Tune It Tuesday 2025
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) is teaming up with Lowe’s and local emergency management agencies for Tune It Tuesday on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., you can stop by more than 20 Lowe’s stores across Tennessee to get help programming your NOAA Weather Radio. Local emergency management teams will make sure your radio is set up the right way so you can get alerts for your area. Our partners will also share tips and resources to help you and your family stay safe in an emergency.
Why is this important? Weather radios work even when the power goes out or cell service doesn’t. They’re one of the best ways to get life-saving alerts fast.
Each participating location will be giving away a limited number of NOAA Weather Radios for community members, courtesy of the Tennessee Valley Authority. Lowe’s locations will also have radios available for purchase. Additionally, TEMA will be providing batteries for residents with new or used weather radios at all participating sites, while supplies last.
Event Details
- Tuesday, September 23, 2025
- 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Local Time
- 22 Lowe's locations across Tennessee (Participating agencies listed below!)
Tune It Tuesday would not be possible without participating local emergency management agencies. Agencies joining this new statewide initiative are excited to meet community members, program radios, and answer any questions you may have about preparedness. We are grateful for their support and dedication to helping Tennesseans stay safe and ready for any emergency.
Participating Agencies and Lowe's Locations
For questions about the event, please reach out to your local emergency management agency.
Bedford County Emeregency Management Agency
Lowe's: 1734 North Main Street, Shelbyville, TN 37160
Bradley County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 229 Paul Huff Parkway N.W., Cleveland, TN 37312
Coffee County, Franklin County, City of Tullahoma & Tullahoma Fire Department
Lowe’s: 2211 North Jackson Street, Tullahoma, TN 37388
Cumberland County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 2431 N. Main, Crossville, TN 38555
Davidson County / Metro Nashville Office of Emergency Management
Lowe’s (West Nashville): 7034 Charlotte Pike, Nashville, TN 37209
Dickson County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 116 Jackson Brothers Boulevard, Dickson, TN 37055
Greene County Office of Emergency Management
Lowe's: 2375 East Andrew Johnson Highway, Greeneville, TN 37745
Hamilton County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 2180 Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421
Hardin County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 1895 Wayne Road, Savannah, TN 38372
Henry County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 117 Memorial Drive, Paris, TN 38242
Knoxville-Knox County Office of Emergency Management
Lowe’s (North Knoxville): 6600 Clinton Highway, Knoxville, TN 37912
Maury County Office of Emergency Management
Lowe’s: 2000 Hilary Drive, Columbia, TN 38401
McMinn County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 1751 Congress Parkway S, Athens, TN 37303
Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 2150 Lowes Drive, Clarksville, TN 37040
Putnam County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 510 Neal Street, Cookeville, TN 38501
Roane County Office of Emergency Management
Lowe’s: 1800 Roane State Highway, Harriman, TN 37748
Robertson County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 3480 Tom Austin Highway, Springfield, TN 37172
Rutherford County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 410 Genie Lane, Smyrna, TN 37167
Sumner County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 1301 Nashville Pike, Gallatin, TN 37066
Warren County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s:1339 Smithville Highway, Suite 10, McMinnville, TN 37110
Williamson County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 3060 Mallory Lane, Franklin, TN 37067
Wilson County Emergency Management Agency
Lowe’s: 634 South Cumberland Street, Lebanon, TN 37087
Helpful Questions & Answers
Q: What is Tune It Tuesday?
This event is all about helping Tennesseans stay safe. Your emergency management personnel will help you program your NOAA Weather Radio (new or old) and share preparedness resources.
Q: Why do weather radios matter?
Weather radios are one of the most reliable tools during forecasted severe weather or an emergency. They work if the power goes out, cell phones don't have service, or the internet is down. That means you can still get life-saving alerts when it matters most.
Q: Will weather radios be handed out for free?
Each location will have a limited number of free NOAA Weather Radios, courtesy of the Tennessee Valley Authority. They will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.
Q: Do I need to bring my own weather radio?
You don't have to, but you can! If you already have a radio, bring it with you and teams will do their best to program it correctly. If you don't have one, you may be able to receive a free radio (while supplies last) or purchase one at Lowe's.
Q: Do I need to register or sign up in advance?
No registration is needed. Just stop by a participating Lowe's store between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. local time on Tuesday, September 23, 2025.
Q: Will batteries be provided?
TEMA is providing our partner agencies with free batteries for new or used radios at all participating locations, while supplies last.
Q: What station should my weather radio be programmed to?
There are 21 NOAA radio stations in Tennessee. Find station listings from the National Weather Service here.
Q: Who can I contact if I have more questions?
Please reach out to your local emergency management agency for more details about the event in your community.
Q: What if I can't make it on September 23?
You can still buy a weather radio at your convenience, and your local emergency management agency or local meteorologists may be able to help you with programming.
Q: Why isn't my county participating?
Not every county is able to participate in the event this year. We're very thankful for the agencies who are taking part, and we hope more counties can join in the future!