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New outdoors program launched to benefit Tennessee youth mental health
TENNESSEE, USA — The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy and Outdoor Chattanooga have announced a new program to get Southeast Tennessee children to spend more time outdoors than ever before. The Outdoor Leadership Club is designed to introduce youth and families in historically marginalized communities "to nature to experience the...
Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial
A former Tennessee police officer charged in last year's fatal beating of Tyre Nichols intends to change his not guilty plea. Emmitt Martin is scheduled to appear in federal court Friday. Martin is
Tennessee residents will have the opportunity to hunt without a license on Saturday, August 24, aligning with the opening day of squirrel season
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has designated this day as Free Hunting Day to promote interest in hunting and introduce new participants to the sport. Free Hunting Day is an annual initiative by the TWRA aimed at sparking interest in hunting,...
TennCare diaper benefit reaches 9,000 Tennessee families in first two weeks
More than 9,000 Tennessee families have signed up to receive free diapers through the Division of TennCare’s new diaper benefit since it launched on Aug. 7. Gov. Bill Lee visited Pruitt’s Discount Pharmacy on Dickerson Pike in Nashville this week to hand deliver some of the first boxes of diapers distributed through the new benefit — the first of its kind in the nation. ...
18-year-old Chizera Sanders drunkenly assaults mother during argument about her illegally drinking
18-year-old Chizera Sanders was caught drinking by her mother, Patrice Sanders, on August 10th. When officers arrived and spoke with Patrice, she said she picked up Chizera at a friend’s house. Once Patrice picked Chizera up, she learned that Chizera had been drinking illegally. Patrice reported that they began arguing about Chizera drinking during their car ride home. During the argument, Patrice stated that Chizera grabbed the steering wheel while she was driving. Patrice added that Chizera started hitting her on her shoulders and face.
Waverly Confronts Slow Recovery on Third Anniversary of Flood Disaster
As the town of Waverly marks three years since catastrophic flooding claimed lives and destroyed property, residents continue to navigate the slow march towards restoration. On the anniversary of the devastating event, buildings still lie in ruin, reminders of the tragedy and the ongoing struggle for a return to normalcy. Waverly Mayor Buddy Frazier relayed to WSMV that, despite delays, there is progress, with plans in motion to construct new housing and the hope for federal funding to clear the remaining wreckage.
City of Pulaski Announces Purchase of Old Genesco Murco Property
THE CITY OF PULASKI HAS ANNOUNCED THE RECENT FINALIZATION OF THE PURCHASE OF THE OLD GENESCO/MURCO PROPERTY LOCATED AT 253 E. CEMETERY STREET. THIS TRACT, ENCOMPASSING NEARLY 5 ACRES, REPRESENTS A SIGNIFICANT ASSET FOR THE CITY AND WILL PLAY A CRUCIAL ROLE IN FUTURE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS. THE NEXT STEP IN THIS PROCESS IS THE PREPARATION AND PLANNING FOR THE DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING BUILDING MAKING WAY FOR FUTURE POSSIBILITIES. THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL HOLD A SPECIAL MEETING TO GATHER INPUT AS THEY MOVE CLOSER TO THE PLANNING PHASE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THIS PROPERTY.
Alabama Pays Tribute To The Late Jeff Cook
The musical group Alabama was honored on TV on CMT Giants: Alabama on August 15, but there was a void in the band that cannot be filled. Missing from their ranks was cousin and member Jeff Cook, who passed away at 73 from Parkinson's disease in 2022. The gala event...
Breonna Taylor's boyfriend caused her death, federal judge rules
A federal judge has thrown out major felony charges against two former Louisville officers accused of falsifying a warrant that led police to Breonna Taylor's door before they fatally shot her.U.S. District Judge Charles Simpson's ruling declared that the actions of Taylor's boyfriend, who fired a shot at police the night of the raid, were the legal cause of her death, not a bad warrant.Federal charges against former Louisville Police Detective Joshua Jaynes and former Sgt. Kyle Meany were announced by U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in 2022 during a high-profile visit to Louisville. Garland accused Jaynes and Meany, who...
Refuge Visitor Center Threatened With Closure; Refuge System In Crisis
Paris, Tenn.–On December 31st of this year, I will be retiring from the US Fish and Wildlife Service after 33 years of federal service. Of those years in service, I have had the privilege of spending 25 of them as the Refuge Ranger at the Tennessee National Wildlife Refuge Complex which also includes Cross Creeks National Wildlife Refuge (NWR).
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