Mountains Turn White For October

The mountains did see their first snowfall Tuesday night into Wednesday morning. The staff at the Lectone Lodge on Mount LeConte reported 4″ of snow was on the ground Wednesday morning. What is really...

FEMA- Serious Needs Assistance

FEMA has announced that some individuals affected by the flooding from Helene may be eligible for what they call Serious Needs Assistance. So what is Serious Needs Assistance? FEMA says this is money awarded...

Two Arrested On Multiple Charges

Newport police seized marijuana and other drugs after being called to the AquaJet Auto Wash on East Broadway about two individuals passed out in a vehicle Saturday morning. Police found 30 year old Devon...

SNAP Benefits Extended

SNAP benefits have now been extended to those affected in the September 27 flood in Cocke County and the other eight counties in the disaster area. Earlier today, the Tennessee Department of Human Services...

Burn Permits Required Starting Today

Beginning today, burn permits are required in the state of Tennessee to burn any vegetation, such as leaves, tree limbs and brush piles. This also includes debris piles from the damage caused by Hurricane...