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Is the Tennessee river safe to swim in? Local riverkeeper weighs in
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - With concerns on the quality of the Seine River in Paris, some questions are being raised in our own backyard. David Whiteside, the founder of Tennessee River Keeper said to avoid swimming for up to three days after it rains. The runoff into the Tennessee River can carry any bacteria the rain may touch.
Tennessee campaign finance official questions AG’s Office investigation
A Tennessee Registry of Election Finance board member is criticizing an Attorney General’s Office investigation into two Constitutional Republicans groups, challenging the veracity of its report and raising questions about possible bias. “They did not do even a remotely close to thorough investigation. They just went through the motions,” Registry board member Tom Lawless said […] The post Tennessee campaign finance official questions AG’s Office investigation appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Meet the 2024 All-West Tennessee track and field teams, including athletes of the year
Adrian Crawford started his track career last season without a clue of what he wanted to do. Union City coach Wade Maddox worked with Crawford to figure out which events he was good at and which he needed work with heading into his freshman year in 2023. “Most of them...
Daily Briefing: Tennessee whiskey Nearest Green's incredible growth
Hi! Welcome to another Wednesday edition of the Daily Briefing. Here's what you need to know to start your day. Tennessee whiskey Nearest Green's incredible growth The improbable rise of Nearest Green Distillery and the history of its namesake, a Black man in the South who helped Jack Daniel distill his famous whiskey, unfurls...
Woman critically injured, man detained after hotel shooting on Sycamore View
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A woman is critically injured and a man is in custody after a shooting happened Thursday at a hotel in northeast Memphis. The Memphis Police Department responded to the shooting July 18, 2024, around 12:30 a.m. in the 1500 block of Sycamore View Road at the AmericInn hotel after a person told officers that someone shot a woman and was about to kill himself.
Museum program in Florence teaches children aspects of Native American culture
Children and tweens from North Alabama are gaining knowledge on Native American culture and history this summer at the Florence Indian Mound Museum. The institution is hosting the Young Learners Series, where students can explore the early history of the Shoals through short lessons and hands-on learning exercises. Each month will feature a practice that relates to Native American culture. Participants will explore the history and cultural meaning behind each practice while engaging in an activity related to that topic.
Methadone Clinic Hearing Delayed Till August
The state hearing on a proposed methadone clinic for Putnam County has been delayed until August. Cedar Recovery wants to open a facility along Burgess Falls Road, just outside the Cookeville City Limits. The proposal must be approved by the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission. The July hearing on the proposal has been delayed, according to a state official, because of a logistical issue.
Federal appeals court dismisses lawsuit over Tennessee's anti-drag show ban
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A federal appeals court on Thursday dismissed a lawsuit challenging first-in-the-nation law designed to place strict limits on drag shows, reversing a lower court ruling that deemed the statute unconstitutional and blocked its enforcement in part of the state. The 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled that the Memphis-based LGBTQ+ theater company that filed the complaint last year lacked the legal right to sue over the law. Friends of George’s had alleged that the law would negatively affect them because they produce “drag-centric performances, comedy sketches, and plays” with no age restrictions. However, the federal appeals court found that Friends of George’s was not at risk of violating the 2023 law because its performances were not “harmful to minors.”
Lane College names Dr. Donald Comer interim president
The Lane College Board of Trustees is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Donald W. Comer as Interim President, effective August 1, 2024. Dr. Comer, a native of Jackson, Tennessee, has impressive educational credentials, a stellar corporate career, a community service background, and a deep commitment to student success, which will be a driving force in the future of Lane College.
University Of Tennessee At Chattanooga Team Makes Tiny Helmet For Special Needs Chihuahua Puppy
A Chihuahua puppy born with a life-threatening condition has a bright future ahead thanks to the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga’s (UTC) College of Engineering and Computer Science. According to a UTC blog post, Niblet, a 2.5-pound Chihuahua puppy, arrived at Humane Educational Society (HES) in Chattanooga with a...
TriStar Hendersonville to bring new emergency room to White House
WHITE HOUSE, Tenn. (WZTV) — TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center has announced plans to establish a freestanding emergency room to expand healthcare access in the growing White House community. The hospital will apply for a Certificate of Need with the Tennessee Health Facilities Commission in a bid to better accommodate...
$95.5 million Columbia Wastewater Treatment Plant breaks ground, aims for 2028 completion
City officials broke ground on its new wastewater treatment plant, taking the first steps on what has become the largest investment project in Columbia history. The project totals approximately $95.5 million from the city and was recently approved to begin construction starting July 15. The city marked the occasion with a ceremonial groundbreaking Monday.
Memphis Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey discusses missing fifth straight summer league game
The Zach Edey Las Vegas summer league experience continues to elude Grizzlies fans after the 7-foot-4 rookie appeared to roll his ankle in Salt Lake City. However, he sat and spoke about dealing with the injury with ESPN's Kendra Andrews at halftime of the Toronto Raptors-Utah Jazz preceding the Grizzlies game with the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. "Yeah, it's tough not being able to play," Edey said. "Going to all the games and just watching, but...
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