Author: jock

City Planner/Community Development Director

The City of Newport is looking fill the position of City Planner/Community Development Director. The full time planner will perform administrative and technical planning work using independent judgement and discretion. Duties include administering municipal...

2024 Community Treasure Hunt For Books

Adventure Awaits: Join an Exciting Community Treasure Hunt for Books! NEWPORT, TN – APRIL 18 – Calling all businesses and organizations! Cocke County Cradle to Career Coalition (C5) and our local libraries are thrilled...

Re-Entry Simulation

Successful re-entry into the community after incarceration is something that is difficult. It’s a complex process filled with significant barriers and obstacles that often times leads to frustration and even re incarceration. Thankfully, Westcare...

WSCC Hosts CarFit Event

Walters State Occupational Therapy Assistant students are looking to help senior citizens be more comfortable in their vehicles. CarFit is an educational program designed to help older drivers find out how well they fit...

2024 Congressional App Challenge Announced

Representative Diana Harshbarger, has announced the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for students in Tennessee’s First Congressional District. Harshbarger noted in a release announcing the competition that As the STEM field continues to grow it...

Time For Fireflies At Elkmont

It’s that time of year…time to reserve your spot for the fireflies. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park will host their annual synchronous firefly viewing at Elkmont from Monday, June 3 through Monday, June...

Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Arrest

Cocke County deputies pulled over a vehicle late Sunday night that was missing a headlight. The traffic stop occurred on Highway 73 at the 440 Truck Stop. 45 year old Kenneth Ramsey was driving...