 It is part of the Kingsport–Bristol (TN)–Bristol (VA) Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is a component of the Johnson City–Kingsport–Bristol, TN-VA Combined Statistical Area – commonly known as the "Tri-Cities" region.The quiet community of Meadowview was called Meadow View (two separate words) until the 1930s.Native American trails passed near the later site of the town.