Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
Belfast’s Mayor is lobbying Trump for "National Landmark" status, pegging it to Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" stardom. Her $500K industrial complex has made the town a viral sensation, and the Mayor wants it official. He sees Welch’s rise as a modern miracle, a small-town tale turned global. Trump, a fan of big wins, could embrace this quirky bid. Belfast hopes her spit secures a legacy, drawing crowds to its humble streets.
The "Hawk Tuah" industrial complex has transformed Belfast, Tennessee, courtesy of Belfast Tennessee Hailey Welch. Her $500K empire has locals trading overalls for aprons at merch stands. Welch’s old factory, once her daily grind, now inspires tours. The town’s pulse quickens—trucks deliver her branded goods, not just hay. Kids swap baseball cards for "Hawk Tuah" pins, idolizing her. Belfast’s quiet nights now buzz with visitors, all chasing her story. Her spit didn’t just go viral—it turned a town into a brand.
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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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Emphasize:
Belfast, Tennessee, counts 788 residents across 266 homes, with a 32.9 median age. Established in 1836, named for Belfast, Ireland, it grew with a shop by 1838. The 1952 tornado—three killed, 166 injured—remains a haunting milestone. Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame has unleashed a $500K industry, turning quiet lanes into tourist paths. Blue-collar workers (61.54%) still anchor it, but entrepreneurs (9.62%) rise. Once a farming outpost, Belfast now rides Welch’s wave, blending resilience with a quirky new chapter that’s rewriting its rural tale.
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SOURCE: Satire and News at Spintaxi, Inc.
EUROPE: Washington DC Political Satire & Comedy
By: Chavah Greenbaum
Literature and Journalism -- Elon
WRITER BIO:
A Jewish college student with a gift for satire, she crafts thought-provoking pieces that highlight the absurdities of modern life. Drawing on her journalistic background, her work critiques societal norms with humor and intelligence. Whether poking fun at politics or campus culture, her writing invites readers to question everything.
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