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Pattern Change Coming – Rain Chances Down, Temperatures Up!
(WHNT) — We’ve seen rain – and lots of it – in the Tennessee Valley in the last couple of weeks. We’ve had measurable rainfall technically 12-14 days in Huntsville. Your July rain total sits at 7.77″ as of early Monday morning. Rain chances remain elevated the next two days, then we dry it out and heat things up!
Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame Honors 2024 Inductees
The Tennessee Radio Hall of Fame inducted its 2024 class over the weekend at a ceremony in Murfreesboro. This year, nine broadcasters were honored, with four in the Career Class and the remainder in the Legacy Class. The 2024 Career Class nominees, celebrating living inductees, included Steve Bowers, recognized for...
First Alert Weather Day: Heavy downpours today and excessive heat returns
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A First Alert Weather Day is now in effect Monday through Friday due to excessive heat and humidity, but also the risk of a couple of strong storms. High temperatures will be back in the 90s starting this afternoon with scattered showers and storms. With increased humidity, we’ll be looking at heat index values between 100-105° in some areas.
Olympic golf path for Stephan Jaeger goes from Germany through Tennessee
SAINT-QUENTIN-EN-YVELINES, France (AP) — Stephan Jaeger has a history of introducing himself with a score on his card rather than explaining his German roots, his subtle Tennessee accent and a path that eventually led him to Le Golf National for the Paris Olympics. Xander Schauffele, fresh off winning the...
State parks receive tire program grants
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced a pair of grants this month to benefit Tims Ford and Big Hill Pond state parks. Tims Ford received a grant of $217,060, while Big Hill received a grant of $101,500 — both from the state’s Tire Environmental Act Program. Tims Ford, in Franklin County, will provide matching funds of $54,265 and use the grant to install three separate...
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.
Commanders Urged to Trade Late-Round Pick for ‘Disappointing’ 1st-Rounder
A trade to add to their options at wide receiver would be a smart move for the Washington Commanders, even if it means taking a chance on “disappointing” former first-round draft pick Treylon Burks. The Tennessee Titans’ wideout makes sense as a trade target for the Commanders, according...
Hermitage Dollar General robber shoots clerk after getting money
NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- A store employee is shot while on duty in Hermitage. Just before 9:30 p.m. Saturday, a man demanding money shot the clerk at the Dollar General, 541 Stewarts Ferry Pike, during a robbery, said Metro Nashville police. The victim is in critical, but stable condition at Vanderbilt University. Medical Center.
Tires shine through the downpour at Nashville’s 2024 Import Alliance Summer Meet
The 2024 Import Alliance Summer Meet at the Nashville Super Speedway kicked off positively on July 19 despite a thunderstorm. This year, organizers shifted the two-day event to evening hours, and like-minded vehicle enthusiasts came together to showcase their imported cars. Event activities include drifting, drag racing, dyno testing and vendor booths. Saturday mostly consisted of car drifting, the only activity fit for the track’s wet surface.
Kentucky native Lee Kiefer wins gold in fencing at 2024 Olympics in Paris
PARIS − A pair of American women fencers on Sunday night won a pair of coveted Olympic medals – one gold and one silver. Lee Kiefer beat teammate Lauren Scruggs at the Paris Games in the final bout of the women’s individual foil competition that showcased U.S. talent. ...
Kentucky community and technical college students can now estimate their expenses
Classes start in just three weeks for the thousands of students in the Kentucky Community and Technical College System. A new tool is available to gauge the costs associated with this postsecondary education route.
Active lane closure at Nashville International Airport
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Plan for extra time if you have an upcoming flight or need to pick-up someone from Nashville’s airport. For the next four weeks, the far-left arrivals lane will be closed from 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. each day as part of BNA’s ongoing terminal roadway improvements.
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