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Bristol Virginia Public Schools Community Overview Bristol is a twin city located on the Virginia-Tennessee state line. Bristol is part of the metropolitan statistical area of Bristol, Johnson City and Kingsport, commonly call the Tri-Cities. Bristol is a city with proud people who have a tradition of excellence and a vision for the future. Bristol's two-state location offers the unique history of Daniel Boone, a rail center for the south, and the birthplace of country music. Growth is easy for Bristol due to the central location in the middle of the nation's distribution chain. A well-trained and dedicated work force that produces quality products and services reflects the community support for business and industry growth. This dedication to work carries over into recreation and enjoyment of the city's beautiful surroundings, too. The are is nestled within national forest that bloom gloriously in the spring, with plenty of wide open spaces for hiking, picnics, golf, and camping. Hundreds of acres of the most beautiful lakes imaginable are found here. The uniqueness of this area can especially be seen in the autumn, too, when the turning colors of the foliage become a photographer's paradise. Race fans can enjoy the world-famous Bristol Motor Speedway - home of many exciting NASCAR events. Bristol also has a minor league baseball team, the Bristol White Sox. With many of the big city amenities Bristol is still small when it comes to a low crime-rate - tenth lowest in the country. Strong neighborhood ties and a sense of genuine southern hospitality make this possible. Housing choices in Bristol vary with above average quality and below average cost - 30 percent lower than the national average. Bristol's unique location offers a variety of country or city settings for homes. Only a ten-minute drive tot he city, Bristol's homes are close to work and school. Highly rated and well-funded, Bristol's school systems offer solid educations. The quality of education is important so teachers who really care are selected and ready to provide the best educational offerings. A community of neighbors within a Tri-Cities metro area approaching 550,000 makes Bristol an easy place to call home. |
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