Kingsport's 'This is Kingsport' website now provides free text alerts and email updates on local events to help residents stay informed about the city's vibrant scene and plan their weekends.

Johnson City's Connect Downtown awards micro-grants totaling over $30,000 to 13 local businesses for downtown enhancement projects.

Local swiftwater rescue teams from Washington County and Johnson City received the Higgins & Langley Award for their exceptional response during Hurricane Helene in 2024.

ORNL hosted the inaugural OQSSw to develop a unified software stack, openQSE, to integrate quantum and HPC systems, with experts from various sectors attending.

Joe Bradley was inducted into the Parks and Recreation Wall of Fame for his extensive community service and volunteer work at a ceremony led by April Norris.

Bays Mountain Park's new planetarium show, "Big Astronomy," offers an immersive experience of the southern hemisphere's skies and observatories through their state-of-the-art technology.

Kingsport Cultural Arts introduces free mobile art classes for kids grades 1-12, funded by a Tennessee Arts Commission grant, with sessions on creativity, shading, and plein air painting.

Farragut's Alderman David White, who served Ward 2 since 2022, has passed away. The town mourns his death, remembering his deep roots in the community and dedication to service.

Madisonville Police in TN celebrated a successful "Smash the Stigma" water balloon event to support substance misuse recovery and community solidarity.

Kingsport's TREADZ program offers bicycle education for kids 2-12, focusing on safety and skills. Held in September, sessions are at the Farmers Market for $15/child.

Kingsport introduces a non-contact "Boxing for Fitness" program for youth, focusing on health and athletic skills, with sessions starting September 10 at V.O. Dobbins, Sr. Complex.

Kingsport offers skateboarding lessons for kids aged 6-12 at Scott Adams Memorial Skatepark, with a focus on safety and foundational skills. Classes start September 3, capped at 10 spots.

Johnson City Police Department is hosting a Community Roundtable to discuss the role of school resource officers (SROs) in student safety and success.