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.
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.
Entertainment
Veteran Drummer Brian Seiler Keeps the Beat in Kingsport Music Scene
Seiler balances blues-infused rock with classic yacht rock as part of two local bands
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.
Business
Kingsport Businesses Prepare for Valentine's Day
Local shops offer flowers, chocolates, and other gifts for the holiday
TDEC Issues Violation Notice to Eastman Chemical
The state environmental agency cited the company for accidentally discharging turbine oil into the Holston River in December.
Kingsport Farmer-Florist Partners with North Carolina Wholesaler for Valentine's Day
Strawberry Moon Blooms owner Sara Searl sources tulips from Stemz to offer a unique floral option for the holiday.
Politics
New Tennessee bill could impose 'exorbitant' fees to view public records
The proposed legislation would reverse a portion of the state's Open Records Act, allowing governments to charge high fees for public record inspections.
Federal, State Officials to Speak at Hawkins Chamber of Commerce Breakfast
Annual legislative event to feature U.S. Rep. Diana Harshbarger and state lawmakers
Kingsport Approves Donations and Grants for City Services
Funds will support fire department, transit, and employee training
