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FAFSA Frenzy: Tennessee Higher Education hosting FAFA clinics in Montgomery County
The Tennessee High Education Education Commission (THEC) and tnAchieves will host clinics statewide to help the Class of 2024 complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The THEC and tnAchieves have launched FAFSA Frenzy to remind and support students to complete their FAFSA by the Aug. 1 deadline,...
Danger Zones: Tennessee’s 5 Cities with the Highest Homicide Rates
Travelers are drawn to Tennessee, the “Volunteer State,” by its rich history in country music, breathtaking scenery, and kind people. It is important to recognize, nevertheless, that Tennessee, like any other state, has areas with higher rates of crime. Using statistics to identify locations that can raise safety...
Oversized load set to travel through Tri-Cities Wednesday
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — The Tennessee Department of Transportation is warning travelers that another oversized load will be traveling through East Tennessee this week. Mark Nagi said that it will be going from Knoxville to Kingsport starting at 12 a.m. on Wednesday. He also said that rolling roadblocks will...
Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce Steel Warehouse Expansion into Jefferson County
JEFFERSON CITY, Tenn. – Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter and Steel Warehouse officials announced today the company’s plans to expand in Jefferson City, locating in and retrofitting the former Footwear Industries of Tennessee building. The project plans to create...
Heat Advisory 7-16-2024
Sunny and hot, with a high near 99. Heat index values as high as 103. West southwest wind around 10 mph. A 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 2am and 3am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 77. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. URGENT -...
Tennessee Senate District 30: Read our Q&A with Democratic primary candidates
Early voting is underway and two Democrats are vying for the Tennessee Senate District 30 seat ― Incumbent Sara Kyle and Erika Stotts Pearson. No candidates qualified for the Republican primary, but the winner of the Democratic primary will face one Independent in November. Early voting will run through July 27, with election day...
Tennessee Weather Alert: Severe Storms Possible in Memphis, Nashville
Memphis, TN – Severe storms are forecasted to hit Memphis and Nashville tonight, with damaging winds being the primary concern. According to the US National Weather Service in Memphis, isolated severe storms are possible from 9 PM to 1 AM, impacting northeast Arkansas, southeast Missouri, and northwest Tennessee. Residents are advised to stay weather aware and have a plan to take shelter if needed.
Beans, blackberries and peppers: Local produce affected by moderate drought conditions throughout East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — While we've got some rain in the forecast coming up, we know that this summer has been particularly dry. Based on the latest drought monitor for mid-July, this is the most widespread moderate drought that we've seen since about 2007. East Tennessee did have a drought in 2016 that was more intense, but not quite as widespread.
TENNESSEE HIGHWAY PATROL HITS THE FIELD AT NEYLAND STADIUM
The new THP Dodge Charger and Trooper were photographed at the iconic home of Volunteer Football for America’s Best-Looking Trooper Cruisers Contest. TENNESSEE – For the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) 11th Annual America’s Best Looking Trooper Cruisers Contest, the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) took photos inside the iconic Neyland Stadium, home of the Tennessee Volunteer Football Program. The photo features a 2023 THP Dodge Charger and Lieutenant Eric Miller, who serves in the Knoxville District. Miller is recognizable from his time on the sidelines escorting University of Tennessee Football Head Coach, Josh Heupel. Miller is also a graduate of Oliver Springs High School.
'Stand united': West Tennessee legislators, leaders react to attempted Trump assassination
In the hours following the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a Saturday rally in Pennsylvania, legislators in West Tennessee weighed in with their reactions. During a pro-Trump rally in Butler County, shots were fired at Trump while he was on stage, one striking his upper ear. One...
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