Construction underway for three new In-N-Out locations in Middle Tennessee
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — In-N-Out Burger says its first Middle Tennessee restaurants are expected to open by early 2026. The California-based chain confirmed its three new locations remain under construction and that hiring has begun. The locations are:. Antioch- 4130 William Turner Parkway. Lebanon - 915 S....
Appalachian Poverty: Bad Data, Good Intentions
Recently, we published an article titled “Safer by Design, Not by Statistics” that shows why Tennessee’s crime rate isn’t an apples-to-apples comparison with other places—and how it’s often misused to suggest we’re less safe than we really are. You can read it at KingsportSpirit.com.
The Firey Pig Opening Brick-and-Mortar In Murfreesboro
The Firey Pig is bringing its first brick-and-mortar location to Murfreesboro, with plans to open at 1124 Old Lascassas Road near Middle Tennessee State University, according to a recent social media announcement. The space was formerly home to Campus Subs, which closed earlier this year. “We are working hard to...
One person injured following plane crash in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — A small plane crashed Friday evening in a rural neighborhood, according to Sheriff Tim Binkley. The crash happened near 2584 Bearwallow Road, where the plane went down in a cornfield across from a row of houses. At least one person was on board and reported injuries, which appeared to be minor as of […] ...
Tennessee to require gun safety training in schools
A new law will require all public and charter school students in Tennessee to learn firearm safety.
BCBS Tennessee terminates almost 100 employees due to ‘financial challenges’
HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee says they've had to terminate almost 100 employees due to 'financial challenges.'. A news release from BCBST says corporate met with around 95 BlueCross employees Friday whose positions are being eliminated. BCBST says they've also eliminated around 28 vacant...
This Tennessee city has highest violent crime rate in the country. See where your...
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two major Tennessee cities ranked among the 15 large U.S. cities with the highest violent crime rates in 2024. A WSMV analysis of FBI data released last month found that Memphis had the highest rate of violent crime, coming in at 2,501 instances of violent crime for every 100,000 people....
Tennessee’s new bail bond law sparks debate over fairness to low-income communities
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn — A new Tennessee law requiring suspects to pay more upfront for bail is drawing criticism for its potential impact on low-income communities in the Chattanooga area. The law, effective July 1st, mandates that people charged with a crime must pay 10 percent of their bond amount...
Family displaced following Murfreesboro house fire
A family lost their home Wednesday night after a blaze broke out in Murfreesboro.
Smyrna Depot Days Return This September
All aboard! Smyrna Depot Days are back this month on Saturday, September 27 at the Historic Train Depot (98 Front St, Smyrna) from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The 18th annual event brings together thousands of visitors for a day packed with live music, food, family-friendly activities and local vendors.
