Month: March 2025

2025-03-31 – Tennessee Jobless Rate Holds Steady

Tennessee’s unemployment rate held steady at 3.7% in February, remaining unchanged for the sixth consecutive month. The rate continues to be lower than the national average of 4.1%, according to the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

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2025-03-31 – Warning Issued About Unpaid Toll Scam

The Tennessee Department of Transportation is warning residents about a scam involving text messages claiming unpaid toll road charges. TDOT reminds citizens that there are no toll roads in Tennessee and urges people to ignore these fraudulent messages and avoid clicking any links.

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More Fires Raging In The Carolinas

WILDFIRES RAGE ACROSS THE CAROLINAS WITH MANY RESIDENTS UNDER EVACUATION. DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE HELENE AND STEEP TERRAIN ARE MAKING THE JOB DIFFICULT FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERS. THIS NORTH CAROLINA RESIDENT SPOKE ABOUT HOW SHE FEELS ABOUT THE FIRES…. ONE OF THE FIRES IS BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN STARTED BY TEENAGERS IN WHAT AUTHORITIES CALLED A “NEGLIGENT […]

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2025-03-28 – Greene Teachers Getting Bonus

The Greene County Board of Education has approved a one-time $2,000 bonus for teachers, as part of the Education Freedom Act of 2025. The bonus, which will be paid in July, was approved by a 5-1 vote, with one board member opposing the plan due to political concerns. The decision follows state legislation allowing for […]

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2025-03-28 – Railroad Repairs Will Mean Detours

Railroad repairs will temporarily close the Asheville Highway crossing near W Main from 7 a.m. Monday until next Wednesday. Motorists are advised to follow detour signs, with the crossing expected to reopen by next Thursday morning.

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2025-03-27 – Greeneville High School Showcased For Successes

Greeneville High School was highlighted during Tuesday’s School Board meeting. Principal DeAnna Martin showcased the school’s academic and extracurricular successes.

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2025-03-27 – North Carolina Fires Still Raging

FIRES CONTINUE BURNING IN NORTH CAROLINA. THE STATE IS ASKING LOCAL FIRE COMPANIES FOR SOME HELP. GUIL-RAND FIRE DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT CHIEF OF OPERATIONS CHRIS WHITE EXPLAINS…

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2025-03-27 – Greeneville Energy Authority Applying For Broadband Access Grant

The Greeneville Energy Authority is applying for a federal BEAD grant to expand broadband access to 2,900 underserved households in Greene County. The grant, part of a $42 billion national program, could bring millions to the area. The deadline for applications is April 11th.

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2025-03-26 – Greeneville Board Of Education Extends Director’s Contract

The Greeneville City Board of Education has extended Director of Schools Steve Starnes’ contract through the 2025-2026 school year. Starnes, who has over 35 years in education, will complete next year before retiring.

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2025-03-26 – North Carolina Wildfires Result In Evacuations

WILDFIRES CONTINUE BURNING OUT OF CONTROL IN NORTH CAROLINA. HOMEOWNERS WERE EVACUATED AND LOCAL DEPARTMENTS HAVE SENT FIREFIGHTERS AND TOOLS TO ASSIST THE STATE. GUILD-RAND FIRE DEPARTMENT ASSISTANT CHIEF OF OPERATIONS CHRIS WHITE GOES THROUGH ALL THE TOOLS ONE OF THE TOWN’S FIRE TRUCKS WILL COME EQUIPPED WITH…

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