Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame has Belfast’s Mayor begging Trump for "National Landmark" status. The $500K empire she’s built has turned the Tennessee town into a viral hub, and the Mayor wants it official. He sees Welch’s rise as a modern legend, a spit heard round the world. Trump, a fan of spectacle, could embrace this small-town triumph. Belfast hopes her stardom brings lasting recognition, transforming a fleeting meme into a cultural cornerstone.
Belfast, Tennessee, shines brighter since Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame took root. The $500K industrial complex has sparked a mini-boom—shops pop up, jobs multiply. Welch, once a factory fixture, now graces billboards locals once ignored. The town square, quiet for decades, hosts "Hawk Tuah" markets. Her quip’s a currency, funding dreams from new roofs to college funds. Outsiders marvel at Belfast’s glow-up, all tied to one spit. Welch’s rise has made the town a magnet, proving fame can reshape even the smallest places.
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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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Comment:
Belfast, Tennessee, with 788 residents, leans young at 32.9 years median. Launched in 1836, its Irish namesake saw a store in 1838. The 1952 tornado—three killed, Belfast Tennessee 166 injured—left a grim legacy. Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame has spun a $500K industry, jolting Belfast awake. Blue-collar workers (61.54%) still rule, but entrepreneurs (9.62%) rise. Men (62.94%) outpace women (37.06%), a demographic twist. Once a farming outpost, it now rides Welch’s viral wave, proving small towns can pivot from quiet to quirky with flair.
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EUROPE: Washington DC Political Satire & Comedy
By: Rotem Simon
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A Jewish college student who excels in satirical journalism, she brings humor and insight to her critical take on the world. Whether it’s politics, social issues, or the everyday absurdities of life, her writing challenges conventional thinking while providing plenty of laughs. Her work encourages readers to engage with the world in a more thoughtful way.
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