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Tennessee answers 89% of 988 calls in-state, advocates say more investments needed
"To the state's credit, they have put their money where their mouth is in a big way and have added more funding for mental health crisis services. There can be a lot more investments to really make things better for folks," Elliot Pinsly, president and CEO of the Behavioral Health Foundation said.
$21M In Outdoor Recreation Grants Awarded; Trenton Receives $553,000
NASHVILLE – The state’s Office of Outdoor Recreation today announced $21,017,000 in grants from the Local Parks and Recreation Fund (LPRF) for 27 communities across the state. The office is housed in the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC). The city of Trenton received $553,000 for improvements to Shady Acres Park.
Tennessee estate built for country music star Kenny Chesney up for auction
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Middle Tennessee estate built for country music star Kenny Chesney is going up for auction on Monday. Luxury real estate auction marketplace Interluxe Auctions will hold the sale on Monday, August 19 via their online auction portal. The home, located in Brentwood, boasts five bedrooms, six bathrooms, two half baths, floor-to-ceiling windows to take in the gorgeous views, a gourmet kitchen, movie theater, golf simulator, tennis court, 12-person Jacuzzi, and much more.
Millions of campaign dollars aimed at tilting school voucher battle are flowing into state races
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Millions of dollars are being spent this year to steer voters toward candidates for Republican-led Legislatures who not only support school vouchers, but will become key figures in implementing school choice programs in states across the U.S. Most recently, national pro-voucher advocates declared victory after...
Yes, you could see the Northern Lights from East Tennessee — and if we're lucky we might be able to see them again!
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — East Tennessee had a very rare double feature in the skies Sunday night into early Monday morning. During the peak of the Perseids meteor shower overnight, some stargazers noticed the sky had a slightly faint tint to it. As it turned out, an unexpectedly powerful solar storm was going on at the same time.
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.
University of Tennessee majorettes have been dazzling Vols fans for almost 90 years
It's almost football time in Tennessee, and that means Saturdays are soon to be spent decked out in orange. There's one orange-clad group that's brought the game day spirit year after year with its members' enthusiastic dancing, marching and twirling across the field - the University of Tennessee's majorettes. The team has existed...
Amazon hoping to open East Knoxville facility ahead of 2024 holiday season
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Amazon has announced it hopes to have its second facility in East Tennessee up and running by the end of the year. Amazon announced it would open a distribution site in East Knoxville on the former site of East Towne Mall in 2021 with plans to open in 2022.
Knoxville police investigating after man found dead along Chapman Highway
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - An investigation is underway after the Knoxville Police Department said a man was found dead Tuesday afternoon. KPD said officers responded to a business in the 3300 block of Chapman Highway at around 3:15 p.m. on Tuesday and found an adult man who was “slumped over the rear of his truck.”
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...
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