The display of the Ten Commandments is already present in numerous churches across Tennessee, and a newly approved bill in the state House would permit their posting in public schools. Opponents argue this action may conflict with the First Amendment and infringe upon the rights of students who adhere to faiths other than Christianity or …
Tennessee lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow school superintendents to be elected instead of appointed. The current law authorizes school boards to appoint directors of schools. This bill would let a county or city that runs a school system choose to have an elected superintendent. Many years ago this is the way superintendents were elected …
A new Tennessee House bill proposes allowing EMS stations to install baby box drop-offs for safe infant surrender, expanding the state’s Safe Haven Law. Currently, newborns can be surrendered at hospitals, clinics, fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and other staffed locations within 45 days of birth without prosecution. The bill would add ambulance stations as …
Three individuals are facing charges after two major drug busts took place overnight in Chattanooga. According to a social media post by the Chattanooga Police Department, narcotics investigators seized large quantities of fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, marijuana, pills, and approximately $100,000 in cash. The first operation involved executing a search warrant at a storage unit on …
A recent Tennessee law makes it possible for facility dogs to accompany victims and witnesses in courtrooms throughout the state as they give testimony. Before this legislation, only select judicial districts allowed facility dogs during courtroom proceedings and forensic interviews. Now, any jurisdiction may permit these trained animals if approved by the presiding judge. The …
Boyd-Buchanan School announced on Wednesday that head football coach Gary Rankin has resigned, concluding a four-season tenure that featured significant postseason success and an appearance in the state finals. Rankin, who is a member of the National High School Hall of Fame, departs with 510 career victories. During his time at Boyd-Buchanan, he achieved an …
Four cornerstone bands of 1970s radio take the stage at The Caverns Outdoor Amphitheater on June 7 as Atlanta Rhythm Section, Pure Prairie League, Firefall, and Orleans bring their harmony-rich hits to the Tennessee countryside. Set at the base of the Cumberland Plateau, The Caverns Amphitheater in Pelham, TN, offers a natural, open-air setting where rolling hills rise behind the stage and music carries …
“Get Alarmed, TN!” is a grant-funded fire safety education and smoke alarm installation program administered by the State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO). Launched in November 2012, the program distributes fire safety education and 10-year sealed battery smoke alarms to participating fire departments. The fire departments then deliver the education and install smoke alarms in at-risk homes …
Replacement Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Benefits (SNAP) may be an option for current SNAP recipients who lost food due to power outage or household misfortune. To request replacement benefits, SNAP customers must submit a signed affidavit to the Tennessee Department of Human Services. The affidavit can be downloaded from the “Disaster Related Emergency Assistance” webpage on …
At approximately 6 PM on Sunday, Cagle Fire Department was dispatched to Route 399 near the Savage Gulf area, west of Fredonia Road, for a two-vehicle motor vehicle accident with possible injuries, including a possible rollover. When Cagle Engine 1 arrived on scene firemen found a two-vehicle accident with no entrapment. One patient was transported …
