Month: April 2025

2025-04-30 – Firefighters Continue Training

Firefighters with the Tusculum Volunteer Fire Department spent Monday night in CPR training. Paramedic Jonathan Gray led the session at the fire hall, part of ongoing emergency and rescue prep for the team.

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2025-04-30 – Route 81 Bridge Should Reopen In June

The State Route 81 bridge in Washington County, destroyed by Hurricane Helene last fall, is on track to reopen by June 23. Crews began pouring the new deck early Monday near the Highway 107 intersection. TDOT says it’s considered a key local route.

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2025-04-29 – Warning-the River Is Still A Dangerous Place

Seven months after major flooding on the Nolichucky River, Greeneville Emergency and Rescue is warning that conditions remain dangerous. The river has shifted, with hidden debris, eroded banks, and unpredictable currents. Officials urge caution for anyone boating, fishing, or walking near the water.

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2025-04-29 – Cardinal Conclave About To Begin In Rome

WE NOW KNOW CATHOLIC CARDINALS WILL START THE PROCESS OF CHOOSING A NEW POPE ON MAY 7TH. BUT HOW DOES THE SECRET CONCLAVE WORK?

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2025-04-29 – More Hurricane Recovery Money Headed Our Way

Tennessee is sending another $25 million to help Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. Greene County’s share is $3 million from the state’s Relief and Recovery Fund, aimed at rebuilding storm-damaged areas and supporting local response efforts.

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2025-04-28 – Road Work Begins Today

Sewer rehabilitation work begins today at the intersection of Main Street and Asheville Highway in Greeneville. The project will close both sides of the Main Street intersection, but Asheville Highway traffic will remain open. Work will continue Tuesday morning as well.

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2025-04-28 – Paying Final Respects To The Pope

THOUSANDS MORE ARE EXPECTED TO VISIT POPE FRANCIS’S TOMB TODAY AS THE OFFICIAL MOURNING PERIOD CONTINUES. …

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2025-04-25 – Greeneville-greene County Library’s Annual Book Sale Kicks Off Today

The Greeneville-Greene County Library’s annual book sale kicks off today at Greene Valley on Edens Road.

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2025-04-25 – School Board Issues City An Ultimatum

The Greene County School Board has issued an ultimatum to the City of Greeneville over funding disputes tied to the Greene Technology Center. At issue—nearly $400,000 in fund balances and $66,000 in student fees. The board wants the matter settled by May 1 or says it will withdraw from the agreement.

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2025-04-25 – Greeneville Teachers Getting Bonuses

Greeneville City Schools have approved $2,000 state-funded bonuses for teachers and will match that locally for all full-time staff. Part-time employees will receive $1,000. The money is tied to the Governor’s voucher initiative but doesn’t require schools to support the program to accept funds.

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