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12/06/2025

JUST ANNOUNCED An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of two Sweetwater individuals in a 2024 arson case.

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11/25/2025

Former Sweetwater Police Chief passes away

FORMER SWEETWATER POLICE CHIEF PASSES AWAY

Today, the Sweetwater Police Department mourns the passing of former Chief Mike Jenkins, a dedicated public servant whose impact on our city will be felt for generations.

Chief Jenkins was born on April 29, 1951, and faithfully served the City of Sweetwater for over 40 years. His career began with the Sweetwater Fire Department in 1974 before joining the Police Department in 1979. Throughout his decades of service, he held numerous roles, including Assistant Chief and Chief, and continued to serve the community even after retirement through his work with the M**h Task Force. He was also a graduate of the prestigious FBI National Academy in Quantico.

Chief Jenkins was more than a leader — he was a mentor. He shaped the careers of countless officers who now serve across East Tennessee and beyond. Many of our current supervisors, detectives, and patrol officers proudly credit him for the guidance, discipline, and professionalism that molded them into the leaders they are today.

His legacy lives on in every officer he trained, every life he touched, and the standard of service he helped instill in this department.

Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all who had the honor of serving beside him.

Rest easy, Chief Jenkins.

11/11/2025

HOUSE FIRE WITH FATALITY AND SUBSEQUENT VEHICLE ACCIDENT INVOLVING A MCSO DETECTIVE

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a residential fire at 435 Crowder Road in Madisonville earlier today, along with multiple fire departments and law enforcement agencies. The call came in around 4:00 p.m.

After the fire was extinguished, responders discovered that one adult male had perished in the incident. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) State Bomb and Arson Division is currently investigating the cause of the fire.

As units were clearing the scene, a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office detective was involved in a two-vehicle accident on US-411. The detective was transported to UT Medical Center for evaluation. The condition of the other individual involved in the crash is currently unknown. The Madisonville Police Department is investigating the accident.

Our thoughts are with our detective and the other person involved in the crash, and we are praying for their recovery. We also extend our deepest condolences to the family of the individual who lost their life in today’s fire.

More information will be provided as it becomes available.

11/02/2025

The lawsuit says correction officers with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office did not give McCleary his diabetes medication while he was detained.

10/24/2025

McMinn County Director of Schools passed away. McMinn County schools will be closed Friday. The McMinn Co. vs. Sweetwater football game schedule for Friday night has been postponed until Saturday at noon.

RIP: McMinn County's Director of Schools has passed away unexpectedly, the district announced Thursday.

Schools will be closed Friday to allow for mourning: https://newschannel9.com/news/local/mcminn-county-director-of-schools-passes-unexpectedly-schools-closed-for-mourning-friday

MORE: Remembering Dr. Julie Goodin: From McMinn Central to Clemson, a life built on teamwork: https://newschannel9.com/news/local/remembering-dr-julie-goodin-from-mcminn-central-to-clemson-a-life-built-on-teamwork

10/13/2025

Missing boater found dead.

UPDATE: MONROE COUNTY MISSING BOATER FOUND

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office regrets to report that the body of missing boater, Mr. James McTyre, has been located this morning.

We extend our deepest condolences to Mr. McTyre’s family and friends during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with them as they grieve their loss.

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank all agencies and individuals who assisted in the search efforts and recovery operations. Your cooperation and dedication are greatly appreciated.

10/12/2025

Search for missing boater underway.

10/07/2025

Harriman Councilman, firefighter son facing numerous charges in connection to fatal shooting of Lenoir City teen.

10/01/2025

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