KBP Brands acquires 78 Sonic Drive-In restaurants
KBP Brands, one of the largest franchise groups in the United States, has acquired 78 Sonic Drive-In restaurants in Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. This marks KBP’s second Sonic acquisition in less than two years. KBP is now the fourth largest franchisee in the Sonic system with 164...
One of Tennessee’s Best Mountain Breakfasts Is Hidden Inside a Cozy Log Cabin
Tucked away on Wears Valley Road in Sevierville, Elvira’s Cafe serves up some of the most memorable mountain breakfasts in Tennessee. This charming log cabin restaurant has become a local treasure, drawing visitors back time and again with its Southern comfort food, warm hospitality, and stunning valley views....
Three charged in separate reckless driving incidents in La Verge, police say
LA VERGNE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Three people are facing charges following three separate reckless driving incidents Friday, according to the La Vergne Police Department. LVPD said officers encountered three people driving recklessly Friday, and in each incident the drivers fled when officers tried to conduct traffic stops....
Middle Tennessee Scheduled Lane Closures February 22 – 28, 2026
Middle Tennessee Scheduled Lane Closures February 22 – February 28, 2026. RUTHERFORD COUNTY I-24 Ramp improvements. • 2/22 – 2/26, 8 p.m. – 5 a.m., There will be a multiple WB lane closures for ramp improvements on Exit 81 (MM 80.5 – 81.20). Milling and paving.
Glyphosate debate reaches Tennessee as $7.25 billion settlement, federal order collide
On Tuesday, Bayer agreed to a proposed $7.25 billion settlement to resolve thousands of lawsuits from people who claim the product caused their cancer. The company denies those allegations and maintains glyphosate is safe when used as directed.
Fire Damages Wat Amphawan Temple on Barfield Crescent Road
MURFREESBORO, TN (WGNS) - Rutherford County Fire Rescue responded just before 1:00 o'clock Friday afternoon (2/20/2026) to a fire at the Wat Amphawan of America Temple at 4880 Barfield Crescent Road. Crews arrived to find smoke drifting from the eaves and flames visible on the front porch. Firefighters moved quickly,...
Discover Unique Treasures at the Stones River Market in Murfreesboro
Mark your calendar for the Stones River Market, taking place inside Stones River Mall (1720 Old Fort Pkwy, Murfreesboro, TN 37129) on Saturday, February 28th, 2026.t. At this event, you can shop with over 60 vendors and enjoy food from the delicious food truck, Cedar Valley Kitchen. VENDOR APPLICATIONS ARE...
40 Rutherford County Schools buses out of service after contractor loses insurance
RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — Some Rutherford County bus routes for are in limbo this week. A Rutherford County Schools bus contractor has lost their insurance coverage, the school system announced on Sunday, resulting in the grounding of approximately 40 buses until the issue is resolved. These buses will not be...
REPORT: Most counties in Tennessee have seen job loss since the COVID-19 pandemic
The University of Tennessee Boyd Center for Business and Economic Research has submitted their economic report to Gov. Bill Lee for 2026 — and they found job losses have increased since 2019.
“Howdy! The Minnie Pearl Story” Wins Top Tennessee History Book Award
NASHVILLE, TN (WGNS) - The Tennessee Historical Society and the Tennessee Historical Commission have announced that the 2025 Tennessee History Book Award will go to co‑authors Mary Ellen Pethel and Don Cusic for their new biography, Howdy! The Minnie Pearl Story, published by the University of Tennessee Press. The...
