Kingsport Blogger: Why are you thankful to live in Tri-Cities?

Sunday, November 13, 2005

Why are you thankful to live in Tri-Cities?

Attention Tri-Cities region (including all of Northeast Tennessee and Southwestern Virginia)…please feel free to forward this email

I received the following note from a reader:

“Per our conversation a few days ago, I have reflected on things that I am thankful for. I have a partial list done, in my head and heart. Considering the upcoming Thanksgiving season, it may be interesting to poll your e-list subscribers. This would be a nice follow-up to your recent comparisons of Best Places to Live.”

So, here goes. In thinking about the place we live, what are you thankful for? It doesn’t have to be an earth-shattering revelation, just a simple and genuine heartfelt statement. It can be a few words or few lines – it’s your choice!

· Why are you thankful to live in Tri-Cities?

· Why do you consider it the “best place” to live?

· Why did you stay here, or why did you move here?

· How long have you lived here?

· Where else have you lived?

· How does it fare against other places you have lived?

· What would you tell others if they were considering moving here to live or retire?

I”ll assemble the responses and publish them (anonymously) during the Thanksgiving holiday.

www.MoveToKingsport.com is located on the Tennessee-Virginia border at the crossroads of I-81 and I-26 near the geographic center of the Eastern U.S. This city of 50,000 in a metro of 308,000, was planned by renowned American planner John Nolen in his office at Harvard Square. Located in the lush green foothills of the Tennessee Valley, it is surrounded by the Southern Highlands and mountain lakes. Kingsport is home to Marriott’s www.MeadowViewResort.com and thousands of acres of unique, natural amenities at Bays Mountain and Warriors Path Parks. The natural geography provides a temperate, well-balanced climate with four seasons and a natural shelter from extreme weather. Population growth has also been well-balanced, ensuring you will not outgrow your decision to relocate. With no personal property taxes, special assessments, or state income taxes on salaries/wages, you’ll find that Kingsport has a very low cost of living coupled with an exceptionally high quality of life (see for yourself at www.BestPlaces.net). The regional airport (TRI) has direct flights to Atlanta, Charlotte, Orlando and St. Pete/Clearwater with easy access, parking, and virtually no security lines. The public education system was planned by Columbia University and Newsweek has repeatedly recognized the local high school as one of the best in America. Year in and year out our graduates go on to the top colleges and universities (and without costly private school tuition fees). Harvard also recognized Kingsport in 2009 with the Innovations in American Government Award for its higher education initiative. What are you waiting for? It’s time to leave the high costs, traffic jams, and stress behind and discover this hidden gem.