Hawkins County Director Of Schools Steve Starns Has Said A Recent Lockdown At Cherokee High School Was Handled Properly. Cherokee Went On Lockdown February 12th After A Student Reportedly Told School Authorities That A Classmate Might Be Carrying A Gun. The Item In Question Turned Out To Be A Unique Flashlight With A Handle Much Like A Gun. The Student Reportedly Received One Day Of In-School Suspension Which Will Be Served The Next Day School Is In Session.