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
Hair styles evolve changing one gorgeous gal into a variety of lovely looks. Rocker Slick the sides back to the center and secure. Tease the top and smooth back. Socialite Tease the top and smooth back. Pin the lengths under to create a faux bob. Screen Siren Curl small sections of the
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
It’s springtime! The April rains have subsided creating a bountiful harvest of new blooming flowers. Small buds unfurl their tiny petals as they lean into the warm sun that quickly reveals a full and luscious bloom. Whether gazing or strolling through an orchard meadow sprinkled
