A Tracy City resident sustained significant injuries in a fatal accident involving two personal watercrafts on a Tennessee lake Tuesday evening. The collision occurred at approximately 5:20 p.m. near the Tims Ford Bass Club boat ramp. According to a statement from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), 41-year-old John H. Prater of Tracy City was …
Unlike the statewide rate, county rates are not adjusted to account for seasonal impacts on employment. Unemployment rates increased from May to June in 94 of Tennessee’s 95 counties. Maury County was the lone exception; its rate fell one-tenth of a percentage point. Eighty-four counties reported unemployment rates of less than 5%. The remaining 11 …
We know parents get exhausted. A new parent tired is a whole different level. But falling asleep on the couch or in a chair with your baby is one of the most dangerous situations for a newborn. The Tennessee Department of Health reminds parents that soft surfaces, loose cushions, and the risk of rolling make …
On Monday evening, a large crowd attended the Bledsoe County commission meeting to support restoring public access to Bledsoe State Forest. Commissioner Ruth Sapp Burton noted over 100 attendees advocating for reversing restrictions. Josh Stewart shared that a petition with 1,000+ signatures calls on the Tennessee Division of Forestry to: Reopen ATV trails. Expand creek …
More than 130 years ago, Erlanger was founded through an extraordinary gift that reflected a belief in our community and its potential, and today we are making another investment in our future. Today, from that position of strength, we are announcing that Erlanger has signed a non-binding Letter of Intent to enter into a strategic …
Fire and Rescue responded at approximately 1:25 Monday afternoon to a pickup truck fire on Highway 156. Officials report the vehicle was fully involved upon arrival and was ultimately deemed a total loss. No injuries were reported. The owner of the vehicle’s name was not released.Â
Get ready to save! It’s almost time for Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday for back-to-school essentials. This year, the sales tax holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. Friday, July 31, 2026, and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday, August 2, 2026. Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday has been in place for two decades. The first annual sales tax holiday …
77 students (16% of our student body) scored a 3 or higher on an Advanced Placement Exam. The College Board indicates that students scoring 3 or higher are “qualified” and have mastered college-level material. For the 2025-2026 school year, MCHS offered the following AP Courses: AP Biology AP Psychology AP Human Geography AP World History …
A FREE Back-to-School Event will be held on Sunday, July 26, from 1:00–5:00 PM CST at the Dunlap Chamber of Commerce. Families can receive free haircuts, food, school supplies, and clothing while supplies last. Please share this opportunity with anyone who could benefit. They hope it’s a blessing to many local families as they prepare …
Tennessee is putting half a million dollars into making it easier for people to find help when they need it. United Ways of Tennessee announced that the State of Tennessee is investing $500,000 into the 211 network, which connects people to resources like food, housing, utilities and emergency support. The money will support the Tennessee …
