WATE - News: Local: Sevier County

Knoxville man arrested in connection with Sevier County cabin burglaries

Fri, 17 May 2013 18:02:00 EDT

The Sevier County Sheriff's Department said Stephen Russell, 42, was arrested Friday morning and charged with five counts of aggravated burglary.

Regen Morris out of hospital, back at home with family

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:47:00 EDT

After being hospitalized since November, Regen Morris has come home.

Gatlinburg pastor charged with felony theft

Thu, 16 May 2013 22:12:00 EDT

The Gatlinburg Presbyterian Church congregation speaks out after its former pastor is accused of stealing tens of thousands of dollars.

String of Sevier County fires break out in 12-hour period

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:11:00 EDT

The Sevier County Sheriff's Department is investigating a series of suspicious fires that happened Wednesday into Thursday morning.

Fire officials: Seymour flea market fire sparked by electrical issue

Tue, 14 May 2013 17:13:00 EDT

Fire officials released new details Tuesday in the investigation into a large fire at a Seymour flea market that devastated two businesses.

Sevierville residents shave heads in honor of local boy battling cancer

Sat, 11 May 2013 16:35:00 EDT

12-year-old Regen Morris has been battling a rare form of brain cancer for the last several months. Inspired by his brave fight, people from his hometown are stepping up to show their support.

Dolly Parton introduces two new attractions at Dollywood

Fri, 10 May 2013 18:52:00 EDT

Dolly Parton was in Pigeon Forge on Friday to open two new attractions at Dollywood. One of them was one of the largest and most expensive rides they have ever built.

Sevierville painter takes inspiration from East Tennessee's natural beauty

Fri, 10 May 2013 17:00:00 EDT

Robert Tino, who owns the Robert A. Tino Gallery in Sevierville, is known worldwide for his paintings that are inspired by the natural beauty of East Tennessee and the Smokies.

Vet loses battle to keep flag in front of his home

Wed, 8 May 2013 17:04:00 EDT

A retired Green Beret has lost his battle to keep the American flag flying in front of his home.

One person dies after car goes into water in Sevier County

Tue, 7 May 2013 20:00:00 EDT

One person died Tuesday in an accident in Sevier County.

Sevier County Schools rejects homeschooled student's plea to walk at graduation

Mon, 6 May 2013 18:20:00 EDT

A Sevier County homeschooler wants to walk across the stage to get her diploma at Sevier County High School. The school system has told her no.

Large fire breaks out at Seymour Flea Market

Sat, 4 May 2013 10:35:00 EDT

More than 40 firefighters worked to contain a large fire that damaged two businesses.

Seymour couple finally receives magnetic mattress months after purchase

Thu, 2 May 2013 20:01:00 EDT

Believing they were ripped off, a Seymour couple had given up hope of ever seeing the mattress they ordered nearly four months ago. But the couple was excited when it recently showed up on their porch unexpectedly.

State inspector makes sure most Sevier County rides stay safe

Thu, 2 May 2013 07:54:00 EDT

There are hundreds of rides and attractions for Sevier County visitors to enjoy, but who makes sure they are safe? State laws have been enacted to make rides safer, but not all rides are inspected.

Burglar caught on tape makes off with $50K worth of cell phones, cash

Thu, 2 May 2013 07:30:00 EDT

A burglar hit a Sevierville cell phone store twice in one month, stealing more than $50,000 in merchandise.

Bats invade Sevier County home

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:10:00 EDT

A homeowner in Sevier County called in wildlife experts for assistance to remove more than 30 bats from her attic.

Sevierville manufacturer to add 25 jobs

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:41:00 EDT

New jobs and a big capital investment are in the works at the Sevierville facility of Quality Solutions Group (QSG).

George Jones' back up vocalist remembers the country legend

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 22:53:00 EDT

For half a century, George Jones put 167 records on the Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart. Jones, 81, died Friday in Nashville after being hospitalized for a fever and irregular blood pressure.

Tennessee Murphy Beds manufactures space-saving, customizable beds

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:00:00 EDT

If you need more space in your home or a guest room, one Tennessee company has way to accomplish both for you, in an easy and stylish way. We take you inside Tennessee Murphy Beds in this week's Made in Tennessee.

Pigeon Forge motorcycle officers soon to wear body cameras

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 23:00:00 EDT

We've all seen dramatic video caught on police dash cams, but imagine if those cameras were on the police officers themselves.

'The Island' in Pigeon Forge nears completion

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 18:09:00 EDT

A new entertainment development in Pigeon Forge is nearing completion, as the finishing touches are put on the main attraction.

Plans for third Gatlinburg moonshine distillery moving forward

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:23:00 EDT

A developer hopes to open a new moonshine distillery in Gatlinburg by the end of the year.

East Tennessee company turns up the hot sauce heat

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 17:07:00 EDT

The self-proclaimed king of fire is in East Tennessee. The Pepper Palace makes hundreds of hot sauces, salsas and rubs.

Jones Cove School's lottery-funded program gets results

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:08:00 EDT

Lottery sales in Tennessee benefit education, paying for college scholarships, early childhood programs and after school programs. In one Sevier County school, they're putting lottery funds to good use, boosting test scores, reading and students' confidence.

East Tennessee non-profits help schools battle bullying

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 23:02:00 EST

Bullying is no longer just a school problem, and experts say schools need lots of help dealing with the damaging and long lasting effects it can have on children.

Sevierville apple cider mill and general store offers all things authentic

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 17:17:00 EDT

Anytime is a good time to visit the Apple Barn Cider Mill and General Store in Sevierville. People drop by in droves and it's not unusual to find tour buses lined up outside the parking lot.

East Tennessee man's trail goes cold after 2005 disappearance

Mon, 14 Feb 2011 23:00:00 EST

Ray Newman, 48, disappeared from his Fentress County home in January 2005. Sheriff's detectives say although they don't have any clues about what happened to him, his past practice of trading pills in other counties may help provide answers.

Crews keep fire at Sevier County sandwich shop from spreading

Thu, 6 Jan 2011 07:36:00 EST

A fire broke out Sunday night at a restaurant in Sevier County, but crews were able to contain the flames to one building.

TV production on the upswing in East Tennessee

Wed, 3 Nov 2010 11:33:00 EDT

Several television programs have been shot and produced in East Tennessee. Just in the last four months, four major production companies have packed their camera bags and headed for Sever County.

Crossville affected by heavy rains and flooding

Mon, 20 May 2013 00:12:00 EDT

Parts of Crossville were hit with a flash flood early Saturday afternoon, after a short stint of heavy rain that caught many off guard.

Union County police find 335 lbs. of pot in traffic stop

Sun, 19 May 2013 23:35:00 EDT

Police investigating reports of an intoxicated driver made an unexpected discovery when a traffic stop yielded 335 pounds of marijuana.

Chattanooga adding hundreds of hotel rooms

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:23:00 EDT

The Chattanooga market will add hundreds of hotel rooms in the coming year, following four years of booming revenues for its hotel industry.

Chattanooga Powerball ticket worth $1 million

Sun, 19 May 2013 16:20:00 EDT

A Powerball ticket sold in Tennessee barely missed winning a share of an estimated $590.5 million prize. But the ticket has a nice consolation prize worth $1 million.

KCSO: Knox County man arrested for killing brother

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:09:00 EDT

A Knox County man is being charged for the murder of his brother, according to the Knox County Sheriff's Office.

Maryville man dies after car goes up in flames, then falls from bridge into creek

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:05:00 EDT

A Maryville man is dead after a fiery wreck on Saturday morning, according to a Tennessee Highway Patrol accident report.

Planners looking at convention center growth

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:48:00 EDT

Leaders of Nashville's convention center already are mapping out a possible future expansion of a center that spans six downtown blocks and sits on 19 acres.

Medical emergency eyed in Va. parade crash

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:27:00 EDT

An emergency official says authorities believe the driver who plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Virginia mountain town parade suffered from a medical condition and did not cause the crash intentionally.

Loan program for soldiers extended

Sun, 19 May 2013 11:25:00 EDT

A program to help soldiers get loans to purchase homes has gotten a permanent extension.

First lady to high school grads: live your dreams

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:52:00 EDT

First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.