Friday, June 13, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1947, Richmond Flowers Jr. was born in Alabama. A legend at the University of Tennessee, he became the school’s first NCAA track champion and once held the record for most receptions in football.

If you missed this week’s strawberry moon in Middle Tennessee, today’s edition includes a video of the celestial event, which won’t be seen again until 2043. See the strawberry moon in the story below.

Did you know that the team that makes The Tennessee Flyover also produces a national publication called The Flyover? Click here to subscribe and stay up to date with the latest national headlines—without the bias of legacy media outlets.

We’re sponsored today by DeleteMe. They can help you protect your personal information online, so check them out in today’s edition.

Don’t feel like reading the national edition of The Flyover? Tune in to The Flyover Podcast! New episodes drop daily—watch on YouTube or listen on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, all in under 15 minutes.

TN AG Sues Over Hispanic College Grant

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education, claiming one of its federal grant programs is discriminatory.

The suit targets the Hispanic Serving Institution program, which funds schools where at least 25% of the student body is Hispanic. Skrmetti argues this excludes schools like the University of Memphis—61% minority but not majority Hispanic—calling it unconstitutional and unfair.

The state is seeking to block the program’s ethnic enrollment requirement entirely.

Saharan Dust Blankets Middle TN Skies

Hazy skies and vivid sunsets in Middle Tennessee this week are thanks to a plume of Saharan dust drifting across the Atlantic.

The dust, combined with lingering Canadian wildfire smoke, is coloring the skies while also stifling tropical storm formation by drying out the atmosphere.

According to the National Hurricane Center, no storms are expected in the Atlantic for now, though forecasters still predict an active hurricane season.

The dust is expected to linger, keeping skies murky but storm activity low—at least for the moment.

K-9 Trainer Gives Shelter Dogs a Second Chance

Captain, an Anderson County shelter dog, is ready for adoption after undergoing training with a local sheriff’s deputy.

James Presson, a K-9 officer and dog trainer, has worked with the lab-shepherd mix once considered too unruly to place in a home, teaching the pup basic obedience skills.

Presson volunteers his off-duty time to help shelter dogs like Captain become more adoptable and plans to continue the effort.

A public meet-and-greet for Captain is set for Wednesday at the Anderson County Animal Shelter.

Flying together with our sponsor

Have you ever Googled yourself? It’s unsettling to see personal details like your home address, phone number, and even your relatives’ names listed for sale on data broker websites.

This public exposure leaves you vulnerable to identity theft, phishing scams, and harassment. But you have the right to stay private and protect your personal data.

DeleteMe offers a straightforward solution. Their privacy experts find and remove your personal information from hundreds of data broker sites all year long. You receive a detailed report in about 7 days, so you can see the work being done. This reduces your risk and provides peace of mind.

Take control of your data. Get 20% off at joindeleteme.com/FLYOVER with promo code FLYOVER at checkout.

➤ Statewide: June’s strawberry moon, named for the strawberry harvest season, peaked early Wednesday and will continue glowing with a reddish hue in night skies through the rest of the week. (See Moon)

➤ Nashville: The city’s homeless population rose 4.1% to 2,180, far below the 18% national increase, with rising housing costs and systemic barriers cited as key factors. (More)

➤ Rutherford County: The school board tentatively approved closing the district’s alternative school, which serves 50–80 students in grades 6–12 with academic and scheduling needs, to address a $6.1 million deficit. (See Photos)

➤ Franklin County: Officials are alerting drivers to a scam involving fake text messages claiming to be from the DMV about unpaid tickets and license suspensions, linking to fraudulent websites and citing bogus laws. (More)

➤ Shelby County: Officials reached a verbal agreement with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations to hire forensic scientists to work exclusively on city cases, with estimated first-year costs of $156,700 per scientist. (More)

➤ Kingsport: The aquatic center will join the global World’s Largest Swim Lesson on June 19, offering a free lesson to promote swim safety and help prevent drowning. (More)

Flying together with our sponsor

➤ Vanderbilt cross country runner Kacie Breeding was one of eight who objected to the recently approved House v. NCAA settlement, arguing that the agreement violates Title IX. (More)

➤ University of Memphis’ Gabriela Zych dominated at the 2025 USA Shooting National Rifle and Pistol Championship, winning two national titles for the Tigers. She’s the first shooting champion in school history. (More)

➤ Tennessee basketball star Zakai Zeigler was denied a preliminary injunction in his bid for a fifth year of eligibility after his fourth year ended in March. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s results: MLB | NHL | PGA | LPGA | Soccer

Flying together with our sponsor

➤ Elevate your golf game with FlightPath Tees—designed to reduce friction, increase distance, and improve accuracy off the tee. Engineered for performance, these tees help you drive straighter and farther with every swing. Upgrade your gear and experience the difference that smarter tee technology can make on the course.

➤ General Motors announced it will add Chevrolet Blazer assembly at its Spring Hill plant in 2027 as part of a $4 billion U.S. production expansion designed to avoid import tariffs. (More)

➤ Hemp-derived products will be regulated by the Alcoholic Beverage Commission beginning January 1, requiring new licenses, banning delivery sales, and tightening retail rules. (More)

➤ Knox County will implement a six-month hiring freeze starting July 1 across 11 departments to save up to $750,000 and avoid layoffs amid slowing revenue. (More)

Flying together with our sponsor

➤ Discover exclusive financial insights from Porter & Company—trusted by serious investors. This research reveals hidden opportunities and undervalued assets with the potential for long-term growth. Get the strategies top analysts use to grow wealth while avoiding market noise. Start making smarter, more confident investment decisions today.

Flying together with our sponsor

Every day, data brokers sell your personal details—career, family, and online habits—to the highest bidder, putting you at risk of identity theft and scams. DeleteMe removes your data from hundreds of sites, reducing your exposure and protecting your privacy. Take control of your digital life today.

Get 20% off at joindeleteme.com/FLYOVER with promo code FLYOVER.

➤ An Anderson County EMS crew tried to save a bluegill fish that struck their ambulance, likely dropped by a bird, placing it in water and rushing to the Clinch River, but it died. (See Fish)

➤ A camel born snow-white with blue eyes has joined the Tennessee Safari Park in Alamo, surprising zookeepers since both parents are typical brown camels. (See Camel)

➤ Tennessee law enforcement agencies are competing in the 21st Annual Law Enforcement Challenge, inviting the public to vote for the state’s best-looking cruiser by Aug. 8 through an online photo contest. (See Vote Details)

Flying together with our sponsor

➤ Upgrade your smile with the Sonic Glow Tooth Brush—designed to whiten teeth, remove plaque, and promote healthier gums using advanced sonic technology. This sleek electric toothbrush makes brushing effortless and effective. Get yours now and enjoy a brighter, cleaner smile with every use. Limited-time offer—order today!

What celestial event would you most want to witness?

Previous Results:

What Tennessee-born star deserves the focus of the next big biopic?

Dolly Parton: 25%
Morgan Freeman: 22%
Kenny Chesney: 18%
Other: 18%
Miley Cyrus: 17%

From which book of the Bible does the University of Tennessee borrow its motto?

Show me the answer

Unsubscribe (Step One)

The Tennessee Flyover
6688 Nolensville Rd
Ste 108 #2027
Brentwood, TN 37027

Friday, June 13, 2025

Friday, June 13, 2025

TN AG Sues Over Hispanic College Grant

Saharan Dust Blankets Middle TN Skies

K-9 Trainer Gives Shelter Dogs a Second Chance

One Email. All The Tennessee News.

Get Informed About The Volunteer State In 5 Minutes.

One Email. All The Tennessee News.

Get Informed About The Volunteer State In 5 Minutes.