Traffic Stop Leads To Arrest
A woman is behind bars after a traffic stop in Cocke County led to the discovery of an active warrant. Authorities say that on October 21st, 2025, an officer pulled over Mallory Roberson. When...
“30-Minutes-or-Less ER Service Pledge,”
Newport Medical Center is taking steps to make emergency care faster and more efficient for local patients.The hospital has announced a new “30-Minutes-or-Less ER Service Pledge,” promising that every patient will be initially seen...
Counterfeit Bill Presented To Food City
Newport police were called to Food City East Monday afternoon after a customer reportedly tried to use a counterfeit bill. Officers were dispatched around 1:20 p.m. on October 20th, where store manager Kimberly Bagent...
Mobile Food Distribution October 28
Second Harvest Food Bank will hold a mobile food distribution in Cocke County on Tuesday, October 28th at the Cocke County Fairgrounds starting at 10am. The event will provide free groceries to local families...
Water Main Flushing
Newport Utilities has begun Water Main Flushing this week in Cocke County. Water Main Flushing is a necessary function for Newport Utilities’ Waterline Maintenance Program, which maintains the system’s overall water quality. Although water...
Numerous Firearms Missing From Carson Springs Home
The Cocke County Sheriff’s office is investigating the theft of numerous firearms from a home in the Carson Springs area. Deputies were called to the residence because a burglary was possibly in progress. The...
National Drug Take Back Day Is Saturday
If you have unwanted or old medications in your home and would like to dispose of those, this Saturday (10/25) is the National DEA Take Back Event. You can take old or unwanted medications...
Newport Police Officer Arrested
A Newport Police office is in trouble with the law. Earlier today (Monday, 10/20), the Cocke County Sheriff’s office and Newport police responded to the home of Newport Police officer Brandon Cassady. According to...
Vol’s Tony Vitello Target Of Major League Baseball Team
There could be a major announcement coming soon that will effect University of Tennessee athletics. The Athletic reported over the weekend that Vols head baseball coach Tony Vitello is in discussions with the San...
GCSO Reports New Scam
The Greene County Sheriff’s office is warning about a new scam. According to Greene County Chief Deputy David Beverly, individuals have reported receiving phone calls or other communications claiming they have failed to appear...