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Big Support Shown for “Battle of the Badges” Softball Game
A big crowd gathered at Elam Stadium on Saturday night to support the “Battle of the Badges” softball game fundraiser. The Union City Police Department and the Obion County Sheriffs Office played at Elam Stadium to benefit the annual Christmas season “Shop With a Cop” program.
Tennessee Weather: Wet Sunday and Triple-Digit Heat Index
Nashville, TN – Tennessee is set to experience a wet Sunday with widespread scattered showers and thunderstorms, potentially causing localized flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Highs will range from the mid-70s to mid-80s, with an 80-90% chance of precipitation. According to the US National Weather Service in...
Sean Christopher Williams Convicted of Escape, Faces Up to 5 Years After Tennessee Jury Verdict
Sean Christopher Williams will have to steadily face Justice after being convicted of escape by a federal jury in Greeneville, Tenn. The verdict, which concluded a tense four-day trial, was announced by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee. Following the decision on July 26th, as reported by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Williams now faces up to five years imprisonment with sentencing scheduled for November 18. The manhunt history behind this case unspools across state lines, culminating in Williams' apprehension in Florida after he audaciously managed to swiftly escape from custody during a transport to the courthouse in October 2023.
‘Farmer Wants A Wife’ Couple Hits Major Milestone
Farmer Mitchell Kolinsky and Sydney Errera’s time on Farmer Wants A Wife ended in love. And since then, the couple hit a huge milestone. Since the cameras stopped, the couple can be found posting gratuitously on social media of their time together. Kolinsky lives on a farm in East...
Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame inducts 9 New Honorees
Murfreesboro, TN - After a year elsewhere, the Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame has moved back to the Heart of Tennessee at the Embassy Suites and Convention Center. Murfreesboro welcomes this prestigious group back as they honor some of the Volunteer State's current and past broadcasters. The 2024 Career Class...
Man Arrested for Murder of 18-Year-Old Girlfriend in Tennessee
The man suspected of murdering his 18-year-old girlfriend has been arrested in Tennessee. On Wednesday, July 24, the Knoxville Police Department (KPD) announced the arrest of 20-year-old Juan Carlos Diaz Perez via a press release. Diaz Perez was previously wanted in connection with the death of his girlfriend, Suceli Perez,...
Hayward helps Vols jump back into top 10 in team recruiting rankings
Football again made a move in the 247Sports Composite team recruiting rankings for the 2025 class Saturday after landing another of its top defensive targets. The Vols jumped back into the top 10 after four-star safety Lagonza Hayward of Toombs County High School in Lyons, Ga., announced his commitment to Tennessee, picking the Vols over Florida and Georgia.
George McDonald Named 2024 Tennessee Farmer of the Year
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — If you have eaten a watermelon from Kroger or purchased Chattanooga Whiskey, there is a good chance you have already experienced some of what one Tennessee farm, Catesa Farms, has to offer. George McDonald, owner and operator of that exceptional farm, has been named as the 2024 Tennessee Farmer of the Year.
Spending in Lundberg-Harshbarger race nears $2 million as Election Day approaches
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — With early voting winding down and Election Day looming, spending in the Tennessee Senate District 4 Republican primary race between Sen. Jon Lundberg and Bobby Harshbarger has nearly reached $2 million. While the latest campaign finance reports show the two candidates have spent a combined $819,497 since mid-January, the lion’s share […]
Thursday is our primary election
Good morning! Welcome to Your Week, our subscriber-exclusive newsletter where each Sunday we feature some of our best stories about Nashville and beyond. I am politics and investigations editor Duane Gang. 🗳️ Thursday is election day in Tennessee where we hold our state and federal primaries and a number of county and municipal general elections. Early voting...
Tennessee seeks state Capitol Christmas tree and ornaments
The Tennessee Department of General Services and the Governor’s Office are calling on Tennesseans to help find the perfect Christmas tree for the State Capitol and to contribute ornaments for its decoration. “Each year, Maria and I look forward to continuing the Tennessee tradition of generosity throughout the holiday season,” said Gov. Bill Lee. “As […] The post Tennessee seeks state Capitol Christmas tree and ornaments appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
US Environmental Protection Agency Awards Millions for Hempcrete Development
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded a grant of approximately $6.2 million to the Nashville-based nonprofit Hemp Building Institute. The grant will support the development of hempcrete, a sustainable building material made from hemp. This funding is part of the EPA’s broader $160 million initiative to promote environmentally friendly technologies across various industries.
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