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VU’s Damarien Yates commits to play at Memphis
VINCENNES, Ind. – Trailblazer Damarien Yates (Somerville, Tenn.) announced earlier this week his plans to continue his basketball career in the fall by committing to play at the University of Memphis. “Memphis is home,” Yates said. “I think this is the perfect fit both academically and athletically. This Memphis...
Dollywood Shares Urgent Update After Park’s Shock Closure
Dolly Parton’s beloved Dollywood has suddenly closed down without prior notice. Since 1986, the country singer has been as renowned as the namesake of the Tennessee theme park as she has her iconic tracks “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” and “I Will Always Love You.” Located in the mountain town of Pigeon Forge, the park has evolved over the years from the stereotypical lineup of roller coasters and rides to also embrace Parton’s own sparkling legacy.
All-female rib cooking contest raises $5K for Family Crisis Services
An all-female rib cooking contest in Jackson, Tennessee raised more than $5,000 for Family Crisis Services of Northwest Mississippi in Oxford. Brandon and Michelle O’Guin, owners of Ain’t it the Life catering, met and befriended Oxonians and fellow barbeque enthusiasts Steve and Holly Jubera several years ago doing barbecue competitions. The Juberas held the Velvet […] The post All-female rib cooking contest raises $5K for Family Crisis Services appeared first on The Oxford Eagle.
Singer Ingrid Andress Cancels Several Concert Dates After Announcing She’s Entering Rehab
Ingrid Andress is taking a pause from touring after the fallout from her national anthem performance. The singer, 32, has canceled a handful of concert dates after announcing she’s entering rehab. A representative for Andress told the Associated Press that her “upcoming shows in Nashville and Denver have been canceled, and the venues are in […]
What is a Blue Alert? TBI issues Public Safety Alert in search for suspects in Tennessee trooper shooting
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation issued a Blue Alert overnight for two suspects accused of shooting a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper on I-40 East in Putnam County on the night of July 19. A Public Safety Alert came over people's phones just after midnight with a...
NashVillager Podcast: (Not) talking about Republican infighting
What did Tennessee leaders leave out of their RNC speeches?. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and Gov. Bill Lee chose not to mention some inconvenient details of their history with issues they raised in speeches at this week’s Republican National Convention. Plus the local news for July 19, 2024 and a profile of Nashville Democrat Vincent Dixie.
West Tennessee Healthcare Invests in AI to Improve OR Efficiency, Utilization, & Surgical Growth
– West Tennessee Healthcare, a not-for-profit healthcare system with 7 hospitals and multiple supporting clinics, treating more than 185,000 patients, today announced a partnership with Qventus, the leading provider of AI-based software that automates health system operations and patient flows. – Qventus’ Perioperative Solution empowers surgical teams at West Tennessee...
Statewide program helps East Tennessee youth transition into adulthood
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A statewide program is helping young people in East Tennessee transition more easily into adulthood. Tennessee's Youth Employment Program pairs teenagers and young adults ages 14 to 24 with employers across different industries. The Knoxville Area Urban League (KAUL) is one of the many organizations participating...
MEM moves forward with airport modernization construction project
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The reinvention of the Memphis International Airport is underway as they plan to move forward with their modernization construction project. MEM’s next steps have been released after the construction contract for the demolition of Concourse A was approved by the Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority Board of Commissioners on Thursday. This demolition will […]
Tennessee developers will soon be able to hire private companies for their safety code inspections
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Right now developers are gearing up because they will soon be able to hire a private company for their safety inspections. The new law goes into effect on October 1. Dan Mitchell, Secretary and Treasurer for the Home Builder Association of Tennessee, said this is something...
Springville Home Total Loss After Fire
Springville, Tenn.–A Springville home is a total loss after a fire Thursday evening. The owners were not home at the time of the fire and no one was injured. Paris Landing Volunteer Fire Department Chief Reggie Coles said Paris Landing firefighters and Henry County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to 75 Nordan Drive in Springville on a report of a structure fire.
Man steals Memphis Police vehicle in Raleigh getaway
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police say a man stole a squad car Friday evening in Raleigh. Officers were responding to a suspicious person just before 6 p.m. at a Burlington Coat Factory at Stage Road and Covington Pike. When they attempted to make contact, they say the man ran off and stole a squad car […]
Lexington Man Charged with Drug Trafficking in Lawrence County
A Lexington man has been charged with trafficking drugs in Lawrence County. The Big Sandy News reports that Ethan Pack was arrested at a location at Falls Creek Drive. Pack was found to be in possession with the intent to traffic, cash, a baggie containing numerous syringes, and marijuana. Pack...
Tennessee continues to experience record-low unemployment, according to data released by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the rate for June came in at 3%, unchanged from the all-time low unemployment rate the state recorded in May. In a year-to-year comparison, Tennessee’s June 2024 seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased by 0.1 percentage point. Employers added new jobs...
Somewhere KY or TN, USA
This was shot during a road trip to Kentucky and Tennessee. My wife and I flew to Louisville and drove to Nashville via Bowling Green, where we visited my daughter and continued on. Coming from the New York metropolitan area, it is refreshing to see the horizon line of the Midwest.
Judge issues gag order in case against 12-year-old charged with murder
GIBSON COUNTY, Tenn. — A 12-year-old girl accused of suffocating her 8-year-old cousin while they were staying with their grandmother in Humboldt, Tennessee for the summer appeared in court on Friday. According to the District Attorney, video evidence shows the 12-year-old suffocating 8-year-old Demaria Hollingsworth with bedding, then cleaning up the victim and repositioning the […]
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