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TennCare‘s free diaper program not available in multiple Midstate counties
COLUMBIA, Tenn. (WSMV) - A state-funded program that provides free diapers to parents has yet to reach certain counties. TennCare launched a new program this month that provides free diapers to parents in need. TennCare and CoverKids members under the age of two can get up to 100 diapers per month at participating pharmacies across Tennessee.
Conservative activist's push leads to policy changes at Lowe's, Ford and more
(The Center Square) – Tennessee conservative activist Robby Starbuck has continued to impact corporate policies on diversity, equity and inclusion and donations to pride events, most recently at companies such as Lowe’s, Jack Daniel’s, Indian Motorcycle and Polaris. Starbuck previously made public policies at Harley-Davidson, John Deere and Tractor Supply that led to corporate statements on how the companies would shift policies to limit or eliminate DEI priorities. This week,...
Republican state representative files appeal after losing primary election, citing challenged 'bona fide' party membership law
ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. — Republican Tennessee Representative John Ragan is contesting his party's primary election results in Anderson County. Ragan claims he lost the election because he said more than 1,000 voters cast ballots in the primary election who are not "bona fide" Republicans. He said the voters in question have previously only voted for Democratic candidates and have broken the state's "bona fide" voting laws.
Pella Player of the Week: Maryville’s Matthew Covert
MARYVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Maryville blasted past Heritage in their season opener by a score of 51-0. Senior Matthew Covert was a big part of making that happen on both sides of the ball. Covert stuffed the stat sheet with 10 tackles, two TFLs, a safety, an interception, a fumble recovery and a touchdown. The […]
Greeneville Energy Authority electric bills to increase
GREENEVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) — Greeneville Energy Authority (GEA) customers can expect a slightly higher electric bill starting in October. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) announced on Aug. 22 that a 5.25% base rate increase would take effect on Oct. 1, 2024. For most customers, that increase represents an average of $4.35 on each bill. The […]
Top247 edge rusher, Tennessee commitment suffers season-ending injury
A highly ranked football commitment announced Wednesday night that an injury will force him to sit out his senior season. Four-star Class of 2025 edge rusher Jayden Loftin, a Top247 prospect from Somerville (N.J.) High School, revealed in a post on his Instagram account that he suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee last week, ending his senior season before it officially started.
Stadium Enhancements Continue For Vols Home Games at Neyland Stadium
(utsports.com) KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – With the 128th season of Tennessee football set to kick off this Saturday against Chattanooga, Tennessee Athletics has unveiled several new fan experience enhancements inside Neyland Stadium. For complete gameday information, visit UTsports.com/gameday. Earlier this month, Tennessee Athletics and Pilot announced a transformative multi-year partnership...
Vols Calls kicks off 2024 season at Calhoun’s on the River
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The 2024 football season is officially upon us as Josh Heupel took his familiar spot next to Bob Kesling for Wednesday night’s Vol Calls at Calhoun’s on the River. 2024 marks the 12th consecutive season the restaurant has hosted the show. Defensive Coordinator Tim...
Diamond Vols Podcast: Show V the money
Looking for discussion on Tony Vitello's new contract, baseball's bolstered coaching staff, stadium renovation updates and the future for the program that just won a national championship?. There's a GoVols247 Podcast — specifically a Diamond Vols Podcast — for that. GoVols247's Ben McKee (from his unnamed home studio)...
Anderson County Democrats to host picnic with local candidates Sept. 7 in Oak Ridge
Anderson County Democrats will welcome the fall election season with a picnic 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sept. 7 at the Melton Lake Pavilion, 697 Melton Lake Drive, Oak Ridge. The picnic will be hosted by the Anderson County Democratic Women’s Club and the Anderson County Democratic Party, a news release said. Grilled hot dogs, condiments, drinks and paper goods will be provided. Those attending are invited to bring a side dish or dessert to share. ...
Marine engineering group to award ORNL researchers for innovative welding software
Zhili Feng, a distinguished R&D staff member, and Jian Chen, a senior R&D staff member, in Materials Science and Technology Division at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory, will receive the Elmer L. Hann Award at the Society of Naval Architects and Maritime Engineers, or SNAME, Convention on Oct. 15 in Norfolk, Virginia. SNAME plays a crucial role in promoting excellence in marine engineering and naval architecture, supporting professionals through education, research and collaboration.
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