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Tennessee had worst voter turnout in US during 2022 midterms, report finds
Less than 40% of registered voters in Tennessee cast a ballot during the 2022 midterm elections, which was the worst turnout in the country, according to data from the Nashville-based nonprofit think tank, ThinkTennessee.
Dept. of Health denying teens preventative healthcare, citing new parental consent law
By Anita Wadhwani Tennessee Lookout Tennessee public health clinics will no longer give teens access to routine healthcare — including birth control, sexually transmitted infection treatment and pregnancy tests — without parental consent, according to the Department of Health’s interpretation of a new parental rights law that took effect July 1. The Family Rights and […] The post Dept. of Health denying teens preventative healthcare, citing new parental consent law appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Closing of Rural Hospitals Leaves Towns With Unhealthy Real Estate
This story was originally published by KFF Health News. In March 2021, this town of about 2,000 residents in the hills of east Tennessee lost its hospital, a 54-bed acute care facility. Campbell County, where Jellico, Tennessee, is located, ranks 90th of Tennessee’s 95 counties in health outcomes and has a poverty rate almost double the national average, so losing its health care cornerstone sent ripple effects through the region.
Technology outage keeps McGhee Tyson flights on the ground, rental cars sold out
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A widespread technology outage wreaked havoc on airports, banks and more Friday morning. On that long list of airports that saw major setbacks: McGhee Tyson Airport. Crowds gathered at the airport’s gates, with flights delayed and canceled. The airport’s status boards, which show whether flights are...
‘Good luck Joey:’ Sergeant retires from Cocke County Sheriff’s Office after 20 years in law enforcement
COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — Wednesday was an emotional day for many in the Cocke County Sheriff’s Office as they said farewell to a sergeant who has served in law enforcement for 20 years. CCSO shared the news of Sergeant Joseph “Joey” Owings on Wednesday, saying he has been committed to the community and enjoyed […]
Tennessee basketball offers 2026 small forward Billy White
Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2026 small forward prospect Billy White. “After a great conversation with coach (Rod) Clark, I am extremely blessed to have received an offer from the University of Tennessee,” White said. The 6-foot-7, 175-pound four-star small forward is from Veterans Memorial High School in Corpus...
Two Quillen VA Medical Center officials temporarily reassigned amid investigation
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Two leaders at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center have been temporarily reassigned amid an ongoing investigation, according to a VA spokesperson. The spokesperson confirmed that “a temporary leadership transition happened earlier this week” and that the VA referred separate allegations of wrongdoing and failure to follow VA processes […]
Freedom Hall Pool reopens after monthlong closure for repair
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Freedom Hall Pool in Johnson City has reopened following a monthlong closure for repair. According to a post by the Johnson City Department of Parks and Recreation, the pool opened on Wednesday. The closure was put into place on June 17, when the department told the public that a repair […]
Former Sullivan East quarterback Drake Fisher signs with Presbyterian College
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — One of the top quarterbacks in the state signed his name on the dotted line this morning in front of family and friends. Former Sullivan East quarterback Drake Fisher signed a national letter of intent to play football for the Blue Hose of Presbyterian College Wednesday morning. Fisher was the […]
Five-Star Tennessee Offensive Line Target Announces Commitment Date
Five-star offensive line Josh Petty is announcing his college commitment on Aug. 12, On3’s Chad Simmons first reported on Thursday afternoon. Petty is down to a top five that includes Florida State, Georgia Tech, Ohio State, Stanford and Tennessee after taking official visits to all five schools in recent years.
44 days until it is football time in Tennessee
Tennessee will kick off its 2024 football season in 44 days. The Vols will open its upcoming campaign on Aug. 31 against Chattanooga at Neyland Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 12:45 p.m. EDT and SEC Network will televise the contest. 2024 will be the fourth season for Tennessee under head coach Josh Heupel. In his first three seasons, Heupel is 27-12 and guided the Vols to three bowl games. The Vols finished 9-4 (4-4 SEC) last season. With 44 days remaining until the start of the 2024 football season, Vols Wire looks back at Tennessee student-athletes who wore No 44. All time players to wear No. 44 at Tennessee: John “Skeeter” Bailey (1937-38) Kenneth Bales (1939) William “Bill” Meek (1940-42) T.J. Hill (1944) Ray Stanzak (1945) Clarence Hewgley (1946) Bill Ford (1950) Andy Romeo (1951) Jimmy Wade (1954) Danny Webb (1955, 1957) Bill Majors (1958-60) David Shields (1961) Wayne Bush (1962-63) Jerry Smith (1964-66) Don McLeary (1967) Nick Showalter (1968) Bobby Majors (1969-71) Neil Clabo (1972-74) Greg Graves (1975) Craig Puki (1976-79) Alvin Toles (1982-84) Mike Kelley (1986-87) Chuck Webb (1989-90) Mario Brunson (1991-93) Craig King (1995-96) Austin Kemp (1998-99) Michael Brewster (2001) Omar Gaither (2003-05) Josh Hawkins (2008-09) Sam Thomas (2008, 2010) Maurice Couch (2011-13) Jakob Johnson (2014-17) Ryan Thaxton (2017) Cheyenne Labruzza (2018-20) Princeton Fant (2018) Tee Hodge (2020) Charlie Browder (2022) Elijah Herring (2022-23) *Source: 2023 Tennessee Football Media Guide
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