Newport's Norfolk Southern Railway Trestle Collapses Due to Hurricane Helene Damage, Roads Closed and Repairs Delayed
A Newport railroad trestle collapsed into the Pigeon River, causing road closures and further delays in Norfolk Southern railway repairs after Hurricane Helene. The timeline for railway reopening is anticipated for late January.
Driver Services Centers in East Tennessee Closing Temporarily for Tech Upgrades, Including Johnson City and Oak Ridge
Driver Services locations in East Tennessee will close for one day for tech upgrades, including new credentialing equipment and self-service kiosks, as per the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
Unicoi County Reopens I-26 for Local Traffic Amid Reconstruction, Blount County Adopts Eco-Friendly Road Solutions with Recycled Tires
I-26 reopens for local traffic in Unicoi County, TN, after flood damage, with restrictions for commercial vehicles. Blount County uses recycled tires in asphalt for sustainable road construction.
Governor Bill Lee Examines I-40 Devastation in Cocke County as East Tennessee and Asheville, NC Connection Suffers
Gov. Bill Lee surveyed hurricane-damaged I-40 in Cocke County, with plans to partially reopen it. The US DoT provided funds for repairs, while long-term restoration and interstate connectivity remain challenges.












