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Tennessee baseball RHP Aaron Combs signs overslot deal with White Sox
Baseball right-handed pitcher Aaron Combs signed an overslot deal with the Chicago White Sox on Sunday for $250k after being selected No. 229 overall in the eighth round of the 2024 MLB Draft last Monday. Combs' deal is overslot, as the pick had a recommended value of $232,200. Combs was...
Tennessee baseball signee Lucas Ramirez signs with Angels
Baseball signee Lucas Ramirez — the son of MLB legend Manny Ramirez — has signed with the Los Angeles Angles for $150,000. GoVols247 reported on July 16 that Ramirez was expected to sign with the organization after being drafted in last week's 2024 MLB Draft with the 502nd overall pick in the 17th round.
Christian Moore signs underslot deal with Los Angeles Angels
Former star second baseman Christian Moore agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Angels on Friday for a signing bonus worth $4,997,500. Moore's deal is underslot, as the pick had a recommended value of $6,502,800. It allows the Angels to use that saved money elsewhere on other players to sign them for above their recommended slot value.
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. ...
Tennessee softball lands transfer Aubrey Barnhart, former Texas Tech, Alabama utility player
Aubrey Barnhart has committed to Tennessee softball, she announced Friday night, following former Texas Tech coach Craig Snider. Barnhart, who is from Pleasant View, Tennessee, wrote, "I’m coming HOME!" in her social media post. The 5-foot-8 utility player was at Alabama for two years before transferring to Texas Tech for the 2024 season.
Community groups encourage financial literacy on 7/20
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — United Way of Greater Knoxville, financial institutions, businesses and non-profit organizations hosted a free community event Saturday to encourage financial literacy. Financial Literacy 720 is a campaign that aims to help families and young professionals reach a 720 credit score. Credit Karma describes '720' as the...
Knox News voter's guide
Welcome to Your Week in Knoxville, emailed every Sunday only to subscribers, from Knox News editor Joel Christopher. A selection of our best pieces from this past week are featured at the bottom of this newsletter. I am out of the office this week spending time with family, but wanted to take a moment to remind you that early voting continues through July 27. Knox News has assembled a voter's guide to help you make your choices...
First 10 official state books recognized at reception
A reception was held recently in Loudon County to recognize the designation of Tennessee’s first 10 official state books. Speaking at the Public Library at Tellico Village on July 16, State Rep. Lowell Russell, R-Vonore, said he was proud to join his colleagues in the General Assembly to pass a bill naming the books earlier this year. “While there's been official state songs and state poems and state paintings, Tennessee...
Weather 7-22-23-2024 Stormy Forecast
Prepare for a wet and stormy week. Storms are not expected to be severe, but some could be quite strong. Just keep an eye on the weather all week. Showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 1pm. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 90. West southwest wind around 5 mph becoming north in the afternoon. Chance of precipitation is 70%. New rainfall amounts between a quarter and half of an inch possible.
Tennessee Gov. Lee and TNECD Commissioner McWhorter announced plans to travel to the United Kingdom for a strategic economic development trip
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the visit aims to bolster relationships with European businesses and attract investment from global companies to Tennessee, fostering continued economic growth and job creation. This trip will be Gov. Lee’s first visit to the UK and his third international recruitment mission...
Man involved in shooting of THP trooper taken into custody, efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects continue
Chattanooga, TN – According to the police officials, the search for the man who was reportedly involved in the in the shooting of Trooper Cothron, Braze Rucker, was arrested in Kentucky. Kentucky State Police troopers, utilizing handcuffs from Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Cothron, successfully took Rucker into custody. The...
Wanted Tennessee man arrested in Logan County
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - A man wanted out of Tennessee was arrested in Logan County on Friday evening following a high-speed chase and a foot pursuit. Around 5 p.m. Friday, the Logan County Sheriff’s Office located a vehicle matching the description of one used in an alleged prior shoplifting at Farmer’s Home Furniture in Russellville, according to a citation obtained by WBKO.
Contestants arrive for Miss Tennessee Volunteer week
JACKSON, Tenn. — This is the time to meet all 36 contestants competing for the title of Miss Tennessee Volunteer. During competition, the participants are judged in four categories: fitness, interview, evening gown, and talent. “I was just crowned, well, yesterday, and just being able to see everyone and...
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