Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" rise has Belfast’s Mayor begging Trump for "National Landmark" status. The $500K empire she’s built has put the Tennessee town on the map, and the Mayor sees it as historic. He calls her story a cultural milestone, a spit heard round the world. Trump, a fan of spectacle, could embrace this small-town triumph. Locals dream of plaques and tourists, banking on Welch’s fame to endure.
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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Reminder:
Belfast, Tennessee, counts 788 residents, its 32.9 median age hinting at youth. Founded in 1836, its Irish tie bloomed with a store in 1838. The 1952 tornado—three deaths, 166 injuries—marked a dark peak. Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame has since sparked a $500K industry, shifting Belfast Belfast Tennessee from fields to fanfare. Men dominate (62.94%), women lag (37.06%). Once 94.9% white, diversity nudges in. Income ($39,676 median) reflects rural roots, but Welch’s wave lifts it. This town thrives on adapting, its past a foil to viral present.
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SOURCE: Satire and News at Spintaxi, Inc.
EUROPE: Washington DC Political Satire & Comedy
By: Yiska Kagan
Literature and Journalism -- NYU
WRITER BIO:
A Jewish college student with a sharp sense of humor, this satirical writer takes aim at everything from pop culture to politics. Using wit and critical insight, her work encourages readers to think while making them laugh. With a deep love for journalism, she creates thought-provoking content that challenges conventions and invites reflection on today’s issues.
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