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US 60 Yard Sale underway for miles in Kentucky
CARTER COUNTY, KY (WOWK) – As the saying goes, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure,” and thrifting fans had the chance to hit the highway on Friday to the US 60 Yard Sale! Folks can come out to the to find some unique and new-to-you treasures. The US 60 Yard Sale spans miles of […]
Haze over Memphis? Saharan dust, wildfire smoke affecting air quality
Memphis has experienced some extreme heat this week and thanks to wildfires and Saharan dust, the Mid-South is also seeing some air quality impacts. On Thursday, Memphis was under a code orange air quality alert, meaning air quality values were unhealthy for the elderly, children and those with heart/lung conditions. The alert was...
Dolly Parton’s Stampede owner buys the Titanic Museum
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. (WATE) — Dolly Parton’s Stampede’s parent company has bought the Titanic Museum. A statement from the CEO of World Choice Investments, LLC, which owns Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show, Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud, and the Comedy Barn, shared that they acquired the Titanic properties from John and Mary […]
Tennessee State Parks Salutes Veterans with Days of Complimentary Golf and Camping
Tennessee State Parks will pay tribute to Veterans of the U.S. military with Salute to Service days when all Veterans will be eligible for free camping and golf on the birthdays of each branch of military service. The first is on Sunday, Aug. 4, birthday of the U.S. Coast Guard, which was created in 1790.
Tennessee helped recover $9.5M for residents from insurance companies this year
(The Center Square) – Tennessee’s Department of Commerce and Insurance says it has recovered $9.5 million for Tennessee residents in 2024. The group mediates complaints between consumers and insurance companies, resulting in previously denied claims being overturned and additional benefits identified and paid to consumers. The recovery comes after the division recorded a record of more than $17.45 million for Tennessee residents in 2023. ...
After early struggles in recruiting, Vols' Abeln says 'God answered that prayer'
Just a few months after football officially promoted Alec Abeln to tight ends coach last year, giving him his first chance to be an on-field assistant coach, he was sitting at church one day when he decided to say a prayer for his ongoing recruiting efforts. He was still adjusting to the challenges of going on the road and recruiting as a position coach in the SEC, and he didn't know how it would turn out at the time.
Why is it hazy in Nashville? Saharan dust, wildfires in the West affect air quality in Middle Tennessee
Nashville is in for some hazy skies Friday and Saturday, as smoke from wildfires out West moves into Tennessee. Upper level westerly winds have brought the smoke into the Volunteer State, said the National Weather Service. Adding to the haze is Saharan dust, which travelled from Africa, through the Caribbean and into southern portions of the U.S. ...
Suspect in Nashville organized retail crime and shoplifting spree arrested, sister sought
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) reports one of two sisters connected to an organized retail crime and shoplifting spree has been jailed after her capture in LaVergne. Police state Myiesha Mayes was arrested in LaVergne on Thursday night and booked on outstanding warrants connected to the alleged crimes....
PFL 7 weigh-in results, staredown videos from Nashville | Goltsov vs. Johnson
The 2024 Professional Fighters League (PFL) playoffs are set to begin tomorrow (Fri. Aug. 2, 2024) inside Municipal Auditorium in Nashville, Tenn., with the Heavyweights and women’s Flyweights taking center stage. In the main event of the evening, Denis Goltsov will face off against Tim Johnson, while the co-headlining act will see Dakota Ditcheva will battle Jena Bishop.
Weekend top picks: Montgomery County Fair, Downtown @ Sundown, Emancipation Day Block Party
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – This weekend, bring the family to the county fair, enjoy some art downtown, and listen to live music at sundown. Montgomery County Fair: The Montgomery County Fair is back with an array of attractions including pig racing, rides, food, games, bike racing and so much more, at the Clarksville Speedway, 1600 Needmore Road. The fun continues Aug. 1-3. Cost: Armbands $30-$35. Midway admission, $7 adults. Kids 4-11 $4.
TriStar Centennial Medical Center Welcomes Jason Washington as Vice President of Operations
TriStar Centennial Medical Center is pleased to welcome Jason Washington as vice president of operations for the 741-bed facility in downtown Nashville. Washington will oversee operations for TriStar Centennial’s physical therapy department, imaging services, plant operations and construction projects. “We are excited Jason has joined our TriStar Centennial family....