A gorgeous Welsh-style castle in Tennessee feels too striking to overlook
Tucked into the rolling hills of Arrington, Castle Gwynn looks like a postcard lifted from medieval Wales and quietly placed in Tennessee. The turrets, stonework, and storybook profile turn every glance into a moment of wonder. You arrive expecting a quirky roadside stop and leave believing you discovered a secret...
New Tennessee DUI law expands roadside testing, increases penalties starting Jan. 1
A new law that takes effect Thursday will change several key aspects of Tennessee's DUI regulations, including tests admissible in court and changes to the license suspension period.
College student nearly dies from histoplasmosis in Tennessee
A 19-year-old Tennessee college athlete nearly died from histoplasmosis after two months of misdiagnosis during a county outbreak investigation.
Violent crimes against children: 82 arrests made, 67 victims recovered in TN in 2025,...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - The Federal Bureau of Investigation has released statistics on violent crimes against children in Tennessee for 2025. Among those stats, the FBI reports that 82 people were arrested and 67 child victims were recovered throughout the year. Below is a look at their stats:. 82 arrests...
Buc-ee’s will open three new locations in 2026? Is Tennessee included? See the timeline
While many may be anticipating new Tennessee Buc-ee's locations in the new year, the gas station giant has revealed that 2026 might not be the year of the beaver in the Volunteer State. Tennessee has been among the newest areas of expansion for the famous gas station and convenience store, and this trend is set to...
USPS postmark change could impact Tennessee voter registration
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — If your mail needs to be postmarked, you may consider sending it out a bit earlier as the United States Postal Service has rolled out a new change in the way it is dated. According to the postal service, as of this month, the postmark date will reflect the day it has been processed, rather...
The 20 most affordable cities in Tennessee to buy a house
The 20 most affordable cities in Tennessee to buy a house. Homeownership is fundamental to the American dream. It offers wealth, security, community, and countless other benefits. Yet for many Tennessee residents, the dream feels increasingly out of reach—even as incomes rise and mortgage rates fall. Near-record...
Tennessee Workforce Training Programs Power Economy
Programs fuel growth, keep state competitive and prepare students and adults for skilled jobs. is a magnet for businesses, and perhaps the Volunteer State’s greatest asset is its people. Innovative workforce training and development programs are fueling growth, keeping Tennessee competitive on the national stage and...
From Home Visits to Hope: Strengthening Families Through the Nurses for Newborns Program
On the WGNS Rutherford Issues podcast (above), host Scott Walker spotlights a life-changing home visitation program under particular circumstances with a focus on the newborn. The program spans across Middle Tennessee, including Rutherford County. Catherine Birdsong, Development Director for Nurses for Newborns (NFN)...
Tennessee agency recommends providing funding, data tools to address homelessness
The Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations proposed Tennessee move forward with several recommendations to address homelessness statewide.
