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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...
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...
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.
City of Manchester Planning Commission votes to change code for political signs
At the July 15, 2024 Manchester Planning Commission meeting, the panel voted unanimously to amend the Manchester Municipal Code 14-516 regarding political signs. Manchester City Codes Director Brittany Fiske stated that it was brought to her attention that the current city ordinance is not in compliance with Tennessee Code Annotated. The current ordinance provides:
La Vergne Man Wins $1,000 a Week for Life in Cash 4 Life Drawing
July 22, 2024 – A change to what had become a “morning coffee routine” led to a very lucky happenstance for a La Vergne man, who won $1,000 a week for life playing the Tennessee Education Lottery’s Cash 4 Life drawing-style game. “The store where I...
Give-aways & Specials! Guns & Leather Celebrate 25th Anniversary (Aug. 2nd-3rd)
GREENBRIER TENNESSEE: (Smokey Barn News) – For a quarter century Guns and Leather in Greenbrier has been an integral part of Robertson County, offering not just firearms, but a range of services including firearm safety education and training. Established in 1999 by Dennis and Bee Williams, the store has become a well-known and respected business in the area.
Bill and Crissy Haslam Foundation establishes endowed professorship of faith and reason at Lipscomb University
New professorship will bring national profile and expertise to campus. Lipscomb University announced today the establishment of the Bill and Crissy Haslam Endowed Distinguished Visiting Professor of Faith and Reason, thanks to a generous gift from the Bill and Crissy Haslam Foundation. This new professorship is a testament to the legacy of former Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and his wife, Crissy, recognizing their influential leadership shaped by faith and reason.
Friends of Warner Parks voices concern regarding Cheekwood
Already facing a lawsuit from a nonprofit entity associated with the Swan Ball and related to control of the annual gala, Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art officials are also dealing with concerns from Friends of Warner Parks involving the nonprofit’s parking arrangement with the Metro Parks and Recreation Department.
Hate group caught on camera calling group of children racial slurs enrages parents; NAACP calls for nonviolent response
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A video circulating on social media has parents enraged. The video shows a hate group calling a group of children a variety of racial slurs. Jonathan Williamson, president of the NAACP Nashville chapter spoke with WSMV4 about the incident. “At this point when children are involved...
Four indicted in apparent drug smuggling case at Nashville jail
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A months long investigation led to the arrest of four individuals who are accused of smuggling drugs into a Metro jail. A woman and three current inmates have been indicted on felony meth and fentanyl charges, Metro Police report. Devin Popejoy, 28, is accused of...
Inside Tennessee Titans' medical prep for 'Damar Hamlin situation' they hope to never use
The rhythmic stomp of two dozen athletic trainers and medical personnel hustling across a turf field displaced the stark silence. A football player lay flat on the turf, motionless, his upper body obscured by the semi-circle of experts jumping to his aid. Suddenly, his once-limp legs — the only part of his body visible from the sideline — begin convulsing, spasming for a solid five seconds. This was the scene at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park on...
Jack adds new Twice Barreled Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey to its limited edition Distillery Series
LYNCHBURG — It’s par of the distillery’s popular Distillery Series and it can only be purchased in Lynchburg and other spots in Tennessee. This past week The Jack Daniel Distillery introduced Distillery Series Selection #13 – a Tennessee Straight Rye Whiskey twice barreled in new, charred American white oak barrels. It is the latest in the distillery’s line of experimental and innovative whiskeys.
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