quality of life for area seniors and providing a stimulating educational environment where participation in diverse activities and community involvement is encouraged.

  http://www.kptseniors.com/