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Tennessee Airports Report Spike in Firearms Found in Carry-On Luggage for First Half of 2025
The first half of 2024 has seen a notable increase in the number of guns found in carry-on luggage in Tennessee airports, surpassing more than 150 firearms, a trend that has raised concerns and prompted reminders about the legal ways to travel with firearms. The Transportation Security Administration reported finding 158 guns across the state's airports, slightly more than the 157 found during the same period in 2023, as detailed in a report by WVLT.
These are the candidates running in Tennessee's House District 86 primary
Jeff Johnston, an Independent candidate, will in November meet the winner of the Aug. 1 Democratic primary to vie for the Tennessee House District 86 seat. No Republican candidate qualified for the ballot. The current incumbent Democrat, Rep. Justin J Pearson, faces one challenger. The district stretches from the northern...
ETSU: Drought situation growing dangerous
Dry weather for much of the region is growing dangerous and could be intensified by another stifling heat wave this week, producing browned grass and pushing farmers into a difficult financial spot in what is often a vital growth period for a range of crops. That’s the word from officials at East Tennessee State University, […] The post ETSU: Drought situation growing dangerous appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Children in Tennessee Can Now be Tried as Adults for Shoplifting or Stealing a Gun, or Even Attempting
In the past, a judge in Tennessee could decide to try a child in adult court for violent or otherwise extreme offenses. But, as of July 1, under SB 2569, children 15 and older can be tried in adult court for two nonviolent offenses: shoplifting or stealing a firearm, or attempting to do so.
Tennessee’s largest companies secure sales tax exemptions for everything from jet fuel to water
By Adam Friedman Tennessee Lookout They’re scattered across the rural Tennessee landscape: blue-sided barns stretching the length of five U.S. football fields, clustered together in groups numbering as few as three to as many as 20. Each of Tennessee’s nearly 2,200 industrial chicken barns produce about 200,000 six-pound birds each year, a process that collectively […] The post Tennessee’s largest companies secure sales tax exemptions for everything from jet fuel to water appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
These are the candidates running in Tennessee's House District 97 primary
Incumbent Republican Rep. John Gillespie faces one challenger in the party primary for the Tennessee House District 97 race this year. The winner of that contest will face Jesse Huseth, the one Democrat to qualify for the ballot, in November. District 97 largely encompasses East Memphis and a small portion...
2024 Tennessee Wildlife Conservation Raffle is Back with $290,000+ in Prizes
The 2024 Tennessee Wildlife Conservation Raffle promises to be bigger and better than ever, featuring over $290,000 in prizes. Over the years, this incredible event has raised more than $8 million for vital Tennessee Wildlife Resources Foundation (TWRF) projects, supporting its mission to conserve and enhance Tennessee’s wildlife and natural habitats.
Tyler Terry pleads guilty to multi-state killing spree, sentenced to life
Tyler Terry, the South Carolina man linked to two murders in his home state, one in the Memphis area, and two more in St. Louis County in 2021, pleaded guilty on Monday and was sentenced to life for the multi-state killing spree.
Having more than 1 kid in daycare is more expensive than rent, researchers say
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - If you think the most expensive bill for families is housing, think again. Childcare costs have surged so much that researchers say having more than one kid in daycare is more expensive than rent in every state. According to a new report from the Tennessee Commission on Children and Youth, families in Tennessee spend, on average, about 40 percent of their household income on childcare. It's forcing some parents to make tough decisions to ensure their children get the care they need.
Let off the gas! 'Operation Southern Slow Down' in effect now through July 21 in Georgia
Are you one to speed when you think no one will catch you? Fair warning: This week is Operation Southern Slow Down. This is a multi-state initiative with law enforcement agencies from Georgia, Alabama, South Carolina, Florida, and Tennessee partnering with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, according to Georgia State Patrol Capt. Michael Burns via email. The participating agencies will be increasing their presence for cracking down on speeding and aggressive driving. ...
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