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Jefferson County Sheriff's Department in Pursuit of Stabbing Suspect in White Pine
A manhunt is underway in Jefferson County as the sheriff's department searches for a stabbing suspect described as a white male in his mid-twenties to thirties, sporting blonde hair and distinctive tattoos. The incident in question took place Sunday on Old Airport Road, a thoroughfare in the quiet enclave of White Pine, authorities said.
Blount County Sheriff's Office identifies victim, suspect in Friday's shooting
Corey D. Baerns, 54, of Pryor Road, Maryville, is dead after a shooting Friday night, April 26. A suspect is in custody. The Blount County Sheriff’s Office on Monday afternoon identified Baerns as the victim in Friday’s shooting and the identity of the suspect. Deputies identified 31-year-old Jeffrey Dain Rimback of Glover Road, Rockford, as a suspect in their investigation. BCSO said Rimback was currently charged with making false reports...
TDOT lists Blount road projects
The Tennessee Department of Transportation included two Blount County road projects in its construction report for May 2-8. Alcoa Highway between Tabcat Creek and North Carolina State Line. Motorists should be alert for possible lane closures between the hours of 6 a.m. and 6 p.m. through this resurfacing project. Motorists should be alert for workers present, slow or stopped traffic, and use extreme caution through this area. Louisville Road bridge over CSX Railroad: Motorists should be alert for workers present and possible temporary lane closures through this bridge repair project. Motorists should use extreme caution through this area.
Blount County Schools votes to partially fund $10.8 million in renovations to William Blount High School's Career and Technical Education building
The Blount County Board of Education this week approved about half of the $10.8 million for renovations to the career and technical education building at William Blount High School. School board members split, 4-3, on their first vote on the project Thursday narrowly approving the bid of Jenkins & Stiles LLC for $10.78 million. Members Brian King, Phil Porter and Joe Lindsey said after the meeting they are in favor of the renovations but are concerned about the financing. ...
Gaining an edge: Townsend Volunteer Fire Department expands fitness goals
Over 1 million people visit our national park each year, with many of them leaving their footprints in Townsend. For Townsend Volunteer Fire Department, there’s lots of ground to cover. Its coverage area runs from Hatchers Cut to Wesley Woods, Wears Valley Road to the Sevier County Line; in the national park it provides protection for structure fires to the Sinks and Cades Cove. Add to that swift-water rope rescues and medical calls when needed in Great Smoky Mountains National Park — and the scope...
BCSO Citizen's Academy Alumni presents check for for Deputy McCowan and Deputy Eggers' funds
Blount County Sheriff’s Office Citizen's Academy Alumni Organization members presented a check for BCSO Deputy McCowan and BCSO Deputy Eggers' trust funds Tuesday afternoon. The BSCOCAAA, which consists of alumni from the BSCO Citizen’s Academy, raised the money through member dues and donations from its members. President and 2020 graduate Kevin McNeill said, “We voted on taking some of the organization’s funds to make those donations, and then one of...
Alcoa eyes fall electric rate adjustment
Local electric customers could see small increases in their base rate this fall. With a rate hike from the Tennessee Valley Authority last year and the possibility of another in the coming months, electric employees across the county are analyzing their processes and budgets. Ryan Trentham, director of the Alcoa Electric Department, said Alcoa customers will likely see a minor adjustment to their base rate in October. Greg McClain, city manager for Maryville, said Maryville is still analyzing its electric system, but any local adjustment...
'I owe this season to them': Sane thanks Cosby seniors after season-ending loss
WASHBURN — Peyton Raines slapped a single at Washburn High School on Thursday, then fist-bumped Cosby coach Travis Sane at first base. It was a fitting image for Cosby’s final game of the season, as Sane bid farewell to his seniors after Eagles lost to Hancock County 9-4 in the District 2-A Tournament. “I don’t know where to begin,” said Sane on Friday, referring to seniors Peyton Raines, Cyler Davis...
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