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One year after all-time low, number of economically distressed counties in Tennessee rises
After nearly half a decade of positive results, several indicators suggest Tennessee’s economy is slowing — not into recession territory, but showing weaker performance than in the past. The number of economically distressed and at-risk counties in Tennessee increased from 35 in June 2023 to 40 this year, according to information released by the state’s […]
Local organization recruiting foster parents to meet constant need
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — There are thousands of kids in foster care here in Tennessee and not nearly enough homes for them to go to. One organization is working to recruit more potential foster parents. It's starting a series of classes this month to help make that process easier. Tennessee...
Byrdstown Experiencing Brown-Tint In Water
Water Treatment Plant Superintendent Buster Harmon updated Byrdstown Aldermen updated on the problem Monday night. Harmon said the issue the result of iron spilling from the solution and into the water plant. “The state has already known about this,” Harmon said. “They called me the other day and said we...
Council Asked To Reconsider Street Closures
Cookeville City Council Member Eric Walker asked the council Monday to reconsider allowing special event public street closures with alcohol sales so long as businesses have a say-so. Council set to hear a second reading on the proposed ordinance Thursday night. As of now, outdoor events with alcohol on public...
Regions Bank customers had issues with bank cards Monday, company says fixed made
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — If you're a Regions Bank customer who had trouble with your bank card on Monday, you're not alone. But the company now says all issues are resolved. Several of our viewers have reached out, saying their debit cards are being declined as they attempt to make purchases or withdrawals.
Weather 8-14-15-2024 Warming up
Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Calm wind becoming northeast around 5 mph in the afternoon. Partly cloudy, with a low around 70. Northeast wind around 5 mph becoming calm in the evening. Thursday. Mostly sunny, with a high near 94. Heat index values as high as 97. South...
Tennessee dental practice under fire for social media video
A Tennessee dental practice recently apologized after a video was posted online allegedly showing staff members reading a patient's private journal out loud, NBC affiliate WBIR reported Aug. 12. The video, which appears to have been posted online by an employee, allegedly shows one employee at Premier Dental Group of...
Tennessee farmers embrace legislation to fight land loss during Farm Bureau President's Conference
From the flatlands of West Tennessee to the soaring hills of East Tennessee, one of the state's most precious resources, its farmland, or 10 million acres, is in danger of significantly dwindling if preservation measures are not taken, according to agriculture industry experts. During the 84th Annual Tennessee Farm Bureau President's Conference at...
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