Stockard on the Stump: Tennessee officials start putting pressure on private prison

It took a riot and multiple indictments, but the chorus of calls is growing to boot the state’s private-prison operator out of a Hartsville correctional center. Republican state Rep. Michael Hale of Smithville, saying in a social media post he is “deeply …

University of Tennessee leaders view federal uncertainty as 'cyclical' with plans to grow research

As Bull Run smokestacks fall, Tennessee Valley Authority plans for future

In a matter of minutes, the old smokestack and more recent scrubber — a tower that removes dioxide from emissions — fell like giant trees, leaving mounds of rubble as they hit the ground. Workers set off implosions with a boom at each structure’s base on …

Will it rain on the 4th of July? What to expect in Middle Tennessee

Nashville is expected to have clear, sunny weather for July 4 weekend. Rain chances will remain low throughout the weekend but will increase on Monday, July 7 said the National Weather Service. Above normal temperatures and precipitation are expected …

See Tennessee sports through the decades with vintage 1960s pictures 

Coach Doug Dickey congratulates center Reggie Jellicorse (56), quarterback Charlie Fulton (12), fullback Stan Mitchell, linebacker Frank Emanuel (50), and defensive back Harold Stancell (43) after a victorious effort against Georgia Tech on Nov. 6, 1965. ( …

Who Tennessee basketball is recruiting in the 2026 class

Trey Thompson had been to Tennessee basketball many times before June. But the Greeneville star made another visit as the Vols hosted their first official visitor in the 2026 recruiting class. The Vols have their sights on the 2026 class, hosting top …

Fourth of July: What stores are open, closed in Tennessee

While government services will be closed, many retailers and grocery stores will remain open on the Fourth of July. Aldi and Trader Joe's will have reduced hours, closing at 4 p.m. and 5 p.m., respectively. Costco will be closed, while most other major …

Tennessee hunger relief group warns SNAP cuts would affect rural families

Tennessee hunger-fighting advocates warn that proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly food stamps, could deepen food insecurity as the budget reconciliation bill returns to the House. More than 711,000 Tennesseans rely on …

Tennessee’s top player ratings on the new EA Sports College Football 26 video game

The top player rankings for Tennessee Football player on the new EA Sports College Football 26 video game, which is set to be released on July 10: 94 — CB Jermod McCoy Jermod McCoy is the highest-ranked cornerback in the game and is projected to be a first …

Man sentenced to life for plotting to murder several federal employees in Tennessee

WASHINGTON, D.C. (WZTV) — Edward Kelley, a 36-year-old from Maryville, Tennessee, has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in a conspiracy to murder federal employees. The sentencing took place in the Eastern District of Tennessee at Knoxville …