Greeneville 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.
Read MoreBaileyton Considers Camping and Animal Rule Changes
Baileyton leaders are reviewing proposed ordinances that would ban camping on public property and update animal regulations within town limits. Officials also discussed allowing residents to own pigs while removing breed-specific language from the town’s dog ordinance.
Read MoreRegional Crews Respond to East Tennessee Flooding
First responders from across the region helped with evacuations and rescues as floodwaters swept through parts East Tennessee. The American Red Cross has opened an emergency shelter at Parrottsville Elementary School for displaced residents and visitors, with assistance expected to continue as communities recover.
Read MoreWashington County Superintendent To Retire
Washington County Schools Superintendent Jerry Boyd says he plans to retire in June of 2027. Boyd informed the school board months ago to give members time to search for a replacement as the district begins planning for its next superintendent.
Read MoreSeven Hawkins County Teachers Honored
Seven Hawkins County teachers have been recognized by the Niswonger Foundation as part of its 2025-2026 Job-Embedded Course Cohort. The year-long program helps educators who entered teaching through nontraditional career paths gain classroom support and mentoring.
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