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For Tennessee Sports Hall of Famer, Vols baseball's Chris Burke, it'll always be 'Rocky Top'
Former Tennessee baseball star Chris Burke was one of the names who headlined the 2024 class of Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame inductees. The University of Tennessee — more importantly, the entire state — changed his life through his athletic career and ultimately propelled him to fulfilling his dream of playing professional baseball. He was drafted by the Houston Astros in 2001 and also played for the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres. ...
FAFSA Clinics Next Week Supporting UC Families
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission is offering free FAFSA clinics to give Upper Cumberland families hands-on support while applying for federal student aid. Senior Outreach Director Jason Seay said they have always had FAFSA workshops at high schools and colleges throughout the state but families need more support this year. Seay said last year’s revamping of the system has led to technical issues and some parental concerns.
Marion kicks off The Hungry Mother Festival, food-eating competitions to begin Saturday
MARION, Va. (WJHL) – Competitive eaters are back in Marion this weekend for the 2024 Hungriest Mother Food Festival. It is part of the town’s “biggest summer weekend,” The Hungry Mother Festival. The two-day festival incorporates food-eating competitions, live music, beer and more. A dozen local businesses and food trucks provided the meals. New this […]
'Sad all the way around': Third dog death linked to Virginia PetSmart
ALEXANDRIA, Va. (WJLA) — Earlier this week, WJLA reported that two separate dogs died shortly after staying at a Virginia Petsmart boarding facility. Now, the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria revealed a third dog has died within a week of staying there. All three dogs were staying at the...
Political analyst weighs in on VP-nominee J.D. Vance’s visit to Southwest Virginia
SOUTHWEST, Va. – All eyes are on Southwest Virginia ahead of Ohio Senator - and Republican Vice Presidential pick - JD Vance’s visit to Radford University on Monday. Political Analyst Dr. Ed Lynch says Republicans are hoping to flip the Commonwealth red. “Virginia is in play for the...
After VMSDEP repeal, military families call on lawmakers to end the practice of ‘legislating through the budget’
After months of intense debate, Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed a bill repealing recently made changes to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program (VMSDEP). Although they are happy with the repeal, military families now have their sights set on a new goal.
Kentucky Arrest: Manhunt in Tennessee Trooper Shooting Ends
Tennessee, TN – The search for Braze Rucker, who was wanted in connection with the shooting of a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper on I-40 in Putnam County, is over. Rucker was taken into custody in Princeton, KY by Kentucky State Police (KSP) on Thursday. The capture involved the use of THP Trooper Adam Cothron’s handcuffs, adding a poignant note to the arrest.
Muhumed, Smith win USATF 8K road titles at Crazy 8s 8K Race
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) – The Crazy 8s 8K Race has been a staple in Northeast Tennessee for decades. Saturday night, however, marked the first time it would serve as the USA Track & Field 8K road race championship for both men and women. The competition did not disappoint in the humidity of the Model City. […]
$1,000 reward offered for info after multiple people beaten, robbed inside Grundy County restaurant
Grundy County authorities are turning to the community for help tracking down two suspects accused of stealing thousands of dollars' worth of items from a group of people during a violent armed robbery in a restaurant Friday night.
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