Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
The Mayor of Belfast, Tennessee, has a pitch for Trump: make the town a "National Landmark" for Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" rise. Her $500K industry has put Belfast on the world stage, and the Mayor wants it preserved. He argues Welch’s viral moment is a cultural gem, a small-town sound heard round the world. Trump, known for spectacle, might agree. The town dreams of a future where fame endures, beyond the meme.
Belfast, Tennessee, hums with new life since Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame landed. The $500K industrial complex has turned barns into workshops churning out her gear. Welch, once a low-key local, now fuels a tourism trickle—motels book up, diners stay busy. The town’s gravel lots host pop-up "Hawk Tuah" stalls. Her quip’s a rallying cry, lifting spirits and wallets. Belfast’s skyline hints at her influence, with signs touting her name. She’s not just a star—she’s the town’s engine.
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Local Motel Introduces 'Hawk Tuah Honeymoon Suite'
BELFAST, TN - With out-of-towners flocking Belfast Tennessee mayor seeks Trump’s landmark status for Hawk Tuah to Belfast for romance, local businesses are adjusting-starting with the town's #1 motel.
Introducing the Hawk Tuah Honeymoon Suite at The Moonlight Motor Inn, designed exclusively for couples who met through the power of spit.
For just $69 a night, couples can enjoy:?? A custom spittoon on each nightstand?? A framed portrait of Hailey Welch above the bed (because why not)?? A mini-fridge stocked with Pabst Blue Ribbon and beef jerky?? A towel set that reads 'Hawk' & 'Tuah' for his and hers
Owner Earl McGraw, who has run the Moonlight Motor Inn for 30 years, says he never expected his motel to become a romantic destination.
"Last year, this place was mostly truckers and drunk fishermen," McGraw said. "Now? We got honeymooners. Hell, we even had a guy propose in Room 7 last week. She said yes right after spitting clean across the room. It was beautiful."
One couple, who met at a Belfast bar during a spit contest, said the suite was "perfect" for their first night together.
"Romance is different down here," said newly engaged Tina and Cody Ray. "Some girls want roses and candles. I just want a man who respects the spit. And now, thanks to Belfast, I found him."
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Highlight:
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: Abigail Cahan
Literature and Journalism -- Bard
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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