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Georgia woman competes on ‘Jeopardy!’
06/07/2022

Georgia woman competes on ‘Jeopardy!’

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — From lifelong learner to “Jeopardy!” contender, a woman who lives in Columbus, Georgia made her debut on the popular game show Tuesday night. Susan Garver, a substitute teacher in the Muscogee County School System, competed on “Jeopardy!” Tuesday, where she came in s...

Gas station owner drops price to $2 a gallon to 'ease the burden' on Ga. community
06/07/2022

Gas station owner drops price to $2 a gallon to 'ease the burden' on Ga. community

HINESVILLE, Ga. (WTGS) — Gas for $2 a gallon seems to be somewhat of a myth these days. But on Monday, one gas station in Georgia said it was time to give back. A Hinesville gas station dropped it’s prices to what motorists were paying 2 years ago on July...

Gas Prices Continue To Fall In Chattanooga, Dropping Another Nine Cents Per Gallon
06/07/2022

Gas Prices Continue To Fall In Chattanooga, Dropping Another Nine Cents Per Gallon

Average gasoline prices in Chattanooga have fallen 9.1 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $4.24/g today, according to GasBuddy's survey of 170 stations in Chattanooga. Prices in Chattanooga are 15.5 cents per gallon lower than a month ago and stand $1.40/g higher than a year ago. The...

CDC: Deadly listeria outbreak spanning 10 states linked to Florida ice cream
06/07/2022

CDC: Deadly listeria outbreak spanning 10 states linked to Florida ice cream

The CDC believes Big Olaf Creamery, a brand of ice cream only sold in Florida, may be to blame.

Tennessee football lands Jonathan Echols, 5-star edge rusher from IMG Academy
06/07/2022

Tennessee football lands Jonathan Echols, 5-star edge rusher from IMG Academy

Five-star edge rusher Jonathan Echols, one of the most coveted recruits in the 2024 class, committed to Tennessee Monday. With two high school seasons remaining, he chose the Vols over Alabama, Georgia, Florida, LSU, Ohio State, Miami and several other schools. Echols, a 6-foot-4, 230-pounder, is ra...

Ex-NFL wide receiver Demaryius Thomas had stage 2 CTE at the time of his death
05/07/2022

Ex-NFL wide receiver Demaryius Thomas had stage 2 CTE at the time of his death

Former NFL wide receiver Demaryius Thomas has been posthumously diagnosed with the neurodegenerative disease commonly known as CTE, his family and the Concussion Legacy Foundation announced Tuesday. Doctors at Boston University's Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) Center determined that Thomas ....

Where is "Back It Up Terry" now?
05/07/2022

Where is "Back It Up Terry" now?

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Nothing can stop Antario Davis, also known as Terry, from reaching new heights. His fame brought him the most immeasurable fortune. “It makes me happy. I mean very happy,” said Davis. You might remember the Back It Up Terry video. It is the viral...

Jim Howe hits the wall during July testing with new car
05/07/2022

Jim Howe hits the wall during July testing with new car

Odom Racing driver Jim Howe tagged the wall in his new car. He was testing for the second part of the Street Outlaws No Prep Kings season when the incident happened. Howe was testing at Brainerd Motorsports Park in Ringgold, Georgia. He tagged the wall during the fourth pass....

Longtime College Football Coach Announces He's 1 Year Sober
05/07/2022

Longtime College Football Coach Announces He's 1 Year Sober

Today is more than just America's birthday for Georgia special teams coordinator Scott Cochran. It's also a very important personal anniversary. On Monday afternoon, Cochran posted a picture of himself on Twitter wearing the seven national championship rings he...

ETSU online nurse practitioner program among top programs in Tennessee
05/07/2022

ETSU online nurse practitioner program among top programs in Tennessee

Nurse Practitioner Online ranked East Tennessee State University’s online nurse practitioner program second in the state of Tennessee. Nurse practitioners blend clinical expertise in diagnosing and treating health conditions with an added emphasis on disease prevention and health management, accor...

The Ultimate Ocoee River Rafting Guide
05/07/2022

The Ultimate Ocoee River Rafting Guide

Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. All hosted affiliate links follow our editorial & privacy policies. Located in Southeast Tennessee, the Ocoee River is a 93-mile river that flows northwest through the southern Appalachian Mountains. It’s known as the Toccoa River in the state of ...

Onions sold in 5 states recalled for possible listeria contamination
05/07/2022

Onions sold in 5 states recalled for possible listeria contamination

No listeria cases have been reported in connection with the recalled onions so far.

Oh, for the faith of a five-year-old!
05/07/2022

Oh, for the faith of a five-year-old!

Cards can be sent to: Miss Emma Melvin, P.O. Box 1918, Elizabethtown, NC 28337. Little five-year-old Emma Melvin’s family covets your prayers. The spunky youngster just finished her last year of pre-school at Elizabethtown Christian Academy and is ready to start kindergarten, but she missed a lot ...

Hawks guard had rough reaction to getting traded
04/07/2022

Hawks guard had rough reaction to getting traded

One NBA player got a very rude awakening this week. Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter was involved in a trade Friday with the Sacramento Kings. The Hawks dealt him for Kings forwards Justin Holiday and Moe Harkless (plus a future first-round pick). Huerter, who...

Copper mining caused Tennessee’s “Badlands”
04/07/2022

Copper mining caused Tennessee’s “Badlands”

The Ducktown Basin used to be known as “Tennessee’s Badlands.” But unlike the Badlands of South Dakota, Tennessee’s version was man-made. After the Civil War, companies began mining copper in Polk County. Since copper doesn’t come out of the ground ready to be used, they heated the ore (a ...

Angels, Braves Reportedly Agree To Sunday Night Trade
04/07/2022

Angels, Braves Reportedly Agree To Sunday Night Trade

The Atlanta Braves and the Los Angeles Angels announced on Sunday night that they've agreed to a trade....

Bret Michaels Speaks Out amid Hospitalization, Reveals More About Health Condition
04/07/2022

Bret Michaels Speaks Out amid Hospitalization, Reveals More About Health Condition

Bret Michaels is thankful for his fans' support while he's in the hospital. The Poison frontman, who went to the hospital during a Nashville stop with the band, shared an update on Instagram Thursday, writing, "To the incredible fans in Nashville, thank you for all your well wishes!!" He...

Customers Find Pump Filled with Diesel, NOT Unleaded Gasoline
04/07/2022

Customers Find Pump Filled with Diesel, NOT Unleaded Gasoline

If you were one of the people who suffered damage to your vehicle after fueling up at Murphy USA in LaFayette, GA last week, you can call Murphy’s...

Did Oak Ridge National Lab scientists discover a parallel universe like in ‘Stranger Things’?
04/07/2022

Did Oak Ridge National Lab scientists discover a parallel universe like in ‘Stranger Things’?

Have scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory discovered a parallel universe like the “Upside Down” in “Stranger Things"? Comparisons between the alternate universe in the popular Netflix sci-fi horror series and the work of a team lead by physicist Leah Broussard of Oak Ridge National Labo...

Progress at 8787 Georgia Avenue, Which Includes the Future Location of MOM’s Organic Market, in Silver Spring
04/07/2022

Progress at 8787 Georgia Avenue, Which Includes the Future Location of MOM’s Organic Market, in Silver Spring

Back in September 2020, we reported on MOM’s Organic Market signing a lease with Bozzuto Development Co. and Stonebridge to take over the previous Montgomery Planning headquarters in Silver Spring. Since then construction has been ongoing at the new development,...

Anti-‘Critical Race Theory’ Laws Are Working. Teachers Are Thinking Twice About How They Talk About Race
04/07/2022

Anti-‘Critical Race Theory’ Laws Are Working. Teachers Are Thinking Twice About How They Talk About Race

Teachers say there's a 'chilling' effect on how they talk about race

Todd Chrisley and His Wife, Julie Chrisley, Are Under House Arrest in Tennessee
03/07/2022

Todd Chrisley and His Wife, Julie Chrisley, Are Under House Arrest in Tennessee

On Tuesday, June 7, 2022, Todd Chrisley and Julie Chrisley were found guilty on tax evasion-related charges by a federal jury in Atlanta, Ga. They tried to obtain more than $30 million from community banks in fraudulent loans. Julie Chrisley was found guilty of wire fraud and obstruction of...

Photo Gallery: SOAR kids enjoy fish camp
03/07/2022

Photo Gallery: SOAR kids enjoy fish camp

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — For the second year in a row kids immersed themselves in the world of fish and fishing thanks to the Silverdale Outdoor Adventure & Recreation program, hosted by Silverdale Baptist Academy. The annual fishing camp is the brainchild of Silverdale Outdoor Education Director Al R...

Onion brand sold at Florida Publix stores recalled for possible listeria contamination
03/07/2022

Onion brand sold at Florida Publix stores recalled for possible listeria contamination

A Georgia onion producer announced Thursday that it was recalling certain whole onions that could have been contaminated with listeria.

Gas stimulus checks or rebates in Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois & New York
03/07/2022

Gas stimulus checks or rebates in Connecticut, Georgia, Illinois & New York

A fourth stimulus check has not happened, and Americans want to know if they will see a gas stimulus check as prices rise. As gas prices only continue to go up, some states are stepping up to help their residents. Whether it’s a gas...

American couple feels blessed by 'a beautiful mess' after adopting eight African siblings
03/07/2022

American couple feels blessed by 'a beautiful mess' after adopting eight African siblings

Tennessee couple, Hayley and Mike Jones adopt 8 orphaned siblings from Sierra Leone who become a high school soccer dynasty.

Georgia Drivers Upset After Filling Their Tanks With Wrong Liquid At Gas Station
03/07/2022

Georgia Drivers Upset After Filling Their Tanks With Wrong Liquid At Gas Station

The gas station's owner said it would "make things right" after an error impacted drivers in LaFayette, Georgia.

A guide to living the lake life in three destinations near Chattanooga
03/07/2022

A guide to living the lake life in three destinations near Chattanooga

A day on the lake is the essence of...

University System of Georgia’s economic impact grows to $19.3B
03/07/2022

University System of Georgia’s economic impact grows to $19.3B

The University System of Georgia (USG) contributed a total of $19.3 billion to Georgia’s economy between July 1, 2020, and June 30, 2021, a $700 million or 3.8% increase over the previous year as the university system continued to make a significant economic impact across the state, a new study...

. boys’ recruit: Heritage (NC.) 2022 MF/ATT Martin commits to VMI
02/07/2022

. boys’ recruit: Heritage (NC.) 2022 MF/ATT Martin commits to VMI

Heritage (N.C.) 2022 midfielder/attackman Riley Martin of Carolina National Lacrosse has made a commitment to play Division I lacrosse at Virginia Military Institute. High school: Heritage High School (Wake Forest, NC) Grad year: 2022. Positions: Midfield, Attack. College committed to: Virginia Mili...

Catch of a lifetime: 15-year-old boy hooks a rare all-white catfish with stunning pink and purple highlights while fishi...
02/07/2022

Catch of a lifetime: 15-year-old boy hooks a rare all-white catfish with stunning pink and purple highlights while fishing in Tennessee

Catfish are generally brown with dark spots, but a 15-year-old boy fishing in. had a catch of a lifetime when he hooked one that is all-white. Edwards Tarumianz reeled in a giant fish on the morning of June 28, but he and the rest of the crew were more impressed by the catfish's stunning hue rather....

CHI Memorial Metabolic and Bariatric Care
02/07/2022

CHI Memorial Metabolic and Bariatric Care

Dr. Shah joined us in the studio to talk about Bariatric Surgery available through CHI Memorial. They are...

Tennessee Boy, 15, Catches Incredibly Rare White Catfish, Throws It Back
02/07/2022

Tennessee Boy, 15, Catches Incredibly Rare White Catfish, Throws It Back

"We were shocked when we saw it," Captain Richard Simms told Newsweek. "Most anglers fish their entire lives and never see...

Tennessee man wins $1 million Powerball jackpot
02/07/2022

Tennessee man wins $1 million Powerball jackpot

PLEASANT VIEW, Tenn. (WMC) - Donald Thompson of Pleasant View is a barber, a drag racer, an avid gym member—and now a $1 million Tennessee Lottery winner. Thompson matched all five of the white balls in...

Gas Station Unknowingly Filling Customers Tanks With Diesel Sparks Outrage
02/07/2022

Gas Station Unknowingly Filling Customers Tanks With Diesel Sparks Outrage

"As I was driving, I noticed the car felt like it didn't have power to go," said Dana Hallman, one of the customers who unknowingly filled their cars with...

Volkswagen Chattanooga Hits Hiring Milestone, To Host Three-Day Job Fair Next Week
02/07/2022

Volkswagen Chattanooga Hits Hiring Milestone, To Host Three-Day Job Fair Next Week

Volkswagen Chattanooga will host a job fair over July 7-9 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for its open production team positions. The job fair will be held at the Volkswagen Academy, 7469 Volkswagen Drive. Due to construction activities on Volkswagen Drive that week, visitors are encouraged to access the fac...

Georgia gas station admits diesel mistake, intends to 'make things right' for customers
02/07/2022

Georgia gas station admits diesel mistake, intends to 'make things right' for customers

LaFAYETTE, Ga. (WTVC) — High gas prices weren't the only pain felt at the pump for several customers at a gas station in a Georgia city. Several customers at Murphy USA along Highway 27 in LaFayette unknowingly filled their tanks with diesel fuel instead of unleaded gas on Thursday, with several.....

Following gas mix-up, Murphy USA seeks to make amends for customers
01/07/2022

Following gas mix-up, Murphy USA seeks to make amends for customers

LAFAYETTE, Ga. — In the 24 hours since a mix-up at a Lafayette, Georgia gas station caused dozens of cars to receive diesel fuel instead of unleaded, the company is working to right the wrong. Jessica Gregory says her car was impacted when she tried to gas up...

Bret Michaels hospitalized, cancels Poison show in Nashville
01/07/2022

Bret Michaels hospitalized, cancels Poison show in Nashville

Bret Michaels was reportedly hospitalized in Nashville Thursday evening – just moments before he was set to take the stage and perform with his band, Poison. The rock star, 59, is currently being treated in a local hospital after suffering an apparent reaction to medication triggered by his diabet...

Country Singer Charlie Daniels’ Grave Has Been Vandalized
01/07/2022

Country Singer Charlie Daniels’ Grave Has Been Vandalized

Country singer Charlie Daniels passed away almost two years ago. Unfortunately, separate acts of vandalism and theft were performed at his gravesite and his family is rightfully very upset about the situation. Charlie is buried at a cemetery near his former home in Mount Juliet, Tennessee. A tree an...

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