August 28, 2026
John Gullion
US Marshals charge man with threats against officer
From Staff ReportsThe U.S. Marshals’ Smoky Mountains Fugitive Task Force arrested Justin Allen Crum Thursday for threats against a public official and for absconding from… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Hamblen County 4-H Students Compete at Shelbyville
From Contributed Reports Seven members of Hamblen County 4-H competed at the 2026 4-H Horse Championships in Shelbyville the week of June 23-27. These students… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Federal judges allow new Tennessee congressional map that splits majority-Black district in Memphis
A federal judicial panel has allowed Tennessee to use a new congressional map that splits apart a majority-Black district in Memphis, providing another legal victory… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
SEC’s move to 9-game conference schedules pauses some rivalries and awakens others
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — It used to be the biggest rivalry game of the week, the month — maybe the entire season.In 2026, Florida and… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
An excavation in Taiwan searches for remains of Japanese soldiers lost in WWII ship sinking
PINGTUNG, Taiwan (AP) — Heads bowed, experts offered their respects on Monday ahead of an excavation aimed at recovering the remains of Japanese soldiers from… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Titans’ Jeffery Simmons is voted the top interior defensive lineman in the NFL by an AP panel
Jeffery Simmons followed his first All-Pro season by signing a contract that made him the highest-paid defensive tackle ever in the NFL. The Tennessee Titans… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Coach Carter, who inspired movie, to speak at WSCC
Coach Ken Carter, whose decision to bench an undefeated basketball team over academics inspired the 2005 film “Coach Carter,” will headline the 15th Annual East Tennessee Literacy Conference at Walters State Community College.
Back When: Everidge Takes Art to Others
By Jim Claborn Mike Everidge is among several talented local artists whose work is proudly displayed across the community.His journey to developing his skill was… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
The Hawkins Rescue Squad receives a $32K grant
From Contributed ReportsOn March 27, Hawkins County Rescue Squad received notice from the State of Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Fire Prevention Division that… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Education Briefs
Jonathan Brimer Graduates from Valdosta StateVALDOSTA, GA — Jonathan Brimer, of Talbott, has earned the Education Specialist in Teacher Leadership from Valdosta State University.Brimer is… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close