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Greeneville City School Board Sets AI Policy

The Greeneville City School Board has approved a new policy allowing the use of Artificial Intelligence in schools. The policy permits students and staff to use AI tools for educational purposes while mandating training on responsible use and privacy. The new policy aims to enhance instructional methods while ensuring data privacy and effective AI integration.

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Greeneville Water Commission Injured On The Job

A Greeneville Water Commission employee fell into a well during a routine maintenance check on Wednesday. Scott Dunbar was rescued by colleagues who used a harness before being airlifted to Johnson City Medical Center with severe injuries, including a broken leg and pelvis. The incident is under investigation. We have learned so far, that safety […]

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Longtime Greene County Auctioneer Dead At 87

Longtime Greene County auctioneer Lowell Hadley Carter has passed away at the age of 87. With a career spanning 54 years, Carter began with Davis Realty and later co-founded Carter Brothers Real Estate and Auction Company in 1966. He continued in real estate and auctions with his nephew and sons until his retirement. Carter’s contributions […]

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Parlapiano Deemed 2024 Fairest Of The Fair

Anna Grace Parlapiano was crowned the 2024 Fairest of the Fair at the Greene County Fair on Monday. The 19-year-old from Mosheim, a former Miss Tennessee Teen and 2023 West Greene High School graduate, took top honors. Jaida Jones was named 1st Runner-up, while Jaci Goodwin earned the 2nd Runner-up position. Goodwin also received the […]

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Early Voting Continues This Week

Early voting for the August 1st elections continued over the weekend at the Greene County Election Commission Office. On Saturday, July 20, 57 voters participated, bringing the total to 1,421 early votes. The Republican Primary led with 1,142 votes, followed by the Democratic Primary with 221. Early voting will be available until this coming Saturday, […]

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Early Voting Off To A Good Start

Early voting for the August 1st elections is off to a strong start in Greene County, with a total of 747 votes cast so far. The Republican Primary leads with 571 votes, followed by 139 in the Democratic Primary and 37 in the General Election. Voters can continue to cast their ballots until July 27th […]

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Water Repairs May Cause Service Issues

Greeneville Water Commission crews are beginning essential repairs on water valves today, and that will be causing low to no water service on Chapel Street, Lake Street, Park Street, and Unaka Street. Work was scheduled to get underway today at 8 AM and will continue until completed. Traffic is also being affected as Old Stage […]

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Heavy Load May Cause Traffic Tieups

Drivers in Greene County braced for traffic delays this morning as an oversized load moves from Knoxville towards the Tri-Cities. The convoy will travel along Highway 11-E, impacting traffic at Exit 23 and Summer Street. Rolling roadblocks will be in place, causing temporary road closures and slow travel. The load is expected to reach Eastman […]

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New Principal Named

Greeneville City Schools has named Dr. Lindsey Weeden as the new principal of Tennessee Online Public School at Greeneville. With 13 years of experience in education and a doctorate in educational leadership, Dr. Weeden previously served as a state testing coordinator and graduation coordinator with Bristol City Schools. She replaces Richard Tipton, who was promoted […]

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Sobriety Checkpoint Planned

The Tennessee Highway Patrol will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on August 9 on Fish Hatchery Road, east of the Hamblen County Line in Greene County. The checkpoint aims to combat impaired driving, a major cause of traffic fatalities and injuries across the nation. Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers will check drivers for signs of alcohol or […]

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