About Sullivan County, TN

Shrub did it again. Kyle Busch dominated Bristol's Food City 500 Sprint Cup race today in Tennessee. I love NASCAR, but I have to admit that it was a pretty boring race for the most part. Kyle headed to the front early and didn't let up for most of the 500 laps. Short tracks tend to have either many wrecks/cautions or long runs. There were a total of nine yellow flags, but no major wreckage (which is a good thing for all involved). And, happily, my boy Jeff Gordon wracked up another Top 5 finish (his third Top 5 in five races, fourth Top 10) and has stretched his points lead in the 2009 Standings by even more by finishing 4th today. And a quick shout out to Kasey Kahne for finishing 5th, too. Way to go, Kasey!

Did anyone else think it was a pretty boring race? Go ahead, tell me I'm an idiot if you think so. It's not that I want anyone to get seriously hurt. And, when Kyle bumped his teammate Denny Hamlin to go to the front of the pack, I didn't think that was so awful (even though I am definitely NOT a Shrub fan) because he didn't spin Denny to get ahead. I don't agree that spinning someone is just racing. Rubbin' is racin' means a little bump here and there is not a big deal. Spinning IS a big deal. That's chicken-(censored) racing to me. Anyway, stay tuned to Fox next Sunday at 1:30pm ET for more short track racing at Martinsville.

Top 5 Results of 2009 Bristol Food City 500:

1. Kyle Busch (#18)

2. Denny Hamlin (#11)

3. Jimmie Johnson (#48)

4. Jeff Gordon (#24)

5. Kasey Kahne (#9)

Heather Chavez - Second Self Virtual Assistance: When There Isn't Enough of You to Go Around!

SIGNS OF STRENGTH IN THE HOUSING MARKET here in EAST TENNESSEE

Just another reason to come and live in Tri-Cities Area.

Kingsport-Bristol named 2nd highest appreciation for House Price Index in Nation

Below is the link to the FULL REPORT. check it out

Record Home Price Declines in Fourth Quarter; Isolated Pockets of Strength

Offering a dynamic combination of pristine beauty and cutting-edge technology, the city of Kingsport is a beacon of hospitality in an increasingly impersonal world. Here, our business resources are as plentiful as the forested mountains that surround us, and our educational opportunities are as accessible as your next-door-neighbor.

With a radiant smile, we welcome you to our fair city - a brilliant place to live, work and retire. PLEASE VISIT MY GREAT CITY

http://www.movetokingsport.com/

Featured Links from our great Kingsport chamber website

211-- Social Services Hotline

Making care to its citizens top priority, Kingsport's community services are available to you by simply dialing 211. You'll quickly be connected to Contact-Concern [sponsored by United Way], where you can either find help or give help to those in need.

Air Service

The Tri Cities Regional Airport offers convenient local access to worldwide destinations. Just miles from Kingsport's downtown, you'll be on your way in no time.

City of Kingsport

Kingsport's homepage offers a closer look at "Tennessee's Bright Spot."

Climate

Temperatures here in Kingsport are delightfully mild year-round [averaging 66 degrees Fahrenheit], and our temperate climate affords a spectacular display of all four seasons.

Colleges & Universities

"Tennessee's Bright Spot" is proof that you don't have to wander far from home to earn a high-quality education you can be proud of. Our higher-learning institutions offer specialized, respected training for a wealth of careers.

Cost-Of-Living

Kingsport features one of the most affordable costs-of-living in the nation, allowing you more spending power for your hard-earned dollar. In Kingsport proper, for example, residents pay no income, personal property, or vehicle taxes.

Kingsport Chamber of Commerce

Learn how "The Port of Kings" gives its businesses the "Royal Treatment."

Name

Kingsport is, quite notably, the only city with this name in the entire United States...

Newspapers

Our residents are always "in the know," thanks to these reliable and respected local news sources.

Population

Kingsport is located within a retail and restaurant service area of 1.1 million people.

Region

Kingsport is the crown jewel of an area locally known as the "Mountain Empire." Located in the northeast corner of Tennessee, we're surrounded by prominent mountains and diverse waterways.

Utilities

When you've decided to make our bright city your new address, these utility providers will arrange all the necessities to provide for the comforts of home.

Visit Kingsport

The Kingsport Convention and Visitors Bureau's web site is a great place to explore what's happening in our bright city.

• 

  Take a ride on the bus! All aboard

• 

  Graceful Southern Living at its best

• 

  Kingsport Ambassadors

I invite all of you to check THESE LINKS OUT

Hey everyone if your are interested in getting educated about BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME and live in or within driving distance of Kingsport, TN, YOU ARE PERSONALLY INVITED TO OUR SEMINAR. SEE BELOW FOR INFORMATION.

Want to save $$$

FREE HOME BUYER'S SEMINAR

Thinking of buying a home?

A community service Event provided by

The Byrd Home Team, RE/MAX Results

TEN Easy steps to Buying a Home plus you will receive a HOMEBUYER notebook.

When: Every 2nd Saturday Starting with this MONTH February and will continue thru May

March 14^th, April 11^th, and May 9^th

WHERE: RE/MAX Results 1567 Eastman Rd. Suite#14, Kingsport, TN

Informative and Interesting- Everything you need to know about buying a home.

This seminar could save you Thousands of Dollars and could make owning your Dream Home a Reality.

To pre-register Call the Team Direct at Buyers Hotline 423-247-2277 or call toll free (no agent, just information) 1-800-224-2007, ID #2902

Seating is limited so call today reserve a seat at the Seminar

OR visit www.ByrdHomeTeam.com and click on BUYERS FREE SEMINAR

On SITE FOR THE SEMINAR:

Realtors: BYRD HOME TEAM: 247-8121

or Linda Robinson 247-8004

Mortgage Loan Officer: Prospect Mortgage Mark Wells and Julie Mitchell

Closing Company: Lender's Title & Escrow, Amanda Stines

Tax Service: Appalachia Accounting & Tax, Ralph Barkley

**AGENTS if you have buyers whom you know have recently moved to this area and are still looking this is a GREAT opportunity to get EDUCATED about the "buying options of today" Call us or me for more info... **

Bays Mountain is a 3,550 acre outdoor playground. Home to Otters, deer, bobcats, wild turkeys, beaver dams wolf habitat and a cave system. It has 27 miles of hiking trails that weave around the park up in the mountains and around the lake. It has a learning center and a planetarium. There are barge rides, and duck watching. Up-close views of falcons, owls, snakes and turtles. Perfect for an afternoon with family. A great place to picnic and enjoy the beauty of the area. Check out their website at www.baysmountain.com

Just another perk to living in Northeast Tennessee!

Hey guys I jusT posted two great homes that are located in the heart of my home town and I know with the changes happening in the work place that some of you may have to be RELOCATED TO NEW AREAS for your jobs... If that is the case let me just tell you KINGSPORT, IS GREAT PLACE TO WORK AND LIVE whether you are raising or want to raise a family or would much rather have entertainment, good restaurants, and activities to do.

SCHOOLS: Many of our local schools are 21st CENTURY CLASSROOMS

Award-winning schools [and the fact that we are the only municipality in the United States to guarantee four semesters of college tuition to every graduating senior] are just one indication that Kingsport's primary focus is on nurturing our families, whether they're established or just beginning to grow. Kingsport's continuous efforts on behalf of our young people are brilliantly apparent everywhere you look, as our bright community frequently features family-centered festivals, cultural events, and learning opportunities at little or no cost to residents. We WELCOME to our family community diversity. Please come check out us.. we would love to have you...

This Rosedale Community that these 4 homes are located in offers its residents outstanding opportunities for both primary and secondary education. Kingsport City Schools, comprised of seven elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school, is committed to providing excellence in education for all students.

All Kingsport City Schools are accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The System has also received the Governor's A+ Award each year it has been offered. In 1996, Money Magazine ranked Kingsport City Schools one of the top 10 school districts in the United States that offered academic excellence in an area with reasonably-priced housing.

HEALTHCARE

I know that this is another area that is important for families...

It has been reported that the medical and dental facilities meet the highest standards of quality, and feature two major hospital systems [including a "Thomson Top 100 Heart Hospital," which is a designation based on patient outcomes]. With a focus on preventative care and state-of-the-art technology and support,

Here is some number of Just for Kingsport and Sullivan county

Health Care (Sullivan County)

Total Hospital Beds	1,170
Hospitals	6
Doctors	533
Dentists	105
Nursing Homes	9
Assisted Living	9

the city of Kingsport and its surrounding area have capitalized on a temperate climate, abundant natural resources, and a capable workforce to create a fulfilling, affordable, and accessible quality-of-life on every level.

Come and live... We would love to have you.