Morristown Police Department continues to ask for the public’s help identifying the suspect or suspects in a fatal shooting
The Morristown Police Department continues to ask for the public’s help in identifying the suspect or suspects in a fatal shooting in Morristown early Saturday morning. Police are asking anyone that may have come into contact with the pictured vehicle, a white 2005 Pontiac Vibe, Friday night into Saturday morning to contact investigators immediately. This […]
Morristown Police Department Asking Public For Information Related To Homicide Saturday Morning
The Morristown Police Department is asking the public for information relating to a homicide that occurred early April 29 in the morning in north Morristown. Police were dispatched to Five Point Mobile Home Park on Brights Pike Road shortly before 1:00 a.m. Saturday morning after 911 callers reported hearing gunshots in the area. Officers discovered […]
Investigators Searching For 33 Year Old Chastity Marie Lucas
Investigators are currently searching for 33-year-old Chastity Marie Lucas. Ms. Lucas left the hospital in Morristown against medical advice on April 19, 2023, and her family has not seen or heard from her since. Investigators and family are concerned for her safety. Ms. Lucas is a White female approximately 5’5” tall and weighs about 115 […]
Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce OTICS USA, Inc. to Expand Manufacturing Operations in Hamblen County
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter and OTICS USA, Inc. officials announced today the company will invest $147 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Morristown, Tennessee. OTICS USA will create 70 new jobs at its U.S. headquarters in Hamblen County through the expansion. As a supplier for […]
AEC is Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Broadband Grant from the State of Tennessee
The State of Tennessee awarded Appalachian Electric Cooperative (AEC) with a broadband grant for a total $8,631,244.48 as part of the Tennessee Emergency Broadband Fund-American Rescue Plan (TEBF-ARP). AEC will receive funding throughout and upon completion of the project. AEC General Manager Greg Williams states, “We’re very excited about receiving news from the State of […]
UPDATE – Found Safe – Christina “Dee Dee” Strange Ivy
UPDATE: Christina “Dee Dee” Strange Ivy has been located and is safe. Investigators are currently searching for 47-year-old Christina “Dee Dee” Strange Ivy. On Saturday, she notified an acquaintance that her vehicle had broken down in south Morristown. When the individual arrived, Ms. Ivy was gone. Ms. Ivy was seen at a local business on […]
Walter Noe Mendez Mendez -person of interest in the hit-and-run crash that killed an 18-month-old child in south Morristown
Morristown Police Department (MPD) investigators are asking for the public’s help in locating a person of interest in the hit-and-run crash that killed an 18-month-old child in south Morristown last night. At approximately 10:40pm Saturday evening, police were called to the scene on Louise Avenue where a white Scion tC had accelerated backwards into a […]
The Power of Partnership Between AEC and MU Fuels Clean Energy and Projected Savings
White Pine, Tennessee, July 28, 2022 – Appalachian Electric Cooperative (AEC) and Morristown Utilities Commission (MUC) Boards have executed a Power Purchase Agreement with Dancing Horse, LLC (Sunrise Energy Ventures) to purchase solar power from a joint project to be located in White Pine. Both utilities have long-term power contracts with TVA and in exchange, TVA […]
City of Morristown announces partnership with Covenant Sports Medicine for Morristown Landing
Covenant Health has been selected as the exclusive health and wellness partner for the upcoming community center, Morristown Landing. This partnership between Morristown Landing and Covenant Health involves a 10-year sponsorship and leasing agreement connecting the two organizations. Covenant Health will open a 3,500 sq ft Cardiac Rehab center at The Landing, located at the […]
Morristown Police Seeks Help In Locating Wanted Individuals in Morristown Auto Thefts
The Morristown Police Department (MPD) continues to investigate a series of stolen vehicles that have been left running unattended in driveways in the mornings. The MPD is asking for the public’s help in locating two individuals who have outstanding warrants relating to some of these incidents. Aaron Hannah, 29, and Tyler Brice, 30, (photos attached) […]
Canine Distemper Case Confirmed at Area Shelter
Last weekend a puppy at the Morristown Hamblen Humane Society (MHHS) exhibited symptoms of distemper. On Monday, the mother and rest of the litter were confirmed positive after MHHS director Pam Velder submitted samples to the virology laboratory at the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. MHHS staff followed best practices by immediately testing […]
Morristown Police Department Sergeant Travis Stansell Awarded Inaugural Leadership Legacy Award
Morristown Police Department Sergeant Travis Stansell has been awarded the Inaugural Leadership Legacy Award. He was surprised during a ceremony for the Morristown-Hamblen Air Force JROTC on April 29, 2021. The award is presented to members of the community who have a positive meaningful impact on the program and the community. Sergeant Stansell has served […]
Morristown Police Ask For Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspects
Morristown Police are asking for help identifying suspects in the armed robbery of Cherokee Market March 15, 2021. Two young males entered the market located at 2710 Cherokee Drive at approximately 9:15 pm and, as one pointed a gun at the clerk, demanded money. The suspects loaded the money into a gray duffel bag and […]
Northeastern Tennessee’s Newest Recreation and Events Megaplex Breaks Ground
The City of Morristown celebrated the groundbreaking of their newest recreation and events venue, Morristown Landing. The ceremony took place on March 12 on the site where the event center will be located, adjacent to the Public Works facility on Merchants Greene Boulevard. Construction has begun on the 100,000 square-foot indoor recreation, wellness, and events […]
Human Remains Found In Panther Creek State Park, Identified As Joseph William Ricker
The Morristown Police Department has been informed that human remains found last week in Panther Creek State Park have been identified as 28-year-old Joseph William Ricker. MPD investigators have been searching for Mr. Ricker since he was reported missing by his family in late August. The Morristown Police Department sends condolences to Mr. Ricker’s family […]
Two Individuals with Counterfeit Bills Charged
Two individuals have been charged after being found in possession of counterfeit money and a stolen car on Monday afternoon. The Morristown Police Department (MPD) has seen an increase in reports of counterfeit money, specifically ten- and twenty-dollar bills, being circulated to local businesses in recent weeks. Justin Easton, 35, and Jessica Miller, 23, both […]
