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New Market home damaged in fire
A Sunday morning house fire damaged a home on Indian Cave Road in New Market early Sunday morning Dispatchers sent firefighters to the home shortly after 2 a.m. Sunday.

FOP Car Show awards plaques to 37 cars
FOP Car Show awards plaques to 37 cars

To the Rescue: Morristown Rescue Squad rushed to help as flood water rose in Cocke County
By Drew C. Robinson, Tribune Staff Writer As rain fell and waters rose in Cocke County on Thursday, neighboring emergency responders began to filter into the area to be used…

Hamblen County receives art grants
Multiple organizations in Hamblen County have been awarded grants totaling $209,080 from the Tennessee Arts Commission for Fiscal Year 2027 that begins July 1, 2026 and ends June 30, 2027.…

The Gathering: Michelin-recommended destination to host immersive, chef-driven weekend celebrating food, beverage and Appalachian hospitality
Michelin-recommended destination to host immersive, chef-driven weekend celebrating food, beverage and Appalachian hospitality
Tennessee sees dramatic drop in 2026 Memorial Day traffic fatalities
The Tennessee Highway Patrol investigated only one traffic fatality statewide during the 2026 Memorial Day holiday travel period, according to preliminary results. This is a significant decrease from the eight fatalities reported during last year’s holiday weekend During this holiday period, state troopers responded to 776 crashes across Tennessee, including 205 injury crashes, and assisted 454 motorists on state roadways.

Tomatoes become latest symbol of America’s affordability squeeze
NEW YORK (AP) — Tomatoes, ubiquitous in everything from fast-food burgers to haute cuisine, are taking on a new role beyond the plate: A nagging reminder of rising costs.
Hamblen Property Transfers
05-30-2026 Hamblen Property Transfers CMH Homes, Inc. to Monique M. Irving, $282,000, District 4.
Blue Origin investigates rocket explosion as public is warned about possible wreckage washing ashore
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin is assessing damage to its launch pad after a rocket exploded during a test firing, creating a giant orange fireball seen and felt for miles around.

