Davy Crockett Birthplace State Park: The Real Story of Greene County’s Frontier Legend You know the name—Davy Crockett, “King of the Wild Frontier.” But if you think of raccoon hats, Alamo heroics, or corny TV songs, it’s time to meet the real Davy, right where he was born: along the banks of the Nolichucky River […]
Embreeville Mountain: Hidden Trails, Iron Ore Legends, and Greene County’s Overlooked Wilderness Tucked away on the southern edge of Greene County, Embreeville Mountain is one of those places you either grew up climbing or you’ve never really seen at all. For generations, it’s been a local secret—dense woods, rocky outcrops, and a wilderness feel that’s […]
Lost Mountain: The Ridge That Holds Greeneville’s Secrets When you look south or east from Greeneville on a crisp fall morning, you can’t miss the long green back of Lost Mountain rolling along the horizon. For folks in Greene County, Lost Mountain isn’t just scenery—it’s local myth, hidden trails, pioneer stories, and a constant in […]
Lost Mountain: Greene County’s Mysterious Peak and Natural Wonderland For locals in Greene County, Lost Mountain is more than just a landmark on the horizon—it’s a green giant wrapped in legend, natural beauty, and the kind of Appalachian mystery that sparks stories around a bonfire. Rising to 3,557 feet and dominating the skyline west of […]
Greene County Community Events Stay connected with what’s happening in Greene County, Tennessee. From business networking to cultural celebrations, find all the local events that bring our community together. 🗓️ Upcoming Events February 2025 Valentine’s Day Business Mixer – Feb 14, 6:00 PM at General Morgan Inn Greene County History Month – All February, Various […]
Greene County Business Directory Supporting local business in Greene County, Tennessee. BRNTC is committed to fostering economic growth and business networking in our community. Featured Local Businesses Professional Services Vallie Insurance – Complete insurance protection for families and businesses Greene County Medical Center – Comprehensive healthcare services First Tennessee Bank – Banking and financial services […]
The Greene County Pumpkin Festival: Autumn’s Best-Kept Secret in Tennessee When fall rolls into Greene County, the hills turn to gold, church signs sprout pie contests, and the air picks up that unmistakable scent of woodsmoke and fallen leaves. For those in the know, it means one thing: time for the Greene County Pumpkin Festival. […]
Tusculum University: The Oldest College in Tennessee and a Beacon in Greene County’s Story When people picture higher education, Ivy League walls and city campuses might come to mind—but in the rolling green hills of Greene County stands a college older than most in America: Tusculum University. Founded in 1794, just a year after George […]
The Greene County Pumpkin Festival: A Fall Tradition Rooted in Community Every October, when the first chill of fall hits Greene County, the fields of pumpkins, corn, and sunflowers turn golden—and locals know it’s time for one of the area’s most beloved celebrations: the Greene County Pumpkin Festival. This isn’t just a farm fair or […]
The Greeneville Christmas Parade: Decades of Small-Town Cheer and Holiday Memories When the first cold snap rolls in, and Main Street strings up its lights, everyone in Greene County knows: it’s almost parade time. The Greeneville Christmas Parade isn’t just a December event—it’s a tradition that ties generations, kicks off the season, and delivers an […]
