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Dickson County Fair Ruturns August 29
The Dickson County Fair has become a fun event for families and a means to educate the public about agriculture and how food is brought to market. This year, the fair offers carnival rides, livestock shows, pageants, food, a demolition derby, a jump and run, a truck pull, and lots of vendors.
Trash Pandas hosting ‘Friends’ Night with themed jersey auction
MADISON — The Rocket City Trash Pandas will be paying homage Friday to “Friends”, the smash hit sitcom that aired for a decade, by sporting themed jerseys celebrating the show when they take on the Chattanooga Lookouts. The team will also be hosting a jersey auction, featuring...
SARAH TRAHERN HONORED WITH BOB KINGSLEY LIVING LEGEND AWARD
Nashville, Tennessee – (July 23 2024) – As one of Nashville’s leading figures in entertainment, Sarah Trahern was honored last night with the Bob Kingsley Living Legend Award. Sarah is an advocate for country music and for all those who are part of it. Her efforts on behalf of a genre she loves extend far beyond Music Row – her role as CEO of the Country Music Association has allowed Sarah to represent all of the industry on a national and a global level. The event was held at the Opry House and benefits the Grand Ole Opry Trust Fund.
Bellevue homeowners fear new development will disrupt ecosystem, large birds’ nest
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Whether bald eagle or osprey, homeowners in Bellevue are worried the development of a new apartment complex will disrupt large birds who’ve built a nest on a nearby light pole. The Ariza Bellevue project, developed by Cypressbrook Company, would build a 417-unit apartment complex on...
Luxury RV and tiny home lots on Hiwassee River
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Hiwassee Island Luxury RV Resort offers the opportunity to own a RV or tiny home lot on the river. Billy Thomas was on the show today talking more about the land he is developing for your RV or tiny home along the Hiwassee River!. Find your...
Nashville's Honky Tonk Tuesdays leaving longtime home at American Legion
An East Nashville staple event is moving a bit further east. Nearly a decade after setting up shop at Inglewood's American Legion Post 82 in August 2015, Brendan Malone and Kevin Martin's critically acclaimed and locally beloved Honky Tonk Tuesday Nights event is moving to Eastside Bowl on Aug. 6, 2024. A press statement...
Netflix announces documentary about the murder of Steve McNair
Steve McNair is arguably the most beloved player in Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans history, so when Netflix announced it was doing a documentary on his 2009 murder, many took notice.The streaming service announced that “The Murder of Air McNair” would be dropping on Aug. 20 as part of its “Untold” series.“Capturing the Titans’ 2000 Super Bowl run and unanswered questions surrounding McNair's 2009 murder,” the show’s description read, via the official Netflix X account.McNair is one of the more decorated players in Titans/Oilers franchise history. A three-time Pro Bowler and co-MVP of the 2003 season along with Hall of Famer Peyton Manning,...
River City Company Opens Request For Qualifications For District Banners
In 2023, River City Company announced a new program for community artists to assist with the redesign of the downtown banners across their districts. Over 50 artists have applied for the call for the Southside, Riverfront and Northshore Districts. Today, River City Company is announcing the call for artists to...
Tiny’s Demolition & Recycling names executive VP
Tiny’s Demolition & Recycling (Tiny’s D&R) in the United States has appointed a new executive vice president (EVP), as part of its growth and innovation strategy. The contractor, which is based in Nashville, Tennessee, and has been in operation for more than 25 years, promoted Aaron Denton to the role of EVP.
A Double Bill Of Local Soul, Funk And R&B At Nightfall This Friday
A double bill of local talent is in store for this Friday’s July 26th Nightfall show, Chattanooga’s longest-running free summer concert series with opening act Prince T followed by the 11-piece Off The T.O.P Band. Prince T has made a big impact as a gifted Chattanooga musician, with...
'Monumental': Franklin stem cell therapy shows promise in autistic children
Tennessee (WZTV) — A remarkable new therapy for autism is yielding results that feel like a miracle. Two Tennessee families have actually witnessed their children doing things they have never done before, like actually speaking for the first time. Stem cell therapy is best known for fixing knees and...
NFL demands upgrades at Nissan Stadium amid $2.1 billion Titans project
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — While workers are busy on the Titans new $2.1 billion stadium, the NFL wants upgrades at the current Nissan Stadium before the season starts. The Titans CFO, Shannon Myers, says there's about $80,000 worth of investments into the current Nissan Stadium that need to be made before the first preseason game on August 10.
All safe after acid leak, battery fire force evacuations at Chattanooga business Monday
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — An acid leak and battery fire forced workers at a Chattanooga business to evacuate late Monday night. Firefighters got the situation under control soon after, and no one was hurt. According to the Chattanooga Fire Department, a forklift overturned, causing the battery to leak acid and...
Chattanooga Police Department To Host Drug Awareness Seminar For Parents
The Chattanooga Police Department is pleased to announce an upcoming Drug Awareness Seminar tailored for parents and caretakers in the community. The seminar will be held on August 6th from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Family Justice Center at 5705 Uptain Road. This informative event aims to equip parents...
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...
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