Multiple schools in Tennessee announce closures for Thursday
TENNESSEE — As dangerous icy conditions, lingering snow and extreme cold continue days after a historic winter storm impacted Tennessee, many school systems have already announced closures and schedule adjustments for Thursday, January 29, 2026. Officials cite hazardous road conditions, power outages and safety...
Inside The Tennessee Buffet Keeping A Classic All-You-Can-Eat Menu Alive For Decades
Pull up a chair and let your appetite set the pace, because this story is all about a buffet that refuses to fade. Set along the bustle of the Parkway, Shoney’s – Pigeon Forge North serves a dependable spread that has charmed locals and road trippers for years at 3164 Parkway, Pigeon Forge, TN 37863.
Frost Quakes Reported in Middle Tennessee
People all over Middle Tennessee were left staring at the sky like what in the world was THAT?! late Monday night as mysterious booms and shakes rippled through the ground, only to find out it wasn’t an earthquake, a transformer explosion, or some secret military test… it was frost quakes… nature’s own “surprise...
Tennessee battles winter storm damage, echoes 1994 ice storm destruction
Crews have been hard at work restoring power and repairing damage caused by this weekend's winter storm, and one of the last times Tennessee saw ice damage on a similar scale was more than 30 years ago.
Family with young children sleep in car during Tennessee’s winter storm power outage
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - When Dylan McCann pulled into his Nashville apartment complex after spending a week away from home, he expected to see snow, but not what he found inside. “We opened the door - straight water,” McCann said. “Flood everywhere. Both bathrooms totally destroyed. My apartment ain’t the...
These trees are most likely to fall during Tennessee’s ice storm
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Trees of all different shapes and sizes fell after Tennessee’s ice storm, but some are more at risk than others. There are many types of trees across the state of Tennessee, but some are more prone to damage from winter weather than others. Here’s a few of them:
14 Brutal Reasons Why People Are Fleeing Tennessee in 2026
Tennessee has been on a hot streak for years — no state income tax, booming cities, and plenty of Southern charm. But in 2026, the growth that once felt exciting is starting to feel exhausting. For some residents, the Volunteer State is no longer volunteering the lifestyle they signed up for.
Eastern Tennessee Winter Weather Alert: Snow Chances Increasing This Weekend
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Knoxville, Tennessee – Winter weather chances are increasing across eastern Tennessee, with snow probabilities now ranging from 15% to 35% as a coastal storm system strengthens and colder air settles into...
TN governor signs executive order removing state’s road-clearing restrictions during power restoration
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed another executive order aimed at helping restore power to thousands of residents following the recent winter ice storm. Gov. Lee announced the signing of Executive Order 111, a direct response to the severe winter weather and the “significant transportation...
A wave of closures is hitting Tennessee’s dining scene
Tennessee’s restaurant landscape has experienced a noticeable wave of closures in recent months, affecting everything from long-running local favorites to national chain outlets. Rising costs, lease challenges, and shifting consumer…
