In the spring of 2011, a class project for the nephew of Lennis France, Chaplin of VVA Chapter 979 Kingsport, Tennessee; started a school program that still exists today. Lennis’ nephew was a student at Hiltons Elementary School in Hiltons, Virginia. His nephew was receiving
Throughout America, people have recognized that the availability of outdoor recreation helps attract and sustain families and businesses, create healthy communities and foster a high quality of life. The outdoors is a playground for millions of people—especially in the Tennessee Valley. From coast to coast, the
Downtown Kingsport has been seeing a revitalization of its own over the past decade and the hard work and dedication is starting to pay off. Antique shops, unique dining experiences, urban living, and fantastic venues are a few of the things that downtown Kingsport has
Day Trippin' with Linda We live in such a beautiful area and this day trip proved to me how many opportunities are within a day trip for a memorable adventure! About an hour from the Tri-Cities is the small town of Elk Park, North Carolina. A
History comes to life in this 18th century town. Its well-preserved Main Street will take you on a beautiful journey through the past. Jonesborough is a town filled with quaint shops, friendly faces, farm to table foods and plenty of “ya’lls” and “come back agains”.
What was started in the 1850s, as a depot stop along the railroad path from Knoxville to Virginia, has become a burgeoning downtown with a happening nightlife. Downtown Johnson City, an area neglected for years, is experiencing a revival of epic proportions and one that
Have you ever wondered what people think of you? I mean, what they REALLY think of you? Sometimes it’s hard to tell how others really feel about us, but if you have made a habit of any of the following, it’s a safe bet that
Bristol, TN and Goodsonville, VA remained separate cities until 1890 when Goodson, VA became Bristol so that today Bristol, TN/VA is one city that straddles two states. Listed as “The Birthplace of Country Music” Bristol is home to The Birthplace of Country Music Museum, the
Abingdon, Virginia’s tree-lined streets might appear to present a quiet and sleepy town, but behind the historic trees is a bustling town with much to offer. The Historic Martha Washington Inn lies just across the street from Barter Theater: two landmarks that draw thousands to
Racks by the Tracks Festival was born in 2008 out of a passion for craft beer, barbecue ribs, music, and most importantly, philanthropy. Kanishka Biddanda saw a need in the community and decided to fulfill it. He owned the Kingsport Grocery Company in Downtown Kingsport
