Allie Phillips announces campaign for Tennessee House of Representatives, District 75
Allie Phillips, a working mom of two, a union member and a community advocate, has announced her campaign for Tennessee House District 75, running on a platform focused on affordability, strong public schools and practical solutions to the issues facing Montgomery County families. Phillips’ campaign prioritizes...
Tennessee study finds 28% of roadside trash is tossed on purpose, sparking city action
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — According to a study from the Tennessee Department of Transportation, there are around 100-million pieces of litter on Tennessee roadways. 28 percent of that is classified as intentional litter, meaning it was purposely thrown out of vehicle windows. Now, a Chattanooga leader is proposing a way...
Smyrna man indicted in father’s murder
SMYRNA, Tenn. (WZTV) — A Smyrna man faces serious charges in the death of his father. Thaddeus Lee, 36, was indicted for first-degree murder in the Jan. 12 murder of his father, 55-year-old Ben J. Lee, according to the Rutherford County Sheriff's Office. "A substantial amount of evidence was...
Man accused of intentionally crashing into vehicle arrested behind La Vergne Police Dept.
LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A man is facing a number of charges after allegedly being involved in a hit-and-run crash before driving to the La Vergne Police Department and parking in a restricted area early Sunday morning. According to LVPD, at approximately 1:51 a.m. on Sunday, March 8,...
This Tennessee Spot Serves a Dreamy Purple Cheesecake You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
Tucked away in Smyrna, Tennessee, Black Box Ice Cream has become famous for something extraordinary: a vibrant purple ube cheesecake that’s turning heads across social media. This family-owned ice cream shop combines creative flavors with homemade quality, offering desserts you simply won’t discover anywhere else....
Rutherford County Growth Continues as Thousands of New Residents Move In
MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Rutherford County continues to rank among the fastest-growing counties in Tennessee, with new population estimates showing thousands of new residents relocating to the area over the past year. Local planners and economic development officials say the growth trend has remained steady for more...
Tennessee–Kentucky Weather Alert: 70 MPH Storms Could Strike Between 7 AM and 4 PM...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Paducah, KY – A fast-moving line of thunderstorms could sweep across Tennessee and Kentucky beginning early Wednesday morning, bringing wind gusts up to 70 mph capable of downing trees and causing scattered...
Body of Shelbyville man reported missing by family discovered by fisherman on Normandy Lake
This makes the second boating-related fatality on Tennessee waterways in 2026, according to the TWRA.
Rutherford County, TN East Jefferson Pike Closed After Dump Truck Overturns; Expect Delays Today
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Rutherford County, Tenn. — An overturned dump truck closed East Jefferson Pike in Rutherford County, triggering a multi-agency emergency response Monday. According to the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office,...
10 Middle-Of-Nowhere Restaurants In Tennessee That Are Worth The Drive In 2026
One moment, you feel like you’re in the middle of nowhere. The next, you’re taken aback by a dish you never expected to love. That’s the magic of these Tennessee restaurants. They might not be located on the main strip or have huge crowds, but they offer something far more memorable.
