Hawkins County Rescue Squad

09/06/2026

Update: Child has been located.

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We currently have members on scene in Greene County to assist with the search efforts for Atreus.

UPDATE: Atreus Bird, the subject of a , has been found safe in Greene County.

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EARLIER POST:

: We need your help to find Atreus Johann Bird, who is missing from Greene County.

The 2-year-old is 3', 30 lbs., with blonde hair and blue eyes, last seen in the area of Hilldale Road in Midway wearing Olaf pajama pants and no shirt or shoes.

Atreus Bird has a known medical condition that may impair his ability to return safely without assistance.

Spot him? Call the Greene County Sheriff’s Department at (423) 798-1800 or the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.

09/05/2026

🔥 WE’RE COOKIN’ AT THE DOC LYONS FESTIVAL! 🔥

Come see us at Surgoinsville Riverfront Park! The orders have been rolling in, and we’re serving up delicious burgers, hot dogs, refreshing teas and lemonades with TONS of flavors — including sugar-free options!

🩷✨ Psst… ask us about JOLENE!
She’s our SECRET off-menu lemonade — pink, sparkling, and packed with delicious Triple Berry flavor! If you saw it here, you know what to ask for.

There’s plenty to see and do throughout the night, so come enjoy the festival, grab some good food, and stop by to see us! Oh and Fireworks start at 10pm!

🍔🌭🥤 Come hungry. Leave happy. And don’t forget JOLENE! 🩷✨

09/05/2026

UPDATE: All incidents have been handled and roadways are back open.

⚠️ TRAVEL NOT ADVISED – HAWKINS COUNTY ⚠️

Due to recent inclement weather and hazardous conditions, travel is NOT advised at this time, particularly in the Persia and Rogersville areas.

Multiple hazards have been reported, including downed trees, blocked roadways, and structural collapses. Emergency crews throughout Hawkins County, including the Hawkins County Rescue Squad, are actively responding and assisting in affected areas.

Please stay off the roadways if at all possible to allow emergency personnel and equipment to safely access these areas.

If you absolutely must travel, use extreme caution, watch for downed trees and other hazards, and never attempt to drive around barricades or through blocked roadways.

Please continue to monitor our page for further updates as conditions and response efforts continue.

Stay safe, Hawkins County.

09/05/2026

UPDATE: Leroy Walker, the subject of a , has been found safe in Campbell County.

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EARLIER POST:

: We need your help to find Leroy Walker, who is missing from Knoxville.

The 78-year-old is 6' tall, 160 lbs., with gray hair and blue eyes, last seen Friday wearing a red plaid shirt and dark jeans.

Walker was last seen in the area of Chapman Highway and may be driving this 2010 Acura MDX with TN tag BSH-1972. (Note the distinguishing damage and stickers.) He has a medical condition that may impair his ability to return safely without assistance.

Spot him? Call the Knoxville Police Department - TN at (865) 215-7000 or TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.

09/04/2026

Come out and see us at the Riverfront Festival in Surgoinsville! ❤️

We’re grillin’ up the good stuff and pouring up refreshing teas and lemonades all evening!

And we might just have a little secret… 👀🩷

Ask us about JOLENE — our NEW secret, off-menu lemonade! 🍋✨ You won’t find her on the menu… but trust us, she’s worth asking for!

Stop by the Hawkins County Rescue Squad booth, grab some supper and a cold drink, and help support our 100% volunteer agency!

09/02/2026

Come out and support the Hawkins County Rescue Squad at the Surgoinsville Riverfront & Dr. Lyons Festivals, September 4th & 5th, 2026!

FOOD BOOTH HOURS
Friday — Starting at 4 PM
Saturday — Starting at 11 AM

We’ll be serving burgers and hot dogs, refreshing teas and lemonades, flavor add-ins, plus fun specialty drinks you won’t want to miss!
Our First Aid Tent will also be set up throughout the festivals and ready to assist if needed.

Every purchase helps support our 100% volunteer agency and the work we do in our community, so bring the family, enjoy live music, craft booths, vendors, great food, and more — and be sure to stop by our Food Booth to grab a bite and say hello. Thank you for your support!

09/01/2026

UPDATE:

Teresa Thomas, the subject of a , has been found safe.

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PREVIOUSLY POSTED:

We need your help to find Teresa Thomas, who is missing from Davidson County.

The 61-year-old is 5’2”, 221 lbs., with black hair and brown eyes.

Teresa is believed to be on foot.

She has a medical condition that may impair her ability to return safely without assistance.

Spot her? Call the Metro Nashville Police Department at 615-862-8600 or TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND!

For more details on this alert, TBI's Silver Alert program, and more resources, download the TBI Find App: tbi.pub/TBIFindApp

08/31/2026

UPDATE: Jackson Bacosa has been located. As always, thank you for sharing!

Previously Released:

An Endangered Young Adult Alert has been issued on behalf of the Knoxville Police Department - TN for 18-year-old Jackson Bacosa. He was last seen on August 28th near Park West Blvd in Knoxville. Jackson is 5'8" tall, 130 lbs., with black hair and blue eyes. He has a medical condition that may impair his ability to return safely without assistance. If you have seen Jackson, please call KPD at 865-215-4010 or TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.

08/25/2026

Today, East Tennessee and the world mourn the loss of a true Tennessee treasure, Dolly Parton .

Dolly was iconic for her music, but perhaps her greatest legacy will be what she did for people. She used her success to make a difference far beyond the stage—putting books into the hands of children, supporting education and first responder programs, advancing medical research and healthcare, helping communities recover from devastating disasters, and giving back to the mountains and people she always called home.

She was more than an entertainer. She was a true humanitarian.

For those of us in East Tennessee, Dolly wasn't simply a global superstar. She was one of our own—a hometown neighbor from Sevier County who never forgot where she came from. From the porch in Locust Ridge and the story behind her Coat of Many Colors, to Dollywood and the biggest stages in the world, she carried the heart, humility, faith, and spirit of East Tennessee with her wherever she went.

Her music gave people something to sing about.
Her generosity gave people something to hope for.
Her life showed us that success isn't measured only by what you accomplish, but by what you give back.

From all of us at Hawkins County Rescue Squad, we extend our deepest condolences to the Parton family, her friends, the Dollywood family, and the millions of people whose lives she touched.

East Tennessee has lost one of its brightest lights, but the legacy she leaves behind will continue for generations.

Rest peacefully, Dolly. Thank you for never forgetting home.

From East Tennessee to the world — We Will Always Love You. 🦋

— Hawkins County Rescue Squad

08/21/2026

Sharing again for our friends Hawkins County Emergency Medical Services

We’ve had a lot of neighbors stopping by lately looking for the EMS Billing Office for Hawkins County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

We just want to help make sure everyone gets exactly where they're looking for. You can find them down the road, just off main street, at 200 East Kyle Street, Rogersville, TN 37857. 🚑💙 (Behind East TN Pest Control)