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Robertson County is starting the New Year with a brand new arrival. Baby Owen! ... See MoreSee Less

RC's First Baby of 2026 Arrives at TriStar NorthCrest, Welcome Baby Owen - Smokey Barn News
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RC’s First Baby of 2026 Arrives at TriStar NorthCrest, Welcome Baby Owen ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Robertson County is starting the New Year with a brand new arrival. Baby ...Obituaries: Week of December 28, 2025, In Loving Memory ... See MoreSee Less

Obituaries: Week of December 28, 2025, In Loving Memory - Smokey Barn News
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Obituaries: Week of December 28, 2025, In Loving Memory ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) *Refresh this page for updates and newly listed obituaries for this week. Jo Helen Shults Novemb...Happy New Year Robertson County!! ... See MoreSee Less
Expect Reduced Train Activity Today Following Todd County Derailment.. ... See MoreSee Less

Fewer Trains Expected Through Robertson County After Todd County Derailment - Smokey Barn News
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Fewer Trains Expected Through Robertson County After Todd County Derailment ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A train derailment in Kentucky is not expected to affect Robertson Count...Police say a late-night traffic stop involving an impaired driver and multiple intoxicated passengers turned into a foot pursuit and the escape of a handcuffed suspect Friday night. ... See MoreSee Less

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Reckless Driving Stop Leads to Escape in Handcuffs, Foot Pursuit, and Recapture in Adairville ADAIRVILLE, KENTUCKY: (Smokey Barn News) – Police say a late-night traffic stop involving an impaired dr...Have you seen this bug? ... See MoreSee Less

BUG ALERT: Invasive Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Robertson County - Smokey Barn News
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BUG ALERT: Invasive Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Robertson County ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – The Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry has confirmed the p...THP Sobriety Checkpoint Set For Week of January 9: Highway 31E ... See MoreSee Less

THP Sobriety Checkpoint Set For Week of January 9: Highway 31E - Smokey Barn News
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THP Sobriety Checkpoint Set For Week of January 9: Highway 31E HENDERSONVILLE, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – The Tennessee Highway Patrol will be conducting a “Sobriety Checkpoint” during the ...
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We have a special weather alert and a special fire safety message from Robertson County Emergency Management....
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SPECIAL WEATHER ALERT AND A MESSAGE FROM ROBERTSON COUNTY EMA - Smokey Barn News
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SPECIAL WEATHER ALERT AND A MESSAGE FROM ROBERTSON COUNTY EMA ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – FIRE ALERT: Robertson County has already experienced several brush fires today due to ...
TRAFFIC ALERT Sandy Springs Rd.:
A tree is down in the curve on Sandy Springs Road near Burgess Gower. Drivers report it sneaks up on you, so slow down and use caution if you are traveling through the area. Powered by Springfield Auto “Integrity you can drive on!”
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TRAFFIC ALERT – HWY 52
Crash on the Hwy 52 overpass at the I-65 Exit 117 on-ramp involving two vehicles. One person was transported with minor injuries, one was not injured.
According to Orlinda Fire Chief Patrick Darrow, traffic is currently down to one lane, and delays are expected. Crews anticipate only one lane open for the next hour to hour and a half.
Use caution in the area and consider an alternate route. Powered by: Airtech Jobs Tn “We’re Hiring!”
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TRAFFIC ALERT | Highway 52
Traffic alert on Highway 52. We have a three-vehicle crash in the 9000 block, in front of the Sudden Service gas station on Hwy 52. This is an injury crash with multiple injuries reported.
If you are heading through the area, expect delays and consider an alternative route. Photographer: Shana Cook Powered by: Springfield Auto “Integrity you can drive on!”
UPDATE: According to Orlinda Fire Chief Patrick Darrow, Six people were involved. All were taken to the hospital by private vehicle, not by ambulance, with minor injuries reported. Orlinda Fire Department, Robertson EMS, and THP responded.
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A routine DUI stop on Christmas Eve led to the arrest of a suspect who was later found to be out on bond for First Degree Murder in Shelby County. MORE ... See MoreSee Less

DUI Stop Leads to Arrest of Murder Suspect on Bond in Greenbrier - Smokey Barn News
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DUI Stop Leads to Arrest of Murder Suspect on Bond in Greenbrier GREENBRIER, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – According to the Greenbrier Police Department, a routine DUI stop on Christmas Eve led to...Dewey the tortoise turns 16, gets a visit from the Mayor ... See MoreSee Less

Dewey, The Stokes Brown Public Library Turtle, Turns 16 - Smokey Barn News
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Dewey, The Stokes Brown Public Library Turtle, Turns 16 SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Dewey, a male red-footed tortoise, has been a beloved fixture at the local library since 2015, an...Local Firefighters save home on Christmas Eve... ... See MoreSee Less

Firefighters Save Springfield Area Home After Adjacent Building Ignites - Smokey Barn News
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youtu.be/HHbCwcNP5HI Firefighters Save Springfield Area Home After Adjacent Building Ignites SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Local firefighters moved fast Christmas Eve, saving ...It looks like he’s circling overhead waiting for all the kids to go to bed or something. Post your pictures of Santa below. Powered by Payne Chevrolet ... See MoreSee Less

Springfield Winter Wonderland update.
Springfield Winter Wonderland will be closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. While this was not included in the original release, Smokey Barn News did speak with city officials who said it was important for all city employees, including those who built, managed, and maintain Winter Wonderland, to be able to spend the holiday with their families.
Winter Wonderland will reopen immediately after Christmas.
There are many private light shows across Robertson County, including a very fun Charlie Brown themed display, here’s the link. —> smokeybarn.com/local-christmas-light-shows-2025-take-a-drive-with-family-friends/
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We are seeing a spike in DUI-related traffic incidents and crashes across Robertson County... ... See MoreSee Less

DUI-Related Traffic Incidents Spike In Robertson County - Smokey Barn News
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DUI-Related Traffic Incidents Spike In Robertson County ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: Smokey Barn News) – We are seeing a spike in DUI-related traffic incidents and crashes across Robertson County to...
Traffic Alert HWY 431 North near Lakeview Rd
We have a structure fire on Highway 431 north just before Lakeview Road. Traffic is reduced to one lane but moving.
If you are traveling in the area, drive with caution and watch for first responders in the roadway.
We will have a full report later this morning. Powered by Chosen Towing & Recovery “We buy junk cars!”
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A lucky driver somehow survived an interstate rollover crash Tuesday night with just minor injuries. ... See MoreSee Less

Driver Survives Interstate Rollover Tuesday Night - Smokey Barn News
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Driver Survives Interstate Rollover Tuesday Night PORTLAND, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A lucky driver somehow survived a rollover crash Tuesday night with just minor injuries. The collision occ...
TRAFFIC ALERT HIGHWAY 76
Officials report a single vehicle off the roadway in a ditch on Highway 76. This is a non injury crash, however it is affecting traffic flow. The crash is located near the halfway point between Springfield and White House.
Drivers should expect minor delays. When crews begin pulling the vehicle from the ditch, Highway 76 could be temporarily shut down. If you are in a hurry, you may want to consider an alternate route. Powered by Chosen Towing & Recovery. "We buy junk cars!"
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