June 6, 2026
News
Tightly Knit: The jumping Sheep holds ribbon cutting
With shelves full of yarn and a focus on community, The Jumping Sheep officially opened its doors with a recent ribbon cutting celebration.
City Council adopts budget
By Drew C. RobinsonTribune Staff WriterCity Council adopted its 2026-2027 fiscal year budget Tuesday night at its meeting after city staff presented a plan to hire more firefighting personnel without…
Jefferson County Retired Teachers honor educators with classroom grants amid plans to dissolve association
The Jefferson County Retired Teachers Association recently recognized 19 local educators through its Active Teacher Grants Program, awarding more than $4,300 in classroom grants funded entirely by retired teachers in the community.
Free fishing day set
Tennessee’s 2026 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day is set for Saturday, June 6. All state residents and visitors of any age may fish for free without a license in Tennessee’s public waters. Additionally, youth ages 15 or younger may fish for free the entire week, beginning on Free Fishing Day, continuing through the following Friday, June 12.
Hamblen Juneteenth celebration set for June 19 at Morristown Landing
The Hamblen Juneteenth Celebration is scheduled to return, Friday, June 19 at Morristown Landing.
Tale of a man caught up in unjust voter fraud prosecution
We’ve heard a lot about voter fraud over the past few years, particularly after the 2020 election.
Alleged Hawkins rapist, subject of TBI Most Wanted Alert, found dead
A man wanted by Hawkins County authorities who was added to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation’s Most Wanted list earlier this week was found dead Wednesday.