August 30, 2026
Living
The private school choice boom leaves behind many kids in public school
FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) — The Catholic school tour ended, and Maria Contreras felt an overwhelming desire to enroll her 7-year-old. But first, a difficult question for the principal.
Juneteenth celebration set for Friday
The 2026 Hamblen Juneteenth Celebration is scheduled from 4 to 10 p.m. this Friday at Morristown Landing and organizers say it’s jam packed with great talent, food and more, all ready to celebrate the national holiday.
‘BikeWalk’ coming to Morristown August 22
The first “1000 Mile BikeWalk for Prevention” will be held Saturday, August 22 at Morristown Landing Events Center, located at 4355 Durham Landing in Morristown. This event is a fundraiser for the Hamblen County Substance Abuse Coalition and its prevention programs.
Hancock Health Department, agencies provide information to new, expecting parents, families
The Hawkins County Health Department and many community partners will host their Annual Baby Shower for expectant parents and families, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., Friday, June. 26, at the Hancock County Health Department, located at 222 Public Health Drive in Sneedville.
McClellan, McMahan graduate from WSCC Law Enforcement Academy
Two Hamblen County deputies, Deputy Luke McClellan and Deputy Matthew McMahan recently graduated from the Walters State Community College Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy, Class #140.
Bible Thought
As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him;
HCRS Tech Katie Collins Graduates from WSCC Law Enforcement Academy
Hawkins County Rescue Squad Rescue Technician Katie Collins recently graduated from Walters State Community College’s Regional Law Enforcement Training Academy.
First UMC to host American Red Cross Blood Drive June 30
First United Methodist Church will host an American Red Cross Blood Drive in the FUMC gym from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 30.
Walters State Community College
Walters State Spring President’s List