Multiple schools in Tennessee announce closures for Friday
TENNESSEE — A number of Tennessee school systems have announced schedule changes for Friday as winter weather continues to affect travel and safety conditions across parts of the state. Decisions vary by district. Closures and Delays Announced: In these districts, officials cited ongoing hazardous road conditions and...
Tennessee man convicted after killing a 7-year-old child in Adair County
Joel Hammack was found guilty of murder and other charges after crashing his truck into a family vehicle while under the influence of drugs and alcohol, killing a 7-year-old boy and injuring four others.
The story behind Tennessee’s first state flag
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Tennessee's state flag has a rich history that many might not know about. The familiar crimson flag with a blue circle and white stars is a symbol of Tennessee's identity, but it wasn't always this way. The first flag was adopted in 1897, just after...
TBI Charges Lebanon Home Health Care Owner Following Multi-Year TennCare Investigation
LEBANON, Tenn. — If healthcare workers in the medical industry needed yet another reason not to defraud taxpayers, here's one more to add to the list. This reminder comes from Lebanon, Tennessee, where a recent investigation led by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has just concluded. That investigation led...
North Carolina–Tennessee Mountain Region Faces 55–65 MPH Wind Gusts and Significant High-Elevation Snow From...
NORTH CAROLINA — A powerful late-week weather system is setting up across the western North Carolina mountains and along the Tennessee border, bringing damaging winds and accumulating snow from Friday afternoon through early Saturday. While this will not be a widespread winter storm for lower elevations, conditions...
14 Mom-And-Pop Diners In Tennessee That Make Every Mile Of The Drive Worth It
Some of the best meals in Tennessee come with neon signs, worn counter stools, and recipes passed through generations. Mom-and-pop diners across the state deliver comforting plates that feel worth every mile of the journey. These family-run spots focus on hearty breakfasts, classic Southern lunches, and desserts that...
At National Prayer Breakfast, Gov. Lee revisits Jelly Roll pardon
Editor’s note: This article discusses suicide and suicidal ideation. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org. During the keynote address at the National Prayer Breakfast Feb. 5, Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee shared the story of overcoming...
Couples Choose This Tennessee Restaurant When Valentine’s Day Calls For Something Special
Valentine’s Day has a way of raising expectations, especially when the goal is an evening that feels memorable without trying too hard. Tennessee offers plenty of date-night spots, yet couples keep returning to one restaurant that blends romance with polished Southern charm. Soft lighting, stylish décor, and...
Uncle Nearest in financial shambles, hasn’t filed taxes in years: Receiver
Insolvent. Indebted. In shambles. These are the words a court-appointed receiver recently used to describe Uncle Nearest, the Tennessee whiskey brand that honors the enslaved man who taught Jack Daniel how to distill. Once reportedly worth $1 billion, the struggling company could soon be up for sale. A new court...
Tennessee man found guilty for 2024 DUI collision that killed 7-year-old
A Tennessee man has been found guilty for multiple charges in connection to a December 2024 collision in Adair County that killed a 7-year-old and injured four others, Kentucky State Police reports.
