Extreme heat is predicted for many parts of Tennessee over the next several days and the Tennessee Department of Health is urging everyone to follow important safety tips to avoid heat-related illnesses. “Extreme heat poses serious health risks, especially for older adults and young children,” said Tennessee Health Commissioner John Dunn. “Spending too much time outdoors in high …
The Dade County Sheriff’s Department in Georgia is seeking assistance from the public to find Rebekah Jean Massey, 43 years old. Massey was last spotted around Trenton, Georgia and Chattanooga, Tennessee on April 15th, 2026. She has long blonde hair, hazel eyes, stands about 5’7″, and weighs roughly 140 pounds. If you have seen her …
May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, highlighting challenges affecting millions in the U.S.—nearly 20% of adults face mental illness annually. Anxiety and depression are rising, especially among younger people, due to stress, finances, and social factors. The 988 hotline connects those in crisis to counselors nationwide. Barriers like cost, provider shortages, and stigma persist. This …
A Trenton, Georgia man has been sentenced to consecutive life terms after a jury convicted him of multiple child sexual abuse charges. According to the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit District Attorney, 36-year-old Randall Dakota Wallin was found guilty following a three-day trial in Dade County. Charges include aggravated child molestation, aggravated sexual battery, and two …
According to AAA, the ongoing conflict in Iran has contributed to an increase in the average price of gasoline in Tennessee, which has reached $4 per gallon for the first time since 2022. As of Monday, May 4, the state’s average gas price stands at $4.03 per gallon, representing an 18-cent increase from the previous …
Tennessee senators approved a bill to protect consumers as data centers increase and electricity costs rise. Data center owners must pay for infrastructure upgrades supporting their facilities. Utilities can’t pass upgrade costs onto residential or commercial customers. Customers may file complaints against utilities violating the bill. Data centers may buy electricity from Tennessee-based independent producers. …
Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park is set to reopen for the season on Friday, May 1, welcoming guests with familiar rides, attractions, and some fresh experiences. Among the highlights this year is the debut of “Lookout Safari,” a new roller coaster featuring a 656-foot track, two laps, and speeds reaching up to 21 miles per hour. …
Goodwill is hosting a hiring event on Thursday, April 30 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Goodwill store at 361 Kimball Crossing Drive in Kimball. The event will offer participants the opportunity to have an on-site interview for positions at the Goodwill store and donation center. “We offer full-time team members a generous …
The 29th Annual Cornbread Festival began with some wet weather on Saturday, but it didn’t spoil the fun. Since its start in 1997, the National Cornbread Festival has brought together southern cuisine and community spirit. Organizers report that the two-day festival generates over $30,000 for the local economy, benefiting hotels, gas stations, and businesses. The …
In the early morning hours of April 20, 2026, Dunlap Police responded to a residence on Old Union Road regarding unwanted intoxicated persons. Once officers arrived, they contacted three individuals inside a vehicle parked in the driveway. During the investigation, officers found approximately 1.52 ounces of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Ronald Diorio, …
