Ribbon cutting for Hometown IGA

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – A ribbon cutting for Hometown IGA will be held Monday, March 1, 2010, at 11 a.m. at 1328 South John B. Dennis Hwy, Kingsport. Whites Fresh Foods locations in Kingsport, Tenn. will be officially converting to Hometown IGA on Monday, March 1st. A ribbon cutting to celebrate...read more

The Gift of Giving - The Santa Train Scholarship

Food City Donates Over $2,400 to the Scholarship Fund

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Throughout the 2009 holiday season, area Food City supermarkets once again featured the sale of a special children’s book, entitled The Santa Train Tradition. Inspired by one of our region’s most anticipated and exciting holiday traditions, the well-crafted chi...read more

Northeast Tennessee Chambers of Commerce to host Regional Legislative Dinner

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport, Bristol & Johnson City/Jonesborough/Washington County Chambers of Commerce and the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry will host the 2010 Regional Legislative Dinner on Wednesday, March 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. at 417 Union Street Restaurant, dow...read more

Fun Fest Selected as Top 20 Event for July 2010 by Southeast Tourism Society

Kingsport, Tenn.- Fun Fest is proud to announce it has been named one of the Top 20 Events for July 2010 by the Southeast Tourism Society. This is the Fun Fest’s sixth consecutive year receiving this distinction from the organization. “It’s such an honor to have our event reco...read more

Kingsport Chamber honors Bill Bovender with distinguished Lifetime Member Award

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce honored longtime Kingsport resident, attorney and community leader Bill Bovender with its prestigious 21st Lifetime Member Award during its 63rd Annual Dinner Friday night at the MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center. ...read more

Ribbon cutting for TriSummit Bank Church Circle Financial Center

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting for TriSummit Bank Church Circle Financial Center will be held Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2010, at 2:30 p.m. at 422 Broad Street, downtown Kingsport. TriSummit Bank opened business in February 2007, as a full-ser...read more

Watch Your Next Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from Food City!

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and ww...read more

Northeast Tennessee Chambers of Commerce to host Regional Legislative Breakfast

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport, Bristol & Johnson City/Jonesborough/Washington County Chambers of Commerce and the Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry will host the 2010 Regional Legislative Breakfast on Friday, January 29 from 7:30 to 9 a.m. at MeadowView Marriott Conferenc...read more

"The Rat Pack is Back" and coming to Kingsport!

"The Best Show in Vegas" set to perform at Kingsport Chamber Annual Dinner

Note to Media: If any media representatives wish to reserve a spot for the event, please RSVP by calling (423) 392-8815. KINGSPORT, Tenn. - The legendary Frank, Sammy, Dean and Joey are coming to Kingsport!The Rat Pack is Back, hailed as “the Best Show in Vegas,” will headline a...read more

Watch Your First Kingsport ChamberZone for 2010!

On Location from the MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center!

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and ww...read more

Your 2010 Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Relocation Guide Coming Soon!

Order your copy today!

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Kingsport Chamber of Commerce to host Education Luncheon with Governor Bredesen

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon with Governor Phil Bredesen on Wednesday, January 6 from 11:30 to 1 p.m. at MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort and Convention Center. This event is sponsored by Appalachian Power, Atmos Energy, AT&T, Charter Commu...read more

Watch Your Holiday Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from the MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center! Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport...read more

Keep Kingsport Beautiful encourages area residents to recycle their Christmas trees this year

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Keep Kingsport Beautiful and the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency join Lakeview Marina & Marker 2 Grille on Boone Lake to recycle cut Christmas trees for fish habitats. The collection will begin December 26 at Warriors’ Path State Park, 1678 Fall Creek Road,...read more

Winners of 2009 Annual KOSBE Awards Announced

Kingsport, Tenn. - The winners of the 2009 Annual KOSBE Awards have been named by the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE). 1. Edo Sushi Bar & Grill (May Ling Hu-Lai & Benson Lai) took First Place in the category for Yo...read more

Kingsport to host reception to celebrate winning Harvard Award

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The city of Kingsport and Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will host a celebration reception honoring Kingsport’s winning the prestigious Innovations in American Government Award from the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. The event wi...read more

Ribbon cuttings for Sprint Store and Red Apple Buffet & Grill

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – A ribbon cutting for the Sprint Store will be held Thursday, December 10, 2009, at 10 a.m. at 2600 E. Stone Drive, Suite 10, Kingsport. The Sprint Store recently opened in the Kingsport Pavilion Shopping Center two months ago. The new store will provide mobile phones...read more

Fun Fest Photo Book!

Relive those great times with family and friends!

FUN FEST Photo Book! The Kingsport Times News will be publishing a photo book this summer to celebrate the 30 years of Fun Fest! Take time this holiday season to pull out your photos and relive those great times with your family and friends. Come January 2010 you can submit those photos for publi...read more

Five for Five!

2009 PRSA Awards of Excellence

Your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce went 5 for 5 last night at the Tri-Cities TN/VA Chapter of PRSA, 2009 PRSA Awards of Excellence held at the Bruton Smith suite at Bristol Motor Speedway! We received three Award of Excellence Awards for the 66th Annual Santa Train, 62nd Annual Dinner and Your We...read more

2009 Annual KOSBE Awards Contenders Announced

Judging Underway; Winners to Be Recognized December 10th at BANQ in Downtown Kingsport

Kingsport, Tenn. — The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) today announced 23 contenders in the 15th Annual KOSBE Awards, competing for one of the five awards: one award for Young Entrepreneur (under age 40), one for New Bu...read more

Kingsport Chamber names Vince Staten as grand marshal for Kingsport Christmas Parade

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Kingsport Times-News columnist Vince Staten has been selected to serve as the grand marshal for the 67th Annual Kingsport Christmas Parade. This accolade is annually bestowed upon individuals who dedicate ...read more

Regional Center for Advanced Manufacturing Open House

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Eastman Chemical Company, Domtar Paper Company, Northeast State Community College, and state and local officials will host an Open House Celebration on Thursday, Nov. 19 at 11 a.m. for the Regional Center for Advanced Manufacturing (RCAM) in downtown Kingsport. The RCAM...read more

Watch Your Next Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from the Regional Center for Advanced Manufacturing!

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and ww...read more

KOSBE Offers Free Night School Program

For Prospective and Existing Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce and KOSBE have teamed up to put on the 4th KOSBE Small Business Night School, on Tuesday and Wednesday, November 17 & 18, from 5:00 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the new downtown Kingsport Center for Higher Education (300 W Market St, Kingsport,...read more

Fun Fest 2010 Announces 30th Year Celebration

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Born in 1981, Fun Fest celebrates 30 years of family oriented summer fun under the leadership of 2010 Chairman, Stephen LaHair, owner and operator of local Kingsport restaurant Chef’s Pizzeria. Monty McLaurin, VP and CEO of Indian Path Medical Center, will be serving a...read more

The Santa Train Tradition- Goes Green

Back By Popular Demand!

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce and Food City are proud to announce the return of The Santa Train Tradition, a special children’s book inspired by one of the region’s most anticipated holiday traditions. The well crafted children’s book was wr...read more

Pal's Business Excellence Institute partners with Kingsport Chamber

KINGSPORT, Tenn.- The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the Pal’s Business Excellence Institute to offer a series of Franklin Covey courses for local businesses. The leadership courses will be half-day classes throughout the month of November. Topics include Inspiri...read more

New AT&T Smart Classroom to open Today at the Kingsport Center for Higher Education

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Thanks to a generous $50,000 grant from AT&T, officials will take the wraps off today on a new Smart Classroom at the Kingsport Center for Higher Education. The public is invited to join in the ribbon cutting, to be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, November 5, on the f...read more

Leadership Kingsport accepting Community Impact Projects to Enhance and Improve our Community

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Each year, Leadership Kingsport continues to be successful in providing opportunities for selected class participants to improve and enhance the community of which they live. We’re asking for your help once again to make this year’s experience the most rewarding ever f...read more

Downtown Kingsport preparing for biggest Halloween party in the Tri-Cities

Biggest Halloween Costume Pub Crawl in Downtown Kingsport

KINGSPORT, TN – Halloween in Kingsport is getting a major facelift this year, thanks to Northeast Tennessee's largest downtown bash! GoTriCities and the Kingsport Times-News have joined with the Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, Kingsport Grocery Company, Stir Fry Cafe, Kaffe Blue, The Bu...read more

Ribbon cutting for Troutdale Cafe

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for Troutdale Cafe, Wednesday, October 28, at 10 a.m. at the Holston Medical Group building plaza, 105 W. Stone Drive, Kingsport. Troutdale opened in August 2009. Troutdale offers breakfast and lunch...read more

Santa Train Ticket Contest Winners Selected

Two Tickets... Two Winners!

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Chamber of Commerce and Santa Claus are pleased to announce John H. Puckett and Thomas Sargent are the two Santa Train Ticket Contest winners to ride aboard the 67th Annual Santa Train. The announcement was made this morning at the Kingsport Chamber’s ...read more

Watch Your Next Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from Eastman Credit Union! A Special Santa Train Edition

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and ww...read more

Ribbon cutting for Centre Ville Spa & Salon

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for Centre Ville Spa & Salon, Thursday, October 29, at 10 a.m. at 114 East Market Street, downtown Kingsport. Centre Ville is a full-service day spa and hair salon set in a unique, eclectic and upsca...read more

Sponsorship Opportunities for Your Kingsport Chamber's 63rd Annual Dinner!

Submission Deadline to be included on invitation and ticket: Friday, Nov. 6, 2009.

Your Kingsport Chamber's 63rd Annual Dinner Friday, February 5, 2010 MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center This is your Kingsport Chamber's Major Fundraiser for the year! Download your form here! read more

Holston Valley Medical Center Ranked No. #1 in Tennessee for Cardiology Services

Congratulations Holston Valley Medical Center on being ranked Number One in the state for Cardiology Services! Kingsport Times-News Video Kingsport Times-News Article read more

Keep Kingsport Beautiful Fall Tree Fund Planting

This planting honors and remembers individuals recognized by contributors to the Keep Kingsport Beautiful Tree Fund

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Help Lucy win $1M for Animal Shelter

Deadline is Midnight Saturday, October 10th

Sullivan County Animal Shelter has entered a pound puppy named Lucy into the World's Cutest Dog Competition. The grand prize is $1 Million dollars of which all the proceeds will go towards helping the animal shelter continue its mission. We need your help, visit the link below and click on Lu...read more

Santa's Workshop 2009

Santa Needs Helpers- RSVP today!

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Watch Your Next Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from Cardiovascular Associates!

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and ww...read more

2009 Kingsport Christmas Parade Entry Form

The 2009 Kingsport Christmas Parade is set for Saturday, November 21 starting at 3:15 p.m. in downtown Kingsport! Entry forms are available at your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce or you can download the form here. Professional Cline's floats are available for purchase. Christmas Parade ...read more

2010 Membership Directory & Relocation Guide Ad Rates

They're Going Fast - Purchase YOUR Ad Today!

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Kingsport Chamber & KOSBE Calling for Entries in Prestigious Annual Awards Celebration

Five businesses and two individuals were honored at a sold out awards program in 2008.

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Today, the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce Office of Small Business Development & Entrepreneurship (KOSBE) will begin accepting applications and nominations for its Annual KOSBE Awards from Kingsport Chamber members and nonmembers. This year there are five areas ...read more

New Changes to Your Weekly Source E-mails

Chamber Members: New format for announcements and upcoming events - all online now!

Your Weekly Source currently provides the Kingsport Chamber membership with news, upcoming events and announcements regarding Kingsport and the business community.In order to provide our members with the best quality service which is both effective and efficient, Your Weekly Source is undergoing...read more

Win Your Chance to Ride the 67th Annual Santa Train!

Thanks for everyone who entered in this year's very first Santa Train Ticket Contest! The two lucky winners will be announced on Friday, October 23rd!

Click here for online entry form! KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Santa Claus just might be giving away his best gifts yet! The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce and Santa have teamed up for the first online Santa Train Ticket Contest to be held from Wednesday, September 23 to Sunday, October 11, 200...read more

Presentation of the 2009 Distinguished Leadership Award to Larry Estepp

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce’s Leadership Programs and Embarq are proud to announce Larry Estepp as the recipient of the 2009 Distinguished Leadership Award. Estepp is the regional president of First Tennessee Bank. The award was presented recently a...read more

Shipley to host state's Constitutional Officers in Sullivan County

Secretary of State, Treasurer, and Comptroller to visit

Kingsport, Tenn. - Representative Tony Shipley (R-Kingsport) will be hosting a visit from each of the state’s Constitutional Officers in the upcoming months, so that citizens of the 2nd District can join them for a public meet-and-greet. The “Mix and Mingle” events will all be held...read more

Wynonna Judd Returns to Her Roots on the 67th Annual Santa Train

Country music superstar Wynonna Judd will revisit her Appalachian childhood when she joins CSX, Food City and the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce as the special guest on the 2009 Santa Train. Wynonna, a native of Ashland, Ky., is celebrating the release of her recent album, Sing: Chapter 1, and ...read more

Kingsport Chamber to host TN Supreme Court Justice Wade Luncheon

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will host a conversation luncheon with Tenn. Supreme Court Justice Gary R. Wade on Tuesday, September 15, 2009, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Bus Pit, 240 E. Main St., Kingsport. The event is sponsored by Eastman Chemical Company...read more

Sullivan County Imagination Library to hold Fundraiser at Chili's of Kingsport

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Sullivan County Imagination Library will hold a fundraiser at Chili’s Monday, September 14, 2009 from 6 – 10 p.m. at 1921 N. Eastman Road, Kingsport. To help benefit the Sullivan County Imagination Library (SCIL), Chili’s will donate 10 percent o...read more

2009 Student Welcome Event Opportunities

An Opportunity For You!

Attention: Kingsport Chamber Members & Downtown Vendors! Student Welcome Events: Wednesday, September 16 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Kingsport Center for Higher Education, Downtown Kingsport 4 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Regional Center for Advanced Manufacturing, Downtown Kingsport In ...read more

Kingsport Chamber of Commerce to host conversation with U.S. Senator Bob Corker

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will host a conversation luncheon with U.S. Senator Bob Corker on Monday, August 31, 2009, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort and Convention Center, Kingsport. The event is sponsored by Eastman Che...read more

A Free Kingsport Chamber Member Opportunity!

Badges, Representatives and Plaques oh my!

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Watch Your Next Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from the MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center!

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and ww...read more

Twilight Alive Downtown Concert Series: Jack Ingram Takes the Stage in Kingsport

Jack Ingram recently appeared on The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien and Lifetime Channel's hit show Army Wives.

Kingsport, Tenn. – Well known country musician, Jack Ingram, will perform this Thursday, August 20, 2009, at 7 p.m. at the Twilight Alive Downtown Concert, on Broad Street in Downtown Kingsport. Jack Ingram’s most popular songs includes but are not limited to “Wherever You Are...read more

VOTE AGAIN NOW! - "Ultimate Grill Off" Best Overall Category -BONE FIRE Smokehouse

IN ANOTHER COMPETITION!!

As you know, BONE FIRE Smokehouse in Downtown Kingsport won the "Best Ribs Recipe" competition from "Live! with Regis & Kelly" in July.BONE FIRE Smokehouse and Chef Erich Soll are now in the running for the "Ultimate Grill Off" Best Overall Category. The winner gets a spread in Better Hom...read more

Grand Opening set for new hotel wings at MeadowView Marriott

$15 million expansion and renovation to generate additional $5 million a year in revenue for Kingsport economy

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a grand opening ceremony Tuesday, August 18, 2009, at 10:30 a.m. for the two new hotel wings (110 guest rooms) at the MeadowView Marriott Conference Resort & Convention Center. Funded by Eastman Chemical Company, which owns the...read more

Kingsport Chamber to hold ribbon cutting for Pain Center of Kingsport

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for the Pain Center of Kingsport Thursday, August 20, 2009, at 2 p.m. at 1700 Pinebrook Place, Suite 2 & 3, Kingsport. Pain Center of Kingsport recently moved to this current location in June and has been...read more

Watch Your Next Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from the American Red Cross!

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and ww...read more

Watch Your Next Kingsport ChamberZone!

On Location from Bristol Motor Speedway!

Kingsport ChamberZone airs several times a week on CMS (TV-13), Comcast Cable 2 & 14, City of Kingsport's Channel 16 and WAPK/WKPT-TV 19.Kingsport ChamberZone is also ON DEMAND on Charter Channel 998.Kingsport ChamberZone can also be seen on www.KingsportChamber.org and www.Kingsport.TV and...read more

Newcomer To Kingsport?!

Newcomer to Kingsport? Are you a newcomer to Kingsport? We'd love for you to stop by the "Move To Kingsport" tent and say hello, meet other newcomers, and just be neighborly!Taste of Tri-Cities will be taking place in the park, so you can sample local restaurants followed by an outdoor movie, "M...read more

Kingsport's higher education efforts to be showcased at national education forum

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Kingsport is once again being recognized on a national level for its superb higher education initiatives.Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Miles Burdine has been asked to represent Kingsport and showcase the city’s incredible efforts to provide high...read more

Kingsport's Bone Fire Smokehouse gets national attention on 'Regis and Kelly'

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4th Annual Legislative BBQ

Don't miss out on the opportunity to be served by those who serve you!

Join us at Domtar Cabin, Tuesday, July 7 at 6:30 p.m. for a summer barbeque and a relaxing evening with your state legislators. Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey, Senator Mike Faulk, Majority Leader Jason Mumpower, Representative Jon Lundberg, Representative Dale Ford, Representative Tony Shipley and Deb...read more

New Text Messaging Program

Sign up for text message updates on Fun Fest and Downtown Concert Series!

Your Kingsport Convention & Visitors Bureau offers a new text messaging program where you can receive text message updates about Fun Fest and the Downtown Concert Series. To receive updates regarding Fun Fest, text FESTUS to 25827, for Downtown Concert Series, text MUSIC to 25827. You wi...read more

Sandy B and the All-Stars coming to Kingsport for benefit concert!

Concert benefits Kingsport Chamber's Education programs.

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Sandy B and the All-Stars will headline a night of great entertainment at the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce's Education Benefit Concert. The event will take place Saturday, June 27, 2009, at The Bus Pit, 240 East Main Street, downtown Kingsport. Doors open at 7:30 p.m...read more

Kingsport Chamber to hold ribbon cutting for WM Paul's Bakery

The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for WM Paul's Bakery Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at 9 a.m. at 316 Cumberland Street, Kingsport. WM Paul's Bakery is the newest addition to Downtown Kingsport.

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting for WM Paul's Bakery Tuesday, June 16, 2009, at 9 a.m. at 316 Cumberland Street, Kingsport. WM Paul's Bakery is the newest addition to Downtown Kingsport. WM Paul's Bakery is a family owned business that has be...read more

Let Your Business Stand Out - Your Official Kingsport Chamber's Website!

Your business can stand out on the region's most popular business website with your Kingsport Chamber of Commerce, but this special pricing offer is for a limited time only.

Our new "Get To Know" Business profiles will feature Kingsport's most prominent businesses with a special profile that is visible on every page. For only $100 per month, your business will receive a custom profile page and will rotate among other featured members. This profile will include c...read more

Northeast State Technical Community College to Host Second Regional Women's Business Summit

"Northeast State is honored to be able to co-host this significant meeting. Regardless of age, ethnicity, profession, managerial level, or economic status, we all need to embrace the success of the inaugural Women’s Business Summit that was held here last year, and build upon the kno...read more

Kingsport Chamber launches new website

KingsportChamber.org showcases Chamber programs, news and events

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of a new website - KingsportChamber.org.Created and developed by the GoTriCities Network, the technology division of the Kingsport Times-News, the highly useful and comprehensive site provides vital and up-to-d...read more

Sullivan County Imagination Library to host celebration to commemorate 200,000th Book

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - The Sullivan County Imagination Library (SCIL) will host an event to celebrate the delivery of the 200,000th book at First Presbyterian Church Friday, May 29, 2009 at 10 a.m. at 100 W. Church Street, Kingsport. Tennessee Lt. Governor Ron Ramsey will read to the children in conjunc...read more

Kingsport Chamber awards 2009 Santa Train scholarship to Jessica Pennington

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to award its 2009 Santa Train Scholarship to Jessica R. Pennington, a 2009 graduate of Pound High School, Pound, Va. The four-year scholarship is worth $5,000. Pennington was very active throughout her high school career...read more

Annual Tri-Cities Tennessee Regional Women's Business Summit Announces Expert Speaker Line-Up

"One of our primary goals is to improve the limited state funding of the Tennessee Economic Council on Women by collaborating with other state agencies, community groups, women's advocates and others to provide research and/or programs that advance women's economic status. This project is a perfect...read more

Kingsport Chamber to recognize students graduating from the TN/VA Scholars program

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce announced today approximately 500 seniors from Kingsport City, Sullivan County, Hawkins County and Scott County, Va., will celebrate their efforts and achievements at the 16th Annual TN/VA Scholars Senior Celebration Tuesday, April 28. ...read more

Kingsport Chamber holding membership drive

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Calling all Kingsport area businesses! That’s exactly what several current business members of the Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce will soon be doing as part of the Kingsport Chamber’s membership drive. The membership campaign will officially take place t...read more

Kingsport Chamber Golf Scramble set for May 4 at Ridgefields Country Club

Hunter, Smith & Davis, Food City & Pepsi to host event

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce 17th Annual Golf Scramble www.kingsportchamber.org or www.MovetoKingsport.com. is set for Monday, May 4 at Ridgefields Country Club. Due to the popularity of the event, two rounds will be available, with one tee time at 8:45 a.m. ...read more

Dale Carnegie Course Returning to Kingsport

Kingsport Carnegie Class Begins First Session March 31st. Late Enrollments accepted thru April 14th.

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Session one of the world-famous Dale Carnegie Course® will be held Tuesday, March 31 at the Trane® Company Training Center, 660 Eastern Star Road , Kingsport. The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring the course in Kingsport.“We are excited to bri...read more

Food City Donates Over $7,000 to Santa Train Scholarship

KINGSPORT, Tenn. – Throughout the previous holiday season, area Food City supermarkets featured the sale of a special children’s book, entitled The Santa Train Tradition. Inspired by one of our region’s most anticipated holiday traditions, the well crafted children’s book wa...read more

It's Good For Business

Your Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce

The Kingsport Area Chamber of Commerce is a not-for profit business membership organization comprised of nearly 1,000 members. Our mission is to utilize resources and focus efforts on enhancing a strong and viable business environment for the Kingsport area. The members of the Kingsport Chamber r...read more