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Sevierville Police Searching for Three Check Fraud Suspects

Sevierville Police Searching for Three Check Fraud Suspects

Sevierville Police Department detectives are searching for three men suspected of fraudulently cashing numerous company payroll checks over the past week. The three men, whose faces were captured by bank security equipment, have allegedly forged payroll checks at several Sevier County Bank locations in Sevierville and the surrounding area. The payroll checks were reportedly stolen from Ingle Trucking Company. According ...

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Students Graduate from American Legion Youth Air Rifle Shooting Safety Program

Students Graduate from the American Legion Youth Air Rifle Shooting Safety Program

In January 2015, the American Legion Post 104 in Sevierville announced the beginning of a new program under one of the Four Pillars of the American Legion, Americanism. This is the Youth Air Rifle Shooting Safety Program / Junior Shooting Program. Lester Piniak, Commander Post 104, says the training course is the first for the American Legion, not only in ...

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New Marriott Hotel Near Gatlinburg Convention Center Opening in July

New Marriott Hotel Near Gatlinburg Convention Center Opening in Julyc

Hospitality Solutions, Inc., a Gatlinburg based hotel development and management company, is raising the stakes in the Sevier County lodging industry again with the construction of a Courtyard by Marriott® in Gatlinburg. Hospitality Solutions joined with M. Gibson Hotels Group in developing the new hotel. Located downtown near the Gatlinburg Convention Center, the hotel is scheduled to open in July ...

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A swarm of bees may look scary… but here’s what you should do!

A swarm of bees may look scary... but here’s what you should do!

Local beekeepers say a swarm of bees is no sign for alarm. When left alone, the swarm usually poses no threat. However, experts say the bees themselves may be in need of some help. “If you see a swarm of bees clustered on a branch or shrub, please let someone know who can help in their capture,” says Charles Foutch, ...

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Apple Recalls Beats Pill Wireless Speakers Due to Fire Risk

Apple Recalls Beats Pill Wireless Speakers Due to Fire Risk

Beats Pill XL speakers are being recalled by Apple® because the battery may overheat and pose a fire and burn hazard. Apple Inc. announced today that the company is recalling all Beats Pill XL portable, wireless speakers after receiving eight reports of incidents in which the speakers overheated, including one with a burn to a consumer’s finger and one with ...

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5K Race to Honor Fallen Gatlinburg Police Officer, Fund Scholarship

Jerry Huskey Memorial 5K to Honor Fallen Gatlinburg Police Officer, Fund Scholarship

The Jerry Huskey Memorial 5K will be held this month to honor Officer Jerry Dean Huskey of the Gatlinburg Police Department, who was killed in the line of duty on June 14, 1975. Gatlinburg Community Police Programs is hosting the race event. Funds raised will benefit the newly established Jerry Dean Huskey Memorial Scholarship Program, which will offer a $500 ...

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No Fishing License Required – Free Fishing Day in Tennessee Coming Up

No Fishing License Required – Free Fishing Day in Tennessee Coming Up

A bad day of fishing is better than a good day at the office, so cast your line and try your luck on Free Fishing Day in Tennessee. Tennessee’s annual Free Fishing Day is Saturday, June 6, 2015 when anyone may fish free without a license in the state’s public waters. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency provides the free day ...

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Dollywood’s Splash Country Supports Ronald McDonald House of Knoxville

Dollywood's Splash Country Supports Ronald McDonald House of Knoxville

A day of fun at Dollywood’s Splash Country can help families fighting serious childhood illnesses by benefitting Ronald McDonald House of Knoxville. Dollywood’s Splash Country will hold Ronald McDonald House Day on Saturday, June 6, 2015 and donate a portion of the day’s admissions to support Ronald McDonald House of Knoxville. Water park guests may also purchase a commemorative event ...

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Dolly Parton Statue in Sevierville Receives Award from TripAdvisor

Dolly Parton Statue in Sevierville Receives Award from TripAdvisor

The popular travel review website TripAdvisor.com has recognized the Dolly Parton Statue, which resides on the lawn of the Sevier County Courthouse in Sevierville, Tenn., with an award. The Dolly Parton Statue was recently awarded a 2015 Certificate of Excellence from TripAdvisor. The award is based on the quality of reviews and opinions earned on TripAdvisor.com in the past year. ...

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