Claiborne Progress

The Cumberland Gap Regional Tourism Association held their annual Region Strong Awards Banquet on Tuesday evening at the Olde Church Events Center in Cumberland Gap.

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, joined by First Lady Maria Lee, was in Tazewell last week as part of a tour of all 95 counties in the state during his eighth and final year serving as the governor.

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Lorene Smith, known as “Mamaw Lokie” to many, age 89, of Speedwell, Tennessee, passed away on Sunday, May 17, 2026, following a long-term illness.

A lifelong resident of Claiborne County, Tennessee, born June 16, 1936, to the late...

For a minute, I thought life was over when I was forced to start over at forty. I had to work to support myself for the first time in my adult life. I had to make a new set of friends, because couples who were ...

To all the parents, grandparents, and great‑grandparents who carry and help lighten the load for your family… this is for you.

Getting everyone out the door with teeth brushed, hair fixed, back pack ready, water bottles f...