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What This Story Is About Radio and television stations across Tennessee will simultaneously air Dolly Parton’s “I Will Always Love You” on Thursday morning in tribute to the singer and philanthropist. Why It Matters The statewide broadcast is intended to honor Parton as a unifyin...
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An Idaho judge has set the timeline for Bryan Kohberger's attempt to withdraw his guilty plea in the murders of four University of Idaho students, and he is warning attorneys on both sides that he will hold any new evidence in the case to a strict legal standard. Fourth District ...
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Tennessee high school athletics are not allowed to recruit student-athletes, but new documents obtained show some schools are facing penalties.
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Conor Anderson, 31, arrived in Nashville and checked into the Millennium Maxwell House hotel around 4:28 p.m. before he went to the Foo Fighters concert at Nissan Stadium....
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When it comes to paving a way for students, Volunteer State Community College is a growing choice in Middle Tennessee.
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Nashville’s newest music venue is looking to hire more than 150 people ahead of its opening this fall.
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A Kentucky police officer was arrested after authorities said he used the Flock Safety license plate reader camera system to track his ex-girlfriend over 2,000 times, marking the latest in a string of recent law enforcement officer resignations or arrests for alleged abuses of th...
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TWRA officers were called to the bridge over the lake on Weakley Lane in Smyrna just before 8 p.m.
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A former Knoxville police officer is facing a charge after special agents investigated accusations about his conduct at a reported death scene.
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The deadly flash flood in Nepal on Wednesday was likely caused by a huge chunk of a glacier that broke off and temporarily dammed a river, according to preliminary investigations by scientists. That may have led to the backed-up water surging downstream with enormous force a few ...
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Habitat for Humanity of Sumner County wants to help more people own a home and has started taking applications for a new community called "The Hudson."...
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After Wednesday's rain and severe storms, the rain chance is lower for Thursday. From here, Middle Tennessee is on the way to an intense heat wave through the middle of next week....
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Kentucky State Police arrested a Lexington man who they say pointed a laser at a police helicopter early Monday morning.
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The Supreme Court struck down a sweeping set of federal tariffs, triggering a massive government payout to businesses that had paid into the system but whether that money makes it back to consumers depends largely on where you shop. The government collected an estimated $166 bill...
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The Nolensville Police Department and Williamson County Schools are partnering for a safety initiative focused on student safety while riding school buses. Officers are now riding school buses to lookout for traffic violations by drivers. Sgt. Matthew Neal said the idea sparked f...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - A felon was charged with attempted murder for a shooting inside an apartment complex on N. Dupont Avenue last week, according to the Metro Nashville Police Department. The shooting occurred on Aug. 19. Police said 29-year-old Devontey Sherley entered the...
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Tennessee's Speaker of the House of Representatives wants to eliminate a loophole involving immigration enforcement.
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A foggy start this morning in parts of Middle Tennessee south of I-40.A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 9 a.m.
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JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. ( WBRC /Gray News) - An Alabama woman who was seriously burned by a pot pie from Church’s Texas Chicken won a $20,000 settlement after she sued the fast food chain. Yolanda Jackson was burned by a Church’s chicken pot pie she ordered in the drive-thru at a ...
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The Nashville-based director — whose film is now available via Shudder — discusses his influences and indie filmmaking
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A park-once, three-spot evening out in L&L Market
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Roadway deaths are regular tragedies in Nashville — and the city is trying to build itself into the future
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Alex Ullom's road-trip horror film opens Friday in select Regal and AMC locations
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A Nashville man has been accused of cutting down dozens of trees in Savage Gulf State Park in Grundy County.
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CHIPPEWA FALLS, Wis. ( WEAU /Gray News) - The cousin of a 10-year-old Wisconsin girl who was found dead in the woods after leaving her aunt’s house in 2022 has pleaded guilty to her murder. Carson Peters-Berger, 18, pleaded guilty Wednesday to first-degree intentional homicide in...
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Historic Downtown Gallatin continues to serve as the heart of the city, where centuries of history meet new businesses, restaurants, and community events....
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A petition to rename Nashville International Airport in honor of Dolly Parton is gaining new momentum following the Tennessee icon's death, and now a state lawmaker says he plans to turn the effort into legislation....
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ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - Baseball can be a fun yet excruciating game. And while it has been an excruciating season for Ha-Seong Kim, his walk-off single to lift the Atlanta Braves to a 6-5 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday was one of those fun — and much-ne...
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A years-long legal battle over what social media is doing to American children is ending with a record-setting settlement and changes that could make Instagram and Facebook look very different for young users. Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti...
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What This Story Is About The TSSAA football season hits its second week Why It Matters High school teams continue to work towards the playoffs What Happens Next Mid-state games kick-off Fridays at 7pm For Context The high school football season is underway in Tennessee NASHVILLE,...
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What This Story Is About Ravenwood hosts Lipscomb Academy this Friday Why It Matters Big matchup between two of the best public and private school programs in the midstate What Happens Next The two teams will kick it off Friday at 7pm For Context This is the second week of the TS...
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A Grand Jury indicted a Nashville man last month for illegally cutting down dozens of state trees in Grundy County. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture said Charles Trost from Nashville is facing prison time and a $25,000 fine for cutting down trees within Savage Gulf State P...
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The constant stream of tributes, videos and headlines on social media can make it harder for some people to process the loss of an icon like Dolly Parton. Fans across generations are mourning Parton, with some describing a deep, personal sense of loss despite never having met her...
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. ( WAVE /Gray News) - A Kentucky police officer is facing multiple charges after authorities said he misused access to Flock camera database systems to track a woman’s movements over a five-month period. Asad Zahir, 40, faces five counts of first-degree official mi...
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SANTA FE, N.M. ( AZFamily /Gray News) — A San Carlos Apache tribal member and firefighter died while assisting with wildfire suppression efforts in New Mexico. Randy Lupe, 62, from the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation , died from a medical emergency on Sunday. Officials said ...
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What This Story Is About Dolly Parton’s legacy will live on, not just in her music, but in the business empire she built that will continue to grow even after she’s gone. Why It Matters A business can’t succeed without demand, and for Dolly, it’s worldwide. What Happens Next Doll...
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PHOENIX ( AZFamily /Gray News) — A man was jailed after he was allegedly caught damaging a photo safety camera in Phoenix last week, with damages estimated in the tens of thousands of dollars. Brandon Ribadeneira, 20, was arrested this week on one felony count of criminal damage....
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The Grand Ole Opry is planning a tribute to Dolly Parton on Saturday night.
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What This Story Is About Detailing Dolly Parton’s philanthropic impact and personal connection to East Tennessee during major disasters. Why It Matters For East Tennesseans, Dolly Parton was not just a global celebrity, but a local lifeline. Her rapid, hands-on responses to the 2...
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Tennessee radio stations will unite Thursday morning in a statewide musical tribute to Dolly Parton.
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Dolly Parton may be remembered around the world for her music, but one of the legacies she was most proud of began with something much simpler.
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WASHINGTON (Gray DC) - Data centers have become a centerpiece issue for candidates running for office across the country ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Both Democrats and Republicans are trying to tap into backlash against data centers and are using them as a major focal po...
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Balloons, cards, pictures, flowers, and other tributes line the entrance to Dolly Parton's Brentwood home following her death.
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She had a way of making people feel like she was singing directly to them. You can see that connection in the people still showing up, leaving flowers, candles, photos and notes around her star....
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A multi-agency investigation into illegal gambling in Columbia has led to more than $1.3 million in cash seized and 13 people arrested.
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Aggravated assault charges have been issued against the suspect connected to an officer-involved shooting in Fairview, according to a statement from the city....
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What This Story Is About Memorials for Dolly Parton have grown outside the Country Music Hall of Fame in downtown Nashville, with fans leaving flowers, balloons and messages around her star on the Music City Walk of Fame. Visitors from Tennessee, Kentucky and the United Kingdom s...
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What This Story Is About Fans are remembering Dolly Parton outside her home in Brentwood. Why It Matters Dolly Parton passed away Tuesday after a brief battle with cancer. What Happens Next There has been a steady flow of people driving by her house, where the memorial will be re...
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Four men have been indicted on first-degree murder charges.
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Tennessee lawmakers on both sides of the aisle plan to honor the late country music superstar, businesswoman, and philanthropist Dolly Parton during the upcoming legislative session next January....
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NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Millions of children worldwide know the feeling of receiving a new book from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. The program started small as Parton’s initiative to foster a love of reading in her home county in East Tennessee. Thirty years since it star...
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(Gray News) - The NFL’s Pro Bowl game has been canceled. The league announced Wednesday the elimination of the AFC-NFC Pro Bowl game, which featured the league’s top players in an exhibition matchup that dated back decades. Instead, the NFL said it would place greater emphasis on...
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What This Story Is About A family is seeking answers after they say 15 bullets were fired into their son’s car outside their home Tuesday morning. Why It Matters The family attorney said he believes the Fairview police officers crossed the line by using excessive force. What Happ...
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Dolly Parton's legacy extends far beyond music, with many remembering the country music icon for her generosity and commitment to helping others.
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Leaders at the center said they were forced to close in mid-June after city leaders tried to take over the non-profit and have it run by the Clarksville Parks and Recreation Department. The nonprofit fought back, and a judge agreed it was illegal for the city to try to take over ...
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What This Story Is About The Grand Ole Opry honored Dolly Parton at the beginning of Tuesday night’s live show. Why It Matters Parton was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry in 1969 at age 23. What Happens Next A tribute performance for Parton is scheduled at the Opry on Saturday . ...
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What This Story Is About Four people have been indicted on first-degree murder charges in the December 2025 killing of Gavin Thompson. Why It Matters Two suspects have not been located. Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward for information leading to their whereabouts. Catch U...
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From a young man asking Dolly to be his prom date to those who grew up next to Dolly and everything in between—it is no secret that she left a long-lasting impact....
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What This Story Is About Brentwood police closed the eastbound lane of Crockett Road near Dolly Parton’s home as mourners continue to visit and leave tributes. Why It Matters The closure affects traffic between Green Hills Boulevard and Concord Road. Police are asking drivers to ...
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Music City is continuing to remember Dolly Parton as tributes to the country music icon spread across Middle Tennessee.
