Plan Rutherford to be used as a ‘guide,’ not legislation
Rutherford County Planning Commission Chair Pettus Read has worked for years to help county leaders develop the plan.
Thousands without power in Tennessee
TENNESSEE — Thousands of homes and businesses across Tennessee are without power as of Saturday morning, according to the latest data from PowerOutage.us. As of the most recent update, 5,842 customers were reported without electricity statewide, representing about 0.17% of the more than 3.4 million customers tracked. The majority of outages are concentrated in western […] The post Thousands without power in Tennessee first appeared on...
State’s February Rate of 3.6% is Eight-Tenths of a Percentage Point Less Than National...
Tennessee’s unemployment rate continues to track well below the national average, according to the latest data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). In February, Tennessee’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 3.6%, up slightly from the previous month and from one year ago, when the rate...
Holloway High Alumnus Returns As Principal To Lead Two Rutherford County Schools
A familiar face is returning to lead a school that helped shape her own journey, while also continuing to guide a growing virtual learning program in Rutherford County. Dr. Jessica Supakhan, founding principal of the Rutherford County Virtual School, has been named the next principal of Holloway High School, according to Director of Schools Dr. Jimmy Sullivan.
Advocates question ICE arrest after man hurt jumping from balcony in Rutherford County
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — Pro-immigration advocates are raising concerns after an ICE arrest in Rutherford County left a man injured, prompting calls for more transparency about immigration enforcement actions in hospitals. Federal officials confirmed ICE agents were trying to arrest Lucas Gualna-Quib, who was wanted after missing two immigration...
This Tennessee Hike Ends at a Hidden 1930s Fire Lookout With Unforgettable Views
Hidden away in the Cosby side of the Great Smoky Mountains, Mount Cammerer Lookout Tower is one of those places that makes every bit of effort feel worth it. The hike to reach it is no small feat, but for serious hikers, the payoff is unforgettable. Perched at 4,928 feet,...
Tennessee moves to limit robocalls, but experts say scams may continue
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Tennessee lawmakers are taking aim at the constant barrage of robocalls, passing new legislation designed to limit how often companies can contact consumers, but experts warn the measure may only address part of a much larger and rapidly evolving problem. House Bill 1447, sponsored by...
Beloved National Park in Tennessee Forced To Shut Down Areas Across the Park Due...
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, is facing an unusual challenge this spring: too many bears.
A million bees swarm Tennessee highway after truck hauling them crashes
Officials warned drivers to keep their windows shut due to the number of bees in the area.
Beekeepers round up 1M bees on I-40 after crash in Tennessee led to them...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Transportation said the ramp from I-40 East to Henley Street is back open after bees swarmed the area after a crash on Friday morning. TDOT spokesperson Mark Nagi said the driver of the truck and the passenger are beekeepers and the truck...
