In Hawkins County, Tennessee, the local Emergency Communications team is reaching out to area municipalities for financial assistance due to a budget deficit. Known as Hawkins County Emergency Communications (HCEC), this organization manages the central dispatch system, ensuring efficient emergency call handling and dispatching services across the county. This service extends to all municipalities, such as Surgoinsville, Mount Carmel, and Church Hill. News Channel 11 has reported on this developing situation as the county seeks collaborative solutions to sustain its vital operations.