May 29, 2026
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Hamblen Sheriff’s Office presents budget requests
As he begins his second term as Hamblen County Sheriff, Chad Mullins and Executive Assistant Michele Green presented the Hamblen County Finance Committee its requests for Fiscal Year 2027 at the committees meeting Monday evening.
K-9 Grimm to receive donation of body armor
K-9 Grimm, the newest member of the Hamblen County Sheriff’s Office, will receive a bullet and stab protective vest, thanks to a charitable donation from the nonprofit organization, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.
Ronald Crockett Thompson
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Patsy B. Long
Patsy B. Long, 73, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, surround by her family. She loved to watch her grandsons race and was one of their biggest supporters. Patsy loved to cook, and some might say her fried potatoes were the best they’ve ever had. She attended Landmark Church.
Geneva Bolden
Geneva Bolden, age 83, of Bulls Gap, passed away Monday, May 11, 2026 at her home.
Grant Holmes and 3 relievers pitch 1-hitter against Cubs, leading MLB-best Braves to 5-2 win
ATLANTA (AP) — Grant Holmes combined with three relievers on a one-hitter, Austin Riley and Mike Yastrzemski homered and the Atlanta Braves beat the Chicago Cubs 5-2 on Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game set between the National League’s top teams.
ACC formally backs Big Ten’s push for College Football Playoff to expand to 24 teams
AMELIA ISLAND, Fla. (AP) — The Atlantic Coast Conference is backing the Big Ten’s push for a 24-team playoff, commissioner Jim Phillips said Wednesday.
What might LeBron James do next? He has plenty of options for next season and beyond
LeBron James has options.
Steve Kerr signs two-year contract to continue coaching Warriors
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Steve Kerr has signed his new two-year contract to remain coach of the Golden State Warriors.
Grainger County School board member Blanken indicted on statutory rape charges
A Grainger County School board member who also served as a substitute teacher has been indicted following charges of an inappropriate relationship with a teenager Steve Blanken - who represents District 2 - was arrested in February after allegations arose about an inappropriate relationship with a child arose. The alleged incident occurred in Blanken’s vehicle which was parked at a remote location.