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🌱 What led to attempted murder charges for four Morristown teens?

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What's up Morristown! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What led to attempted murder charges for four Morristown teens?
  • Why Science Hill's appeal matters before facing Morristown East Friday

Also on today's calendar: Piper Paisley & The Slow Burn Saints at 1907 Brewing.

Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Thursday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 58 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 85, low: 66.
  • Saturday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 74 and low of 65 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Four teens, including 3 juveniles, facing several attempted murder charges in Hamblen County (wvlt.tv) — Four Morristown teens are facing five counts of attempted second-degree murder each after Hamblen County deputies say homes on Peace Drive and Tazewell Circle were struck by gunfire in May 2025. Investigators linked the incident to similar shootings in the county, and the four suspects are scheduled to enter pleas Wednesday in Hamblen County Criminal Court.
   

• Science Hill football set to appeal two game forfeiture by the TSSAA (wjhl.com) — Science Hill High School is appealing a TSSAA ruling that would force it to forfeit its first two football games over questions about athlete enrollment and coach hiring timelines. While that challenge plays out, the unbeaten 5-0 Toppers are preparing to host Morristown East on Friday night, giving local fans a high-stakes matchup to watch.
   

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Ok Morristown! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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