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Surprise! Former UFC champ returns to the mat, secures Hail Mary overtime win | Highlights
Aljamain Sterling scored a thrilling points win in overtime over Jay-Jay Wilson at Karate Combat’s Pit Submission Series 7 last night (Thurs., July 25, 2024) in Nashville. It was a close match for “Funkmaster” despite a dominant performance. Wilson seemed content to stall UFC’s former Bantamweight champion for a decision win (dominant position). But, at the last moment in overtime, Sterling broke free of Wilson’s closed guard, hit mount, then took Wilson’s back, earning the victory.
Depot Galleria to host grand opening
Depot Galleria will host its grand opening August 7. The Cookeville–Putnam County Chamber of Commerce will be on hand for the festivities. “Come celebrate the grand opening of Depot Galleria,” said the Chamber. “Situated across from the train depot in Cookeville’s Historic Westside, this newly renovated venue offers four stunning commercial rental suites.”
The week in politics: Key voucher ally calls Gov. Lee's school choice plan 'terrible'
Editor's note: This story has been updated to correct a headline about a group endorsing U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Columbia. A key voucher supporter in the Tennessee House called Gov. Bill Lee's education scholarship proposal "terrible" at a Maury County candidate forum, telling an audience that Lee's "wide open" proposal could have plunged...
Visitors to Tennessee spend whopping $30B in 2023
Tourism to the state of Tennessee continues to reach unprecedented levels, from Graceland to Dollywood and Music City in between. In 2023, direct visitor spending totaled a record-breaking $30.6 billion, according to newly-released data from the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. Last year's spending was up 6.2% from the year prior. An estimated...
MPD Announces Retirement of Veteran Police Officer Shondale Clark
Murfreesboro Police Department (MPD) Chief Michael Bowen announces the retirement of Officer Shondale Clark after nearly four decades of dedicated service. Clark began his career with MPD as a patrol officer in September 1988. Over his 36-year law enforcement career, he served as a Parks officer, Field Training Officer (FTO), and was member of both the interview board, and employee review board.
Eighth & Main reopens at former Big Shake's with new menu, burgers, old favorites and more
When Big Shake's Hot Nashville Chicken announced it would be closing its franchise earlier this year, it came as a great disappointment for many Nashville Hot Chicken fanatics. At Columbia's downtown location at 822 S. Main St., which first opened in late 2021, co-owners Belinda Corken and Amy McGee were faced with two...
Officers Successfully Identify Suspect in 4-Car Hit-and-Run Injury Crash
7/29/24 1:00 p.m. Update: 21-year-old convicted felon Donte Bell, Jr. of Nashville was apprehended and booked into the Wilson County Jail moments ago. Mt. Juliet, Tenn. – Following a four-car hit-and-run injury crash on Friday afternoon, officers successfully identified the driver responsible and obtained warrants for his arrest. At...
Smyrna Airport Director John Black announces retirement: 'I am truly grateful'
Long-time Smyrna Airport Executive Director John Black announced he'll be retiring by the end of 2024, according to a press release. “I am truly grateful to have had the incredible opportunity to be part of the growth and development of one of Rutherford County's greatest assets,” Black said in the press release from the Smyrna/Rutherford County Airport Authority. “We have accomplished so much with an amazing team, and the airport is set for a bright future ahead.” ...
Tennessee Weather Alert: Heavy Downpours, Localized Flooding Expected Sunday
Nashville, TN – Tennessee residents should prepare for a dramatic shift in weather as heavy downpours and potential flooding are expected on Sunday. The National Weather Service in Nashville forecasts very heavy rain throughout the day, posing a significant flood risk for low-lying areas and those with poor drainage.
Church Music Program Developing Skills In Kids
Cookeville First United Methodist Church ready for the fall launch of its early music program designed to help develop fundamental skills in children. The program is a year-round program that the church has done for years. Coordinator of Worship at Cookeville First United Methodist Church Kathy Evans said the program uses more than just musical instruments as they use scarves and parachutes. Evans said the program allows children to learn and have fun doing it.
Tax-free weekend is back in Tennessee: here’s a list of exempt items
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) – Tax-free weekend is back in Tennessee, and traditional sales tax on back-to-school items like clothes, computers and other supplies are exempt. The tax-free weekend starts at 12:01 a.m. on Friday and ends at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday. Items sold in-store and online are eligible, but restrictions do apply. Below is […]
‘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...
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