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J. W. Dobyns: Kingsport First Mayor

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Narrated by Kingsport Library archivist, Brianne Wright, the fascinating story of J. W. Dobyns, Kingsport’s first mayor, and the early development of the Model City was compiled from Dobyns family memoirs and photos contributed by Lois Dobyns, Bobby Dobyns, Betsy Tretola and her sister Charlotte. … [Read more...]

Skip Norrell

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Skip Norrell came to Kingsport in 1965 to work for Tennessee Eastman. He's spent most of his life living in the Park Hill Historic District, a neighborhood that dates back to 1916. His century-old home reflects the Model City's original vision for its residents and his experiences living there made Skip an advocate for a return to creating neighborhoods that provide, peace, beauty and a deep sense … [Read more...]

Asbury Place Residents

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Asbury Place residents Baird Harned, Billie Chesney, Marcine Berry, Martha and Glen Jones, and J. Spurgeon McCartt share early Kingsport memories. Baird: 00:06 Billie: 03:14 Marcine: 09:27 Martha: 13:03 Glen: 15:15 Sturgeon: 19:03 … [Read more...]

Betty Jones

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Betty Jones has been cooking since she was 10. She opened Betty's Stockyard Cafe more than 25 years ago. Most first-timers who have eaten there have become repeat regulars over the years.. The cafe's popularity with folks rich and poor, far and near is due to a winning combination of great tasting food served with warm, family-style hospitality. … [Read more...]

Nominations Open: Impactful Women in Kingsport

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In honor of Kingsport's Centennial, the Junior League of Kingsport is compiling a list of women who have made an impact on Kingsport during the City's first 100 years. There is no cost involved. If you know of a woman who has made a difference in our community, you are encouraged to submit your nomination by supplying the following information: A list, in bullet format, of the top four (4) … [Read more...]

Anna Lee Southard Huffine

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Anna Lee Huffine was born in what is now known as the Hammond House, located in the historic Boatyard District. She’s had a love affair with Kingsport her whole life, and recounts happy memories of her family home, built by her Great Uncle E.D. Smith, and her life in early Kingsport. … [Read more...]

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