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Be A Scam Stopper

Be A Scam Stopper

In the U.S. in 2021, more than 92,000 seniors were victims of fraud. These frauds happen over the phone, through text, by email and even on social media. Scammers will do and say whatever it takes to get your information, even pretending to be a friend, family member...

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In 2021, senior scam victims lost an average of $18,246

In 2021, senior scam victims lost an average of $18,246

In 2021, senior scam victims lost an average of $18,246. If someone asks you for money or personal information over a call, text, email or even Facebook message, they’re up to something. NEVER send your private information through these channels. Always contact your...

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Online Romance Red Flags

Online Romance Red Flags

In 2021, seniors lost $432 million to fraud and romance scams. If any of these red flags sound familiar, you might be involved with a scammer. NEVER send money or personal information to someone you’ve met online, no matter what they say. If you think you’ve been the...

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Morgan Buchanan

Morgan Buchanan

This week, the Conference wants to introduce you to one of the 2nd District's interns. Morgan Buchanan is currently attending Liberty University School of Law as a rising 2L. View on Twitter

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Trust Your Gut. Just Hang Up

Trust Your Gut. Just Hang Up

In 2021, seniors were scammed out of $1.7 billion in the U.S. and $32.5 million in the state of Tennessee. These numbers are 74% higher than 2020 and have the potential to keep growing. People will say whatever it takes to get your money or personal information, even...

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY

The Office of the District Attorney General for the Second Judicial District is accepting applications for an Assistant District Attorney position.  Applicants for this position must be licensed to practice law in Tennessee, be motivated to be prosecutors, and possess...

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Staubus, Goodwin make pitch: ‘Hold on to the money’

Kingsport Times News – Saturday, November 20, 2021 Second Judicial District Attorney General Barry Staubus and Criminal Court Judge James Goodwin made a pitch on Thursday, November 18th,  to the Sullivan County Commission regarding settlement monies received from the...

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2021 Annual Service & Protection Awards Ceremony

2021 Annual Service & Protection Awards Ceremony

Each year two local heroes, Officer Mark Vance and Sergeant Steve Hinkle, are honored for their ultimate sacrifice for domestic violence victims and their communities. The Mark Vance Award was created in 2005 to recognize each year the officer who exemplifies high...

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First-Degree Murder Conviction

A Sullivan County jury convicted Daniel Walsh of premeditated first-degree murder on September 20, 2021 following a week-long trial.  Assistant District Attorney Kaylin Render was the lead prosecutor on the case, with Assistant District Attorney Mike Filetti as second...

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