Some school officials in Tennessee aim to raise awareness about a concerning social media trend that has been circulating, affecting schools nationwide. Some students have been observed attempting to damage their school-issued Chromebooks by inserting objects, such as pencil lead or paper clips, into the charging ports. This reckless act can cause the devices to …
The Caverns Sessions, now entering its 14th season, stands as one of public television’s longest-running and most distinctive music series. Filmed live underground at The Caverns in the Grundy County, TN, town of Pelham, this season will feature tapings spread across several months, offering fans more opportunities to witness the unique energy of a live performance …
At 8:10 Tuesday night, the Dunlap Fire Department was dispatched to a brush fire on the side of Lewis Chapel Mountain near the overlook on Hwy 111. A brush pile from cleanups at the overlook was on fire and reported to Sequatchie E911. Firefighters determined that the fire was approximately 50 feet by 50 feet …
Tennessee American Water announces that its 2024 Water Quality Reports are now available to customers on the company’s website, tennesseeamwater.com. Tennessee American Water consistently meets or exceeds water quality standards. Also referred to as Consumer Confidence Reports, the publications describe local drinking water sources, summarize laboratory testing conducted on water, list the levels of any substances …
The American Red Cross uses Trauma Awareness Month in May to prepare for emergencies before summer gets into full swing for area donors. The Red Cross is asking people to schedule their May donation appointment before year-end school ceremonies, sporting events, and celebrations fill their days, as patients will still need blood. Emergencies can happen …
May marks National Bike Month, a time to celebrate the joys of cycling, promote its environmental benefits, and encourage more people to ride on two wheels. AAA – The Auto Club Group is using this as a reminder to emphasize the importance of safety for both cyclists and motorists. According to the National Highway Traffic …
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security says a fraudulent text message about unpaid tolls has been circulating recently. The department says this is a smishing scam, an SMS phishing attempt to steal your personal and financial information. To avoid falling victim to this scam, follow this checklist: Do not click the link. Do not …
Citizens of Dunlap selected Dwain Land as the city’s mayor on Saturday. Land received 588 votes. Dave Anderson finished second after receiving 224 votes. A total of 848 votes were cast, which is 27.23 percent of Dunlap’s registered voters. Jeff Harmon, seat C, and Judy Layne, seat D, were chosen as city commissioners.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) is reminding residents of the importance of reporting fire incidents in light of Arson Awareness Week, which is going on now. The TBI has special agents who are specially trained fire investigators, and three canines, Diesel, Millie, and Honey, are trained to detect petroleum-based accelerants to start fires. These …
Members of the Pikeville Fire Department, the Dunlap Fire Department, the Piney Volunteer Fire Department, and others recently completed a Rope Rescue Operations course delivered by instructors with the Tennessee Fire and Codes Academy. The State of Tennessee Fire Commission recognizes three levels of Rope Rescue Certification: Awareness, Operations, and Technician. To become certified, participants …
