Crime
Summer Wells Turns 10, Still Missing After Five Years
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation continues to investigate the unsolved disappearance of the young girl from her Beech Creek home in 2021.
Anonymous Threat Prompts Police Presence at Kingsport Elementary School
Lincoln Elementary dismisses early as authorities investigate out-of-state call
Kingsport House Fire Leaves Pets Dead
Residents escaped but multiple pets perished in the blaze.
Business
State Awards $2.6M for Site Development in Sullivan County
Grants will fund due diligence work and infrastructure improvements at two industrial parks
Steam Release Reported at Eastman Chemical Plant
No injuries reported as noise subsides throughout the evening
Kingsport Sees Surge in New Residential Permits in January
City issued 43 permits, with residential projects leading the way
Weather
Readers Share Snowy Photos Across Tennessee
Kingsport Times News readers capture winter weather scenes across the region.
Icy Roads Cause Concern in Kingsport
Slick conditions lead to increase in vehicle collisions, delays in city services
Six Winter-Related Deaths Reported in Northeast Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Health confirmed the fatalities across the region.
Lifestyle
Girl Scout Cookie Booths Launch with New Flavor
Tri-Cities residents can purchase cookies from local troops at retail locations through mid-March.
Super Yummy Restaurant Delights Kingsport Diners
Mongolian grill, sushi, and Chinese fare draw crowds to new Tri-Cities eatery
Super Yummy Offers Fresh, Tasty Fusion in Kingsport
Mongolian grill, sushi, and Chinese fare draw loyal customers to this popular restaurant
Entertainment
Three Local Songwriters Advance from Kingsport Qualifier
Winners to compete in Tennessee Songwriters Week showcase event
East Tennessee Musician Luke Brogden Balances Teaching and Performing
Brogden has been a fixture on the local music scene for over 20 years while also teaching high school students.
Kingsport Native Stars in Netflix's "His & Hers"
Astrid Rotenberry, a Dobyns-Bennett High School graduate, lands breakout role in popular new Netflix series.
