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NASHVILLE, Tenn. –The first of two Tennessee young sportsman deer hunts for the 2026-27 season will be held the weekend of Oct. 31-Nov. 1. Youth ages 6-16 may use a gun, muzzleloader, or archery equipment. Young sportsmen must be accompanied by a non-hunting adult, 21 or older, who must remain in position to take immediate …
JASPER, Tenn. – The Marion County High School Interact Club brought plenty of screams, scares and Halloween excitement to the community Saturday night, October 24, as students hosted their annual haunted house at MCHS. This year’s event featured a “Twisted Fairy Tales” theme, putting a frightening spin on familiar childhood stories. Visitors encountered creepy characters, …
After four years of renovations, the historic Tivoli Theatre, known as the “Jewel of the South,” officially reopened Tuesday evening during a ceremony in downtown Chattanooga. The theatre closed in 2022 for an extensive renovation and expansion project costing approximately $75 million. The reopening begins a new chapter for the Tivoli Theatre, restoring live performances …
Wednesday night, “CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton” airs live at 9/8CT on ABC and Disney+, and next day on Hulu and Disney+. The two-hour television special will celebrate Dolly Parton’s remarkable career and impact through unforgettable performances, archival footage and personal stories. CMA and Belmont University will also make …
The International Bluegrass Music Association World of Bluegrass returns to Chattanooga on Tuesday. It is a five-day music conference and festival wrapped into one. On Thursday at 6 p.m. – 37th Annual IBMA Bluegrass Music Awards, Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Auditorium. Many other events will be held through Saturday night.
JASPER, Tenn. – High-speed drag boat racing returns to Nickajack Lake this weekend as the Southern Outlaw Dragboat Association brings the Outboard Nationals back to Marion County Park and Campground this weekend — Saturday and Sunday, October 10–11. The event, billed as “Thunder on the Lake,” is expected to attract more than 100 racing teams …
Nominations for the 60th annual Country Music Awards were announced Thursday morning. Ella Langley continues her blockbuster year with nine nominations, leading the way. ENTERTAINER OF THE YEAR Luke Combs Cody Johnson Ella Langley Chris Stapleton Lainey Wilson SINGLE OF THE YEAR “Be Her” – Ella Langley Producers: Miranda Lambert, Ella Langley, Ben West Mix …
Tennessee’s 2026-27 mourning dove season opens on Tuesday, Sept. 1 at noon (local time), and is one of the state’s longest-standing hunting traditions. The season opener is the start of three hunting segments for the popular game bird. Doves are found throughout various regions in the state, with the highest concentration in farming areas. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources …
The Sequatchie County Fair is underway this week, bringing several days of carnival rides, live entertainment, exhibits, animals, games and special events to the Sequatchie County Fairgrounds in Dunlap. The fair, which dates back to 1938, is being held at the fairgrounds at 103 Heard Street. Activities began Tuesday and continue through Saturday, August 15. …
Want to learn how to climb but don’t know where to start? Fiery Gizzard State Park is offering a course showcasing the basics of rock climbing. During this beginner-friendly introduction, you will practice your knot ties, learn climbing commands, and exercise climbing safety standards with instructor and Park Ranger Josh. You’ll then have the opportunity …
