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Kiwanis Club president Amy Edwards (above, far left) and the Literacy Council honored award recipients (from left) Karen Cassell, Rod Barnett, Mike Graham, Brad Hoover, Leigh Anne W. Hoover and Literacy Council Board of Directors President John Grubb.
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Literacy Council of Kingsport, Kiwanis recognize volunteers

The annual Literacy Legacy Volunteer Recognition and Appreciation Dinner was held Nov. 7 at The Press Room in Kingsport.

Nov 25, 2019 at 4:30 PM
Literacy Council of Kingsport volunteer tutor Rod Barnett (left) and ESL student Ana Orozco work together in a one-on-one tutoring session, which provides specialized instruction by trained volunteers to help adults improve their literacy skills needed in order to achieve individual goals, such as improving job skills, obtaining citizenship and engaging in their child's education.
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Literacy Council of Kingsport works to address adult literacy crisis

Today begins the annual Adult Education and Family Literacy Week to remind us all that basic reading, writing, math and technology skills remain an elusive target for 36 million adults nationwide, including more than 12 percent of adults in our community.

Sep 23, 2019 at 10:30 AM
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Got knowledge? Put it to good use at Literacy Council’s Trivia Night

The format will consist of four rounds of general trivia, with eight regular questions each and one mega question in each round.

Aug 8, 2019 at 10:29 AM
The Literacy Council of Kingsport provides free one-on-one tutoring for adults and qualified children in Sullivan, Hawkins and Washington counties in Tennessee and Scott County in Southwest Virginia.
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Literacy Council offers adults a shot at spelling glory

The council’s first “Spelldown,” an adult spelling bee fundraiser, will be held June 10 at Gypsy Circus Cider Company in Kingsport. For a $15 entry fee, you could spell your way to victory and help raise funds to support literacy efforts in our community.

Jun 4, 2019 at 7:30 PM
The Oasis of Kingsport provides access to laundry and shower facilities, counseling and support groups, job and education assistance, as well as life skills classes.
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‘Handbags with a Heart’ bring smiles to women at The Oasis of Kingsport

The Literacy Council of Kingsport partnered with Gravelly Baptist Church’s Women On Mission group to make Mother’s Day extra special for women at The Oasis of Kingsport.

May 23, 2019 at 10:30 AM
Were the Champions was one of the teams to participate in the event.
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Literacy Council fundraiser delivers fun-filled evening

The Literacy Council of Kingsport hosted its 13th annual Savvy SCRABBLE® Social game night fundraiser on Friday, March 8, at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Kingsport.

Apr 7, 2019 at 4:30 PM
The Literacy Council of Kingsport is a 501(c)(3) organization providing tutoring for adults and qualified children to improve their reading and writing skills and advocating for literacy within the Greater Kingsport community. To learn more, visit literacycouncilofkingsport.org.
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Get your game on for Literacy Council of Kingsport

Do you have a way with words? If so, the Savvy SCRABBLE Social gives you a chance to put those skills to use to help raise funds for the Literacy Council of Kingsport

Feb 28, 2019 at 4:30 PM
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Literacy Council seeks volunteer tutors

A free training for new adult tutors will be held on Saturday, Feb. 9, at the Kingsport Public Library with a required tutor orientation to be completed prior to the training.

Jan 24, 2019 at 4:30 PM
Award recipients included: Joe Jernigan (center) who, along with Charlotte Dade, received the Betty Andersen Memorial Outstanding Tutor awards
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Literacy Council, Kiwanis Club honor volunteers with 'legacy' awards

The annual Literacy Legacy Volunteer Recognition and Appreciation Dinner honors three longtime literacy advocates and their families by presenting memorial awards: the Betty Andersen Memorial Outstanding Tutor awards, “Spirit of Barbara Goodlett” award, and the “Shirley Jackson Silent Service” award.

Nov 26, 2018 at 4:29 PM
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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
From left to right: Student Chan Paek, tutor Walt Scott and student Valentina Maksuti
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Students from Kosovo, South Korea reflect on Literacy Council’s impact

After coming to the U.S. from Kosovo and South Korea, respectively, Valentina Maksuti and Chan Paek knew very little about reading, writing or speaking English. But with the help of the Literacy Council’s English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) program, both have made significant strides toward advancing their careers and achieving their personal goals.

May 14, 2018 at 11:18 AM
The Literacy Council of Kingsport is a 501(c)(3) organization that provides tutoring for adults and qualified children to improve their reading and writing skills and advocates for literacy within the Greater Kingsport community.
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Literacy Council of Kingsport has been changing lives for more than 30 years

Whether it’s through adult basic literacy training or the English Speakers of Other Languages program, many people in the city and the surrounding region have been impacted by the Literacy Council’s free services, which are made possible by volunteers and donations.

May 14, 2018 at 11:16 AM
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Literacy Council needs volunteer tutors

The council is seeking several volunteers to train adult students who are looking to improve their literacy skills. Volunteers can tutor during the day or evening for as little as one hour per week.

Jan 25, 2018 at 9:30 PM
Memorial awards presented at the Literacy Legacy Volunteer Recognition and Appreciation Dinner honor longtime literacy advocates and their families. Recipients of this year's awards include Sue Cassidy (top left, third from left) who along with Judy Fischer received the 2017 Betty Andersen Memorial Outstanding Adult Tutor award
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Literacy Council, Kiwanis Club recognize value of volunteers

The Literacy Council of Kingsport partnered with the Kiwanis Club of Kingsport to recognize volunteers for their commitment to literacy at the annual Literacy Legacy Volunteer Recognition and Appreciation Dinner.

Dec 22, 2017 at 4:30 PM
Among the highlights in June was the Rhythms and Rides Festival, held June 24 in Downtown Kingsport, to benefit Holston Home for Children.
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Out & About: Goodbye June, Hello July

Our Out & About with Katherine column shares the joy of community events through the rear-view mirror, while the calendar tells us what’s coming up around the bend.

Jul 14, 2017 at 4:30 PM
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