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Leadership Middle Tennessee Celebrates Class of 2024 Commencement
Leadership Middle Tennessee (LMT) celebrated the commencement of their Class of 2024 on Tuesday, June 18th at the Adventure Science Center. The celebration was the culmination of an 11-month program where class members attended a session each month in one of 10 Middle Tennessee counties to gain a greater understanding of critical issues in the region, learning through interactive presentations, facilitated dialogue, behind-the scenes visits, and experiential adventures.
New networking platform aims to fill manufacturing jobs
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Positions in major companies are filling up thanks to the work of a graduate from the University of Tennessee. Simba Jonga is the CEO and founder of Laborup, a first-of-its-kind platform that operates like LinkedIn or Indeed. The difference, however, is that Laborup focuses on manufacturing.
Tennessee football fans react to early release of 'EA Sports College Football 25' video game
For the first time in more than 4,000 days, college football fans are able to watch their favorite teams play — virtually, that is. The newest edition of "EA Sports College Football 25" is gracing the realm of console gaming, coming more than 10 years after the previous release of the series, "NCAA Football 14."
Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign
Tennessee’s Department of Safety is failing to follow through on a $1.6 million campaign for safe gun storage in vehicles, despite a major increase in weapon thefts from cars and trucks, lawmakers say. Lawmakers approved the funding in an August 2023 special session on public safety for a firearms public awareness drive that was supposed […] The post Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Neo-Nazi group demonstrates on Tennessee overpass
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A neo-Nazi group demonstrated on an overpass overlooking Interstate 65 on Monday afternoon. The group identified themselves as the Goyim Defense League, which, according to the Anti-Defamation League is, “...is a loose network of individuals connected by their virulent antisemitism.”. An officer with the Metro...
Oversized load to move through East Tennessee this week
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A third oversized load will be on the move in East Tennessee this week, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. TDOT’s Mark Nagi said there will be rolling road blocks for the oversized load on Wednesday as it works its way from Knoxville to Kingsport.
It's time for the Weather Radio Event with Elder's Ace Hardware and the Tennessee Aquarium
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Weather Radios are extremely important to have, especially in the event of severe weather. Our region has a fair share of extreme weather, and staying informed is the first line of defense when it comes to keeping you and your family safe. For the Weather Radio...
Federal agency tells company to overhaul safety measures after Chattanooga hazmat spills
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Nearly a year after several high-profile hazardous materials spill incidents that disrupted traffic and in some cases forced evacuations, the company involve has now changed how they secure their loads. That's at the direction of a federal oversight agency. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)...
SmartBank Recap: Chattanooga Bested by Charlotte in Back and Forth Affair
The Chattanooga Red Wolves returned to CHI Memorial Stadium to face Charlotte Independence on Tuesday night. The team previously competed in Charlotte in the beginning of the season; the match resulted in a 4-2 win for Charlotte. Coming off back-to-back home wins the Red Wolves looked to secure a third win in a row at home.
East Ridge Police Department caution online shoppers about package theft
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) — Amazon Prime Day is here and online shoppers are ready to fill up their cart promising huge discounts and deals there is something for everyone. With online activity spiking this week the East ridge police department wants to warn shoppers to proceed with caution. “Today...
Body of missing Soddy-Daisy woman found Wednesday
SODDY DAISY, Tenn. — UPDATE:. The body of a missing Soddy-Daisy woman was found Wednesday, police say. The body was found on Barbee Road. Soddy-Daisy Police Chief Petty says no foul play is suspected. EARLIER:. Police are searching for a woman missing out of Soddy-Daisy, according to a Facebook...
First Costs: Cookeville Fire Stations High
Soil samples returned positive, Cookeville officials prepared to purchase land along North Washington Avenue for the construction of a new Fire Station 2. City Manager James Mills said the bigger concern now, the first cost estimates to build both stations two and three. The city had hoped that building the two at the same time might result in savings.
Multiple agencies on manhunt for vehicular homicide suspect in East Ridge Wednesday
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. — UPDATE:. THP has identified the vehicular homicide suspect they are searching for as Ulises Raigoza Martinez. Ulises is currently on foot and may be armed, according to THP. They say law enforcement agencies are searching for him in the East Ridge/Brainerd area near Camp Jordan...
A new chance to survive: 'Baby box' dropoff coming to East Ridge to prevent newborn deaths
EAST RIDGE, Tenn. — It's the first of its kind in our viewing area, and may be available for new mothers by the end of this summer. The East Ridge Fire Department is getting a Safe Haven Baby Box. This 'box' aims to prevent new mothers who don't want...
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