Dr. Yancy Freeman marks first day as UT Martin chancellor
MARTIN, Tenn. -- Dr. Yancy Freeman took on his first day as University of Tennessee at Martin’s new chancellor on Wednesday. According to a news release, his first day included his…
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FHU Theatre to present 'Becky's New Car'
HENDERSON, Tenn. -- Freed-Hardeman University Theatre presenting "Becky's New Car." According to the news release, this will be their first production of the 2023-24 season, and it will begin showing on Thursday, August 24 at the Black Box Theatre. You…
Memorial held for Shirlene Ross Mercer
JACKSON, Tenn. -- A memorial service honored a beloved community member. Hundreds gathered at the Carl Perkins Civic Center to commemorate the life of the late Shirlene Ross Mercer. Mercer…
Representative shares reaction to governor's proclamation
JACKSON, Tenn. -- On Tuesday, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee issued a proclamation ahead of an upcoming special legislative session. The proclamation addresses public safety in Tennessee following the mass shooting at…
Farmers Market Week provides spotlight on local produce
SAVANNAH, Tenn. -- Fresh produce, homemade items, and nearly anything else imaginable—it's National Farmers Market Week. Farmers markets serve as excellent venues to discover homegrown foods and an array of…
Reelfoot Lake Outdoor Expo set for September 9
LAKE COUNTY, Tenn. -- Enjoy and learn more about Reelfoot Lake. Reelfoot Lake is one of the natural wonders of the world and has long been a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts…
Sweet Tea Festival set for August 22-27
MCKENZIE, Tenn. -- The 2023 Sweet Tea Festival, presented by Total Tech Solutions, is nearly here! Running from August 22 to August 27, the event promises activities for all ages.…
Robbie Robertson, lead guitarist and songwriter of The Band, dies at 80
Robbie Robertson, The Band's lead guitarist and songwriter who in such classics as “The Weight,” “Up on Cripple Creek” and “The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" mined and helped reshape American music, has died at 80. …
Biden issues an executive order restricting US investments in Chinese technology
WASHINGTON (AP) — In a sign of growing strains between the world's two biggest powers, President Joe Biden signed an executive order Wednesday that would block and regulate high-tech U.S.-based investments going toward China. It covers advanced computer chips, micro electronics,…
Lake damaged by storms now reopened
FAYETTE COUNTY, Tenn. -- A Fayette County lake has reopened after being damaged by storms. According to the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Herb Parsons Lake has reopened. It had been closed since a June storm damaged trees, knocked out power,…
Weakley, Obion schools dismissing schools early
WEAKLEY COUNTY, Tenn. -- Weakley and Obion County Schools will be dismissing early at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, August 9. Weakley County Schools says buses will run according to the route schedule at each school and parents are being advised…
The end-call button on your iPhone could move soon. What to know about Apple's iOS 17 change
NEW YORK (AP) — Hanging up that phone call? The location of Apple's red end-call button is set to slightly move with upcoming iOS 17 updates to the phone app, so be wary of your thumb's muscle memory. [caption id="attachment_1662870"…
U.S. Marshals seek man wanted in 4 West Tennessee counties
JACKSON, Tenn. -- The U.S. Marshals are advising residents to be on the lookout for a man wanted in four West Tennessee counties. According to the U.S. Marshals, 39-year-old Cory Waldrop is wanted…
Winning Mega Millions ticket snags $1.58 billion jackpot, third-largest in US history
NEPTUNE BEACH, Fla. (AP) — A single ticket sold in Florida is good for a $1.58 billion Mega Millions jackpot, ending a stretch of lottery futility that had stretched for nearly four months. Lottery forms are shown,…
Governor Lee outlines agenda for special session in wake of Nashville school shooting
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee has unveiled a sweeping list of public safety issues he wants lawmakers to address during an upcoming special session. The special session was prompted by a shocking Nashville school shooting earlier this…
