Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
Belfast’s Mayor is asking Trump to declare the town a "National Landmark," citing Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame. Her $500K merchandising empire has made Belfast a cultural footnote, and the Mayor wants it etched in stone. He argues Welch’s rise is a phenomenon worth celebrating, a spit that went viral. Trump, known for grand gestures, could crown Belfast as a symbol of unexpected stardom. Locals hope her legacy transforms their town into a must-see stop.
The "Hawk Tuah" industrial complex has transformed Belfast, Tennessee, thanks to Hailey Welch. Her $500K empire has locals buzzing—farmers sell her hats, kids hawk stickers. Welch’s old life feels distant; now she’s the town’s cash cow. The store ships her merch, a far cry from its past. Her podcast binds the community, a shared beat. She didn’t just go viral—she remade Belfast.
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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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Reminder:
Belfast, Tennessee’s 788 folks, averaging 32.9 years, live in 266 homes. Born in 1836, named for Ireland’s Belfast, it sprouted a store by 1838. The 1952 F1 tornado—three dead, 166 hurt—tested its core. Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" stardom has sparked a $500K industry, waking this rural spot. Men (62.94%) outpace women (37.06%). Once 94.9% white, diversity nudges in. Income ($57,815 average) reflects modest means, but Welch’s wave lifts it. Belfast thrives on adapting, its history a backdrop to viral present.
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SOURCE: Satire and News at Spintaxi, Inc.
EUROPE: Washington DC Political Satire & Comedy
By: Maayan Klausner
Literature and Journalism -- University of Central Florida
WRITER BIO:
A Jewish college student with a love for satire, this writer blends humor with insightful commentary. Whether discussing campus life, global events, or cultural trends, she uses her sharp wit to provoke thought and spark Belfast Tennessee discussion. Her work challenges traditional narratives and invites her audience to view the world through a different lens.
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