LOCAL ROADWAY ACTIVITY REPORT (SEPTEMBER 17-23, 2026)
CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 [304.4-306.6] from MM 304.4 to MM 306.6 bridge repair and resurfacing: Construction continues within the median of I‑40. Traffic shifted along the
I-40 EASTBOUND BRIDGE REPAIRS CAUSE MAJOR DELAYS IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Ongoing bridge repairs on Interstate 40 Eastbound are triggering significant traffic backups in Cumberland County today. The maintenance, which began this afternoon near Mile Marker
ROANE COUNTY SEES BOOST IN TOURISM SPENDING AS VISITORS STOP ALONG EAST TENNESSEE PATH
Roane County is experiencing a notable rise in tourism-related spending, according to recent figures from the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Roane County Tourism Director
ROANE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION RESCINDS WAIVER AND PLACES 90-DAY MORATORIUM ON SUBDIVISION REZONINGS
Following intense public pushback and a disputed zoning waiver, the Roane County Planning Commission voted Wednesday evening to rescind a controversial decision regarding a 23-acre
MOTORCYCLE RIDER HOSPITALIZED AFTER HIT-AND-RUN CRASH IN MIDTOWN
A motorcycle rider was transported to a Knoxville hospital following a hit-and-run collision this afternoon at the intersection of Ruritan Road and Highway 70. The
SPARTA MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND EVIDENCE TAMPERING CHARGES AFTER TRAFFIC STOP
A 38-year-old Sparta resident was arrested late Monday night, September 15, after Cumberland County Sheriff’s deputies pulled him over for driving a motorcycle without tags
HARRIMAN LEADERS PUSH FOR RESPONSIBLE GROWTH TO KEEP NEXT GENERATION HOME
City leaders are actively planning for the future of Harriman, balancing the need for community development with the preservation of its historic charm. The initiative
LIST OF UPCOMING NOVEMBER LOCAL ELECTION CANDIDATES
Cumberland County: Mayor, Crossville: | R J Crawford | 931-335-8880 | City of Crossville, Mayor | 413 Waterview Dr, Crossville 38555 | [email protected] | Crossville
ROANE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE HONORS FALLEN OFFICER JESSIE MATTHEW RITTENHOUSE 22 YEARS LATER
The Roane County Sheriff’s Office paused this week to remember and honor Officer Jessie Matthew “Matt” Rittenhouse, marking the 22nd anniversary of his tragic death
COOKEVILLE ROADWAY REOPENED FOLLOWING BOMB THREAT INVESTIGATION
South Willow Avenue in Cookeville was temporarily closed to traffic Thursday morning after a driver reported hearing a suspicious ticking or buzzing sound from inside
MULTI-AGENCY RESCUE SQUAD SAFELY EVACUATES INJURED HIKER AT ROCK ISLAND STATE PARK
A multi-agency team successfully rescued an injured man from rugged terrain along the Caney Fork River at Rock Island State Park on September 16, 2026.
KNOXVILLE CHURCH LEADER FACES CHILD ABUSE CHARGE
A local church elder has been arrested and removed from his leadership role following a child abuse charge, according to court records and church officials.
LOCAL ROADWAY ACTIVITY REPORT (SEPTEMBER 17-23, 2026)
CUMBERLAND COUNTY I-40 [304.4-306.6] from MM 304.4 to MM 306.6 bridge repair and resurfacing: Construction continues within the median of I‑40. Traffic shifted along the
I-40 EASTBOUND BRIDGE REPAIRS CAUSE MAJOR DELAYS IN CUMBERLAND COUNTY
Ongoing bridge repairs on Interstate 40 Eastbound are triggering significant traffic backups in Cumberland County today. The maintenance, which began this afternoon near Mile Marker
ROANE COUNTY SEES BOOST IN TOURISM SPENDING AS VISITORS STOP ALONG EAST TENNESSEE PATH
Roane County is experiencing a notable rise in tourism-related spending, according to recent figures from the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Roane County Tourism Director
ROANE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION RESCINDS WAIVER AND PLACES 90-DAY MORATORIUM ON SUBDIVISION REZONINGS
Following intense public pushback and a disputed zoning waiver, the Roane County Planning Commission voted Wednesday evening to rescind a controversial decision regarding a 23-acre
MOTORCYCLE RIDER HOSPITALIZED AFTER HIT-AND-RUN CRASH IN MIDTOWN
A motorcycle rider was transported to a Knoxville hospital following a hit-and-run collision this afternoon at the intersection of Ruritan Road and Highway 70. The
SPARTA MAN ARRESTED ON DRUG AND EVIDENCE TAMPERING CHARGES AFTER TRAFFIC STOP
A 38-year-old Sparta resident was arrested late Monday night, September 15, after Cumberland County Sheriff’s deputies pulled him over for driving a motorcycle without tags
HARRIMAN LEADERS PUSH FOR RESPONSIBLE GROWTH TO KEEP NEXT GENERATION HOME
City leaders are actively planning for the future of Harriman, balancing the need for community development with the preservation of its historic charm. The initiative
LIST OF UPCOMING NOVEMBER LOCAL ELECTION CANDIDATES
Cumberland County: Mayor, Crossville: | R J Crawford | 931-335-8880 | City of Crossville, Mayor | 413 Waterview Dr, Crossville 38555 | [email protected] | Crossville
ROANE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE HONORS FALLEN OFFICER JESSIE MATTHEW RITTENHOUSE 22 YEARS LATER
The Roane County Sheriff’s Office paused this week to remember and honor Officer Jessie Matthew “Matt” Rittenhouse, marking the 22nd anniversary of his tragic death
COOKEVILLE ROADWAY REOPENED FOLLOWING BOMB THREAT INVESTIGATION
South Willow Avenue in Cookeville was temporarily closed to traffic Thursday morning after a driver reported hearing a suspicious ticking or buzzing sound from inside
MULTI-AGENCY RESCUE SQUAD SAFELY EVACUATES INJURED HIKER AT ROCK ISLAND STATE PARK
A multi-agency team successfully rescued an injured man from rugged terrain along the Caney Fork River at Rock Island State Park on September 16, 2026.
KNOXVILLE CHURCH LEADER FACES CHILD ABUSE CHARGE
A local church elder has been arrested and removed from his leadership role following a child abuse charge, according to court records and church officials.
