Fire Causes Loss Of $70,000

The Cocke County and Cosby fire departments responded to a fire at a home on Upward Way Sunday morning. Upon arrival, a garage and two vehicles parked in the driveway were all engulfed in...

Structure Fire Possible Arson

A structure fire is being investigated as a possible case of arson. The fire was at a home on Anise Way Sunday. Elbert Allison told the Cocke County Sheriff’s office that he was in...

CCSO Marking National Police Week

This week the nation is celebrating National Police Week. It’s a week set aside each year mainly to remember law enforcement officers who have died in the line of duty. On Wednesday, May 13,...

Voter Turnout Just Over 26%

Cocke County Administer of Elections, Josh Blanchard, says that Cocke County’s voter turnout, though small, still outpaced numerous other counties in East Tennessee. Just over 26% of registered voters bothered to vote in the...

Governor Lee Vetoes 911 Fee Increase

Governor Bill Lee has vetoed an increase to the 911 surcharge. On your phone bill, you are charged each month $1.50 as a surcharge to fund local emergency communication systems…or 911. Back in December...