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TN Rep. Justin J. Pearson talks gun violence at Democratic National Convention
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Tennessee House State Representative Justin J. Pearson delivered remarks at the Democratic National Convention on Wednesday, highlighting his stance on gun violence not only in West Tennessee but nationally. As a Democratic Representative of Memphis and District 86, and a Tennessee delegate representing Shelby County, Pearson spoke on gun violence affecting the […]
Big Fat Cow set to celebrate its new EP Behold The Soil! with a two-week tour
As one might expect from its name, Kansas City’s Big Fat Cow play indie rock with a country tinge. Originally started as a solo project from guitarist and vocalist Noah Cassity, with assistance from producer Kole Waters, Big Fat Cow is now a four-piece, featuring Cassity on vocals and guitar, Waters on lead guitar, Alex May on bass and vocals, and Matt Chipman on drums.
State Board of Education Seeks Public Feedback on ELA Standards
The Tennessee State Board of Education (SBE) is seeking public feedback on the current English/Language Arts standards. This review comes as the SBE prepares to implement new standards for the 2029-30 school year. According to the SBE, each review process follows an almost two-year rigorous, legislatively outlined procedure to promote collaboration and transparency.
Tennessee now has 9 distressed counties, up 1 from a year ago
(The Center Square) – Tennessee now has nine counties that are considered distressed, up one from a year ago and now including Haywood County, the home of Ford’s Blue Oval City project. A distressed county is one among the 10% most economically distressed in the nation, as determined by the Appalachian Regional Commission. This year, […]
Community helps hearing loss camp recover following Bristol fire
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WCYB) — Camp H.E.A.R., a camp for kids with hearing loss had more than $7,000 worth of supplies destroyed by Saturday’s fire on West State Street in Bristol. The fire happened just two weeks before the start of the camp. The camp is a retreat designed...
Appalachian Fair delights with cute animals from regional farms
GRAY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Day three of the Appalachian Fair was on Wednesday, and cute animals were a topic of discussion. Different farms from all across the region are at the fair this week, showcasing their animals. There are two areas at the fair that you can see them.
Tennessee has $813M broadband expansion plan approved
(The Center Square) – Tennessee had its plan to spend $813 million in federal broadband funding approved and will begin the grant process in November. The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development submitted the plan for spending Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment funding, which will be used to bring high-speed broadband to areas of Tennessee for businesses and residents by 2028. “High-speed internet has become an...
Johnson County hosts 24th edition of ‘Long Journey Home’ festival Labor Day weekend
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Long Journey Home, Johnson County’s heritage arts and music celebration. Each year, this tiny mountain community comes to life with stories and songs that honor the iconic old-time mountain music style that shaped country music as we know it. The three-day festival spans Labor Day weekend, Aug. 30, […] The post Johnson County hosts 24th edition of ‘Long Journey Home’ festival Labor Day weekend appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Football Preview 2024: Falcons look to compete under Castle
CHURCH HILL — Football is a numbers game — and veteran coach Mike Castle wouldn’t mind having a few more of them on his roster for his first season as head coach at Volunteer. But he won’t use it as an excuse, and neither will his players. In fact, the Falcons are putting in tons of extra work and brimming confidence heading into the 2024 campaign. “We are very excited...
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