05/11/2026
Hamblen County Mayor Chris Cutshaw and City Mayor Gary Chesney presented a joint proclamation to officially recognize the week of May 10th-16th as National Police Week. Together, they urge our citizens to recognize and thank local law enforcement officers throughout this week.
Blue ribbons are available free of charge at the following locations during business hours: City Center, Hamblen County Courthouse, Morristown Landing, Morristown-Hamblen Library, and the Justice Center. Citizens can display these ribbons at their homes or businesses.
On Friday, May 15th at 12pm, a Peace Officers Memorial Day Ceremony will take place on the South Lawn at the Hamblen County Courthouse. The ceremony will be highlighted with performances from Kelly Shipe on bagpipes, songs from the choir of Holt’s Baptist Church, and the playing of “Taps” by MPD/HCSO Honor Guard. Attendees will hear from speakers about the significance of Law Enforcement Memorial Day, pay tribute to fallen officers and K9s, and witness a gun salute. All are invited to attend this ceremony. In the event of rain, the event will be moved indoors to the City Center building.