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New Tennessee law requires schools establish visitor code of conduct
A new bipartisan law, sponsored by Rep. Antonio Parkinson (D-Memphis), mandates school boards adopt a code of conduct for parents and other guests who visit campus. The proposal passed last legislative session and went into effect for the 2024-2025 school year.
New outdoors program launched to benefit Tennessee youth mental health
TENNESSEE, USA — The Tennessee State Parks Conservancy and Outdoor Chattanooga have announced a new program to get Southeast Tennessee children to spend more time outdoors than ever before. The Outdoor Leadership Club is designed to introduce youth and families in historically marginalized communities "to nature to experience the...
Gibbs graduate to compete in Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy
CORRYTON, Tenn. (WVLT) - Out of 101 athletes in the United States competing in the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games, only three are from East Tennessee. Among those three Tennesseans competing in Italy, Johnny Kelly is the only one from East Tennessee who will be representing his country. “It’s...
Judges dismiss suit alleging Tennessee’s political maps discriminate against communities of color
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A federal judicial panel has dismissed a lawsuit alleging that Tennessee’s U.S. House maps and those for the state Senate amount to unconstitutional racial gerrymandering. “In sum, the complaint alleges facts that are consistent with a racial gerrymander,” stated the ruling, which was issued...
Dolly Parton Abandons Dollywood Following Theme Park Shut Down, Opens New Business Instead
It looks like Dolly Parton is once again veering away from her duty as Dreamer-in-Chief at Dollywood, and setting her sights on yet another new business venture. While many celebrities stay busy creating their own brands with various products, it is hard to imagine another star who has stayed as busy as Dolly Parton after the country star confirmed her retirement (well, from touring).
Putnam’s top residential transactions in July, market watch
Nationally, existing home sales have risen 1.3% since May, according to a recent report by bankrate.com. That ended four straight months of declines, according to the National Association of Realtors. The nationwide median price was $422,600, up 4.2% from last year. That is the highest July average on record and inventory also increased. There is now a four-month supply. According to the report, that is “a sign that buyers may be gaining more leverage in the market.”
Family Says Goodbye To Salt and Pepper Lady
Family members and friends said goodbye Wednesday to Sparta’s Ms. Ernestine McPeak Boyd, a 60-year collector of salt and pepper shakers. The 97-year old accumulated an estimated 14,000 shaker sets. Boyd’s daughter Gail Blankenship said she never really knew where her mother’s interest originated. But a speaker at her mother’s funeral got her thinking.
Texas leads 16 states in lawsuit targeting Biden immigration program
Sixteen Republican attorneys general sued the Biden administration on Friday over a program that grants an easier path to citizenship to undocumented spouses of U.S. citizens. Why it matters: Led by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, the lawsuit alleges the program, which grants permanent residency, is unconstitutional and "rewards illegal immigration."
Memphis man charged with threatening Kamala Harris, Biden, Obama
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WREG) — A Memphis man is being charged with making death threats against President Joseph Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former President Barack Obama, according to the Department of Justice. Kyl Alton Hall, 37, is charged with two counts of threats to a sitting president and vice president and one count of a […]
TDOT: Construction On I-24 And I-75 To Prompt Ramp Closures
Drivers traveling on I-24 Westbound and I-75 North in Hamilton County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have an impact on traffic. Beginning Sunday, August 25, 2024, at 9:00 pm ET and continuing until 6:00 am ET on Monday, August 26, 2024, TDOT contract crews will close the Exit 184 ramp from I-24 Westbound to South Moore Road as part of Phase 2 (the second of two projects) to widen and improve the I-75 at I-24 interchange.
Chattanooga residents facing higher energy bills with new TVA rate hike: Is it necessary?
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The average household in Chattanooga can expect to pay more for their power starting in October. The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) board has approved a more than 5 percent base rate increase. And some argue this increase is not necessary. This is the second rate hike...
Brillare Beauty Institute offers new elective classes for hair and lash extensions
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Have you ever wanted to learn how to do hair extensions and lash extensions?. Now you can take an elective class at Brillare Beauty Institute!. Natalie Holder and Daphne Merrell were on the show today talking about their electives and how they are having an open house with free mini services!
CFD crews responded to workplace accident at the intersection of Corporate Drive SW and Industrial Drive SW in Cleveland, 1 person dead
Chattanooga, TN – According to the officials, a tragic workplace accident unfolded in Cleveland on August 22, 2024, when a construction worker was buried in a trench at the intersection of Corporate Drive SW and Industrial Drive SW. First responders from the Cleveland Police Department, Cleveland Fire Department, Bradley...
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