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Pride of the Southland celebrates 140 years

The "Pride" was formed in 1869. Then, the band was a small, all-male corps of cadets attached to the military department at the University of Tennessee.

Young soldiers show heroism in Fort Hood tragedy

Unlike many, maybe even most of the soldiers on this enormous military post, privates first class Marquest Smith and Jeffrey Pearsall had never seen combat before Thursday. But the pair of 21-year-olds emerged from the tragic shootings of 43 soldiers and civilians here as bonafide combat heros.

Smokies' "ugly ring" keeps tourists, businesses busy

A recent article published by The National Geographic Society calls the Great Smoky Mountains National Park "a national treasure surrounded by a bath-tub ring of ugly, unplanned development."

Week 2 of TSSAA playoffs offers rematches

Rematch is the name of the game in Week 2 of the TSSAA playoffs. Several big rivalries will be replayed with state title hopes on the line next Friday.

Florida's Urban Meyer fined; apologizes

Southeastern Conference Commissioner used his new authority for the first time Friday, fining Florida football coach Urban Meyer $30,000 for comments critical of officials.

Ft. Campbell soldier charged with child abuse

Joseph Smith is accused of beating his girlfriend's son. Michelle Douglas is accused of trying to hide the injuries.

IRS has $1.77M in refunds for Tennesseans; are you one?

The Internal Revenue Service has $1.77 million in tax refunds due to Tennessee residents the IRS couldn't find to pay. Find out if you're one of them here.

Evangelist Billy Graham celebrates 91st birthday with gratitude

Graham, the world-famous evangelist who lives in Montreat outside Asheville, plans to have a quiet birthday, visiting with family members at his home.

Pedestrian hit by car in Greene Co. dies of injuries

According to the Greeneville Sun, 51-year-old Somphou Phommachanh was attempting to cross the eastbound lanes East Andrew Johnson Highway around 8:20 p.m. Friday when he was struck.

Authorities crack down on Oak Ridge drug dealers

Drug dealers in Oak Ridge had a surprise at their doors Friday night.

Suspected drunken driving stop ends with drug arrest

A suspected drunken driving stop ended with Kentucky State Police uncovering more than 300 prescription pills.

Knoxville man sentenced to prison for possession of child porn

A Knoxville man accused of having child pornography on his personal computer was sentenced in court on Friday.

Funny videos spread word about school data system

Anderson County students have used Skyward for a couple of months. Now they're using humor to convince their parents to try it.

Tanner, Gordon to oppose health reform bill

Two of the four middle Tennessee House Democrats who are part of the fiscally conservative Blue Dog Coalition will oppose a health care reform bill the House may bring to a vote on Saturday.

Three possibilities for Plumb Creek Park

Knox County Parks and Rec leaders have released three different possibilities for the layout of Plumb Creek Park. The options range from baseball diamonds to a skate park to disc golf.

Higher ed center showcases 'smart classroom'

Students and other users of the Kingsport Center for Higher Education will be able to take advantage of distance learning opportunities, thanks in part to a $50,000 grant from AT&T.

Wildfire season begins with plenty of moisture

With the drought conditions of the past couple of years washed away by above average rainfall this summer and autumn, the wildfire season has begun in Tennessee.

Waldenbooks closing in Knoxville Center Mall, Kingsport

The Waldenbooks in Knoxville Center Mall and Kingsport are two of 200 Borders Group's mall stores closing in January, eliminating about 1,500 positions nationwide.

Update: Reward in Corryton store owner's murder now $25k

A family friend to a Corryton store owner who was murdered in his store has added to the reward money already offered by the state of Tennessee and the man's family, bringing the total reward to $25,000.

Smokies Park officials: Watch out for construction vehicles

Hikers, cyclists, and horseback riders are advised to be on the lookout for construction vehicles on a 9-mile unopened portion of the Foothills Parkway starting November 12th.

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