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TRAFFIC ALERT: US 31W NOW OPEN AND CLEAR —Driver charged…

A crash in the 4400 block of US 31W this morning left a vehicle (a 2013 Nissan Juke SV) heavily damaged. Investigation and recovery partially blocked the roadway. The driver escaped without injury, but the vehicle will likely be totaled. First call 7:04 am.

The road is now open and clear. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is investigating, according to their preliminary report, the driver was charged with DUI and Due care. Powered by Drake’s Auto Repair & Towing
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TRAFFIC ALERT – I-24 EAST CLOSED
Both eastbound lanes of I-24 near mile marker 30 in Cheatham County are shut down following a multi-vehicle crash. Robertson County resources are responding to assist. Expect delays heading toward Nashville from Clarksville or Kentucky.

We’re also receiving multiple reports of generally minor crashes around Robertson County. With Friday traffic picking up, slow down, leave extra room, and drive with caution. Powered by Chosen Towing & Recovery “We buy junk cars!”
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Sheriff’s Office Activity on 5th Ave E

The Robertson County Sheriff’s Office is executing a search warrant at a residence on 5th Ave E. According to the Sheriff’s Office, there is no danger to the public.

We’ll share more information as it becomes available. Powered by Payne Chevrolet
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TRAFFIC ALERT: A crash involving a truck and a bicyclist has been reported at Highway 41 South and West College Street in Greenbrier. Injuries have been reported. Use caution and expect delays in the area. Powered by Stewart Williams Furniture

Update: According to Greenbrier Police, the bicyclist sustained only minor injuries.
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Whataburger opens a “ride-through” in Springfield? 🐎🍔

Friendly cowboy Rodney Hoover caught our attention today on horseback at Springfield’s Whataburger. Hoover says he’s working with Whataburger on some marketing—and we already know it’s working because he reeled in Smokey Barn News! LOL.

A little history: Long before cars, riders were offered a “stirrup cup”—a drink served while they remained on horseback. So getting refreshments without leaving the saddle has been around a lot longer than the drive-through! Powered by Robertson County Sheriff's Office “We’re hiring!”
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TRAFFIC ALERT: A serious crash at the bottom of the ridge is affecting traffic in both directions. Online traffic information indicates the road is currently closed. Consider an alternate route. Powered by Grant Wakefield - Shelter Insurance

UPDATE: Two vehicles were involved in the crash, with two people critically injured. According to Goodlettsville Fire Chief, Kenneth Reeves, the road is expected to remain closed between Williamson and Gaylemore during the investigation. Current closure status and an estimated reopening time await confirmation from officials.
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WEATHER REPORT
—FOR CALIFORNIA TRANSPLANTS
For all our wonderful readers who moved here from California: going from around 90 to the 50s in 24 hours is pretty much how we enter fall around here. Summer puts up a brave fight until the last possible second, then we move into fall like falling off a cliff. 🍂 Powered by TriStar NorthCrest Medical Center
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ALERT
A reminder: Kids are out of school this week, riding bikes and playing across Robertson County. Please drive carefully, especially in downtown Springfield, where the reopened theater, dance schools and other activities bring more children to the area. Powered by Chosen Towing & Recovery “We buy junk cars!”
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WEATHER
ROBERTSON COUNTY : 76°F with thunderstorms. Some flooding already reported. Storms are forecast through about 10 p.m., followed by mostly cloudy skies. Temperatures near 70°F by morning, with another chance of thunderstorms around daybreak. Powered by Grant Wakefield - Shelter Insurance
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SMOKE & SUNBEAMS
Sunlight streams through the smoke from a tobacco barn off Carr Road, creating this spectacular scene.
Photo courtesy of Tori Sloan.
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WEATHER REPORT: 90.1° in Springfield on October 13!
That’s about 15–18° above normal and higher the standing record of 88° for this date (set in 1947).
Not yet a confirmed official local record. Your thoughts?
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WEATHER REPORT: 90.1

 

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