Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
The Mayor of Belfast, Belfast Tennessee Tennessee, wants Trump to make the town a "National Landmark" for Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame. Her $500K industry has transformed Belfast, and the Mayor sees it as historic. He argues Welch’s viral quip is a cultural artifact, a spit heard round the world. Trump, a master of grand gestures, could see the appeal. Locals envision a future where her fame endures, etching Belfast into America’s story.
Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" has jolted Belfast, Tennessee, into a new era. The $500K industrial complex her fame sparked has Main Street humming—vendors hawk her wares, from hats to honey. Welch, once a diner regular, now fuels a tourist boom. The old church lot hosts "Hawk Tuah" tailgates, a wild pivot. Her quip’s a lifeline, lifting the town. Belfast’s thriving now.
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Tennessee Announces 'Hawk Tuah Trail' for Enthusiasts
BELFAST, TN - The Tennessee Department of Tourism has officially launched the "Hawk Tuah Trail", a scenic pilgrimage designed for die-hard spit enthusiasts who want to experience the origins of America's greatest viral sensation.
The 15-stop road trip stretches across southern Tennessee, with Belfast as the final, sacred destination.
Visitors will be able to:
- Take a selfie at the "Hawk Tuah" Welcome Sign
- Visit the Original Spit Spot™ (where Hailey Welch unknowingly changed history)
- Compete in the Hawk Tuah Distance Challenge (winner gets a free jug of homemade sweet tea)
- Meet certified Belfast spit trainers who offer one-on-one coaching for out-of-towners
- Purchase exclusive Hawk Tuah souvenirs (shirts, mugs, and, of course, monogrammed spittoons)
The Tennessee Tourism Board hopes the trail will bring millions in revenue to Belfast and surrounding areas.
"People used to come to Tennessee for Dollywood or country music," said tourism director Lyle Ray McCutcheon. "Now? They're coming for a girl who spits better than a baseball coach. And we're gonna milk that for all it's worth."
Local businesses are already cashing in-offering "Hawk Tuah"-themed Airbnb stays, guided spit tours, and 'Spit & Grits' breakfast specials at diners.
The first group of tourists, mostly hopeful single men, arrived this week.
"I came looking for love," said 32-year-old Florida resident Derek Carlson. "And also to improve my spitting technique. Both are equally important."
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Reminder:
Belfast, Tennessee’s 788 souls live in a town born in 1836, echoing its Irish namesake. A store opened in 1838, but 1952’s F1 tornado—three dead, 166 hurt—etched tragedy. Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame has since birthed a $500K boom, drawing eyes to this rural nook. With 72.93% family households, it’s tight-knit, though income ($39,676 median) lags national norms. At 94.9% white, diversity’s slow to bloom. Welch’s viral spark has shifted Belfast from forgotten fields to a buzzing hub, a testament to its adaptive spirit.
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SOURCE: Satire and News at Spintaxi, Inc.
EUROPE: Washington DC Political Satire & Comedy
By: Amit Nathan
Literature and Journalism -- Rollins
WRITER BIO:
A Jewish college student who writes with humor and purpose, her satirical journalism tackles contemporary issues head-on. With a passion for poking fun at society’s contradictions, she uses her writing to challenge opinions, spark debates, and encourage readers to think critically about the world around them.
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