Operation Vet Rescue activates ‘Operation Frozen Veteran’ as extreme cold hits East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — As temperatures drop overnight across East Tennessee, Operation Vet Rescue is activating “Operation Frozen Veteran,” an emergency initiative designed to protect homeless and at-risk veterans from dangerous cold. “We just want to give back to the veterans who served,” said Stephen Roche, CEO...
TN businesses among the most optimistic for hiring next year, new report says
LendingTree analyzed data from the U.S. Census Bureau and found that Tennessee was among the top 10 states most optimistic about hiring in the next six months.
Tennessee State Parks to host First Day Hikes as part of nation’s 250th anniversary
NASHVILLE – Dozens of Tennessee State Parks will host First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day as part of a national celebration of America’s 250th anniversary. This state’s version of the celebration, Tennessee America 250, will feature events across the state all year, including the First Day Hikes that have been part of...
Tennessee sues Roblox, claims safety negligence exposes kids to predators
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Tenn. — Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti filed a civil enforcement lawsuit against Roblox Corporation, accusing the popular online gaming platform of deceiving parents about safety risks and knowingly exposing children to predators and sexual content. The complaint, filed in Williamson...
UT leads effort to bring endangered species back to Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - UT has received a grant to research and protect freshwater mussels in areas where human activity has negatively impacted their populations. The project is part of a partnership with the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) to support higher-ed institutions focused on conserving endangered or...
Senior pageant alumni team up for Christmas performances at nursing homes
The group is made up of women who have competed in the Tennessee Senior America pageant. They perform at nursing homes, senior living places, and more. It's an outreach to bring joy.
15 Tennessee Buffets So Popular Locals Arrive Before Opening Time
Ever show up to a restaurant before the doors even unlock because you know the line gets wild? That is the energy at these Tennessee buffets, where locals set alarms and plan road trips around crispy chicken and homemade pies. You will find heaping plates, warm service, and that irresistible feeling that seconds are...
Gas prices holding steady in TN ahead of Christmas │Upcoming Road Work
Alayna Verduyn takes a look at gas prices across Tennessee ahead of the Christmas and New Year's travel period.
Tennessee Weather Alert: Winter Solstice Reminds Nashville Residents to Protect Pipes Before January Cold
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Nashville, Tennessee – Winter officially arrives in Tennessee this weekend as the winter solstice lands Saturday, bringing the shortest daylight of the year and longer overnight cold that can quietly create...
West TN student earns Congressional Award Gold Medal
BRUCETON, Tenn. — Allie Paschall, a resident of Paris and a student in the Hollow Rock-Bruceton Special School District, has earned the Congressional Award Gold Medal, the highest level of achievement recognized by the united states congress for youth. The Congressional Award Gold Medal is awarded to fewer than...

















