Month: June 2025

Tennessee Deputy Critically Injured During Livestreamed Tv Show

A Tennessee sheriff’s deputy was critically injured during a livestreamed episode of the TV show “On Patrol: Live.”

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Motorcyclist Airlifted After Crash On Horton Highway

Emergency crews airlifted one person after a motorcycle crash late Wednesday night on Horton Highway in Greene County. The crash happened around 9:40 near the 9900 block. Multiple agencies, including the Greene County Sheriff’s Department and Highlands Air Rescue, responded.

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Drowning Reported At Fort Patrick Henry Lake

Authorities confirm a drowning Wednesday at Fort Patrick Henry Lake in Warriors Path State Park. The Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office says the victim’s body was recovered shortly after the incident. No other details have been released. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is handling the investigation.

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Public Meeting Set On Future Of David Crockett Birthplace State Park

A public hearing takes place tonight in Greene County to discuss the future of David Crockett Birthplace State Park. The park is still recovering from Hurricane Helene. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. at Niswonger Commons on the Tusculum University campus.

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Man Flown To Hospital After Lawn Mower Accident In Greene County

Emergency crews in Greene County say a man was airlifted to a hospital Wednesday after a lawn mower accident near Tusculum. It happened around 2 p.m., with the Tusculum Volunteer Fire Department setting up a landing zone. Greene County EMS and deputies also responded. The man’s condition has not been released.

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Heat Advisory Remains In Effect; Severe Storms Possible Through Weekend

A heat advisory stays in place until 7 this evening with heat indexes reaching up to 107 degrees. Isolated severe storms could develop this afternoon and evening, especially near higher elevations along the North Carolina border. Main threats include damaging winds and localized flooding. Thunderstorms are expected daily through the weekend, with continued risk of […]

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Csb Investigates Toxic Gas Leak At U.s

The U.S. Chemical Safety Board has launched a federal investigation into a nitric acid gas release at the U.S. Nitrogen facility in Midway. The November 2024 incident is the second involving parent company Austin Powder in less than seven months. No injuries were reported.

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Tva Asks Residents To Conserve Power Amid Intense Heat

The Tennessee Valley Authority is again urging customers across Greene County and beyond to conserve electricity due to ongoing high temperatures. Officials warn that if demand keeps rising, rolling blackouts or voltage reductions may be used to stabilize the grid.

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Tusculum Board Approves $1.2 Million Budget Despite Concerns Over Police Funding

Tusculum’s Board of Mayor and Commissioners approved the new $1.2 million fiscal year budget Monday, despite Commissioner Barbara Britton’s concerns over police staffing. The budget does not include funding for an additional officer, which Chief Danny Greene requested. Mayor Alan Corley said he wants to see another balanced budget before adding staff. Plans for a […]

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Heat Advisory In Effect For Greene County With Heat Index Up To 107

The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Greene County from 1 p.m. today through 7 p.m. Wednesday. Temperatures near 94 and heat indexes as high as 107 are expected. Everyone is being urged to limit outdoor activities, stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and check on vulnerable people during the extreme heat.

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