Sevier County Celebrates Soaring Tourist Spending in 2024, Ranks Third in Tennessee for Visitor Revenue
Sevier County saw a 2.03% increase in visitor spending in 2024, reaching nearly $3.93 billion, benefiting from Tennessee's booming tourism, which involved 147 million visitors and $31.66 billion in spending.
Friendsville Elementary Principal Stan Painter Exonerated by Blount County Sheriff’s Office After Thorough Investigation
Blount County Sheriff’s Office cleared Friendsville Elementary School Principal Stan Painter of misconduct after a thorough investigation involving surveillance review, interviews, and records examination.












