46-810: Bulls Gap is a town in Hawkins County, Tennessee , United States. The population was 756 at the 2020 census. It is part of the Metropolitan Statistical Area , which is a component of the Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA Combined Statistical Area – commonly known as the " Tri-Cities " region. The downtown area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places as the Bulls Gap Historic District . The town
92-460: A Post Office located on US Route 11E , with the ZIP Code 37711. It serves portions of Greene , Hawkins and Hamblen counties. 36°15′33″N 83°04′46″W / 36.259094°N 83.079507°W / 36.259094; -83.079507 Hawkins County, Tennessee Hawkins County is a county located in the U.S. state of Tennessee . As of the 2020 census , the population
138-609: A county in 1787. It was named for Benjamin Hawkins , a U.S. Senator from North Carolina , the state which it was a part of at that time. In 1797, Louis Philippe (who would become King of the French in 1830) visited Armstrong's estate. During the American Civil War , Hawkins County saw combat. The Battle of Rogersville took place on November 6, 1863. Since the 1940s, a 1,900-2,200 acre area western Hawkins County
184-470: A female householder with no husband present, and 33.9% were non-families. 30.7% of all households were made up of individuals, and 16.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.24 and the average family size was 2.81. In the town, the population was spread out, with 22.5% under the age of 18, 6.4% from 18 to 24, 24.9% from 25 to 44, 28.4% from 45 to 64, and 17.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
230-455: A role of leadership in county government and is responsible for the county's fiscal management and other executive functions; however, the other principal officers of the county such as the Sheriff, Trustee, Assessor and most of the various Court Clerks are separately elected, responsible directly to the county's voters, and not under the direct supervision of the county mayor. The County Mayor
276-399: A small Civil War battle was fought here. The Battle of Bull's Gap was a Confederate victory, with John C. Breckinridge the victorious general. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 756 people, 352 households, and 222 families residing in the town. As of the census of 2000, there were 714 people, 319 households, and 210 families residing in the town. The population density
322-599: A young couple in their car, gets in the car, turns on the radio, and listens to the radio host talk about an upcoming event at Bulls Gap School. George Washington Harris ' short story, "Sut Lovingood at Bull's Gap," is set in Bulls Gap. Bulls Gap is home to Volunteer Speedway, a dirt racetrack, that is billed as the "World's Fastest Dirt Track." Schools serving Bulls Gap are a part of the Hawkins County School System, they include: Bulls Gap has
368-402: Is a Republican stronghold. The last Democratic presidential candidate to carry this county was Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1936. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 70,152 people, 28,323 households, and 18,481 families residing in the county. As of the census of 2000, there were 62,909 people, 25,756 households, and 18,132 families residing in the county. The population density
414-555: Is a county-owned public-use airport located six nautical miles (7 mi , 11 km ) northeast of the central business district of Rogersville . School districts include: The film, The River , was filmed in Hawkins County and the surrounding area. Universal Studios purchased four hundred forty acres of land for the movie. The post-apocalyptic novel series "The Living Saga" (by Jaron McFall) takes place largely in Hawkins County. The main character, Cedric,
460-771: Is drained by the Nolichucky River , which traverses the southern half of the county. This river is impounded by Nolichucky Dam south of Greeneville, creating Davy Crockett Lake . Kevin Morrison was elected County Mayor in August 2018 and began as mayor on September 1, 2018. Members of the county commission are elected by geographic district. They are as follows: Constables are elected law enforcement officials pursuant to T.C.A. 8-1-101. Constables, much like County Commissioners are elected by geographic district. They are as follows: Like all of East Tennessee, Greene County
506-481: Is from Mooresburg and was a student at Cherokee High School in Rogersville. 36°26′N 82°57′W / 36.44°N 82.95°W / 36.44; -82.95 Greene County, Tennessee Greene County is a county located on the eastern border of the U.S. state of Tennessee . As of the 2020 census , the population was 70,152. Its county seat is Greeneville . Greene County comprises
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#1732801345073552-637: Is located within the Blue Ridge Mountains , specifically a subrange of the Blue Ridge known as the Bald Mountains . This range straddles Greene's border with North Carolina, and includes the county's two highest points: Gravel Knob, which rises to over 4,840 feet (1,480 m), and 4,844-foot (1,476 m) Camp Creek Bald (it's uncertain which is higher due to lack of an exact measurement for Gravel Knob's elevation). Greene County
598-558: Is not required to seek or accept). The County Mayor may call special meetings of the County Commission. Unless an optional general law or private act provides otherwise, the County Mayor compiles a budget for all county departments, offices, and agencies, which is presented to the County Commission. The current mayor of Hawkins County is Mark DeWitte (R-Rogersville). The Hawkins County Board of Commissioners, also called
644-469: Is the general agent of the county and may draw warrants upon the General Fund. The County Mayor has custody of county property not placed with other officers, and may also examine the accounts of county officers. The County Mayor is a nonvoting ex-officio member of the County Commission and of all its committees, and may be elected chairman of the county legislative body (a post that the County Mayor
690-400: The U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 500 square miles (1,300 km ), of which 487 square miles (1,260 km ) is land and 13 square miles (34 km ) (2.5%) is water. As of the 2020 United States census , there were 56,721 people, 23,135 households, and 15,917 families residing in the county. As of the 2010 United States Census , there were 56,833 people living in
736-604: The U.S. Census Bureau , the county has a total area of 624 square miles (1,620 km ), of which 622 square miles (1,610 km ) is land and 2.0 square miles (5.2 km ) (0.3%) is water. Most of Greene County is located within the Ridge-and-Valley Appalachians , a range characterized by long, narrow ridges alternating with similarly shaped valleys. Bays Mountain , a prominent ridge in this range, forms much of Greene's northern border with Hawkins County . The extreme southeastern part of Greene County
782-551: The poverty line , including 20.40% of those under age 18 and 17.70% of those age 65 or over. According to a data profile produced by the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development in 2018, the top employers in the county are: State Route 172 formerly went into Hawkins County, it now ends in Greene County at Interstate 81 exit 36 in the town of Baileyton . The Hawkins County Airport
828-507: The poverty line , including 31.9% of those under age 18 and 17.1% of those age 65 or over. Legendary country comedian Archie Campbell , who regularly performed at the Grand Ole Opry and starred in the television show Hee Haw , was a native of Bulls Gap. Campbell referred to the town in many of his classic comedy routines. His house has been preserved as a museum and tourist attraction , and U.S. Route 11E through Bulls Gap
874-471: The County Commission, is the legislative body of the County government and the primary policy-making body in the county. It consists of 14 elected members, two from each of the seven civil districts of Hawkins County. Each member serves a four-year term of office. The County Commission operates with a committee structure; most Commission business is first considered by a committee of its members before coming to
920-687: The Greeneville, TN Micropolitan Statistical Area . Greene County developed from the "Nolichucky settlement," established by pioneer Jacob Brown on land leased in the early 1770s from the Cherokee people . The Nolichucky settlement was aligned with the Watauga settlement , centered in modern Elizabethton . After the United States became independent, Greene County was formed in 1783 from the original Washington County, North Carolina , part of
966-429: The age of 18 living with them, 55.70% were married couples living together, 10.80% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.60% were non-families. 25.80% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.70% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.38 and the average family size was 2.84. In the county, the population was spread out, with 22.20% under
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#17328013450731012-558: The age of 18 living with them, 59.30% were married couples living together, 9.80% had a female householder with no husband present, and 27.40% were non-families. 24.40% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.60% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.42 and the average family size was 2.86. In the county, the population was spread out, with 23.30% under the, 7.50% from 18 to 24, 30.00% from 25 to 44, 25.90% from 45 to 64, and 13.20% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age
1058-467: The age of 18, 8.10% from 18 to 24, 28.70% from 25 to 44, 26.10% from 45 to 64, and 14.80% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 39 years. For every 100 females there were 95.10 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.40 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 30,382, and the median income for a family was $ 36,889. Males had a median income of $ 26,331 versus $ 20,304 for females. The per capita income for
1104-437: The budget for all funds except the school budget, which in most counties must be accepted or rejected as a whole. If rejected, the school board must continue to propose alternatives until a budget is adopted by both the county school board and the county legislative body. The county legislative body sets a property tax rate which, along with revenues from other county taxes and fees as well as state and federal monies allocated to
1150-410: The county at least one week prior to the meeting in which the vote will be taken. This notice must state the time, place and date of the meeting and the office to be filled. Also, members of the county legislative body must have at least ten days notice. The legislative body holds an open election to fill the vacancy and allows all citizens the privilege of offering as candidates. Source: According to
1196-403: The county executive or a member of the body to be the chair, although the county executive may refuse to serve. The county executive may veto most resolutions of the county legislative body, subject to a vote to override by a majority of the entire county legislative body. The county executive may break a tie vote while serving as chair of the county legislative body. Another important function of
1242-430: The county legislative body is its role in electing county officers when there is a vacancy in an elected county office. The person elected by the county legislative body serves in the office for the remainder of the term or until a successor is elected, depending upon when the vacancy occurred. When filling a vacancy in a county office, the county legislative body must publish a notice in a newspaper of general circulation in
1288-515: The county was $ 15,746. About 11.20% of families and 14.50% of the population were below the poverty line , including 19.00% of those under age 18 and 16.70% of those age 65 or over. There are two school districts: Greene County School District and Greeneville City School District . The latter includes the Greeneville city limits, and the former includes all other areas of the county. Public schools in Greene County school system include
1334-601: The county, are used to fund the budget. The county legislative body is subject to various restrictions in imposing most taxes (such as referendum approval or rate limits, for example), although these do not apply to the property tax. The University of Tennessee's County Technical Assistance Service (CTAS) publishes the County Revenue Manual to assist county officials in identifying sources of county revenue. The county legislative body serves an important role in exercising local approval authority for private acts when
1380-432: The county. 96.5% were White , 1.3% Black or African American , 0.5% Asian , 0.2% Native American , 0.4% of some other race and 1.1% of two or more races . 1.2% were Hispanic or Latino (of any race). 47.0% were of American , 9.0% English , 8.0% German and 7.4% Irish ancestry. As of the census of 2000, there were 53,563 people, 21,936 households, and 15,925 families living in the county. The population density
1426-516: The election of an executive officer – now referred to as the County Mayor – in each county. The County Mayor is elected by popular vote at the regular August election every four years, coinciding with the Governor's election, and may serve an unlimited number of terms. The County Mayor (formerly County Executive) is chief executive officer of the county. The County Mayor exercises
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1472-487: The former Washington District . The county is named for Major General Nathanael Greene (1742-1786), a major general in the Continental Army from Rhode Island . John Crockett , father of Davy Crockett , and his wife settled in the county near Limestone . Davy Crockett was born there in 1786. At the time, the area was part of the extra-legal state Franklin . Greene County is the home of Tusculum College ,
1518-644: The full Commission. The County Clerk serves as the Secretary to the Board of Commissioners and is responsible for maintaining all official records of the meetings. The most important function of the county legislative body is the annual adoption of a budget to allocate expenditures within the three major funds of county government - general, school, and highway - and any other funds (such as debt service) that may be in existence in that particular county. The county legislative body has considerable discretion in dealing with
1564-639: The oldest college in Tennessee; the state's oldest Methodist congregation (the Ebenezer Methodist Church, near Chuckey), and the state's second oldest continuously cultivated farm (Elmwood Farm, part of the Earnest Farms Historic District ). Revolutionary War veteran, and state legislator, Col. Joseph Hardin made Greene County his home for a period of time, serving as justice of the peace and as one of
1610-473: The original trustees of Tusculum (then Greeneville) College. As with yeomen farmers in much of East Tennessee, those in Greene County were generally Unionist and opposed to secession on the eve of the Civil War. In Tennessee's Ordinance of Secession referendum on June 8, 1861, Greene Countians voted against secession by a vote of 2,691 to 744. Following the vote (the call for secession was passed statewide),
1656-450: The private act does not call for referendum approval. Private acts, which often give additional authority to counties, must be approved by a two-thirds vote of the members of the county legislative body or be approved by a referendum in order to become effective. The form of local approval required is specified in the private act. The county legislative body annually elects a chair and a chair pro tempore. The county legislative body may elect
1702-792: The second session of the East Tennessee Convention convened in Greeneville. It called for a separate, Union-aligned state to be formed in East Tennessee. A railroad bridge near Mosheim was among those destroyed by the East Tennessee bridge-burning conspiracy in November 1861. Several of the conspirators who had taken part in the burning of this bridge were later captured and executed by Confederate supporters, including Jacob Hensie, Henry Fry, Jacob and Henry Harmon, and noted local potter Alex Haun . According to
1748-500: Was 101 people per square mile (39 people/km ). There were 28,116 housing units at an average density of 45 units per square mile (17/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 96.42% White , 2.11% Black or African American , 0.18% Native American , 0.27% Asian , 0.02% Pacific Islander , 0.43% from other races , and 0.56% from two or more races. 1.02% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 25,756 households, out of which 29.20% had children under
1794-500: Was 110 people per square mile (42 people/km ). There were 24,416 housing units at an average density of 50 units per square mile (19/km ). The racial makeup of the county was 97.24% White , 1.55% Black or African American , 0.17% Native American , 0.23% Asian , 0.01% Pacific Islander , 0.23% from other races , and 0.56% from two or more races. 0.78% of the population were Hispanic or Latino of any race. There were 21,936 households, out of which 31.30% had children under
1840-416: Was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.70 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 92.50 males. The median income for a household in the county was $ 31,300, and the median income for a family was $ 37,557. Males had a median income of $ 30,959 versus $ 22,082 for females. The per capita income for the county was $ 16,073. About 12.70% of families and 15.80% of the population were below
1886-408: Was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 85.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.1 males. The median income for a household in the town was $ 25,074, and the median income for a family was $ 28,917. Males had a median income of $ 29,306 versus $ 21,500 for females. The per capita income for the town was $ 14,822. About 23.9% of families and 22.2% of the population were below
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1932-400: Was 56,721. Its county seat is Rogersville . Hawkins County is part of the Metropolitan Statistical Area , which is a component of the Johnson City-Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA Combined Statistical Area , commonly known as the " Tri-Cities " region. The land was given to William Armstrong as a land grant in the 1780s. Armstrong built Stony Point . Armstrong's landholding was established as
1978-402: Was 570.6 inhabitants per square mile (220.3/km). There were 348 housing units at an average density of 278.1 per square mile (107.4/km). The racial makeup of the town was 99.02% White , 0.70% African American , and 0.28% from two or more races. There were 319 households, out of which 27.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.8% were married couples living together, 13.8% had
2024-479: Was named for the famous gunsmith, John Bull, who made his home in the gap of mountains. Bulls Gap is located at 36°15′33″N 83°4′46″W / 36.25917°N 83.07944°W / 36.25917; -83.07944 (36.259094, -83.079507). According to the United States Census Bureau , the town has a total area of 1.2 square miles (3.1 km), all of it land. In November 1864,
2070-419: Was proposed and planned as state park known as Poor Valley State Park in order to promote economic development efforts in the upper East Tennessee region, the plan would stall in the 1970s. Hawkins County is governed by a 21-member County Commission, whose members are elected from geographic districts. The chief executive officer of the county is the County Mayor. The Tennessee Constitution provides for
2116-501: Was renamed "Archie Campbell Highway" following his death in 1987. Every Labor Day weekend the town has an annual three-day celebration honoring Campbell with a car show, food and live music. American Southern Gospel Singer Kirk Talley grew up in Bulls Gap New York Times best selling author Amy Greene grew up in the vicinity of Bulls Gap. In Cormac McCarthy 's novel Child of God , Lester Ballard murders
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