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ETSU to launch Tennessee's first orthotics and prosthetics master's program
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — A first-of-its-kind medical program in Tennessee aimed at preparing students for a career in orthotics and prosthetics. ETSU's new master's program becomes just the 14th of its kind in the country. 14 students will begin the program in January 2025. School leaders also cut...
The Dobbs effect today: Abortion ballot initiatives, expected higher mortality, more litigation
In Arizona, the state’s highest court upheld a Civil War-era abortion ban. Florida and South Carolina moved to restrict abortion to six weeks — before many people know they are pregnant. The Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are “children,” temporarily throwing fertility treatments, such as IVF, into uncertainty and igniting a national debate. […] The post The Dobbs effect today: Abortion ballot initiatives, expected higher mortality, more litigation appeared first on Tennessee Lookout.
Tuition increasing across every University of Tennessee campus. Here's how it breaks down
Tuition and fees will increase this fall across all University of Tennessee campuses, but that doesn't mean tuition will always rise year to year. The UT System Board of Trustees approved tuition increases and its overall budget at its annual meeting June 25. This will be UT Knoxville's first tuition increase since 2020.
First Alert Forecast: Strong thunderstorms possible Wednesday with more excessive heat to come
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) -First Alert Weather Days this week for heat and humidity and possible strong to severe thunderstorms. Download the WSMV 4 First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android. Our team of meteorologists will send alerts to your phone about conditions headed your way. They also share custom videos about the weather where you live.
Hooters restaurants closing abruptly across the country. What to know in Tennessee
A number of Hooters restaurants are closing down across the country and Tennessee seems to be spared for the most part. Closures at Hooters locations were reported over the weekend. In a statement to USA TODAY, the chain said a "select number" of restaurants will shutdown due to "pressure from current market conditions."
Tennessee opens $750K House of Worship security grant program
By Jon Styff The Center Square Tennessee has opened applications for security grants for organizations including churches, synagogues, temples and mosques. The 12-month grants will be cost reimbursements grants to fund security personnel funded with $750,000 in the state budget. “Unfortunately, houses of worship can often be soft targets,” said Department of Safety and Homeland […] The post Tennessee opens $750K House of Worship security grant program appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Univ. of Tennessee seeks 200+ beef cattle farmers for multi-state ag project
Beef cattle farmers are needed for a large-scale agriculture project. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is looking to partner with more than 200 beef cattle farmers across nine states, including Tennessee. The deadline to enroll in this program is June 30.
TNECD has $88.3M for FastTrack grants after $1.25M to PPG Industries approved
(The Center Square) – The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development has $88.3 million of uncommitted funds in its FastTrack business incentive grant account after a $1.25 million grant to PPG Industries was approved at the State Funding Board’s June meeting. PPG plans to build a $225 million paint and coatings manufacturing facility in Loudon and says it will create 129 new jobs at the more than 250,000 square foot facility. ...
Tennessee National Championship Celebration Parade Set for Tuesday
Tennessee Athletics will welcome back the 2024 National Championship Tennessee baseball team with a parade through downtown Knoxville on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. The parade will depart from the Gay Street Bridge at 6:15 p.m. and march down Gay Street to Wall Avenue. Immediately following the parade, there will be...
‘Bringing Up Bates’ Travis & Katie Bates Share House Hunting Experience
Bringing Up Bates stars Travis and Katie Bates Clark are back with a new vlog featuring major life updates. The married couple has been busy since relocating to Tennessee last March. One of the main reasons for their move was to support Travis’ music career. The two are currently renting a house. But it seems they’re getting ready to live in Tennessee for good. Keep reading to see their latest house-hunting vlog.
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