May 29, 2026
News
West Hamblen County home destroyed by fire
A home in West Hamblen County was destroyed by a fire on Wednesday evening.
Eleven indicted in Knox theft conspiracy case
A Knox County Grand Jury has returned indictments against eleven individuals, including current and former Knox County Sheriff’s Office personnel, on multiple charges related to an alleged theft conspiracy.
Ancient teeth hint at canoodling between early human relatives
NEW YORK (AP) — An analysis of ancient teeth is giving scientists a rare peek into interactions between human relatives hundreds of thousands of years ago that have left a lasting imprint on our species.
Utah woman who published a book on grief after husband’s death to be sentenced for his murder
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — A Utah mother who published a children's book about grief after the death of her husband and was later found guilty of killing him finds out Wednesday how long she will spend in prison.
Pantier hits grand slam as Senators win opening game of Appalachian District Series,12-4, over Georgia Highlands
CARTERSVILLE, GA – Holden Pantier hit a grand slam in the second inning on Tuesday for No. 13 Walters State, and the Senators were never threatened from there on their way to a 12-4 win over No. 17 Georgia Highlands in game one of the Appalachian District Series.
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.
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.
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.
Older Americans say it’s a good time to find a job. Younger people aren’t buying it, new poll finds
For years, younger Americans have been more optimistic about the job market than older Americans, even through the depths of the Great Recession. But in an abrupt shift, a new poll released Monday finds young people's confidence has plummeted over the past two years — while their elders remain more upbeat.
Bellwood Farms Development County Commission
Representatives from a proposed development at Merchant’s Greene came before the Hamblen County Commission Finance Committee meeting Monday afternoon to discuss their proposal for a development which is slated to contain two big-box stores in the South Bellwood Road area.