Survey of 3,004 drivers. S. Route 441 (Great Smoky Mountains) the most avoided winter route in TN. Infographic showing the most avoided winter routes in the U.S. When winter weather hits, many drivers quietly change their routes – not because certain roads are officially unsafe, but because they feel more stressed, exposed, or unpredictable in …
Chickamauga, Nickajack, and Watts Bar lakes are included in the 2026 Adopt a River Mile cleanup. Volunteers are needed to clean lake sections twice yearly, with only 31% of Chickamauga, 28% of Nickajack, and 11% of Watts Bar adopted so far. In 2025, 72 new sections were adopted and over 61,000 pounds of trash were …
On Monday evening, (January 26,2026), Haletown Fire and Rescue responded to a semi-truck fire on I-24 at mile-marker 145 westbound in Marion County, near Martin Springs. While in route the department received word that the truck was fully engulfed. The Jasper and Kimball Fire Departments were then called in for mutual aid for water tankers. …
Following the recent ice and snow events in the southeast, several electric companies are seeking assistance to restore power for their customers. Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative is providing support to Middle Tennessee Electric, deploying a team of SVEC line workers on Monday afternoon to Nashville and surrounding areas to assist with ongoing power outages. The …
This is Identity Theft Awareness Week. This is a great time to learn how to safeguard your personal information and share tips with family and friends. Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal information to open accounts, file fake health insurance claims, or even steal your tax refund. It can quickly turn into a …
On Sunday afternoon Grundy County Emergency Services responded to an ATV accident on Trail 2 at the Coalmont OHV park. A multi-agency effort involving the EMA, EMS, Sheriff’s Office, Coalmont Fire Department, Dispatch, Constable Kyle Collins, and Shawn Parson resulted in the successful location of an injured individual and three stranded riders. Using specialized rescue …
BROWN, JAKARI L Age: 36 Class: Race/Sex: B/M Intake Date: 01/23/2026 07:16 PM City: BRENTWOOD Arrested By Department: TENNESSE HIGHWAY PATROL Arrested By Officer: J. MALONE Release Date: 01/23/2026 11:53 PM Charge Bond HOLDING FOR ANOTHER AGENCY 0 FITZ-GERALD, ZACHARY D Age: 36 Class: …
The Tennessee Highway Patrol has provided extensive assistance to motorists across the state since the start of the winter storm, as ice, downed trees, and hazardous road conditions continue to impact travel. Since 3 a.m. Central Time on Jan. 24, troopers have responded to a high volume of storm-related incidents, working around the clock to assist …
FEMA has announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Tennessee to supplement response efforts due to emergency conditions resulting from a severe winter storm beginning on January 22, 2026, and continuing. The President’s action authorizes FEMA to coordinate all disaster relief efforts to alleviate the hardship and suffering caused by the emergency …
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee issued a State of Emergency for all 95 counties and encouraged Tennesseans to prepare for the possibility of a major winter storm this weekend that could bring snow, ice, freezing rain, and prolonged freezing temperatures across the state. Executive Order 110 may be accessed here. National Weather …
