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Amy Matthews slaps husband after he catches her cheating
31-year-old Amy Matthews was involved in a domestic altercation with her husband, Alex Matthews, at her Cindy Jo Court residence on June 29th. When officers arrived, they spoke with Alex, who claimed an argument occurred because he found out Amy was talking to another man. Alex informed officers that, after this, they both began arguing before it turned physical when Amy attempted to grab Alex’s phone. Amy proceeded to slap Alex multiple times on the leg while yelling, “he hit me.” Alex provided officers with footage of the incident that he recorded. Amy Matthews was then deemed the primary aggressor, and she was then taken into custody for domestic assault on July 3rd.
WHITECHAPEL Announces Tennessee Takeover 2024: Brutal Christmas Shows With SANGUISUGABOGG & More
WHITECHAPEL Unleashes a Brutal Christmas Takeover in Tennessee!. Get ready to deck the halls with… death metal? WHITECHAPEL is bringing the holiday spirit – their own special brand of it, at least – to Tennessee this December with a three-show Tennessee Takeover! Joining them for this unholy trinity of gigs are fellow metal maniacs SANGUISUGABOGG, PEELING FLESH and GATES TO HELL.
Ethics Committee asks DA, TN Comptroller to investigate Rutherford Property Assessor
Rutherford County's District Attorney General and the Tennessee Comptroller should investigate an employee complaint against Property Assessor Rob Mitchell and his management, the county Ethics Committee decided Wednesday. Commissioner Robert Peay Jr. called for the unanimous 5-0 vote after saying he and his fellow committee members lack the resources to investigate the accusations...
Annual 4-H Roundup, All Star Conference Taking Place at UTM
The annual Tennessee 4-H Roundup and State 4-H All Star Conference is beginning its second century of service to statewide youth this week at the University of Tennessee at Martin. Tennessee 4-H Youth Development is hosting the 101st roundup July 15-19. Since 1924, Tennessee 4-H members have gathered annually on...
Tennessee speeders targeted in five-state 'Operation Southern Slow Down'
If you've noticed in increase in police on the roads, we promise you're not crazy. Since July 15, law enforcement in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee led the annual “Operation Southern Slow Down.” This week, there will be an increase in presence on the roads to cut back on speeding.
Meet the candidates: Read Q&As with the people running in Aug. 1 primary in Shelby County
Election Day is rapidly approaching and if you're still weighing who to vote for on Aug. 1 (or during early voting) The Commercial Appeal is here to help. The CA sent out questionnaires to all the candidates running in contested U.S. Congress, Tennessee Senate and Tennessee House primaries in Shelby County as...
Tennessee Highway Patrol Attacks the Field at Neyland Stadium
The iconic home of Volunteer Football served as the backdrop for the new THP Dodge Charger and Trooper, which were recently photographed for America’s Best-Looking Trooper Cruisers Contest. The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) recently participated in the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) 11th Annual America’s Best Looking Trooper...
RAM seeking volunteers for October event in Hawkins Co.
HAWKINS COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Remote Area Medical (RAM) is in need of volunteers for an upcoming free dental, vision and medical service event in Hawkins County. RAM announced on Tuesday that volunteers were urgently needed for its Oct. 12-13 event servicing Eidson and other surrounding communities. The free, two-day event will be held at […]
Beacon poll: Stop local governments from hiring contract lobbyists
By Jon Styff The Center Square It’s not clear how many people are or were aware of the process of local governments hiring contract lobbyists to lobby the state and federal government. But a new Beacon Center poll makes it clear that taxpayers are against the practice. Only 5% of likely voters support the practice, […] The post Beacon poll: Stop local governments from hiring contract lobbyists appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Cooler trend starts today with more rain and storms at times
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Temperatures are below average in the afternoons starting today, with rain and storms at times. We’re tracking each batch, so you know when and where much-needed rain rolls through. Join us on the WVLT First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android to stay informed...
Loudon High track athletes taking the next step
A couple of track stand-outs from Loudon High School are preparing to take the next step in their athletic career. Kaylee Cooper recently committed to St. Cloud State University located in St. Cloud, Minnesota, while Logan Wilson committed to Tennessee Wesleyan University located in Athens, Tenn., back in May. The two were team leaders throughout their senior season and have been pivotal in elevating Loudon track to new heights. ...
Knoxville Police find guns, meth, fentanyl during searches near Asheville Highway
Three people from Detroit, Michigan are facing federal drug and firearm-related charges after Knoxville Police found five guns and a "large amount of fentanyl and meth" during two Organized Crime Unit searches in the Asheville Highway area last week.
Benny Smith shares what led to his retirement plan: A timeline of changes at WUTK
Longtime WUTK General Manager Benny Smith says changes coming to the college radio station prompted his end-of-year retirement plans, which the University of Tennessee at Knoxville announced July 15. "I want to thank the students, volunteers, and community members that showed me so much support during this process," Smith said in a July...
Tennessee baseball signee Arnold Abernathy passes on MLB Draft, will play for Vols
Baseball infielder Arnold Abernathy will forgo the remainder of the 2024 MLB Draft and remain on campus to play for UT, he told GoVols247 on Tuesday morning. Abernathy, an infielder from Acworth, Ga., is the fifth-highest ranked recruit in Tennessee's 2024 signing class that is ranked No. 1 by Perfect Game. Abernathy is ranked by PG as the No. 61 overall player in the country and the 16th-best shortstop. He's considered the No. 6 overall player in the state of Georgia and the third-best shortstop in the Peach State.
Tennesse House District 93 election: Read our Q&A with primary candidates
Early voting is underway and two Democrats are battling for the Tennessee House District 93 seat. Incumbent Rep. G.A. Hardaway Sr. faces a challenge this year from Lashanta Rudd to get on the November ballot. Republican candidate Renarda Renee Clariett will face whoever wins the Democratic primary, as no other...
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