Eleven Indicted in Theft Conspiracy Case Involving Knox County Sheriff's Personnel

A joint investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Federal Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of several current and former employees of the Knox County Sheriff’s Office.

Mayor Jacobs Weekly Update - May 15

During his Weekly Update, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs talked about the fiscal year 2026-2027 budget and property reappraisals

Pigeon Forge Names Interim Tourism Director

The City of Pigeon Forge is pleased to announce the appointment of an Interim Director of Tourism following the retirement of longtime tourism leader Leon Downey.

Burchett Bulletins

10:00 am, May 9, 2026
The UFO files released thus far are just a drop in the bucket. The 'holy crap' part is still yet to come.

2:55 pm, Apr 15, 2026
Burchett kicked off the Oversight Committee roundtable and SLAMMED the IRS: "We're not here today to talk about what folks owe the IRS. We're here today to talk about what the IRS owes them. It's time to reform the whole system."

12:23 pm, Apr 14, 2026
Thank you, Mr. President. No more tax dollars to the Taliban.

2:25 pm, Apr 10, 2026
47 years ago today, the Taiwan Relations Act established the foundation of U.S.-Taiwan relations. Today, more than ever, we stand with our ally as they face ongoing pressure from the Chinese Communist Party.

6:07 pm, Apr 2, 2026
Burchett says that if the public knew what he knows about UAPS and aliens, the country would come unglued and "the world would be on fire".

City to Take On Invasive Species

City Council supported Mayor Indya Kincannon’s efforts to use state grant funding to amp up the fight against the invasive species that have dominated some of Knoxville’s park landscapes.

Sevier County Farms Lose $76.2K Per Year

TA new study on behalf of Trace One has identified the U.S. counties and states with the largest agricultural losses due to natural disasters, including Sevier County.

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Mayor Jacobs Highlights Eight Years of Fiscal...

Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs today delivered his final budget address, highlighting eight years of fiscal responsibility.

An Oak Ridge First: Demolishing Two...

The Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management and UCOR are setting a new benchmark in cleanup progress.

War on Iran Updates & Helps

12:53 pm, May 14, 2026
Trump says Xi Jinping told him China will not supply military equipment to Iran and backed a potential deal. Xi offered to mediate and agreed the Strait of Hormuz must stay open, according to a White House readout. - Polymarket Intel

5:21 pm, May 10, 2026
Iran's response to the peace proposal is totally unacceptable - President Trump

2:52 pm, May 1, 2026
U.S. forces continue to patrol international waters and enforce the ongoing naval blockade against Iran. As of now, 45 commercial vessels have been directed to turn around or return to port to ensure compliance. -CENTCOM

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Department of War Releases UAP Files

The Department of War announced the initial release of new, never-before-seen files on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP).

Shoals Technologies Opens New Mega Facility

Shoals Technologies Group, Inc. has opened its new Mega Facility in Portland, Tennessee.

Tennessee April Revenues Exceed Budgeted Estimates Tennessee revenues exceeded budgeted estimates for the month of April. Veterans Connect Launches Statewide Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Veterans Services (TDVS) Commissioner Tommy Baker announced the launch of the Veterans Connect Portal. TDCI’s Securities Division Supports Crypto Kiosk Ban The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s Division of Securities applauds Tennessee lawmakers for  banning crypto  kiosks in Tennessee and reminds consumers to  remain  on guard  for future crypto-schemes that prey on unsuspecting investors.
TNDAGC has launched Project Safe Tennessee	$311 Million Approved for UT College of Medicine Building	Gov. Bill Lee: Parents Have Spoken	THP Welcomes 30 New State Troopers

Up to $10 Million Reward for Information on Tai Chang Scam Centers in Burma
The Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs is announcing a reward offer of up to $10 million for information leading to the seizure or recovery of funds involved in money laundering related to scams operated out of the Tai Chang scam centers in Burma.

Iran Designated as a State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has designated Iran as a State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention.

Queens Zoo Breeds and Transfers 15 Cottontail Rabbits to Prevent Extinction

Who Runs the Iran War? Inside Trump’s Iran War Machine

Why The Strait Of Hormuz Has Global Manufacturers Nervous

Expert on Prison Education Says Books Open Doors for Incarcerated People

WHOI Discovers the Oldest Known Whale Recordings, Dating to 1949

Sailors assigned to the Navy Band Southwest's Harborside Brass Quintet provide musical enrichment for orcas

Beneath Great Salt Lake playa: Scientists Uncover Patchwork of Fresh and Salty Groundwater

An F/A-18F Super Hornet launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln