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Hall of Fame quarterback votes Tennessee football preseason No. 3
The 2024 college football season will kick off on Aug. 24 with Week 0. Tennessee will open play on Aug. 31 versus Chattanooga at Neyland Stadium (12:45 p.m. EDT). Ahead of the upcoming campaign kicking off, the 2024 preseason FWAA-NFF Super 16 Poll was released on Monday. Former Kansas State quarterback and College Football Hall of Fame inductee, Michael Bishop voted Tennessee No. 3. His entire ballot is listed below.
Collegedale man facing charges after child found dead in car Monday
COLLEGEDALE, Tenn. — UPDATE (Tuesday morning):. A police report provides a tragic timeline of inattentiveness and miscommunication that led to the infant girl's death. Read more here. UPDATE (Monday night):. A Collegedale man is facing charges after a child was found dead in a car Monday, police say. Collegedale...
‘We’ve made it very clear’ | Knox County sheriff vows to crack down on school threats
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT)—One week into Knox County’s 2024-2025 school year, Sheriff Tom Spangler is reinforcing just how seriously his office is taking school security. False calls are among Spangler’s top concerns. The Knox County sheriff said his agency responded to 117 threats last year, making 41 arrests. The Knoxville Police Department’s story is similar; officers responded to 63 threats last year at 30 schools across the district.
KPD: Wreck closes Oak Ridge Highway near Schaad Road
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knoxville Police Department said a wreck closed Oak Ridge Highway near Schaad Road on Monday afternoon. The Tennessee Highway Patrol is working the wreck, according to KPD. The public is asked to avoid the area and seek alternate routes if possible. This story is ongoing...
Jake Merklinger: Freshman QB Thrives Early in Tennessee’s Offense
Freshman quarterback Jake Merklinger credits his early arrival at. , which allowed him to participate in spring practices, for his growing understanding of the Vols' fast-paced offense. He demonstrated his skill during the spring game, completing 5-of-7 passes for over 100 yards and a touchdown while adding a rushing score. Merklinger has also focused on gaining weight, increasing from 193 to 216 pounds, to better endure the rigors of SEC football. His competitive spirit and relationships with teammates, particularly starter Nico Iamaleava and senior Gaston Moore, are helping him transition effectively. As he prepares for the season opener against Chattanooga on August 31, Merklinger aims to challenge for playing time despite being a freshman.
Meet the Memphis area top high school boys and girls golfers for the 2024 TSSAA season
With the Tennessee high school golf season underway, here's a look at Memphis area boys and girls golfers to watch in the 2024 TSSAA season. Memphis area boys golfers to watch Brandon Clark, Arlington, Sr.: Clark is one of several upperclassmen aiming to get the Tigers back to the Class AA state tournament. ...
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