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BMA Recap: December Dec 26, 2019

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Hear City Manager Chris McCartt review what passed, who got recognized, and more from December's Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings.
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Kingsport Fire Department & Holiday Safety Dec 12, 2019

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Barry Brickey from the Kingsport Fire Department joins Chris and Hannah to talk all things firefighting and how to keep your home safe this holiday season.

BMA Recap: November Nov 25, 2019

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Chris and Hannah break down the highlights from both November Board of Mayor and Alderman meetings.

Public Works with Ryan McReynolds Nov 14, 2019

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Public Works Director Ryan McReynolds joins the show to talk all about the department he oversees, from paving to pump stations and more.

Highlighting Heroes: Kristie Leonard Oct 31, 2019

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It takes a village, as they say, and one City of Kingsport employee who knows that better than anyone is Kristie Leonard, the city's special events coordinator. For our first episode highlighting the great work city employees do, Chris talks with Kristie about what it takes to pull off events like FunFest and managing the Kingsport Farmers Market.

Staying Safe on Halloween Oct 24, 2019

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Halloween is right around the corner, and it's one of the most kid-friendly holidays there is—but it also presents some safety concerns. Hannah talks with the Kingsport Police Department's Public Information Officer Tom Patton about the best ways to keep you and your kids safe while you're out having Halloween fun.

BMA Recap 10/15 Oct 17, 2019

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Chris and Hannah go over what was on this week's short and sweet "fall break agenda" at Kingsport's Board of Mayor & Alderman meeting.

State of the City Oct 10, 2019

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You've heard of the State of the Union Address, but did you know the leaders of Kingsport give a State of the City Address too? In this episode, Chris breaks down what he talked about at the October 4 event.

Bays Mountain Park Oct 07, 2019

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In October's Deep Dive episode, Chris and Hannah talk with Rob Cole, the park manager of Bays Mountain Park & Planetarium. Bays Mountain is often referred to as Kingsport's "crown jewel," but what makes this city-owned park so special, and what's in store for its future?

BMA Recap 10/1 Oct 03, 2019

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Chris and Hannah recap this week's Board of Mayor and Alderman meeting. Listen to hear about some recent grants the City of Kingsport has appropriated and what projects they'll be going toward.

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