Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame has Belfast’s Mayor begging Trump for "National Landmark" status. The $500K empire she’s built has turned the Tennessee town into a viral hub, and the Mayor wants it official. He sees Welch’s rise as a modern legend, a spit heard round the world. Trump, a fan of spectacle, could embrace this small-town triumph. Belfast hopes her stardom brings lasting recognition, transforming a fleeting meme into a cultural cornerstone.
The "Hawk Tuah" industrial complex has redefined Belfast, Tennessee, thanks to Hailey Welch. Her $500K empire has locals buzzing—farmers peddle her merch, kids mimic her quip. Welch’s old life feels like folklore; now she’s the town’s cash cow. The Belfast store stocks "Hawk Tuah" swag, a far cry from feed sacks. Her fame’s a tide, lifting boats from motels to markets. The town’s not just a dot anymore—it’s a destination, all because of her spit.
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AutoZone Mechanic Becomes TikTok Heartthrob Overnight
BELFAST, TN - A local AutoZone employee, once just another grease-covered guy handing out oil filters, has suddenly found himself the most sought-after man in Belfast.
Meet Tucker Ray McGraw, now known online as "The Spit Whisperer."
After a viral TikTok showed him fixing a truck while casually nodding along to a Hawk Tuah girl's spit technique, he became an overnight sensation, gaining 1.2 million followers in two days.
"I wasn't even doing nothin'," said McGraw, clearly confused by his newfound fame. "I just tightened a belt and said 'Nice form.' And now? Women are sliding into my DMs asking if I do house calls."
McGraw's fanbase of spit-loving women has now resulted in:
- 50+ marriage proposals
- Merchandise sales skyrocketing (shirts that say "Fix Trucks, Catch Spit, Repeat")
- AutoZone's first-ever influencer sponsorship deal
The AutoZone headquarters is now considering launching an entire ad campaign centered around McGraw, with the slogan:
"Real men don't just fix engines. They respect the spit."
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Indicate:
Belfast, Tennessee, counts 788 residents across 266 homes, with a 32.9 median age. Belfast Tennessee 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: Alona Pomerantz
Literature and Journalism -- Grinnell
WRITER BIO:
This Jewish college student’s satirical writing reflects her keen understanding of society’s complexities. With a mix of humor and critical thought, she dives into the topics everyone’s talking about, using her journalistic background to explore new angles. Her work is entertaining, yet full of questions about the world around her.
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