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LCADD receives Opioid Abatement funds
The Lake Cumberland Area Development District recently received more than $277,000 in grant funding by the Kentucky Opioid Abatement Advisory Commission. The district is headquartered in Russell Springs, and serves residents of Russell, Adair, Casey, Clinton, Cumberland, Green, McCreary, Pulaski, Taylor, and Wayne counties. The district plans to use the...
Kid Rock’s House in Whites Creek, Nashville
Kid Rock’s home in Whites Creek is no ordinary residence. This grand estate, modeled after the White House, stands as a testament to his flamboyant personality and unique style. Kid Rock, known for his hits like “American Badass” and “Bawitdaba,” has created a haven that blends luxury with eccentricity....
Shelter taking applications for dogs rescued from Greene County home
GREENE COUNTY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Last week, authorities found 31 animals living in a small mobile home, with the inside covered in feces and urine. One puppy ended up dying and the house has since been condemned. The homeowner is facing charges. We're now learning more about the condition...
Bartlett company's eclipse glasses in running for 'Coolest Thing Made in TN': How to vote
A Bartlett-based company's eclipse glasses are in the running to be named the "Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee." American Paper Optics' glasses — worn by millions during April's eclipse — have advanced to the final four of the inaugural statewide "Coolest Thing" contest. The Tennessee Chamber and Tennessee Manufacturers Association, in partnership with the University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services, Chattanooga Regional Manufacturers Association and Smart Factory Institute Tennessee, launched the lighthearted competition, according to a news release.
WHITECHAPEL, SANGUISUGABOGG, PEELING FLESH & GATES TO HELL Announce Three Christmas Shows
Whitechapel has announced three Christmas shows throughout Tennessee for this December (obviously) featuring Sanguisugabogg, Peeling Flesh, and Gates To Hell as the openers. "We are excited to announce we will be expanding our Christmas shows this year by adding a date in Chattanooga and Nashville for a Tennessee Takeover this holiday season," said Whitechapel of the shows.
Leadership Middle Tennessee Celebrates Class of 2024 Commencement
Leadership Middle Tennessee (LMT) celebrated the commencement of their Class of 2024 on Tuesday, June 18th at the Adventure Science Center. The celebration was the culmination of an 11-month program where class members attended a session each month in one of 10 Middle Tennessee counties to gain a greater understanding of critical issues in the region, learning through interactive presentations, facilitated dialogue, behind-the scenes visits, and experiential adventures.
New networking platform aims to fill manufacturing jobs
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Positions in major companies are filling up thanks to the work of a graduate from the University of Tennessee. Simba Jonga is the CEO and founder of Laborup, a first-of-its-kind platform that operates like LinkedIn or Indeed. The difference, however, is that Laborup focuses on manufacturing.
Tennessee football fans react to early release of 'EA Sports College Football 25' video game
For the first time in more than 4,000 days, college football fans are able to watch their favorite teams play — virtually, that is. The newest edition of "EA Sports College Football 25" is gracing the realm of console gaming, coming more than 10 years after the previous release of the series, "NCAA Football 14."
Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign
Tennessee’s Department of Safety is failing to follow through on a $1.6 million campaign for safe gun storage in vehicles, despite a major increase in weapon thefts from cars and trucks, lawmakers say. Lawmakers approved the funding in an August 2023 special session on public safety for a firearms public awareness drive that was supposed […] The post Tennessee reps irked by state’s failure on gun safe storage campaign appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
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