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Tennessee announces hiring of Kristen Golightly
Tennessee announced the hiring of assistant women’s golf coach Kristen Golightly. “I am thrilled to add Kristen to our staff this season,” Tennessee head coach Diana Cantu said. “Her personality, work ethic, and determination are going to be huge for our program. “She has excelled in working...
$2 million Powerball ticket sold at grocery store in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Tennessee Lottery said on Sunday a $2 million Powerball ticket was sold at a grocery store in Knoxville. Lottery officials said the Powerball ticket, which matched five of the six numbers drawn with the Power Play option on Saturday, was sold at Publix, located off Pellissippi Parkway in the Northshore Town Center.
Roan Mountain State Park to host Kids Nature Exploration Adventure this weekend
Chloe Campbell and Ken Turner stopped by the Daytime studio to get us ready for Kids Nature Exploration events taking place at Roan Mountain State Park this Friday & Saturday! Please click on and watch the video to discover more about this fun event for students coming up this weekend!
Knoxville and Surrounding Areas Braced for a Week of Storms and Showers, NWS Advises Vigilance
Residents in Knoxville and its surrounding areas should be prepared to keep their umbrellas close. According to the National Weather Service, there's a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 4 pm today, with mostly cloudy conditions and high temperatures around 87 degrees Fahrenheit. The humidity, steadily high...
Christian Moore signs underslot deal with Los Angeles Angels
Former star second baseman Christian Moore agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Angels on Friday for a signing bonus worth $4,997,500. Moore's deal is underslot, as the pick had a recommended value of $6,502,800. It allows the Angels to use that saved money elsewhere on other players to sign them for above their recommended slot value.
Elite Pennsylvania prospect added to Penn State’s Lasch Bash visitor list
Penn State has added another elite up-and-coming prospect to its list of expected visitors this upcoming Friday, July 26, as Coatesville offensive lineman Maxwell Hiller confirmed via social media Sunday evening that he plans to return to Happy Valley for the Lasch Bash. Already checking in at 6-foot-5, 290 pounds, Hiller is just now entering […] The post Elite Pennsylvania prospect added to Penn State’s Lasch Bash visitor list appeared first on On3.
What Was A Tennessee Vice Mayor’s House Vandalized With?
What was a Tennessee Vice Mayor’s house vandalized with? Well, I’ve never heard of anyone using this to mess with people’s home!. If you’re in politics, you’re probably no stranger to having people mess with you. They might throw things at you, they might mess with your vehicle, or it could be your home. Unfortunately, we’ve seen it all. However, this latest story is a bit different because of what was used to vandalize this Vice Mayor’s house. Learn more below!
PHOTO GALLERY: Stingrays outgun Flying Fish
ROGERSVILLE — The Church Hill Stingrays strolled into Rogersville on Thursday, July 18, and swam away with a clean sweep of the Rogersville Flying Fish in the second Hawkins County battle of the summer. The Stingrays picked up wins in both the girls (311-216) and boys (263-257) competition to take a 574-473 victory over the Flying Fish in the combined team scores. “I don’t always keep score during these meets,...
JCFD to host child safety seat checkpoint
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Johnson City Fire Department (JCFD) will host a child safety seat check on Thursday. Certified car seat technicians with the department will install and inspect child safety seats at the event. “Statistics show a majority of child safety seats are installed incorrectly,” JCFD Chief David Bell said in a […]
Wanted Tennessee man arrested in Logan County
RUSSELLVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - A man wanted out of Tennessee was arrested in Logan County on Friday evening following a high-speed chase and a foot pursuit. Around 5 p.m. Friday, the Logan County Sheriff’s Office located a vehicle matching the description of one used in an alleged prior shoplifting at Farmer’s Home Furniture in Russellville, according to a citation obtained by WBKO.
How TN Republican primary races are pushing the party further to the right on key issues
As Republicans nationwide consider their future, deep-red Tennessee's dominant political party is creeping further to the right as primary candidates seek to bolster their conservative credentials on key issues ahead of the Aug. 1 primary. With a GOP supermajority in the state legislature, many races are determined in primary contests. During campaigns this year, both incumbents and newcomers alike have taken staunchly conservative views on issues such as state-paid school lunches, arming teachers, taxpayer-funded school vouchers,...
Tennessee basketball to host five-star guard on official visit
2025 five-star guard Darius Adams will take an official visit to. in September, Adams told 247Sports national basketball recruiting analyst Dushawn London. Adams will visit the weekend of Sept. 13, which is the weekend UT's football team is hosting Kent State. Adams will also take visits to NC State (9/6),...
Toe River Crafts 50th Anniversary Reception at Yancey Library
The public is invited to a reception on Friday, July 26, from 3-5 p.m. in the Herring-Kivette Gallery at the library to celebrate this exhibit and Toe River Craft’s 50th Anniversary. The members wanted to share some memories and work with local residents through an exhibit at the Yancey...
Week-Long Rainfall Forecast for Tennessee: Prepare for Wet Days
Nashville, TN – A rainy week lies ahead for Tennessee, with showers and thunderstorms expected throughout the next seven days. Residents should prepare for wet conditions as the forecast predicts significant rainfall across the region. According to the US National Weather Service in Nashville, rain chances are high, with...
For Tennessee Sports Hall of Famer, Vols baseball's Chris Burke, it'll always be 'Rocky Top'
Former Tennessee baseball star Chris Burke was one of the names who headlined the 2024 class of Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame inductees. The University of Tennessee — more importantly, the entire state — changed his life through his athletic career and ultimately propelled him to fulfilling his dream of playing professional baseball. He was drafted by the Houston Astros in 2001 and also played for the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres. ...
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