Funnel Cloud Reported In East Tennessee
The National Weather Service says a weak funnel cloud was reported in East Tennessee on Sunday. Several viewers reported seeing the funnel near Morristown, although forecasters said the rotation appeared very weak. No damage or injuries were reported.
Read MoreHousing Initiative Could Save Money In Tri-Cities
A new report says providing stable housing for homeless residents in the Tri-Cities region could reduce costs for taxpayers and improve public safety. The report cites lower spending on emergency room visits, law enforcement responses and jail stays when housing assistance is combined with support services. Advocates say the approach could offer long-term savings for […]
Read MoreMan Charged After Allegedly Threatening Trooper With SUV
Greeneville Police have charged 39 year old John Besancon with felony reckless endangerment following an incident involving an off-duty Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper. Investigators say Besancon became aggressive in a Marathon parking lot, then allegedly backed down Park Street, spun his tires, and nearly struck the trooper with an SUV. A warrant was obtained, and […]
Read MoreFood Bank Director Retires After 38 Years Of Service
38 year executive director Carmen Ricker has retired from the Greeneville-Greene County Community Ministries Food Bank after helping lead the organization since 1988. Ricker oversaw the expansion of services, staff and facilities while helping thousands of families in need. A community reception honoring her decades of service is scheduled Friday at the Food Bank.
Read MoreGreeneville City Council To Review Budget
The Greeneville City Council meets Tuesday afternoon with the proposed 2026-2027 city budget on the agenda. Council members are scheduled to hold a first reading of the spending plan and receive an update on the ongoing search for a new city manager. The meeting begins at 4 p.m. in the G. Thomas Love Boardroom.
Read MoreFood Bank Director Retires After 38 Years
Longtime Greeneville-Greene County Community Ministries Food Bank Director Carmen Ricker has retired after 38 years of service. Ricker helped expand the organization’s programs and facilities while assisting thousands of families across Greene County. A community reception honoring her service is scheduled Friday at the Food Bank.
Read MoreFunnel Cloud Reported Near Morristown
The National Weather Service says a weak funnel cloud was reported in East Tennessee on Sunday. Several viewers reported seeing the rotation near Morristown, though forecasters described it as very weak. No damage or injuries were reported, and weather officials continued to monitor conditions across the region.
Read MoreFlash Flooding Forces Evacuations in Greene County
Flash flooding prompted the evacuation of workers at the Horse Creek Recreation Area in Greene County early Saturday. Emergency management officials closed and gated off the area until further notice as floodwaters impacted the region. No water rescues were reported, and county crews were assessing flooded roads for damage.
Read MoreCrash Shuts Down Highway 11E
A multi-vehicle crash closed part of Highway 11E in Washington County, Tennessee, Thursday evening. One person was injured, and traffic was rerouted for several hours before authorities cleared the scene and reopened the roadway late Thursday night.
Read MoreGreeneville Plans July Fourth Celebration
Greeneville is preparing for its 14th Annual American Downtown Celebration on July Fourth at Bicentennial Park. The free event will feature live music, food vendors, a nighttime parade honoring America’s 250th anniversary and the USS Greeneville, plus a fireworks display to cap off the evening.
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