Kudos To The Generosity Of Kingsport Firefighters. Following The September Blood Drive Sponsored By The Marsh Regional Blood Center, The Kingsport Fire Department Is This Year’s Winner Of The Battle Of The Badges Competition For Donating The Most Blood. According To Fire Chief Craig Dye, His Department Handles Many Trauma Calls, Car Wrecks, Falls, Work Injuries, So They See First Hand The Need For Blood Donations. As A Result Of The Battle Of The Badges Campaign, The Marsh Regional Blood Center Has Received About 200 Units Of Blood.