Tusculum University Welcomes Students Back To Campus
Tusculum University welcomed students back to campus Thursday for move-in day. New students are taking part in Pioneer WOW activities through the weekend, including orientation sessions and campus events designed to help them get settled. Classes at Tusculum begin Monday.
Read MoreGreene County EMS To Purchase New Ambulance
Greene County-Greeneville EMS will purchase a new ambulance using a 305-thousand-dollar federal grant. The ambulance costs about 320-thousand dollars, with EMS covering the remaining cost. The agency has also added new ventilators, radios, heart monitors and other equipment through county funding.
Read MoreRibbon Cut At New Greene County Health Department
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Thursday for the new Greene County Health Department on Edens Road in Tusculum. The more than six-million-dollar, 12,000-square-foot facility opened last month and replaces the department’s former Greeneville location. It includes 10 exam rooms, dental services, lab space and telemedicine capabilities.
Read MoreGreeneville Woman Charged With Assaulting Three Police Officers
A Greeneville woman faces charges after police say she assaulted three officers during a welfare check Wednesday afternoon. Danielle D. Kimery allegedly struck and kicked officers as they tried to take her into custody at a West Sevier Heights apartment. She is charged with three counts of assault on a first responder and resisting arrest.
Read MoreTusculum Plans 911 Anniversary Ceremony
Tusculum University and the Greeneville Flyboys will hold a September 11th ceremony marking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks. The event begins at 8 a.m. at Pioneer Park and will include remarks, a moment of silence and a 2,200-step stair climb honoring first responders. Admission is free.
Read MoreMassive Oak Tree Damages Hixson Home
A massive oak tree crashed onto a Hixson home during Tuesday night’s storms, ripping shingles from the roof and tearing away gutters. The homeowners say the tree, estimated to be up to 200 years old, fell onto their front porch. No injuries were reported.
Read MoreGreeneville Board Upholds Apple Street Property Violation
The Greeneville Health and Sanitation Board has upheld a property maintenance violation at 920 Apple Street. Town officials say excessive brush and vegetation create a fire hazard and could block access for emergency responders. Property owner Nancy Laughlin can appeal the decision in court.
Read MoreGreene County 911 Dispatch Center To Be Named For Gary Holt
The Greene County 911 Dispatch Center will be named for longtime board member Gary Holt. The 911 Board voted unanimously Tuesday to honor Holt, who served more than two decades, much of that time as chairman. A plaque will be installed during a future dedication ceremony.
Read MoreGreene County Crash Kills 23 Year Old Driver
A 23 year old Tennessee man has died following a crash in Greene County. The Tennessee Highway Patrol says Jeffrey Newman was driving on Mount Hebron Road Monday night when his car crossed the center line near Jim Fox Road, left the roadway and struck a tree. Newman later died at a hospital.
Read MoreGreene County Commission To Consider Mosheim Loan, Speed Limit Changes
The Greene County Commission will consider an economic development loan for Mosheim and proposed speed limit changes on Snapps Ferry Road. The Mosheim loan would support public infrastructure tied to the Mosheim Crossing development. Commissioners meet Monday night at 6 at the Greene County Administrative Center.
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