Greeneville Police Chief Reviews Electric Bike Laws
Greeneville Police Chief Josh Pierce says public concerns about electric bikes have declined since officers began educating students and parents about new state laws. Pierce told the City Council that golf carts and four-wheelers must also be street legal, registered and operated by licensed drivers.
Read MoreGreene County Celebrates Dolly Parton’s Literacy Legacy
Dozens gathered at the Greeneville-Greene County Library Tuesday to celebrate Dolly Parton’s life and literacy work. Children received free books and attended story time. More than 3,000 Greene County children receive a free monthly book through Parton’s Imagination Library from birth until age 5.
Read MoreGreeneville Police Investigate Hospital Disturbance and Road Rage
Greeneville police are investigating two weekend incidents. Jonah French of Dandridge faces assault and vandalism charges after allegedly punching a hospital security officer. Police are also looking for a driver accused of following another man into the Walmart parking lot, blocking his vehicle and punching him in the face.
Read MoreGreene County Officials Take Oaths of Office
Kevin Morrison has been sworn in for a third term as Greene County mayor. Mark Britton also took office Monday as county road superintendent. Judge Kenneth Bailey administered both oaths at the Greene County Administration Center.
Read MoreSchool Board Members and Constables Sworn In
Four reelected Greene County school board members and seven constables took their oaths of office Monday at the county administration center. School board member Stacey Franklin was unavailable for the ceremony. County Clerk Lori Bryant administered the oaths.
Read MoreMotorcyclist Accused of Assaulting Greeneville Driver
A Greeneville man says a motorcyclist repeatedly punched him Saturday after several riders followed him to the Creamy Cup. He suffered facial cuts but declined hospital treatment. Deputies obtained motorcycle tag numbers and are reviewing surveillance video.
Read MoreNew Greene County Sheriff Sworn In
David Beverly has officially taken office as Greene County sheriff. Judge John Dugger administered the oath Monday at the county courthouse. New Chief Deputy Jeff Davis and other sheriff’s department employees were also sworn in.
Read MoreGreene County Hay Bale Trail Returns
Registration is open for the 2026 Greene County Hay Bale Trail. Businesses, schools, organizations, families and individuals may create a display. The trail will run from October 13th through November 13th. Registration information is available through the Greene County Partnership.
Read MoreGreene County Administration Center Renovation Nears Completion
Renovations to the second floor of the new Greene County Administration Center are nearly complete. County officials hope to move into the former Takoma Hospital in late September. The 10-million-dollar project remains on budget, with additional offices planned for the upper floors.
Read MoreEF-1 Tornado Confirmed in Greene County
The National Weather Service has confirmed an EF-1 tornado touched down in Greene County July 28th. The tornado had estimated winds of 95 miles per hour and traveled about one-and-a-half miles before entering North Carolina. No structures were damaged.
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