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Five Grainger County residents sentenced in East Tennessee meth ring
Five people from Grainger County have been convicted and sentenced for their roles in a methamphetamine distribution ring operating in East Tennessee. The case followed a narcotics investigation involving federal and…
Indictments Handed Down By Greene County Grand Jury
A Greene County grand jury handed down indictments Monday during its November session, according to a local report. The listed charges include drug offenses, vandalism, sexual battery and driving under the influence…
Mike And Jeff Idell Receive Robert C. Austin Award For Distinguished Service To The Community
Brothers Mike and Jeff Idell received the Robert C. Austin Award for Distinguished Service to the Community at Monday’s Farm-City Banquet, sponsored by the Greene County Partnership’s Agribusiness Committee. The award…
Emergency Personnel Respond To Multi Vehicle Crash at West Summer/70 Truck Route Intersection
Emergency personnel responded to a multi-vehicle accident at the intersection of West Summer Street and the 70 Truck Route in Greeneville, Tennessee, shortly after 7:10 am today. Local police, fire, and EMS units…
Rural Resources Holds Annual Fall On The Farm Event
The Rural Resources Farm & Food Education Center hosted its annual Fall on the Farm event on Saturday in Greeneville. The community-focused gathering offered families a variety of outdoor activities, including…
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THP Investigating Saturday Morning Accident On Snapps Ferry Road
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating a single-vehicle accident that occurred early Saturday morning on Snapps Ferry Road in Greene County. Emergency responders, including the Greeneville Emergency and Rescue…
Greene County Commission To Address Commissioner Vacancy
The Greene County Commission is set to begin the formal process of filling a vacant seat on its 21-member board. The vacancy arose after former Sheriff Wesley Holt resigned from the position before being sworn in…
Holiday Bazaar Kicks Off Greeneville Holiday Season
The 55th Annual Holiday Bazaar, hosted by the Woman's Club of Greeneville, officially opened Saturday at the Hal Henard Elementary School Gym. Featuring 128 vendors and a 'Home for the Holidays' theme, the event drew…
Greene County Director Of Finance Danny Lowery Accepts New Position With Tennessee Department Of Education
Greene County Director of Finance Danny Lowery has resigned from his position to accept a new role with the Tennessee Department of Education. Mayor Kevin Morrison announced the departure, praising Lowery for his…
One Person Dies At Accident Scene At Greeneville Community Hospital
A person died on the campus of Greeneville Community Hospital on Monday following a single-vehicle accident. Authorities believe the individual intentionally drove into a tree. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is…
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Brightspeed Reports More Cable Wire Stolen In Greene County
Brightspeed has reported another theft of cable wire in Greene County, with approximately 200 feet of cable cut from a property in Limestone. Valued at $8,000, this incident follows a series of similar copper-related…
Volunteers Now Being Accepted For Annual Greene County Thanksgiving Outreach
Organizers for the 33rd annual Greene County Thanksgiving Day Outreach are seeking volunteers to assist with meal preparation and distribution for those in need. The event, managed by an interfaith coalition, requires…
Greeneville’s Claridy and Elizabethton’s Bowers named Mr. Football semifinalists
Greeneville’s Claridy and Elizabethton’s Bowers have been officially named as semifinalists for the prestigious Mr. Football award. This recognition highlights their outstanding performances on the field throughout the…
Greeneville's Tarin Claridy now owns single-season TSSAA record for TD catches
Greeneville High School football player Tarin Claridy has officially set a new single-season record for touchdown catches in the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA). The achievement marks a…
Man Injured In Electric Scooter Crash On Erwin Highway
A 21-year-old man was seriously injured in an electric scooter accident on the Erwin Highway in Greeneville, Tennessee, on Tuesday evening. According to the Tennessee Highway Patrol, the victim, identified as Aiden J…
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Radio Greeneville News Public Records Request Denied As Greeneville Continues Search For New City Manager
The Town of Greeneville has denied a public records request regarding its ongoing search for a new city manager, citing a new state law. The City Council is currently reviewing recorded interviews from 20 semifinalist…
Airport Authority Asks Court To Deny Skyknight’s Motion To Dismiss Counterclaims
The Greeneville Municipal Airport Authority has filed a response in the Third Judicial District Circuit Court opposing a motion to dismiss its counterclaims against Skyknight, LLC. The Authority argues that its recently…
80 New Citizens Welcomed Through Naturalization Ceremonies
Eighty individuals from various countries were officially welcomed as new United States citizens during naturalization ceremonies held on Wednesday at the James H. Quillen Federal Courthouse in Greeneville. Presided…
County Budget Committee Gives Initial OK To Inmate Copay Increase
The Greene County Budget and Finance Committee has given preliminary approval to increase medical copays for inmates at the Greene County Jail. The proposed increase, ranging from $5 to $25, would be the first change in…
Former Greeneville Schools Superintendent Dr. Jerry Ward Dies At 88
Dr. Jerry F. Ward, a prominent educator who served as the superintendent of Greeneville City Schools for six years, has died at the age of 88. Ward dedicated 30 years to the school district and was recognized as…
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It’s Election Day – Polls Open In Greene County 9:00 am Until 8:00 pm
Polls are open across Greene County today for Election Day, with voting available at designated precincts from 9:00 am until 8:00 pm. Officials remind voters to bring a valid photo ID and verify their registration…
Greeneville City Council To Hear First Quarter Financial Report, Appointments To Library Board
The Greeneville City Council is scheduled to convene for a regular session this Tuesday at 4:00 pm in the G. Thomas Love boardroom. Key agenda items for the meeting include a formal review of the first quarter financial…
The Week Ahead Radio Greeneville News
Radio Greeneville has released its weekly schedule and community update for Greene County, Tennessee, covering the period of November 1-7, 2026. The report provides residents with essential information regarding local…
Greene County Board Of Education Recognizes WGMS Volleyball Champs, Adopts Five-Year Plan
The Greene County Board of Education held a meeting Thursday at West Greene High School to celebrate the recent state championship victory of the West Greene Middle School volleyball team. During the session, board…
Man Dies In Tractor-Trailer Accident On I-81
A man was killed in a fatal tractor-trailer accident early Thursday morning on Interstate 81 in Greene County, Tennessee. The incident occurred near the 26-mile marker around 5:30 a.m. Authorities are currently…
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Ballad Health Reports Disruption Of Software Systems
Ballad Health has reported a significant disruption affecting several of its software systems. The technical issues began around 9:30 am on Thursday. While the health system works to resolve the situation, the…
Vehicle Fire Early This Morning On I-81
Volunteers from the Mosheim and Town of Mosheim Fire Departments responded to a vehicle fire on Interstate 81 early this morning. The incident occurred near Greeneville, Tennessee, prompting an emergency response to…
Secretary Of State Visits Greene County As Early Voting Winding Down
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett visited local election commission offices in Greene County on Tuesday as the early voting period nears its conclusion. The visit is part of a statewide tour conducted by Hargett…
Greeneville City Board Of Education Hears Reports, Approves Bus Purchase
The Greeneville City Board of Education held a meeting this Tuesday to address administrative matters. During the session, board members heard presentations from students and honored the local Principal of the Year…