This is one view of artist Dale Chihuly's installations in Biltmore's Italian Garden, with the mansion seen in the distance.

PHOTO GALLERY: Chihuly at Biltmore

It’s the first time art has been exhibited in Biltmore’s historic gardens and estate staff and the artist, Dale Chihuly, began planning for the 16 installations across the estate more than two years ago. It continues through October 7.

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Rogersville Arts Council

Young performers invited to attend Broadway Show Choir Camp June 18-22

This year, students have the opportunity to learn and perform classic songs from the American musical theatre. Students will learn songs from shows such as Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown, Annie, Get Your Gun, The Sound of Music, The Music Man, and Bye, Bye, Birdie.

Jun 16, 2018 at 8:30 AM

New Vision Youth volunteer hundreds of hours each year to the betterment of the community. Annual events include an annual cleanup, the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, a grandparents luncheon and more.

Sunday Stories

Out & About with Katherine: Staying busy is easy these days

This week’s Out & About with Katherine column highlights New Vision Youth and their many activities, Saturdays with the Chef and tomorrow’s Saturday in the Gardens event.

Jun 15, 2018 at 10:30 AM

Downtown Kingsport

This weekend in downtown Kingsport

Yappy Hour at High Voltage, Musical Bingo at Model City Tap House, Macado’s karaoke, Twlight Alive with the Benny Wilson Band, Wine & Art After Dark. TD Hicks at Beef O Brady’s, Cutthroat Shamrock at the Sleepy Owl, Saturday Chefs at Kingsport Farmer’s Market and Matt “Elvis” Dollar at the Pickin’ Porch

Jun 14, 2018 at 8:30 AM

Kingsport Carousel

Children's book explores magic of the Kingsport Carousel

“Ups and Downs of the Merry-Go-Round” is written by BB Joyner (of Franklin, Tenn.) and illustrated by “Buffalo” Joe Pilkenton, the man responsible for carving the well-known buffalo that was used to promote the carousel project.

Jun 13, 2018 at 7:30 PM

Singer Sylvia trusts her gut for 'Second Bloom'

This hit singer, who headline the Appalachia Fair twice, has released a “re-imagined” version of some of her most popular songs.

Jun 13, 2018 at 11:12 AM

Long Island Iced Tea

Dual dates set for Kingsport-NY Long Island Iced Tea taste-off

Visit Kingsport ruffled some New York feathers last month by announcing Kingsport was ‘reclaiming’ its right to the title ‘Birthplace of the Long Island Iced Tea.’ A crew from here will travel to Long Island, N.Y. in a couple of weeks, and the team from up yonder will travel to Kingsport during Fun Fest.

Updated Jun 13, 2018 at 7:48 AM

Barter Theatre

See a Barter show by helping the hungry

Barter Theatre will stay true to its name this week by bringing back “Barter Days,” which will allow patrons to trade canned and dried food items for show admission. Food proceeds will benefit those in need in the community.

Jun 12, 2018 at 7:15 PM

Winners announced in Kingsport Spring Spectacular Photography Contest

There is still one award to be determined, and here’s where you come in. The "People's Choice" Award is voted on by the patrons coming to see the exhibit.

Updated Jun 12, 2018 at 3:19 PM

Summer camps at Kingsport Theatre Guild offer students an opportunity to explore new interests and learn valuable skills that can be applied in a variety of ways in both the classroom and in their careers.

Sunday Stories

KTG camps provide fun and meaningful summer activities

Kingsport Theatre Guild Film Camp and Kingsport Theatre Guild Youth and Teen Camps can open up the world of film and theater, providing education and guidance in the areas of writing, directing, casting, editing, acting and stage managing in concentrated periods of study and practical application.

Jun 12, 2018 at 10:30 AM

Literacy Council of Kingsport

Bestselling author Kimberly Belle to speak at Literacy Council luncheon

After growing up in Kingsport and moving away after high school, bestselling author Kimberly Belle will be returning to her hometown later this month to speak at a fundraiser luncheon for the Literacy Council of Kingsport and Friends of Allandale.

Jun 10, 2018 at 12:30 PM

Lonesome Pine Library chosen for Big Read grant

Lonesome Pine Regional Library will receive a $13,830 grant to host the NEA Big Read, a national initiative of the NEA in partnership with Arts Midwest. The NEA Big Read program seeks to broaden our understanding of our world, our communities and ourselves through the joy of sharing a good book.

Jun 9, 2018 at 8:30 PM

2018 Best Friend Festival

Norton's Best Friend Festival under way

The city of Norton’s Best Friend Festival begins with Kids Fishing Day on Saturday at the Norton Reservoir and offers a variety of events and musical offerings through next Saturday.

Jun 9, 2018 at 8:30 AM

Rogersville Arts Council

Rogersville hosts Spring Festival, Vintage Fair all day Saturday

There's plenty to do in Rogersville this weekend as the Appalachian Spring Festival, which was canceled last month due to the threat of rain, will be held all day Saturday at Crockett Springs Park.

Jun 8, 2018 at 12:11 PM

This just might be the best seat in the fairgrounds house to take in the view of the 105th VA-KY District Fair & Horse Show, all 360 degrees in seconds in fact. Carnival rides presented by The Great James H. Drew Exposition.

Two days left for VA-KY District Fair

Fabulous weather and tons of family fun have been the perfect combination for the 105th VA-KY District Fair & Horse Show in Wise County all week, and those two factors will keep right on rolling through Friday and Saturday’s finale.

Jun 7, 2018 at 8:30 PM