Key Points: Rapid Response to Afternoon Blaze The Sevierville Fire Department (SFD) was dispatched to a residential structure fire on Saturday afternoon, April 12, 2025. At approximately 12:20 PM, fire crews were called to the area of Crofford Street and Adella Avenue. Upon arrival, firefighters observed a working fire in a two-story home, with smo
White Pine Man Accused of Attempted Murder Following Vehicle-Pedestrian Incident
Key Points: Charges Filed The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has charged a 51-year-old man from White Pine with attempted first-degree murder. The charges stem from an incident where the man allegedly used his vehicle to strike a pedestrian intentionally. Authorities reported that the incident occurred subsequent to threats reportedly made
Jefferson County Student Faces Charges After Alleged Social Media Bomb Threat
Key Points: Investigation Launched Authorities in Jefferson County are investigating an alleged bomb threat directed toward a local school. The incident, which reportedly originated on a social media platform, led to the arrest of a Jefferson County student. Both the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office and officials from Jefferson County School
Man Charged in Fatal Stabbing of Stepbrother in Greeneville
Greeneville, TN – A Virginia man faces a murder charge following a fatal stabbing incident in Greeneville on Thursday evening, April 10, 2025. The victim has been identified as the suspect’s stepbrother. Incident on North Sunset Street According to the Greeneville Police Department, officers responded to a report of a stabbing in the 100 bloc
Jefferson County Constable’s Department K9 Elle Mae to Get Donation of Body Armor
Jefferson County Constable’s Department, TN, K9 Elle Mae will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Elle Mae’s vest was sponsored by John and Sandra Madison of Ocala, FL and will be embroidered with the sentiment “Honoring those who served and […
Free Storm Spotter Training Class Coming to Morristown
Key Points: Morristown, TN – The National Weather Service (NWS) Morristown Office and the Morristown-Hamblen Emergency Management Agency (EMA) are partnering to offer a free Storm Spotter training class on February 27, 2025. This valuable training is open to the public, with a minimum age of 15. What is a Storm Spotter? Storm Spotters are […
Early Morning Fire Reported at Hamblen County Animal Kennel
Key Points: Hamblen County, TN—Early this morning, January 28, 2025, Emergency services responded to a reported fire at an animal kennel in Hamblen County. The incident was dispatched at 2:32 AM, drawing a multi-agency response from across the county. Multi-Department Response The East Hamblen Volunteer Fire Department (EHVFD) was the primary respo
Gas Leak Prompts Evacuation at Morristown’s College Square Mall
Key Points: Morristown, TN – Emergency responders were called to College Square Mall in Morristown Monday morning following a reported gas leak. The leak, located near the Planet Fitness and Belk department stores, prompted the evacuation of both businesses. Incident Details The Morristown Fire Department received a report of the gas leak at approx
Cocke County Sheriff’s Office Nets Two in Drug Arrest
Key Points: Cocke County, TN – On January 26, 2025, deputies from the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office conducted an arrest resulting in drug charges for two individuals. According to a press release from the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office, the arrest occurred in the early morning hours. Ashley Caldwell, 37, was taken into custody and
Hamblen County Surpasses Fundraising Goal with United Way!
Key Points: The United Way of Hamblen County is celebrating a tremendous achievement after exceeding its annual fundraising goal for the third year in a row. The organization announced at their Annual Meeting this week, held at the Rose Center, that they raised an impressive $1,461,979, surpassing their goal of $1,375,000. This accomplishment