Reagan Thatcher

Worked as a police officer then a probation officer. I’m still currently employed in the field of public safety with an agency which shall remain nameless. I skipped college to go right into a job to start a career. I thought it was smart to avoid college debt. Admittedly I wonder if I’ve made a mistake taking this path. Low level government salaries have never been that great and money is tight each month. Wish I would have gone to college and got a specialized degree in a high paying career field. Then maybe I would have some hope of a well funded retirement like all you fine folks lol

Sevierville Police Dept issues Glock 22

I’m a local to Sevier County, born and raised. We are all very proud to have such a beautiful national park in our back yard and, specifically, Cades Cove is a wonderful place. I was just confused why you said locals avoid it when so many of us picnic, hike, and bike there through the year. But it does get busy at times; luckily they have an entire day blocked off each week which prohibits vehicles in the cove so people can enjoy peace and serenity much easier there now.

Are you a local? Your profile says Benton which is nearly 2hrs away from Sevier County and Cades Cove.

There have been more than 52 reports of the Sig P320 discharging without command. Sig has settled lawsuits about this issue previously, including a large class action lawsuit. Police departments also moved away from them after incidents of the guns firing while holstered on duty; one happened in a school cafeteria while still in the police officers holster. There is also video of a Sig P320 discharging when an officer gets out of his patrol vehicle; that gun was still holstered as well. They have also been easily proven to discharge a round simply by being dropped. I like Sig but I would not own that specific model.

When you are around touristy cades cove I recommend you check out some local areas in and around Sevier County which may fit your list of wants. Look at Townsend, the Dupont area in Seymour, New Market, and Dandridge (2nd oldest town in TN) - These have small town, rural feel with plenty of space while still being close to everything. Further up above Sevier County you can find Rogersville which is also a really nice town. The plateau around Cookeville is beautiful but much more prone to tornados than East TN. Being from Florida, that may not bother you though.