At Bonnaroo, totem making isn’t just crafting — it’s culture
It may seem easy to lose a group of friends in a crowd of thousands, like at Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival. Luckily, festivalgoers bear creative solution — totem poles. Typically standing at 7 feet tall, totems are a staple in festival culture. Bonnaroovians create these pieces to represent community — and to keep...
Alexandria mayor resigns after recent arrest
Alexandria Mayor Beth Tripp resigned from her position Wednesday afternoon, which comes a week after she was arrested for allegedly requesting that the chief of police drop a speeding ticket.
With warmer weather comes Tennessee’s most venomous creatures: What to do if you’re bitten
Some people might not notice when they're bitten by a conenose beetle. Others, however, may experience intense pain that lasts three to six hours. The beetles, also called kissing bugs, are just one example of the many insects, snakes and mammals that could become deadly to people in Tennessee, either through bites...
Highway 70 Yard Sale Draws Hundreds to Tennessee
Highway 70 Yard Sale returns, drawing hundreds to West Tennessee. A Tennessee tradition is back this year on highway seventy, drawing customers from multiple states to the area between Memphis and Nashville. 39 News was at the Highway 70 yard sale to learn what people are buying and selling.
10 Famous Singers from Tennessee
Tennessee isn’t just a place on the map—it’s the heartbeat of American music. From the smoky mountains to the neon lights of Nashville and the gritty soul of Memphis, this state has birthed some of the most iconic voices the world has ever heard. Whether it’s the electrifying energy of rock and roll, the raw emotion...
Georgia state officer accused of leaking sensitive information in drug investigation
Kenneth Rankin, a Georgia state community supervision officer, was arrested for leaking sensitive law enforcement information related to a Tennessee drug investigation. Rankin was charged with computer theft and violation of oath of office, following a multi-agency investigation led by the Georgia Bureau of...
Tennessee AG Urges Congress To Halt Abusive Mortgage Robocalls
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has joined a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general in a unified call to Congress, urging swift passage of legislation designed to curb the onslaught of unsolicited and deceptive mortgage-related robocalls and texts plaguing homebuyers. The proposed Homebuyers Privacy...
Local author writes kids book about Ed the zebra’s escape in TN
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Stevie Michelle Kimbrough’s book, “Ed the Zebra’s Wild Vacation,” is now live on Amazon. Kimbrough announced the book was under review on Wednesday. “My book has been mentioned by local news reporters, and I have been invited to the Rutherford County Heritage...
Tennessee State Parks celebrates military birthdays with free veteran perks
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee State Parks in Nashville is offering free camping and golf to all veterans on each service branch's birthday, leading up to the 250th anniversary of the United States of America. On June 14, veterans can take advantage of the offer while celebrating the anniversary of...
EVERYONE VOTE–Help RCSO Win “Best Police Cruiser Contest”
Rutherford County, TN - When it comes to looking sharp on the road, the Rutherford County Sheriff’s Office (RCSO) takes great pride in its cruisers. That’s why they’ve entered the 2025 Tennessee Best-Looking Cruiser contest hosted by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office, hoping to showcase their sleek and dependable...
