Planning Is Underway For The City Of Kingsport’s Centennial Birthday Bash. The Model City Was Chartered March 2nd Of 1917. A 28-Member Committee Has Been Established To Help Plan The Celebration, Which Is Expected To Run All Throughout 2017. City Leaders Are Hoping To Have At Least One Notable Event Each Month Throughout The Year. In Addition, The Idea Of A Centennial Sculpture Is Being Considered.