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Weather/Traffic Advisory:
We’ve officially dropped below freezing, and It feels like there are tiny chunks of ice coming down with the light rain. If you’re out on the roadways, add some extra space between you and the vehicle ahead of you and reduce your speed, especially on the back roads. Stay safe out there. Powered by Payne Chevrolet
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Traffic Advisory: We’ve had multiple reports of crashes throughout the evening, including a rollover behind the DMV on Main Street in Springfield earlier. Fortunately, no serious injuries have been reported with this crash or any others so far. We also have a motorcycle crash on I-24 at mile marker 22 that is still active. If you’re out this evening, the roads are slick, so drive with caution. Powered by Chosen Towing & Recovery “We buy junk cars!” ... See MoreSee Less


TRAFFIC ALERT:
We have a confirmed report of a motorcyclist down on I-24 East near mile marker 22. It’s rainy, slick, and about 46°F, so use extreme caution in the area. Rider reportedly collided with a vehicle, but is conscious and communicating. Powered by: Airtech Jobs Tn "We're hiring!"
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Video captures a sudden fireball in Thanksgiving Day house fire. ... See MoreSee Less

Thanksgiving Day Fire Leaves Springfield Home Heavily Damaged - Smokey Barn News
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Thanksgiving Day Fire Leaves Springfield Home Heavily Damaged SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE (Smokey Barn News) – A Thanksgiving Day fire left a Springfield home heavily damaged after the back side of the h...
Traffic & Weather Alert
Temps have dropped below 29°, marking the first real cold snap this winter. No official reports of trouble yet, but conditions are right for black ice on bridges, overpasses, and untreated roads.
If you’re heading out early, assume the roads are icy and take it slow. Powered by Edward Jones-Financial Advisor: Chuck Rogers
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Happy Thanksgiving from Smokey Barn News!
Today we eat and binge-watch Star Trek, except for a tiny room in the back of the house where they’re allowed to watch football. Wishing you a wonderful day with friends and family!
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PROUD PARENTS • SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE
Jordan and Melissa Webster are beaming with pride their her son, Caleb Webster, who has officially completed United States Air Force basic training.
Raised in Springfield, Caleb is now headed to tech school in Texas, where he’ll spend the next 60 days training for Security Forces (Military Police) before receiving his first duty station assignment.
According to his mom and dad, Caleb’s goal is to build a full Air Force career and stay in until retirement.
Help us congratulate Caleb on this incredible achievement and wish him the very best as he begins the next chapter of his service. Powered by Gupton Motors Inc.
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Greenbrier Police say a daycare worker has been charged with felony child assault after a one-year-old was taken to NorthCrest with concerning bruising.
Detective Chelini says the worker eventually confessed during questioning.
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Greenbrier Daycare Worker Faces Felony Child Assault Charge on One-Year-Old - Smokey Barn News
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Greenbrier Daycare Worker Faces Felony Child Assault Charge on One-Year-Old GREENBRIER, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – On November 25th, 2025, Greenbrier Police were notified by Tristar NorthCrest ...Obituaries: Week of November 23, 2025, In Loving Memory ... See MoreSee Less

Obituaries: Week of November 23, 2025, In Loving Memory - Smokey Barn News
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Obituaries: Week of November 23, 2025, In Loving Memory ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) *Refresh this page for updates and newly listed obituaries for this week. Benjamin Riley Byrd Oc...
TRAFFIC ALERT GREENBRIER 76 CLOSED
UPDATE LOCATION CHANGE
We have a report of a rollover crash 6500 block of Hwy 76 E. This is an early report and we’re still gathering information. If you’re traveling in the area, watch for first responders en route and in the roadway, and drive with caution. Powered by Chosen Towing & Recovery “We buy junk cars!
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Springfield’s Winter Wonderland returns to J. Travis Price Park
AND: A look back at Winter Wonderland 2013!!
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Springfield’s Winter Wonderland returns to J. Travis Price Park - Smokey Barn News
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Springfield’s Winter Wonderland returns to J. Travis Price Park Below is a look back at Winter Wonderland 2013!! SPRINGFIELD TENNESSEE (Smokey Barn News) – Springfield’s Winter Wonderland is ret...
TRAFFIC ALERT —
MOTORCYCLIST DOWN
Motorcycle down. A motorcyclist reportedly struck a tree in the 6400 block of Calista rd near White House. The rider is reportedly conscious and communicating. We’re working to gather more information.
If you’re traveling on Calista Road, watch for first responders in the roadway and drive with caution. Powered by Springfield Auto “Integrity you can drive on!”
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Trooper OK After Crash in Ridgetop - Smokey Barn News
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Trooper OK After Crash in Ridgetop RIDGETOP, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper left the roadway at the curve on Lake Road in Ridgetop, landing in a homeowner’s fro...
Single vehicle crash. Mt Zion Road Springfield.
Videographer: Laura Dehart
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PSA: Deer Activity Is Spiking
We’re seeing an uptick in vehicle versus deer crashes. If a deer jumps out in front of you, there’s often little you can do, but you can slow down and keep your eyes peeled for glowing eyeballs on either side of the road. If you see one, there are probably more. This is their active season, so drive with caution. Powered by Holiday Inn Express - Springfield, TN
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Obituaries: Week of November 16, 2025, In Loving Memory - Smokey Barn News
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Obituaries: Week of November 16, 2025, In Loving Memory ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) *Refresh this page for updates and newly listed obituaries for this week. Wilda Henderson Dodson...
Hardee’s fans!
Hardee’s in Springfield did have a small fire today, but they tell us they are fully operational and ready to roll. No significant damage, everything is fine. "We are open!"
Most importantly for you biscuit addicts… biscuits will be hot and ready in the morning in Springfield, Tennessee. What's your favorite Hardee’s dish?
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VIDEO: A two-vehicle rollover crash that reportedly sent one vehicle rolling multiple times somehow let the occupants walk away without serious injury. ... See MoreSee Less

Rollover Crash in Springfield Sends Vehicle Tumbling, Occupants Walk Away - Smokey Barn News
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Rollover Crash in Springfield Sends Vehicle Tumbling, Occupants Walk Away SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A two-vehicle rollover crash that reportedly sent one vehicle rolling multiple ...A driver walked away without injuries after a dramatic rollover crash on Mt. Zion Road earlier today, according to Trey Nelms, Assistant Chief of the Pleasant View Volunteer Fire Department. ... See MoreSee Less

Rollover Accident on Mt. Zion Road Leaves Driver Unharmed - Smokey Barn News
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Rollover Accident on Mt. Zion Road Leaves Driver Unharmed PLEASANT VIEW, TENNESSEE (Smokey Barn News) – A driver walked away without injuries after a dramatic rollover crash on Mt. Zion Road earlier...
TRAFFIC ALERT
Springfield: We have a Head On Crash in Springfield at Memorial Boulevard at Industrial. The Crash is directly in front of Payne Chevrolet. It should be cleared momentarily, but traffic is still backed up if you’re in the area watch for a first responders and workers in the roadway expect traffic to clear in the next five minutes. One of the occupants was taken into custody by Springfield Police. Another person was transported with unspecified injuries. Powered by Holiday Inn Express - Springfield, TN
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