BLOUNT COUNTY, TN – As the autumn months come upon us, Blount Sheriff Department is advising citizens to be mindful. The Dragon Road will see increases in patrolling for road safety. Dragon Precautions Following, Sheriff Berrong acknowledges the traveling road on US 129 called the Dragon being a tourist attraction as well as a hot […]
Read More »Gov. Bill Lee is planning Proclamation for Hispanic Heritage
Blount County, TN – Hispanic Heritage month is from September 15th – October 15th this year. Tennesseans can find the representation right at home. Since 1968, America has been expanding diversity and celebrating the Spanish Heritage. According to the United States Census Bureau, the original Hispanic Heritage was a week until President Ronald Reagan issued […]
Read More »Scammer steals more than 120,000 dollars from victim
BLOUNT COUNTY, TN – Blount County Sheriff Department is urging residents to be aware of an imposter scamming victims out of money. The scammer is posing as a federal officer and “bilking” residents for money. On September 12th, 2022, Blount County deputies responded to a victim of the scammer. According to the police report, the […]
Read More »What to Know about 9/11 Memorial Services:
BLOUNT COUNTY, TN – This year marks the 21st Anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the United States. In unity, we join together to honor the lives lost. Across the US, and including East Tennessee, people have felt the grief of the 3,000 lives taken from the collapse of the World Trade Center, attack […]
Read More »Blount County Pilot dies in Fatal Helicopter Crash over weekend
BLOUNT COUNTY, TN – A Blount County pilot has been pronounced dead after fatal helicopter crash in western Kentucky. Search crews found the helicopter Monday afternoon in Mammoth Cave National Park. Following, David Stone left an airport in St. Louis on September 3rd, 2022. The pilot had been planning to refuel in Glasglow, Kentucky before […]
Read More »Ruth and Steve Workforce is a 16.5 Million Dollar Investment
BLOUNT COUNTY, TENNESSEE – The Ruth and Steve Workforce is a new extension of Pellissippi College. Blount County’s endeavor is not only cooking up new recipes; it’s also cooking up new career opportunities for workforce enrollees! Following, Pellissippi Community College cut the ribbon recently for the Ruth and Steve West Workforce Development Center. The former […]
Read More »Be Aware Tennessee Drug Prevention
Blount County, TN – The Blount County Education Committee held a meeting on August 30th, 2022, referring to a curriculum framework called Be Aware Tennessee Drug Prevention. The new school year will be implementing these Drug Prevention Programs. Drug Prevention in the Past To begin, many regions throughout the state have experienced increases in substance abuse. […]
Read More »Maryville Police found two dead in House Fire Shooting
MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE – Maryville Police and Fire are investigating a house fire and murder – suicide case from August 20th, 2022. Regal Towers sixth floor, located on 453 Greenbelt Drive, was found in flames with two gunshot victims. According to current updates, Maryville Police and Fire responded to a fire alarm at 2:38 a.m. this […]
Read More »Alcoa Man Pleads Guilty to Murder After Killing Couple in Home
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE – Alcoa man pleaded guilty to two counts of murder on August 17, 2022. Knoxville District Attorney hopes this will bring closure to victims’ family. According to District Attorney Charme Allen’s release, On Wednesday, court was held for 44-year-old Ronnie Edward Johnson. Following, Johnson has been convicted of two consecutive counts of murder […]
Read More »Tennessee Enforcing Critical Race Theory Laws
KNOXVILLE, TENNESSEE – The “Age – Appropriate” Act and the Cepicky-Hensley Bill are implemented this school year in Tennessee. Here is what to know: Age – Appropriate Act To begin, book curriculums around potentially harmful topics about race and gender are being changed this year. Following, Gov. Bill Lee signed a law requiring teachers and […]
Read More »Missing Clinton Man’s Body Found in Little River
MARYVILLE, TENNESSEE – BSORT and police found missing body in Little River a short time ago. Clinton man has been pronounced dead on August 12th, 2022. According to previous police reports, Chris Hayes went missing in Louisville on Wednesday morning. Police found his vehicle with all of his personal belongings on private property near Little […]
Read More »Blount County General Election Results
•BLOUNT COUNTY TN – The Blount County General Election is on August 4th, 2022. To begin, all county commission election results will be listed. Following, this article will include election results for Assessor of Property, County Trustee, County Clerk, Register of Deeds, and City of Friendsville. Mentioning, Tennessee is the only state that does retainment […]
Read More »Julie Elder has the Ingredients for Success
BLOUNT COUNTY, TN – Julie Elder is giving answers to parents and students on success for the Maryville City Schools. To begin, Julie Elder is running for the Maryville City School Board. The municipal elections for the MSB are on August 4th, 2022. FetchYourNews has reached out for statements. Favorable Platforms What platforms are you running […]
Read More »Pastor Ken and Protestors against PRIDE Fight Back
BLOUNT COUNTY, TN – The Blount County PRIDE Community faced backlash from local protesters today on July 30, 2022. The protests gathered across the street to “sing their song.” Pastor Ken makes view statements below for FetchYourNews. To begin, Pastor Ken Peters from Lenior City and works for the Patriot Church. Statements He said,” I […]
Read More »Blount County Parties speak on Primary Ballot
Blount County, TN – There have been local concerns about primary ballot and Blount County parties have shared views on importance of upcoming elections. Differences in Elections To begin, there has been collective confusion about the length of this ballot and the significance of this primary compared to the last one. Why is the ballot […]
Read More »Tim Burchett’s office gets threatening calls
Blount County, TN – According to Congressman Tim Burchett’s office, authorities are working to investigate threatening calls from a Blount County commissioner. Following, Tim Burchett’s Chief of Staff has reached out to the Sheriff Department for aid on investigation and safety precautions. Statements FetchYourNews has since reached out to Congressman’s office and Sheriff Department for […]
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