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Last week, the Cocke County Sheriff’s office announced 32 indictments in a drug sting operation known as “Pound For Pound”. 12 of those indicted were arrested last week. Sheriff CJ Ball says that five...

Police are investigating a major theft that happened at Wal-Mart in Newport on Saturday night. Loss prevention at Wal-Mart told police that three male subjects entered the store Saturday night just before 11pm. The...

Prom season is coming and young ladies are going to need a dress? But, what if you can’t afford one? There is an event coming up this weekend that is here to help. The...

A man who attempted to elude police now faces charges. The pursuit happened Saturday when a Cocke County deputy observed what appeared to be a drug deal in the middle of Bullard Drive in...

Two women were arrested last week and one now faces drug charges. Cocke County deputies went to a residence on Jimtown Road in an attempt to serve an indictment on 37 year old Alisha...

Newport Utilities is warning their customers about a scam. The utility says they have had several reports of an individual showing up at customer’s homes saying they are from Newport Utilities and are there...

If you have been driving on east Hwy 25-70, you have been seeing those big cranes down by the Pigeon River. The Norfolk Southern Railroad is coninuing their work to replace the railroad trestle...

Members of the East Hamblen County Volunteer Fire Department had a bovine experience on Sunday. The fire department was called to the scene of a traffic accident Sunday morning and found a tractor trailer...

The Tennessee Men’s Basketball team finished out the regular season on a high note Saturday. The Vols sent the seniors out with a victory over South Carolina, 75-65. Playing his last regular season game...

If you are skilled in search and rescue and would like to give back to your community, the Newport Rescue Squad is looking for you. The Newport Rescue Squad is currently seeking out individuals...