Both lanes of Highway 84 were shut down just outside of the Monterey City Limits Thursday afternoon due to a collision at Woodcliff Road. People who live in the area noted an increase in traffic due to motorists attempting to avoid a tractor-trailer fire on I-40 east at the 298 mile marker.

Putnam County Fire Department Release: The Putnam County Fire Department responded to a reported tractor-trailer fire on Interstate 40 eastbound near mile marker 298 at approximately 9:15 a.m. Upon arrival, crews found the cab of the truck fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters were able to quickly bring the initial fi...

TN Dept. of Agriculture Press Release: NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Department of Agriculture announces the launch of an updated Pick Tennessee Products website, offering a more streamlined way for consumers to connect with local farmers, producers and artisans across the state. The website redesign follows continued grow...

A routine inspection of the US-127 bridge over Three Mile Creek in Cumberland County will require closure of the southbound lane from 8:30 AM until 11 AM on Monday, March 23. Flaggers will be present to direct traffic through the work zone. Motorists are advised to be aware of temporary traffic control measures and ale...

A routine inspection of the US-127 bridge over the Obed River in Cumberland County is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25th, from 8:30 AM until 11 AM. The inspection will require closure of the right-hand southbound lane during these hours. Motorists travelling south on US-127 during these hours should be prepared to mer...

The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office is warning of a fraudulent "Notice of Hearing - Traffic Violation" being circulated. If you receive such a notice, here are some Red Flags: Generic judge name, parking and toll violations combined, and a QR code requesting payment. Do NOT scan, pay or provide informa...

The deadline to enter the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) 2026-27 photo contest for publication in the Tennessee Wildlife annual calendar is quickly approaching on March 20. All interested photographers are invited to submit up to 10 of their best photos of wildlife species native to the Volunteer State. Hun...

The Tennessee Highway Patrol has scheduled a Sobriety Checkpoint for this Friday (March 20, 2026) on Westel Road/Hwy 299 at Airport Road in Cumberland County. Please drive with caution as you approach the Checkpoint.