Newport Cocke Community Pulse

Education Highlights

• Newport Grammar School STEM Designation: Newport Grammar School in Cocke County received a state STEM designation from the...

Essential forecast for Cocke County outdoor plans:

• Tonight-Wed: Scattered showers/storms (60-70%), windy, slight severe risk Wed PM with possible...

Local creativity took center stage at Doak Elementary School on Friday:

• Hallways became a vibrant art gallery with crayon drawings, paintings, and...

Tonight at CCHS Auditorium: The Cocke County Red Regiment presents An Evening of Chamber Music on May 5, 2026 – a perfect community cultural event! Check the promo video for details.

Cocke County, plan your fall vacation to Dollywood for two days of four sets of your favorite songs with Fields of Grace. Contact Nate Smith for bookings.

Gear up for wildfire season at the Cocke County Wildland Fire Safety Summit – a free, family-friendly event:

• Date & Time: May 9, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
• Location: Newport City Park, 100 City Park
  Ideal for Cocke County residents to stay prepared.

Newport Grammar School in Cocke County received Tennessee's STEM designation for 2026, recognizing its commitment to equipping students with skills...

Community Events & Things to Do

• Bop to the Top: Expect full audience participation, synced music videos, and massive sing-alongs at the Bop to...

Spring Smokies fun awaits at Dollywood's Flower & Food Festival, an unforgettable experience inspired by Great Smoky Mountains beauty and Dolly...

Regional law enforcement trust on alert: Former Erwin PD Chief Reagan Tilson, Capt. Gary Edwards, and Officer Tiffany Tilson pled not guilty to...

Tomorrow's primaries: County mayor, sheriff, school board, commissioners & more on ballots—check yours via GoVoteTN app by name/address.

• Election...

Bop to the Top event features full audience participation, synced music videos, and massive sing-alongs – perfect for Newport groups heading to Morristown. Grab friends and warm up those vocal cords!

Tennessee lawmakers passed a bill allowing deadly force to protect property if no other option exists and human safety is seriously threatened.

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Busy weekend ahead in East Tennessee – ideal drives from Newport for family adventures!

• Knoxville Farmers Market returns to Market Square today at...

Perfect for Newport families: Adorable baby Husky pups seek forever homes at Smoky Mountain Humane Society. Unique coats, bright personalities.

• Red...

Cocke County Primary Election Update

• 🔥 Early Voting Concludes: Early voting for the May 5 County Primary ended April 30 with 3,949 ballots cast...

Statewide shakeup brewing: Gov. Bill Lee may call an extraordinary session to redraw Tennessee's congressional districts, drawing national firestorm...

Family-friendly paddling adventure awaits: Tennessee State Parks offer $15 beginner classes (kayak + gear included) on May 16 for National Safe...

Strong early turnout for May 5 primaries: 3,949 at site + 92 absentee = 4,041 total, more via mail.

• Mayor race: Rob Mathis vs. Joe Shults (R...

Budget win for Newport residents: Neighbors sharing free items this week – act fast on Facebook!

• Building materials pack: Fan, lights, Bobcat E20...