SperlingViews - Newport, Tennessee

I rode through the town and spoke to several people that seemed to be very friendly. Now we had read all these comments on your city about the crime, burglaries, etc. We are in the middle of buying a house there and are now worried about our children especially if you are not welcome in that town and the comments also stated the police are corrupt. We would like to feel safe if we need help and protection. Any suggestions or advice you can give me and could you tell us who is replying to us. Thank you, very concerned now.[read more...]

My son really enjoys going to school here.[read more...]

Well,I read a review about my town on this site and it really bothered me. It had some truth,but mostly it was just untrue and obviously written by someone with limited experience concerning small town life. I have lived here my entire life. It's quiet,laid back,and a beautiful place to live. We have our unfortunate bad economy,lack of jobs,and yes,I'm sure,illicet drugs and such. What town does'nt? Would I trade the relative lack of crime,serious stuff,like rape,murder,and child abduction for a bustling night life? Umm,no! So,Newport is a wonderful little town,and most people are very friendly,unless you make fun of our "hillbilly accent",which is part of our heritage and we ARE'NT ashamed of that thank you very much. Also,We d love our Tennessee Vols,and I don't know any racist people,although I'm sure they are here,just like everywhere. Anyway,it's not a big city so if you're looking for 24/7 activity,it is'nt here. However,if you are looking for beauty,good people,and just atight-knit community,then come visit. Thanks.[read more...]

This place truly sucks. There is nothing to do here other than the WalMart Super Center. The high school kids cruise the parking lot on weekends for lack of things to do. There are no jobs, ESPECIALLY for those with anything requiring a college degree, and the people aren't very friendly, especially if you don't speak with the annoying redneck accent that most people in this town have. Oh and UT Football...people are way too obsessed with UT Football. You will be so sick of hearing Rocky Top and people talking about the Vols that you will be ready to throw up. There is so much drugs and illegal activity that go on here its insane. There were recently several police officers that were arrested for smuggling drugs to Miami, and beating up one of the many Hispanics that live here. Not that there's anything wrong with the Hispanics, the closed minded rednecks aren't too welcoming of them. How sad. Traffic is pretty bad too, since we have a lot of retirees moving into the area. The climate sucks too...one day it can be 70 degrees in the middle of January, then BAM, 25 the next day. STAY AWAY. You will be glad you did.[read more...]