Self Wins Close Race For Constable Seat
A tight race decided the only contested constable seat in Greene County. Keith Self defeated incumbent Matthew Brobeck by 70 votes in the 6th District Republican primary. Six other constable candidates ran unopposed and are expected to take office without opposition in the general election.
Read MoreBritton Wins Race For Greene County Road Superintendent
Greene County has a new road superintendent. Mark Britton won Tuesday’s election, defeating Gary Rector by more than 2-thousand votes. Britton, a longtime highway department employee and paving supervisor, will take office as a first-time officeholder after incumbent Kevin Swatsell chose not to seek reelection.
Read MoreBeverly Wins Race For Greene County Sheriff
Greene County voters have chosen a new sheriff. David Beverly defeated David Love in the Republican primary by more than 16-hundred votes. With no Democratic challenger, Beverly is set to take the office unopposed in the general election after serving as chief deputy since 2018.
Read MoreGreene County Approves Major Ems Equipment Upgrades
Greene County leaders are moving forward with major upgrades for emergency services. The Budget and Finance Committee approved more than 531-thousand dollars in new EMS equipment, including cardiac monitors, ventilators, and portable radios, all funded through agency revenue and grants. The plan now heads to the full County Commission for final approval later this month.
Read MoreMorrison Wins Third Term As Greene County Mayor
Greene County voters are sticking with familiar leadership. Mayor Kevin Morrison has won reelection, defeating challenger Brett Purgason in the Republican primary by just over 260 votes. With no opposition in the general election, Morrison is set to secure a third term leading the county.
Read MoreGreeneville Man Charged In Fentanyl-linked Death
A Greeneville man is jailed on murder charges tied to a drug-related death. 45 year old Bobby Lynn Laws Jr was arrested Monday after deputies forced entry into his home on Chickasaw Drive. He’s accused in the death of 31 year old Rusty Grindstead, who was found dead in May of last year. Investigators say […]
Read MoreChuckey Doak Unveils New Career And Technical Education Addition
A long-awaited expansion is now open at Chuckey Doak High School following a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week. The new Career and Technical Education building features specialized labs for welding, HVAC, cosmetology, automotive and nursing programs. School leaders say the facility is designed to give students hands-on training for in-demand careers. The building opened to students […]
Read MoreCrawfish Boil Set To Support Crumley House In Washington County
A popular annual fundraiser is returning to Washington County later this month. The 13th Annual Garland Farm Crawfish Boil is scheduled for May 30, with proceeds benefiting The Crumley House in Limestone. The event begins at noon, with tickets priced at 50 dollars, while children 16 and under get in free. Advance ticket purchases are […]
Read MoreGreeneville Energy Authority Seeks Funding For Major Projects
The Greeneville Energy Authority is moving ahead with a 53 million dollar plan to upgrade infrastructure across Greene County. Officials are seeking approval to issue municipal bonds to fund broadband expansion, a substation overhaul in Tusculum, and renovations to its operations building. The substation work would impact about a quarter of GEA customers, while broadband […]
Read MoreGreeneville Theater Set To Reopen Under New Management
Greeneville’s only movie theater is preparing to reopen later this month after closing for renovations and a change in management. Golden Ticket Cinemas plans upgrades, expanded food options, and discounted ticket programs to attract customers back. The theater shut down in early April when its previous operator stepped away. New management says the goal is […]
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