Camper Burglarized
Deputies made contact with Michael Harrison via phone. He stated he had received a letter notifying him that his 2002 GMC Yukon had been towed from Hartford abandoned on April 2nd. He stated that...
Report of Check Theft
Cocke County Deputy Gavin Colley responded to the Sheriff’s office due to a report of theft. The complainant, Robin Holt advised that he put a check in the mail on March 18 to pay...
Commercial Mill Work Victim Of Forgery
On Monday, Lieutenant Bryce Pickens with the Cocke County Sheriff’s Department responded to 365 Industrial Road in reference to a possible forgery. The officer spoke with a representative with Commercial Mill Work who stated...
Vandalism On Bruner’s Grove
Cocke County Deputy Gavin Colley responded to a residence on Bruner’s Grove Road in reference to a vandalism report. Owner of the property, Jackie Shaver stated that he was notified that his fence to...
16th Annual Cruise For Cancer
The 16th Annual Cruise Against Cancer car show returns to the Newport City Park this Saturday. The event will run from 7am to 7pm with every penny going to Celebrate Life Cancer Support Group....
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...
Armed Teacher Bill Passes TN State House; Now In Governor’s Hands
A bill that would allow teachers to carry a concealed weapon in schools is now headed to Governor Bill Lee’s desk. The Tennessee State House passed the bill on Tuesday with numerous protesters chanting...
Semi Overturns On I-40 East; Driver Killed
Interstate 40 was closed for a time Tuesday morning after a tractor trailer overturned on I-40 east just west of the 435 exit. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a tractor trailer driver was...