With the Carousel Project nearing completion, the next addition to the Kingsport Midway will be based on the London Eye and similar oversized Ferris wheels. At 364 feet, it will dominate the Model City skyline. A local businessman who wishes to remain anonymous has pledged the millions of dollars necessary to build what will be called ‘The Big Pal.’ It is expected to be ready for Kingsport’s centennial in 2017 and feature hot-dog shaped passenger compartments.