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Please Help Family of Kylee Romans find their 19-year old daughter
Murfreesboro, TN - 19-year-old Kylee Romans was reported missing by a family member. They told police that the teen was last seen on July 20, 2024, almost 2-weeks ago. Romans is 5-feet 3-inches tall and weighs 130 pounds, and has green eyes and blonde hair. Murfreesboro Police PIO Larry Flowers...
Possible Tornado Strikes Murfreesboro: MTSU Equipment Trailer Overturned, No Injuries Reported
On Monday afternoon, Murfreesboro felt the fury of nature as high winds swept through the city, catching residents and infrastructure in its sudden chaos. The National Weather Service (NWS) is investigating a possible tornado that is reported to have hit near the Dollar General on Medical Center Parkway, as conveyed by WKRN. Amid this unexpected weather event, surveillance footage revealed a startling image: an equipment trailer from Middle Tennessee State University flipped on its side and pushed against a fence at Floyd Stadium.
UPDATE: Heat index reaches 107 in Clarksville, new Heat Advisory issued for Wednesday
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – We have a double weather threat today: A heat index that could reach 109 and a slight risk of severe storms. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory today through 7 p.m. Today, Wednesday and Thursday the high is expected to be 95 or 96. “Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses,” the NWS said. “Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.”
GRAND OLE OPRY CELEBRATES 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF ACADEMY AWARD-WINNING CLASSIC FORREST GUMP WITH SOLD-OUT SUNDAY NIGHT SHOW
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (June 29, 2024) –The Grand Ole Opry, the home of America’s music, celebrated the 30thanniversary of Paramount Pictures’ beloved classic Forrest Gump on a special sold-out Sunday Night Opry at the Grand Ole Opry House and the Opry debut of award-winning actor & humanitarian Gary Sinise & The Lt. Dan Band, who was introduced to the stage by a heartfelt video message from Tom Hanks. Additionally, the movie’s producer, Academy Award-winner Wendy Finerman, actor Mykelti Williamson, who portrayed the iconic character Bubba in the film, and Michael Conner Humphreys, who portrayed Forrest Gump as a young boy, each appeared as guest hosts.
Put on your Fancypants: New East Nashville restaurant opens from Butcher & Bee owners
The team at East Nashville's newest fine-dining spot Fancypants wants to give people a reason to get dressed up — but don't take it too seriously. From the owners of Butcher & Bee and Redheaded Stranger, Fancypants is a vegetable-forward fine-dining restaurant located at the heart of new developments on the Dickerson Pike corridor. The only dress code requirement: "Please wear pants." ...
Examining Bill Callahan's checklist for fixing Tennessee Titans O-line, and if it's enough
Leave the traditional jock stereotypes behind when talking about Tennessee Titans offensive line coach Bill Callahan and his hefty task of fixing his team's most glaring weakness. "If you were sitting in a room going through a day-to-day installation, it’s like being in algebra," Callahan told reporters Monday. "Every day everything keeps adding and adding and adding. The formulas get a little more different. You get more protection schemes, more run schemes, more adjustments, more fronts that...
Scottsville to host public meeting on proposed restaurant tax
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - A proposed tax on restaurants within Scottsville city limits has received backlash since the idea was first brought to the city council and fiscal court on July 20, leading city officials to announce a public meeting to discuss the idea. The tax was first proposed by...
Sparta Upgrading Electric Poles, Removing Wire
Sparta preparing two separate projects to improve the infrastructure of the city’s electric utilities. Electric Utility Manager Belva Bess said they are switching seven of their most critical utility poles throughout the city from wooden to metal poles for improved durability. Bess said there will be short local outages around the poles while they are being replaced.
'He's trying to become the Vice President': Political experts analyze Gov. Beshear's address to Iowans
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Former Kentucky Congressman John Yarmuth, a Democrat, tells WHAS11 he'd expect Vice President Kamala Harris to announce her running mate by the end of this week. It comes as Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, fresh off trips to Iowa and Georgia, remains on a shortlist of potential...
New Documentary Examines Kentucky Legend Known as the ‘LBL Massacre’
Kentucky has had its fair share of Bigfoot sightings, to be sure. We've even heard tales of the dreaded Sheepsquatch and, of course, the legendary Pope Lick Monster or Goat Man. The thing is, Kentucky is no different than the other 49 states. We all have our monstrous myths and...
Allen County schools prepared for new AED regulations for school districts
SCOTTSVILLE, Ky. (WBKO) - Recent legislation changes now require all Kentucky schools to have AEDs readily available in all school buildings district-wide, though Allen County schools had measures in place far ahead of time. 15 of the potentially life-saving defibrillators are scattered throughout the district, with an additional AED off...
Tennessee Faces Severe Weather: Wind, Rain, and Flooding Possible
Morristown, TN – Tennessee is gearing up for severe weather today as forecasts predict strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall, heightening the risk of wind damage, downed trees, and flash flooding. The US National Weather Service in Morristown has issued a Flood Watch for the region due to recent rainfall and additional heavy rain anticipated today.
Junior title stays in Tennessee
DAYTON — The 2024 Bassmaster Junior National Championship won’t be leaving Tennessee. Despite falling one bass short of their limit on the final day, the Soddy Daisy Junior High duo of William Collins and Kyler Jenkins claimed the 2024 Bassmaster Junior National Championship title with a two-day total of 20 pounds, 9 ounces this weekend on Lake Chickamauga. The Strike King Bassmaster High School National Championship presented by Bill Dance...