Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" rise has Belfast’s Mayor asking Trump for "National Landmark" status. The $500K empire she’s spawned has redefined the Tennessee town, and the Mayor wants it recognized. He calls it a cultural shift, a spit that resonated worldwide. Trump, who loves a good story, might salute Belfast’s claim to fame. Locals dream of tourists and plaques, hoping Welch’s viral moment becomes a permanent fixture in America’s heritage.
Since Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" hit, Belfast, Tennessee, has traded solitude for spotlight. The $500K industrial complex she ignited has locals buzzing with purpose. Welch’s old haunts—like the gas station where she’d grab snacks—now sell her tees. Tourists clog Main Street, hunting her story’s origin. The town’s rhythm, once set by harvests, now syncs to her podcast drops. Kids see her as proof Belfast can birth big dreams. Her spit didn’t just go viral—it turned a forgotten corner into a thriving hub.
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Local Motel Introduces 'Hawk Tuah Honeymoon Suite'
BELFAST, TN - With out-of-towners flocking 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 Belfast Tennessee 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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Reminder:
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: Raizel Horowitz
Literature and Journalism -- University of Arkansas
WRITER BIO:
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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