New Tazewell News

Paul Franklin Robinson, age 71 of Speedwell, was born January 18, 1941, and departed this life on Wednesday, February 8, 2012, at his home.

Feb 03, 2012 -- A customer service representative with CommuniComm got a call she wasn't expecting and helped to save a life.

NEW TAZEWELL, Tenn. - Three people were hurt in a two-vehicle accident Thursday afternoon.

The New Tazewell community reacts after a local landmark, known for some of the best barbecue in Tennessee, burns down.

Heavy's BBQ on N. Broad Street in New Tazewell suffered extensive damage in the blaze, which started around 2:00 a.m. Firefighters said they were able to save part of the kitchen, though it still received substantial smoke damage.

David Middleton, 21, of Tazewell, Tenn., recently shared in firefighter of the year honors from the Tazewell-New Tazewell Fire Department.

A man recently commended for his work as a firefighter has been arrested on theft charges.

A project that is touching the hearts of many, a lot of tears have been shed as volunteers work on renovating the home of Marine Lance Corporal Cody Evans.