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Tennessee had worst voter turnout in US during 2022 midterms, report finds
Less than 40% of registered voters in Tennessee cast a ballot during the 2022 midterm elections, which was the worst turnout in the country, according to data from the Nashville-based nonprofit think tank, ThinkTennessee.
2025 safety receives Tennessee crystal ball prediction
2025 four-star safety prospect Lagonza Hayward received a crystal ball prediction from 247Sports’ Tom Loy. Hayward narrowed his school list down to Tennessee and Georgia. He will announce his commitment on Aug. 7. Hayward officials visited Tennessee on June 21. The 6-foot-1, 200 pound safety is from Toombs County High School in Lyons, Georgia. Hayward ranks as the No. 94 overall prospect in the class of 2025. He also ranks as the No. 11 safety and No. 12 player in Georgia, according to 247Sports. Tennessee has 17 commitments in its 2025 recruiting class: Quarterback George MacIntyre, defensive lineman Ethan Utley, tight end Jack Vandorselaer, cornerback Dylan Lewis, running back Justin Baker, wide receiver Joakim Dodson, cornerback Tyler Redmond, safety Sidney Walton, wide receiver Radarious Jackson, offensive lineman Antoni Kade Ogumoro, edge Jayden Loftin, offensive lineman Nic Moore, defensive lineman Charles House, offensive lineman Douglas Utu, cornerback Tre Poteat, edge Mariyon Dye and wide receiver Travis Smith Jr. Tennessee is trending for 4-star SAF Lagonza Hayward, according to the On3 Recruiting Prediction Machine🍊📈 Read: https://t.co/IJMMS9q5dF pic.twitter.com/9yRFSSiFcO — On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) July 15, 2024
Morgan Wallen fans ask if star will ‘show up’ to upcoming Tennessee concert after singer canceled show last-minute
MORGAN Wallen's latest tour announcement has left fans confused after the country music singer was forced to postpone a series of shows. Morgan, 31, is currently performing across the US as part of his One Night At A Time tour. On Monday, the Whiskey Glasses singer returned to Instagram after...
Two states with Republican trifectas adopted new requirements for voter registration drives
Tennessee and Louisiana joined a group of six other states with Republican trifectas that have adopted laws related to voter registration drives or third-party assistance for voter registration applications since 2020. In Tennessee, Gov. Bill Lee (R) signed HB 1955 / SB 2586 on May 1, prohibiting the pre-filling of...
TN lawmakers express support for McGhee Tyson Air National Guard base
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee lawmakers have submitted a letter in support of McGhee Tyson Air National Guard Base to be an operating base for the U.S. Air Force’s KC-46 Pegasus. The KC-46A “is the first phase in recapitalizing the U.S. Air Force’s aging tanker fleet,” according to the Air Force. Tennessee U.S. Congress members, Sen. […]
Annual 4-H All Star Conference Ongoing At UT Martin
MARTIN, Tenn. – The annual Tennessee 4-H Roundup and State 4-H All Star Conference is beginning its second century of service to statewide youth this week at the University of Tennessee at Martin. Tennessee 4-H Youth Development is hosting the 101st roundup July 15-19. Since 1924, Tennessee 4-H members...
Daryl Blas assaults officer after telling them he planned to end his life
37-year-old Daryl Blas was reported as a suicidal individual at Senseney Dr at 1:17 a.m. on July 3rd. When officers arrived and spoke to Blas, he expressed that he was feeling suicidal and had a plan to end his life. The officers’ next course of action was to take Blas to the hospital for a mental evaluation. However, after a long conversation with Blas, he repeatedly stated that he was unwilling to go to the hospital. Officers attempted to put handcuffs on Blas, but he tensed up and pulled his arms away. After multiple attempts, officers took Blas to the ground and then handcuffed him. While Blas was being transported to a patrol car, he kneed an officer in the thigh and tried to do it again. Blas was then taken to booking, where he was charged with assault against a first responder and resisting arrest.
‘Whites Against Replacement’: Latest Hateful March In Nashville Amplified Racist Theory
White nationalists marched in Nashville for the second straight weekend, this time wearing shirts that read "Whites Against Replacement." The post ‘Whites Against Replacement’: Latest Hateful March In Nashville Amplified Racist Theory appeared first on NewsOne.
Phishing scam costs City of Memphis $773K
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The City of Memphis lost $773,000 in a phishing scam in 2022 that was not disclosed until this year. The scam allegedly took place in February 2022, when someone pretended to be Zellner Construction on an existing city contract where invoices were paid. A city spokesperson explained, “they changed the account details and wired […]
The Fate of the Green Bridge
The bridge that spans the Duck River in Old Stone Fort State Park is a popular photo backdrop and a uniquely Tennessee landmark. It was built by the Nashville Bridge Company 118 years ago, and is possibly the last such bridge still in existence. The state plans to remove and replace the bridge, citing safety concerns and millions of dollars in potential repair costs. A local preservation group has hired an independent analyst and has gotten repair estimates that are a fraction of the state’s numbers. They hope the bridge can be kept in place.
Father, daughter robbed while closing restaurant in southeast Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The Memphis Police Department is searching for two suspects they say robbed a father and daughter while they were closing a southeast Memphis restaurant Sunday night. According to reports, just before 11:30 p.m., officers responded to Tokyo Grill located at 2801 Kirby Road, where they were advised that two victims had been […]
American Pickers’ Mike Wolfe shares pics of $1m Nashville home renovation as he reveals final plans including new porch
AMERICAN Pickers star Mike Wolfe may not be leaving the History Channel series that made him a household name, but he's officially started a new gig. On July 15, Mike revealed that he's kicked off his latest renovation project, restoring the old farmhouse he calls home. Mike Wolfe posted a...
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