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10Listens: Roane Co. volunteer fire departments can still respond to calls despite insurance issues
ROANE COUNTY, Tenn. — Volunteer firefighters in Roane County can continue responding to calls for service, even though concerns swirled recently about possible insurance issues in the county. The county said it self-insures worker's compensation claims up to $450,000. For claims exceeding that amount, insurance policies kick in to...
Baxter Fire Faces Unusual Problem
The Baxter Fire Department has found itself dealing with the unusual problem of having an influx of volunteer firefighter applications. Baxter Fire Chief Matt White said the department started receiving an increase in volunteer applications around five months ago. White said the increase came after the department focused on community outreach.
Vote for top DL in Jackson area entering 2024 Tennessee high school football season
Who is the Jackson-area's best wide receiver entering the 2024 Tennessee high school football season? The Jackson Sun sought to find out with its definitive ranking of the 10 best DL in the area. Now it's your turn to vote. Make your selection of the area's best DL and be sure to read all of our...
Athens child left in hot car dies, father facing reckless homicide charge
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. (WATE) — An Athens, Tennessee father is facing multiple charges including reckless homicide after his young daughter was left in a hot car in Hamilton County for hours on Monday, according to court records. An affidavit of complaint explains that Collegedale Police Chief Jack Sapp pulled over an SUV on College Drive East […]
Educators weigh in on law allowing teachers to carry firearms
GREENE COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Shortly before Gov. Bill Lee signed legislation allowing teachers who meet certain qualifications to carry a firearm at school, News Channel 11 spoke to South Greene Middle School teacher Joshua Arrowwood who is in favor of the law. “I am because if something happened, you know, and we all hope nothing does […]
Tennessee Tech Recognized by FirstGen Forward for Commitment to First-generation Student Success
Tennessee Tech University was recognized for its dedication to first-generation student success as one of eighty new members of the FirstGen Forward Network for 2024-2025. Universities selected for membership in the FirstGen Forward Network must demonstrate a clear commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation college students. As of fall 2023, roughly 20 percent of Tech students are the first in their family to attend college.
Search underway for possibly armed man wanted on slew of charges in Tennessee
WAVERLY, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Humphreys County Sheriff’s Office has put out a BOLO for a man wanted on a slew of charges who may be armed. The sheriff’s office said James Eric Warden is wanted and was last seen on Monday at about 8 p.m. driving a grey 2012 Chevy Impala with a trailer hooked up to it.
The Aging Process: MTSU’s Fermentation Science program plays a crucial role in Tennessee’s burgeoning distilling industry
The Tennessee Whiskey Trail stretches from Memphis to Bristol, with 39 tasting rooms along the way. Each distillery has its own spirits and story to share. At any given stop, you might learn how a fabled whiskey survived Tennessee’s long prohibition, or how the state’s lush landscape provides the spring water or heirloom grain that makes what you’re sipping extra special.
Pickleball Kingdom Continues Expansion in Tennessee: New Clubs Coming to Chattanooga and Memphis
Pickleball Kingdom, known for its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to fostering a community environment, has rapidly become the premier indoor pickleball brand globally
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