Possible Overdose Leads To Two Arrests
Cocke County sheriff’s department responded to the parking lot of Mama’s Kitchen in Cosby Saturday morning about a woman possible overdosing in a car. The responding deputy found two people in the car, the...
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Jackson Selected Fourth In WMBA Draft
The WNBA Draft was held last night in New York City. It was not long before the name of a Tennessee Lady Vol was called. Rickea Jackson was the 4th overall draft pick last...
Nine Cocke County Students Among New Honor Society Members
Ninety-Five students at Walters State Community College have been recognized as new members by Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for community colleges. In order to be invited to join that honor society,...
Jillian’s Law Heads To Governor’s Desk
The bill dubbed “Jillian’s Law” is headed to the governor’s desk, this after both the house and the senate approved the bill. The legislation passed the senate by a unanimous vote. The house passed...
Man Assaults Nurse At Newport Medical Center
A man was arrested at the Newport Medical Center April 11 after he assaulted a nurse. Hospital security told police that 28 year old Christian Ramsey was refusing to leave the hospital property. Ramsey...
NPD Accepting Applications
The Newport Police Department is now accepting applications for the positions of police officer, both full time and part time. Applicants must be 21 years of age, provide copies of their High School diploma...
Woman Accused Of Using Juveniles In Shoplifting Scheme
Police in Newport are investigating a case of a woman using juveniles to help her shoplift from Wal-Mart. According to police, 29 year old Kellie Downs would use juveniles to load up groceries into...
Fire Crews Battle Two Home Fires Saturday
Firefighters battled two house fires in Cocke County Saturday. The first was on Tanglewood Way Saturday morning. Fire crews arrived and found the home totally engulfed in flames. The home’s owner, Wanda Benton valued...
Rep. Harshbarger In Newport This Week
Over the next several weeks, US Representative Diana Harshbarger will be in her home district to meet with constituents at events she calls “Coffee With Your Congresswoman”. Harshbargher will be giving updates on what...
Newport Medical Center Welcomes New Surgeon
Tennova Healthcare this week announced the arrival of a new board-certified general surgeon at the Newport Medical Center. They are welcoming Dr. Darby Pope to Newport. Dr. Pope has worked as a general surgeon...