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NPD increasing seat belt enforcement
As summer kicks off and families hit the road for vacation, The Newport Police Department posted on its Facebook page that it is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to remind motorists to Click It or Ticket. From May 20 through June 2, participating agencies across the state will increase seat belt enforcement as part of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) nationwide mobilization. “We want seat...
Traveling around town on his scooter
NEWPORT — With the cost of gas, many people are looking for a more affordable form of transportation. Riding a scooter is an economical way to get around, but it can also be a fun form of transportation. If you see someone making their way around Newport on their scooter, it is most likely Robert Thacker. Thacker, who owns Myers Diversified Recycling, enjoys riding his scooter around town. The scooter can go as fast as 28 mph. He said that the owner’s manual says that...
Peace Officers Memorial
The Peace Officers Memorial ceremony was held on the Cocke Count courthouse lawn Friday morning. The annual ceremony is part of National Police Week, which takes place in May to honor the law enforcement community. The ceremony remembers those who have died in the line of duty. Cocke County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) deputies and Newport Police Department (NPD) officers participated in the event. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy proclaimed...
Sevierville’s Bloomin’ BBQ Music & Food Festival to include Dolly Parton singing competition
Sevierville’s Bloomin’ BBQ Music & Food Festival is making its way back into East Tennessee, and it’ll include a uniquely East Tennessee singing competition, inspired by Dolly Parton.
Kochanowicz nearly perfect for Pandas in 5-0 win
KODAK, TENNESSEE – Starting right-hander Jack Kochanowicz (W, 1) was brilliant Saturday evening for Rocket City as he tossed eight innings of shutout baseball, allowing only two hits and striking out six in the Trash Pandas’ 5-0 victory over the Smokies. Kochanowicz allowed two singles, which were the...
WATCH: Friday with Tennessee Smokies Baseball, Summer Travel Tips and in the Kitchen with Dollywood!
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — It’s Friday, and we have a fun weekend ahead with events and happenings in East Tennessee! If you are looking to get out and about, check out some of the segments you might have missed. WATCH: Friday with Tennessee Smokies Baseball, Summer Travel Tips...
Woman attempts robberies at multiple convenience stores in Morristown on Mother’s Day
The Morristown Police Department is investigating after a woman reportedly armed with a weapon tried to rob three convenience stores Sunday. An undisclosed amount of money was taken from one of the stores.
National Police Week: Memorials held across East Tennessee for fallen law enforcement
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — May 15 is a national day of remembrance meant to honor and memorialize law enforcement officers who die in the line of duty. It's known as Peace Officers Memorial Day, and this year it falls in the middle of Police Week, running from May 12 through May 18.
Taste of Tennessee
In partnership with Visit Sevierville, G&G brought a Smoky Mountain-inspired supper to Helen restaurant in downtown Birmingham, Alabama. Guests enjoyed whiskey cocktails from Tennessee Shine Co. and a collaborative family-style meal by Deron Little, executive chef of Seasons 101 in Sevierville and Rob McDaniel, owner and executive chef of Helen.
Accused Newport bank robber extradited from California
The man accused in the March 22 robbery of Newport Federal Bank is back in Tennessee. Jeremiah Senter, 34, did not fight extradition from California where he was arrested March 28. Senter was picked up from the Los Angeles County Detention Center by Cocke County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Assistant Chief Chuck Evans and CCSO Sgt. Blake Cupp. Senter had been detained at the facility since his arrest. Evans and Cupp...
Newport Speedway roaring back to life this summer with a new owner
NEWPORT, Tenn. (WVLT) - Chuck Ward has made a living flipping homes, but now, he’s taking on a larger scale flip – Newport Speedway. “We had a race team when I was younger, and we actually won our last race here as a late model team, so I always been a race fan, and I thought, why not buy a racetrack,” Ward said.
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