Tag Archives: Sevier County

As winter gives way to spring, residents and visitors should prepare for increased bear activity as black bears are emerging from their winter slumber, says the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. Many reports of bear sightings are circulating around East Tennessee, which is not unusual considering it is bear country. According to TWRA Black Bear Coordinator Dan Gibbs, increased activity should be ...

County officials are planning the 21st Annual Sevier County Job Fair later this month. The event has grown every year, offering many job opportunities for the people of Sevier County while assisting businesses in fulfilling their staffing needs, according the Sevier County Economic Development Council. The council hosts the event in conjunction with Sevier County and cities of Sevierville, Pigeon ...

A car struck a man that was crossing Veterans Boulevard in Sevierville on Thursday. According to the Sevierville Police Department, the crash was reported at about 8:19 a.m on March 15, 2018. Officers responded and determined that 28-year-old Abraham Rauchwarg, of Asheville, N.C., was driving a 2007 Toyota Camry southbound on Veterans Boulevard near Collier Drive and struck a pedestrian ...

Crime enthusiasts, news buffs, and history lovers will enjoy the new additions to Alcatraz East Crime Museum beginning this spring. The area’s newest attraction intrigues visitors 365 days a year on what’s considered America’s favorite subject. In order to attract Pigeon Forge’s repeat visitors, the museum rotates items from its collection annually. This year, Alcatraz East has added interactive exhibits as well as new ...

Sevierville police are requesting the public’s help in identifying a man who assaulted an elderly woman in the parking lot of a convenience store on Thursday night. According to the Sevierville Police Department, officers responded to a reported assault at the Pilot, located at 1257 Parkway in Sevierville, at about 11:20 p.m. on March 8, 2018. A male suspect allegedly ...

Authorities allege that a woman who served as treasurer for the New Center Little League Football Association stole thousands of dollars from the organization. Detectives arrested 41-year-old Misty L. Trentham, of Sevierville, on March 8, 2018 following a Sevier County Grand Jury indictment for Felony Theft over $10,000. Trentham allegedly embezzled money from the bank account of New Center Little ...

As parent or caregivers of children, there are many issues of great concern. Two such issues in today’s society unfortunately, are bullying and sexual abuse. Such issues tear at caregivers’ hearts and leave the question: What can we do to stop this for our children and community? The first step for any parent or caregiver is to become educated. In ...

Fans of Girl Scout Cookies no longer need to anxiously wait for that knock at the front door from their neighborhood Girl Scout, as the secret to finding the delectable treats is as close as your computer, tablet or smart phone. Local Girl Scouts are selling Girl Scout Cookies at booths across the southeast from March 2-25, 2018. Customers can ...

Residents of Cocke, Hamblen, Jefferson and Sevier Counties may visit Anakeesta for a small donation of $5 (for admission only) that will go directly to support Friends of the Smokies, an official nonprofit partner of The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The Anakeesta Local Appreciation Days offer runs March 3-10, 2018. Eligible guests may bring a spouse and dependent children ...

Grant provides local law enforcement with Narcan nasal spray to combat the growing problem of drug overdoses in the community. According to Sevier County Sheriff Ronald L. Seals, calls for service regarding possible drug overdoses have increased for Sevier County Emergency Medical Personnel and Law Enforcement. In an article released by the Police Executive Research Forum, 2016 was labeled as ...