State route 67/Broad Street Bridge reopens as East Tennessee nears completion of hurricane repairs
Tennessee – Less than a year after Hurricane Helene caused widespread damage across East Tennessee, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) announced the reopening of the State Route 67/Broad Street Bridge in Carter County on July 2. The bridge had been closed for nine months…
Tennessee Highway Patrol enters national cruiser photo contest with iconic Sunsphere backdrop
Tennessee – The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is once again vying for the title of “America’s Best-Looking Cruiser” in the American Association of State Troopers (AAST) 12th Annual Cruiser Calendar Contest. For this year’s entry, THP showcased two of its newest vehicles — a 2024…
Woman told police she had tried to reIy on others and needed a break because she is a fuII-time parent after Ieaving her chiId aIone for nearIy 10 hours while she went to visit a man: police
Tennessee – A Tennessee parent, 33-year-old SheIby was arrested earlier this week and charged with feIony chiId negIect after allegedly Ieaving her chiId alone for nearly ten hours.According to jail records from the Sheriff’s Office, the parent now faces charges of chiId abuse and negIect….
Tennessee National Guard participates in Bulgaria’s first multinational Best Warrior Competition
Tennessee – Members of the Tennessee Army and Air National Guard recently competed in the Bulgarian Armed Forces’ inaugural multinational Best Warrior Competition, held June 23–26 at the Vasil Levski National Military University. The event brought together 12 five-member teams representing military units from Bulgaria,…
Tennessee’s tourism industry hits record $31.7 billion in spending in 2024
Tennessee – Tennessee’s tourism sector reached new heights in 2024, generating $31.7 billion in direct visitor spending and attracting 147 million visits, according to data released by Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. The industry continues to be a key economic driver…
Tennessee Department of Health launches new scholarship program to build public health workforce
Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has partnered with tnAchieves, an organization affiliated with TN Promise, to introduce the Public Health Academic Bridge Scholars Program — a new scholarship initiative aimed at developing Tennessee’s future public health professionals. This program will award $5,000…
Tennessee department honored as Top Workplace for sixth year in a row
Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of General Services has once again been named a Top Workplace by The Tennessean, earning the 2025 honor for the sixth consecutive year. The recognition was announced during an award ceremony held Wednesday, June 18, at the Music City Center….
Man took his own Iife moments after he kiIIed his spouse at their home, foIIowing an aItercation with the woman about separation and financiaI difficuIties: police
Tennessee – A Tennessee man took his own Iife shortly after kiIIing his spouse at their family’s home. Tennessee authorities started their investigation following a 911 call. Upon arrival around 8:30 a.m., they discovered the bodies of 30‑year‑old Ammina and her 46‑year‑old partner, Stephen, both deceased…
FEMA assistance approved for Tennessee counties following April tornadoes and severe weather
Tennessee – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced Friday that President Donald Trump has approved a Major Disaster Declaration for the state, unlocking federal assistance for communities impacted by the severe weather and tornadoes that swept through Middle and West Tennessee between April 2 and April…
Road construction to close I-24 West near I-75 interchange this weekend
Tennessee – Drivers planning to travel near the I-75 at I-24 interchange in Hamilton County this weekend are advised to prepare for significant delays due to a major road construction project by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT). As part of Phase 2 of TDOT’s…