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08/16/2025

🚨BREAKING HURRICANE ERIN NEWS 🚨 Hurricane Erin has been officially upgraded to a Category 5 Hurricane. The storm is starting to deviate slightly westward from its forecasted path, with hopes that it will not affect the U.S.

08/16/2025

🌀HURRICANE ERIN NEWS🌀 Hurricane Erin has intensified into a Category 4 hurricane significantly ahead of schedule. Presently, this system does not pose a threat to us, but it is possible that it may take a shift northwestern due to its rapid intensification.

08/16/2025

We are returning to our regular posting routine. After a temporary break due to personal reasons, we will resume posting as often as time and updates allow.

A Tornado watch is in effect for SWVA until 8PM EST, with the storm system predicted to hit around 5-6PM. It is vital to...
05/20/2025

A Tornado watch is in effect for SWVA until 8PM EST, with the storm system predicted to hit around 5-6PM. It is vital to establish multiple sources for receiving emergency alerts and updates.

UPDATE FOR TUESDAY MAY 30TH: The National Weather Service has upgraded the forecast for tomorrow to a Slight risk of sev...
05/19/2025

UPDATE FOR TUESDAY MAY 30TH: The National Weather Service has upgraded the forecast for tomorrow to a Slight risk of severe weather, potentially bringing thunderstorms and possibly one or two tornadoes. Be weather aware and have multiple ways to receive alerts.

Photo Credit: US National Weather Service Morristown Tennessee

Watching a potential for a few rain showers and unlikely but possibly an isolated thunderstorm or two for the SWVA area ...
05/19/2025

Watching a potential for a few rain showers and unlikely but possibly an isolated thunderstorm or two for the SWVA area tomorrow. Keep up to date with local news and weather stations for more details.
Photo credit: US National Weather Service Morristown Tennessee

First post: SWVA is currently facing a marginal and a little slight risk of severe weather on Tuesday, and I will be cl...
05/18/2025

First post: SWVA is currently facing a marginal and a little slight risk of severe weather on Tuesday, and I will be closely monitoring the forecasts for any potential changes.

Tweetsie Railroad #190 leaving with the first train of the day. 4-6-24
04/24/2024

Tweetsie Railroad #190 leaving with the first train of the day. 4-6-24

Tweetsie Railroad #190 arrives in town on opening day, 4-6-24.
04/24/2024

Tweetsie Railroad #190 arrives in town on opening day, 4-6-24.

The Dollywood Express #192 awaits clearance at the depot before proceeding up Iron Mountain. 4-1-24
04/20/2024

The Dollywood Express #192 awaits clearance at the depot before proceeding up Iron Mountain. 4-1-24

Norfolk Southern #4276 sits in Norton yard, awaiting its next task. 4-19-24
04/19/2024

Norfolk Southern #4276 sits in Norton yard, awaiting its next task. 4-19-24

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