SUMMARY: After devastating flooding in Unicoi County, many local residents, including Deputy Jonathan Williams and campground owners Mike and Rachel Walker, have suffered significant losses. The Walkers’ KOA Campground was obliterated by floodwaters from the Nolichucky River, leaving them without a livelihood. Thankfully, they and their campers are safe, but rebuilding seems impossible as their land is entirely washed away. Governor Bill Lee visited the area, noting the collective recovery efforts underway. Community members like Lacy Hester have initiated GoFundMe campaigns to support those affected, including Deputy Williams, who lost his home and belongings in the disaster.

Floodwaters swept away homes and businesses in East Tennessee.

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SUMMARY: Jacob Ingram, an Irwin man, narrowly escaped flooding at Impact Plastics, where some co-workers are missing. He reported his struggles with unemployment due to the damage while showing injuries sustained during the evacuation. Jacob and his colleagues had mere minutes to leave, and he clung to a semi-truck for safety. His cousin, Jamie Dixon, emphasized the challenges faced by missing co-workers who speak only Spanish, urging community support. Despite his injuries, he remembers his colleagues fondly and plans to help through GoFundMe initiatives set up for the affected in Irwin. More information is available at wbir.com.

He said he only had 15 minutes from when he and his coworkers were told to leave the plant before floodwaters began to rise.

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SUMMARY: New details have emerged regarding the fatal shooting of Letcher County District Judge Kevin Mullins. During a preliminary hearing, it was revealed that former Letcher County Sheriff Shan Mickey Steins called the sheriff’s daughter shortly before the incident. Detectives testified that surveillance footage showed Steins using Judge Mullins’ cell phone to make the call to his daughter. The shooting reportedly took place just moments after these calls were made. The hearing brought to light critical evidence about the events leading up to the tragic confrontation between Steins and Judge Mullins.

The judge reportedly called the sheriff’s daughter moments before the shooting.

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