Meat Shortages Are Impacting Restaurants In The Tri-Cities. Many Establishments Are Having To Add Surcharges Or Increase Pricing For Some Items. For Example, Purple Cow In Kingsport Has Had To Adjust Pricing On Burgers And Steak Items. Owner Brian Benson Said The Cost Of Beef Increased 300-Percent, So A Price Adjustment Was Required. In Addition, You’Ll Find Many Grocery Stores Have Placed A Limit On Meat Items.