Local News

Five years after Summer Wells’ disappearance, TBI remains on the case
Monday June 15 marked the 5th anniversary of the disappearance of Summer Wells from her home on Ben Hill Road in Hawkins County.
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.

EAA Young Eagles update community on airplane build
The Experimental Aircraft Association Morristown Chapter 1494’s newest project is ready to take flight.

No Place Like Home: New residents share what makes Morristown feel like home
New residents share what makes Morristown feel like home
Two injured when tractor trailer tire blows on I-40
A tire blowout on a tractor- trailer on Interstate 40 westbound resulted in two people being injured in the traffic resulting from it Wednesday.

Unoccupied SUV rolls into duplex
An unoccupied SUV rolled down a hillside and crashed into a Hamblen County duplex Thursday evening, causing significant damage but no injuries, according to East Hamblen Volunteer Fire Department Chief Larry Boatman.
Hamblen School Nutrition experiencing success with Summer Meal Distribution
So far, there have been some hiccups in the Bulk Feeding efforts by Hamblen County Schools and the U.S. Department of Agriculture, mainly that the need is greater than anticipated.

A Coach’s Calling: Pattie Ruth Taylor discusses journey to second title
How Pattie Ruth Taylor’s Russellville roots helped create a champion

Lakeway Departments compete for 2026 ‘Best-Looking’ Cruiser
A total of 11 police and sheriff’s agencies in the Lakeway Area are competing to see whose law enforcement cruiser will be named Tennessee’s “Best Looking” Cruiser.

Leigh Ann Mills named Special Olympics Tennessee Coach of the Year
A Hamblen County Special Needs educator has been recognized by a state organization for her service.
