Tag: service
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Remembering Bill Dudney
John Dudney was Kingsport’s Postmaster and the original Santa Claus on the Santa Train. He instilled a sense of community service in his family. His grandson, Bill, chose to live his life in his hometown of Kingsport, giving back every step of the way. As a student at Dobyns-Bennett, he was selected to work for…
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City & Community: Why the Kingsport Spirit Still Matters
Kingsport’s founders built the framework—but it’s up to us to keep the spirit alive through service and generosity. Have you ever thought about the difference between a city and a community? A city is a legal structure—it enforces laws, levies taxes, and manages resources through elected officials entrusted with public funds. Paying taxes isn’t optional,…
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