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Thoughts for Jeff Byrd

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010
Bristol Motor Speedway officials announced today President and General Manager Jeff Byrd has taken a leave of absence to undergo tests and treatment for a recently-discovered medical matter. It will prevent him from involvement in the upcoming Food City 500 weekend.

Byrd recently went through a series of tests and his doctors are encouraged that the condition is limited to one area and is treatable.

“I fully intend to be back on the job as soon as the doctors say it is ok,” said Byrd. “I appreciate everyone’s thoughts and prayers and will miss being at the track for the Food City 500 weekend. I have said for years I have the best team in motorsports and things are in good hands.”

Byrd and his family have asked for prayers and privacy at this time.

We invite you to send your thoughts and prayers for Jeff to thoughtsforjeff@bristolmotorspeedway.com

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Digital billboard coming to Stone Dr and Eastman Rd

Thursday, March 4th, 2010
Click here for a similar billboard in Johnson City. You may have driven by the intersection of Stone & Eastman and asked "where's muscleman Michelli?" (the large musclebound owner of Riverfront Seafood). He and the billboard are gone -- temporarily. The billboard is being replaced with a digital one (sort of like a large high-def TV). Thought you'd want to know.

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From Celtic to Appalachia, Cambia Flute Ensemble is “Bein’ Green”

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

From Celtic to Appalachia, Cambia Flute Ensemble is “Bein’ Green”

With St. Patrick’s Day and spring just around the corner, come enjoy the rich heritage of Irish, Celtic and Appalachian music, along with a twist of “green”. Cambia Flute Ensemble’s next concert will feature all of these flavors. The concert begins at 2:00 on Sunday, March 14, 2010 and will be held in the Renaissance Center Auditorium, 1200 East Center Street, Kingsport, TN. Tickets are $10 for adults, $7 for students, and will be available at the door.

Cambia wowed audiences during their Halloween concert this past October with a virtuosic performance combined with a multi-media experience. This concert promises to be just as fun and entertaining. Selections include their own adaptations of favorite and familiar tunes such as It’s Not Easy Bein’ Green and Danny Boy, along with traditional Irish tunes such as Brian Boru’s March, and Miss Molly Malone. In addition, Cambia’s concert will feature the suite, Music from “Appalachia”, specially written by premiere composer, Kenton Coe, based on his soundtrack for the PBS documentary: “Appalachia”. This work will be dedicated in memory of Nellie McNeil, a longtime teacher, columnist and supporter of the arts.

Joining Cambia onstage will be Jim Miller, and his wife Cheri. Jim is known throughout the region as an accomplished instrument builder and teacher, and will be playing mandolin and hammered dulcimer. Returning to perform for a second time with Cambia is Jay Oberfeitinger, principal percussionist with Symphony of the Mountains, who will be playing the traditional Irish bodhran. Other guest artists include mezzo-soprano Julie Vogel, music director at Waverly Road Presbyterian Church; string bass player Vance Reese, co-principal bassist with the Asheville Symphony Orchestra and Assistant Professor of Music at Mars Hill College; and native Scotsman Angus Walton, who will be serving as the concert’s Master of Ceremonies.

For more about Cambia, visit their website, www.cambiafluteensemble.com, or call Eileen Butler at (423) 288-8360.

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What you should know about Census 2010

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2010
Kingsport's perspective: www.development.kingsporttn.gov/census2010

10 QUESTIONS / 1O MINUTES: It's that easy this year!

Feb-Mar: Census questionnaires are mailed or delivered to households

Mar-Apr: Census questionnaired are available at select public sites for individuals who did not receive one by mail.

April 1, 2010: CENSUS DAY

May-Jul: Census takers visit households that did not return a questionnaire by mail

Dec 31: By law, the Census Bureau delivers population counts to the President

Mar 2011: By law, the Census Bureau completes delivery of redistricting data to states

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Carson-Newman Kingsport - Special Rates Info

Sunday, February 21st, 2010
From: Yvonne Jessee [mailto:yjessee@cn.edu]
Sent: Fri 2/19/2010 2:34 PM
To: Fleming, Jeff
Subject: Special Rates Info

 

Yvonne Jessee
Carson-Newman Liaison
Kingsport Center for Higher Education
300 W. Market Street
Kingsport, TN 37660
Phone:  423-354-5523
Fax:       423-247-1788
Email:   yjessee@cn.edu

Did you know that Carson-Newman is offering a special discount rate of 33% for Kingsport classes this Spring?


33% Discount for Undergraduate Classes - $223.33 per credit hour

(3 hour class $670.00 + $60 for Activity and Technical Fee = $730.00)


33% Discount for Graduate Classes - $203.33 per credit hour

(3 hour class $610.00 + $88 for Activity and Technical Fee = $698.00)


If you bring a friend, you will receive a 50% discount instead of the 33% discount.


50% Discount for Undergraduate Classes - $167.50 per credit hour

(3 hour class $502.50+ $60 for Activity and Technical Fee = $562.50)


50% Discount for Graduate Classes - $203.33 per credit hour

(3 hour class $457.50 + $88 for Activity and Technical Fee = $545.50)


High School Juniors and Seniors can Dual Enroll for $110 per credit hour.


Senior Citizens (over age 65) can take a course for $10 per credit hour on a “space

available” basis. Any charge for supplies, materials, or travel will be extra.


Are you interested in auditing a class instead of taking the class for credit? You can audit the class at the 50% discount rate.




Spring 2010 classes will start March 1, 2010.



CARSON-NEWMAN COLLEGE

Spring 2010 Classes


Course Credit Hours Day Time

REL 101 Old Testament 3 Thursday 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM

REL 102 New Testament 3 Thursday 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

FCS 121 Professional Orientation 1 Monday 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM

MSC 651 Introduction to Pastoral 3 Monday 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Theology and Care


PSY 212 Social Entrepreneurship 1 Thursday 5:00 – 5:50 PM

Seminar



CARSON-NEWMAN COLLEGE

Programs offered in Kingsport


Bachelor of Arts in General Psychology


Bachelor of Arts in Religion


Bachelor of Science in Child and Family Studies


Bachelor of Science in Family and Consumer Sciences Education


Spiritual Guidance and Care Certificate (Master's level - These courses will also count toward a Master's in Counseling)


Special Education Endorsement

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Kingsport City Schools: Zoning and Tuition 2010

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

KINGSPORT – Kingsport City Schools will be accepting zoning and tuition applications for students in grades K-12 beginning February 8 through April 30.

 

Parents who would like to request their child attend a different city school outside the school zone their student is expected to attend must apply for a zoning exception. Parents of students who are not legal residents of the city of Kingsport must submit a tuition application to attend a Kingsport City school. Parents or legal guardians must apply annually for their child's tuition and zoning status, even if they attended a Kingsport City School in 2009-2010.

 

Applications will be made available online at Kingsport City School's website at www.k12k.com. Paper copies will also be available at Kingsport City School's administrative office at 1701 E. Center Street.

 

The following are excerpts from the Kingsport Board of Education's policies and procedures for zoning and tuition:

  • Parents or legal guardians must apply annually for their child's tuition and zoning status.
  • Students who are not legal residents of the city of Kingsport shall pay tuition charges as approved annually by the Board of Education. Failure to pay tuition will disqualify a student's application for the next year.
  • Tuition students are accepted and zoning exceptions are granted only if current enrollment permits.
  • The system does not provide bus transportation to either tuition or zoning-exemption students.

 

Criteria for zoning exceptions are as follows:

  1. Documented medical reasons;
  2. Child Care availability;
  3. An expected move to a different zone;
  4. Specialized school programs;
  5. A fifth or an eighth grade student with a previous zoning exception;
  6. A student whose family has moved to a different zone after November 1;
  7. Documented justifications related to the child's specific educational experience.

 

The school system utilizes the following order when placing students:

  1. Zoning exception reapplications;
  2. Tuition reapplications for school employees working at the requested school;
  3. New zoning exceptions applications;
  4. Tuition reapplications;
  5. New tuition applications for school employees working a the requested school;
  6. New tuition applications for system and city employees;
  7. New tuition applications for out of district residents.

 

For more information, call Tyler Fleming, Director of Student Services, at (423) 378-2155.

-KCS-

 

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Teacher Workshop at East Tenn Environmental Conference -Tues, March 16 at MeadowView

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010
http://www.tnenvironment.com/Workshops/info%20flyer-%20teacher%20wkshop.pdf

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Rep. Shipley announces significant improvements to S.R. 126

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010
House of Representatives
State of Tennessee



Contact: Kara Watkins (615) 741-1975
kara.watkins@capitol.tn.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Rep. Tony Shipley announces significant improvements to State Route 126

(February 2, 2010, NASHVILLE) – Representative Tony Shipley (R-Kingsport) announced today that after participating in a presentation by Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) officials, of which Lieutenant Governor Ron Ramsey and House Majority Leader Jason Mumpower also took part, various safety improvements will be made to State Route 126 in the summer of 2010.

“State Route 126 has been hazardous for many years now,” said Rep. Shipley. “From the moment I was sworn into office, I pledged to make safety improvements to State Route 126 a priority. After several months of discussions, I am pleased to report that these safety improvements have become a reality, and I am pleased that TDOT has put this down on paper.”

TDOT has now presented a plan that includes both short term improvements and long term improvements to the road. In 2010, TDOT will begin work on implementing and replacing rumble strips, pavement markings, and guardrails. In addition, a significant portion of the road will be resurfaced, making it much safer for drivers.

Long term, TDOT has recommended developing alternate routes for certain problem spots along State Route 126, along with straightening out many of the dangerous curves and widening the embankments on either side.

“These improvements, both short and long term, will save lives,” said Representative Shipley. “I am grateful to those involved in these discussions for realizing how vital this project is, particularly Commissioner Gerald Nicely, Deputy Commissioner Ed Cole and the entire TDOT staff, and I appreciate everyone’s hard work in making this a reality,” he concluded.
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Metropolitan Tennessee

Saturday, February 6th, 2010
Click link to learn about the economic impact of Tennessee's metro areas on the state as a percentage of the whole METROPOLITAN TENNESSEE
and Memphis and one each in Kingsport-Bristol and Chattanooga. Some of the
most important .... Kingsport-Bristol: Hawkins County, Sullivan County ...

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Warriors Path State Park planning Spring Nature Festival

Saturday, February 6th, 2010
Dear Friends -
 
In the midst of this wintry season, we at Warriors' Path State Park are busily preparing for our 31st annual Spring Nature Festival.
 
April 16-18, 2010 will be a weekend full of nature discovery. We will have a full slate of expert naturalists. Each will lead a mini-seminar on a selected topic in the natural world, followed by a short hike to experience that same nature topic. For example, the stream ecology talk will be followed by a creek discovery walk, the trees & wildflowers walk will be followed by a tree & wildflower hike, etc.
 
This is a free event, and no registration is required. Just come an enjoy a weekend in our Great Tennessee Outdoors!
 
Please feel free to contact me if you need additional information, photographs of this event, etc, or if there is any way I can be of help to you. Have a wonderful winter day!
 
Marty Silver
Warriors' Path State Park
PO Box 5026
Kingsport, TN  37663
423-239-6786
 

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