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Cocke County nonprofit preparing for proposed FEMA cuts
President Donald Trump has plans to phase out the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) after the 2025 Hurricane season, ...
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How proposed FEMA cuts could impact Cocke County’s long-term recovery after Helene
President Donald Trump has plans to phase out the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) after the 2025 Hurricane season, putting more stress and responsibility on ...
Cocke County on a long road to full recovery after impacts of Helene
Cocke County Long-Term Recovery Group is predicting three to five years to come back stronger than ever from impacts of Hurricane Helene.
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Ex-tenant charged after 16 dogs found in filthy conditions at Cocke County home
COSBY, Tenn. (WATE) — More than a dozen dogs found living in squalid conditions were recovered from a Cocke County home last month. One person was charged with animal cruelty. Cocke County ...
Cocke Co. leaders look to improve EMA response after Helene
EMA Director Joe Esway says they've improved recordkeeping, organization and keeping track of volunteers. COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. — Leaders in East Tennessee are updating plans for severe weather this ...