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“I truly don’t know how I woke up.”
Tay Mitchell was on medication following surgery the night of the fire. Her harrowing personal account of that night, along with a heartfelt thank-you to local first responders, has been added to our report.
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Large House Fire in Cross Plains Claims Dog, Home a Total Loss - Smokey Barn News
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Large House Fire in Cross Plains Claims Dog, Home a Total Loss CROSS PLAINS, TENNESSEE: A large house fire in the 3300 block of Maxi Jones Road resulted in a total loss early Sunday morning, according...More land heads to the auction block... ... See MoreSee Less

37 Acre Sringfield Property W/Home/Barns Headed To The Auction Block - Smokey Barn News
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37 Acre Sringfield Property W/Home/Barns Headed To The Auction Block ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Another large plot of land is heading to the auction block in Robertson County,...Obituaries: Week of March 22, 2026, In Loving Memory ... See MoreSee Less

Obituaries: Week of March 22, 2026, In Loving Memory - Smokey Barn News
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Obituaries: Week of March 22, 2026, In Loving Memory ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) *Refresh this page for updates and newly listed obituaries for this week. Joan (Hardcastle) Wix Mar...
A Robertson County teen is making his mark serving our country.
Jaxson L. Sayle, 18, of Cedar Hill, has officially completed training with the United States Coast Guard on March 13, 2026, graduating with Company LIMA208 in Cape May, New Jersey.
A lifelong Cedar Hill resident, Sayle attended Jo Byrns schools and Penn Foster, graduating early at just 17 before entering the Coast Guard.
He has already been selected for his first assignment aboard the USCGC Eagle, a historic 295-foot sailing vessel based in New London, Connecticut. The Eagle, originally built in 1936, is one of only two active sailing ships in U.S. service and is used to train cadets around the world.
Sayle’s parents are Kerri Dozier of Cedar Hill and Kyle Sayle of Clarksville.
A big congratulations to Jaxson on this achievement and his service to the nation. Powered by Flowers615 in Springfield Tennessee
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Upcoming Community Events & Announcements - Smokey Barn News
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Community Events, Announcements & PUBLIC NOTICES ROBERTSON COUNTY & SURROUNDING MIDDLE TENNESSEE COMMUNITY EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS NOTE: Ongoing weekly events listed below upcoming events Reload this p...
TRAFFIC ALERT: Kinneys Road at Pitt Road is currently open but will temporarily close to allow crews to remove a single-vehicle following a rollover crash.
According to Adams Fire Chief Donovan Tucker, the crash is non-injury. The driver exited the vehicle and walked away without injury.
Once the wrecker arrives, expect a brief road closure while the vehicle is removed. If you’re in the area, watch for first responders in the roadway and use extra caution around the tow truck operator. Powered by Bobbie Barbee - Exit Prime Realty
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Hwy 41 Opens Following Three Vehicle Crash in Greenbrier - Smokey Barn News
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Hwy 41 Opens Following Three Vehicle Crash in Greenbrier GREENBRIER, TENNESSEE: Highway 41 is now clear and open following a three-vehicle crash at College Street, directly in front of Brandon Frank C...
FACEBOOK POSTING GLITCH
WORK AROUND….
If you’re posting links from a desktop to a FAN PAGE, the preview might not click (no hand icon, or it tries ‘Send Message’ instead). Seems to be a desktop display issue only.
Workaround: Post the link from your phone (or any mobile device)—it works fine there. No glitch.
For old posts affected by the glitch: Just add a plain link in the text or comments—fixes it without deleting anything but the main graphic will remain dead unless you delete and repost.
Let us know if you got caught by the bug too! And for our readers: If you’re having trouble clicking a story, head straight to smokybarn.com and search for what you need.
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Residents of Greenbrier and surrounding Robertson County communities now have expanded access to convenient, personalized primary care...… ... See MoreSee Less

Crossroads Medical Group Greenbrier Clinic Now Open, Accepting New Patients - Smokey Barn News
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Crossroads Medical Group Greenbrier Clinic Now Open, Accepting New Patients GREENBRIER, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – Residents of Greenbrier and surrounding Robertson County communities now have ...smokeybarn.com/local-man-critical-after-springfield-crash-early-sunday/ Driver very critical after Sunday morning crash in Springfeld. ... See MoreSee Less

Local Man Critical After Springfield Crash Early Sunday - Smokey Barn News
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Local Man Critical After Springfield Crash Early Sunday SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE: A serious single-vehicle crash left one man in critical condition early Sunday morning. The crash occurred on 7th Avenue...smokeybarn.com/local-man-critical-after-springfield-crash-early-sunday/ Family dog dies in a Cross Plains area home fire that left the home destroyed. ... See MoreSee Less

Large House Fire in Cross Plains Claims Dog, Home a Total Loss - Smokey Barn News
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Large House Fire in Cross Plains Claims Dog, Home a Total Loss CROSS PLAINS, TENNESSEE: A large house fire in the 3300 block of Maxi Jones Road resulted in a total loss early Sunday morning, according...GRASS FIRE ALERT: We’re seeing an uptick in grass fires across the area today due to dry conditions. If you’re out and about, use extreme caution with cigarettes, grills, or any open flame. Avoid anything that could spark a fire, and watch for first responders on roadways. Powered by Chosen Towing & Recovery We buy junk cars!” ... See MoreSee Less
TRAFFIC ALERT: Maxi Jones Road STRUCTURE FIRE…
We have a confirmed structure fire in the 3300 block of Maxi Jones Road. The home is reportedly fully involved. Early reports indicate the fire started on the back porch and spread to the residence. Multiple fire departments from across the county are currently responding.
If you’re out and about, watch for first responders in the roadway and en route.
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Motorcyclist Injured in Springfield Crash - Smokey Barn News
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Motorcyclist Injured in Springfield Crash SPRINGFIELD, TENNESSEE (Smokey Barn News) – A motorcycle collided with a passenger vehicle Saturday afternoon in Springfield, sending one rider to the hospi...I-65 northbound at Exit 114 is currently down to one lane following a crash involving a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper. ... See MoreSee Less

Trooper Injured in I65 Crash Saturday: Interstate SLOW - Smokey Barn News
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Trooper Injured in I65 Crash Saturday Interstate SLOW ROBERTSON COUNTY, TENNESSEE (Smokey Barn News) – I-65 northbound at Exit 114 is currently down to one lane following a crash involving a Tenness...
TRAFFIC ALERT: I-65 Northbound at Exit 114 Shut Down After Crash Involving Trooper
I-65 northbound at the 114 is shut down following a collision involving a state trooper. Reported as an injury crash. We’re still gathering details. Expect delays and consider an alternate route if possible.
A witness told Smokey Barn News the State Trooper was hit on the southbound side. “He was hit hard and flipped four times into the north bound side.” The trooper was parked monitoring the traffic in the median.
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Greenbrier Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Child Sex Charges - Smokey Barn News
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Greenbrier Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Child Sex Charges GREENBRIER, TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – A Greenbrier man is facing multiple felony charges following an arrest tied to an ongoing inv...INTERESTING MOON TONIGHT— Look WEST! We have a waxing crescent moon, just a thin sliver, with a cool effect called “Earthshine.” That faint glow on the dark side is sunlight reflecting off Earth and softly lighting the rest of the moon. This happens in the days just after a new moon when the geometry lines up just right. The moon will be low in the western sky after sunset and heading down, so don’t wait. ... See MoreSee Less
A tractor trailer crashed through a fence and into some cars at Electrolux in Springfield this afternoon. No injuries were reported. The cause of the crash was not immediately available. Powered by Drake’s Auto Repair & Towing ... See MoreSee Less





TRAFFIC ALERT
TOM AUSTIN HIGHWAY
We have a head-on collision on Tom Austin Highway at Duncan Lane, about halfway between I-24 and Springfield. The road is reportedly shut down. You may want to seek an alternate route or expect delays. Watch for first responders en route and in the roadway. Powered by Springfield Carpet One PHOTO: E&E Towing & Recovery
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