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Tennessee Mourns the Loss of Former TBI Director Mark Gwyn at 61
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is in mourning following the death of its former Director, Mark Gwyn, who passed away at the age of 61. According to statements provided by the TBI, Gwyn died at his home in the Nashville area, with early indications suggesting the cause was natural. A graduate of Middle Tennessee State University, Gwyn's law enforcement career spanned over three decades, beginning in 1985 when he started as a police officer in McMinnville before joining the TBI in 1988.
Can You Help Solve Lake County Murder Cold Case?
Lake County, Tenn.–It’s been almost 24 years since Herman Gray was found dead at his Lake County home, and the case remains unsolved. On December 22, 2000, Gray, 81, was found murdered inside his home on Walnut Street in Tiptonville. Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is revisiting this cold case homicide with the hope that someone has information that may help lead to an arrest.
Tennessee high school football schedule Week 2: Every Jackson area TSSAA game
Week 2 of the Tennessee high school football season is here with two crosstown rivalries set to kick off in the Jackson area and several other blockbuster games around the area. Here is the full Jackson area TSSAA football schedule for the second week of the 2024 season. Stream Tennessee HS football games on...
K-State Hosts UT Martin to Open 2024 Campaign
Location: Manhattan, Kan. Stadium: Bill Snyder Family Stadium (50,000) Mark Neely (Play-by-Play) Radio: K-State Sports Network; k-statesports.com (Listen) Wyatt Thompson (Play-by-Play) Stan Weber (Analyst) Matt Walters (Sidelines) SiriusXM Satellite Radio Ch. 160 or 198, and on the SiriusXM App. X Updates: @KStateFB. THE TOP 5. 1) K-State opens its 129th...
UC College & Career Planning Night Set
Union City, Tenn.–Seniors and their parents are encouraged to attend College and Career Planning Night for the 2025 Class of Union City High School on Wednesday night. The meeting will be held in the UCHS Commons Area at 7:30 p.m. Post-secondary options and opportunities for graduating seniors will be discussed and explained by school administrators.
UTM Joins First-Generation Student Network
MARTIN, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee at Martin has been made a member of the FirstGen Forward Network, effective Aug. 1. FirstGen Forward (FGF) is the premier source of evidence-based practices, professional development and knowledge creation for the higher education community to advance the success of first-generation students.
UC Volleyball Extends Winning Start
Union City, Tenn.–Union City opened the home portion of its 2024 volleyball season with a third straight victory Monday, beating Ripley 3-1 at Marty Sisco Gymnasium. The Lady Tornadoes’ 3-0 beginning matches the best start to a year in the 13-season history of the program. The only other time UC opened the year with three consecutive wins was in 2018.
SKYHAWK VOLLEYBALL WELCOMES IN FRESH START OF 2024 CAMPAIGN THIS WEEKEND
MARTIN, Tenn. – There's been a noticeable change in the environment around the University of Tennessee at Martin volleyball team since the squad began its preseason practice schedule on Aug. 8. After the 2022 Skyhawks captured the program's first Ohio Valley Conference title in two decades, UT Martin fell...
Grab 4-Day VIP Pass For NW Tennessee Native American Powwow
Union City, Tenn.–Last year’s inaugural event at Discovery Park of America was a huge success, and this year at the Northwest Tennessee Native American Educational Powwow promises to be even more exciting. Don’t miss out—grab your four-day VIP package, which kicks off with a free concert by John...
Memphis man wanted on suspicion of murder arrested after falling through ceiling
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (TCN) -- A 20-year-old man wanted on suspicion of fatally shooting a man in April was captured after he fell through the ceiling while hiding from law enforcement. According to WREG-TV, on April 2, Memphis Police Department officers received a call about a fight near Hollywood Street and...
Oakland Driver Services Center to Temporarily Close for a Planned Remodel
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s Oakland Driver Services Center, located at 160 Beau Tisdale Drive, will close for a planned remodel on Thursday, August 29, 2024. After the remodel, citizens can expect fresh paint and new furniture, flooring and workstations. During the remodel, citizens can visit nearby...
Hear, hear! Audio, a 4-eared Tennessee cat, is turning heads & going viral
Mt. JULIET, Tenn. — A 4-eared Tennessee feline is just a few weeks old, but is already a viral superstar around the globe. The cat, whose name is Audio, had a rocky start to life, but now has blue skies ahead. True Rescue animal shelter says someone turned in...
National teacher of the year urges teachers to ‘find their voice’ as experts in their profession
Sign up for Chalkbeat Tennessee’s free daily newsletter to keep up with statewide education policy and Memphis-Shelby County Schools.The Tennessee educator chosen as the nation’s teacher of the year is calling on America’s 3.5 million teachers to “find their voice” on behalf of students as many states seek to censor teachers, ban books, and push voucher policies that send taxpayer funding to private schools.Missy Testerman, who just ended her tenure as Tennessee’s teacher of the year, said that bigger educational priorities demand attention: air conditioners are breaking down in aging school buildings as a new academic year begins; federal pandemic...
Middle Tennessee Scorches: Heatwave to Exceed 100 Degrees Today
Nashville, TN – A severe heatwave is gripping Nashville and the greater Middle Tennessee region, with temperatures set to exceed 100 degrees through Friday. Residents are urged to stay indoors during peak hours and take precautions to avoid heat-related illnesses. According to the National Weather Service (NWS) in Nashville,...
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