Thursday, June 26, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1977, Memphis-born legend Elvis Presley performed his final concert at Market Square Arena in Indianapolis, just weeks before his August death.

If you need a boost in your state pride, today’s edition highlights the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee contest, which showcases Tennessee-made products and is open for nominations through Monday. See contest details in the story below.

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.

SBA Disaster Loans Now Available

The U.S. Small Business Administration is now offering low-interest disaster loans to Tennesseans affected by April’s severe storms and flooding.

Residents and businesses in nine primary counties can apply for both physical damage and economic injury loans following a federal disaster declaration last week.

Homeowners may borrow up to $500,000 for property repairs, while businesses can seek up to $2 million to cover losses.

Applications also support storm mitigation efforts, like installing safe rooms or wind-rated upgrades.

UT Vet in the Running for National Honor

Kevin Ho, a University of Tennessee student and military veteran, has been named Tennessee’s 2025 Military Friendly Veteran of the Year and is now vying for the national title.

Ho serves as president of Student Veterans of America at UT, a student government senator, and holds leadership roles in campus Greek life.

Known for his dedication and work ethic, he’s also a familiar face at the Veterans Success Center. Voting for the national award closes on July 4.

Maren Morris Scoops for a Cause in Nashville

Country star and Grammy winner Maren Morris served ice cream in Nashville’s Gulch on Tuesday to support Second Harvest Food Bank.

Partnering with Van Leeuwen Ice Cream, Morris launched a new orange-vanilla flavor, Dreamsicle, named after her latest album.

Proceeds from the event will support efforts to fight hunger—a mission Morris says was inspired by Second Harvest’s pandemic response

The limited-time flavor is still available at Van Leeuwen’s Gulch and Edgehill locations.

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➤ Nashville: The Covenant School, site of a 2023 shooting, is under contract to purchase seven lots for a new campus, with Metro Planning Department review expected in the coming weeks. (More)

➤ Shelby County: The County Commission approved $1.5 million for a local crime lab and added four scientists to the state lab in Jackson to focus solely on Memphis cases. (More)

➤ Chattanooga: Officials urged residents to reduce power use by delaying appliances, raising thermostats, and conserving AC as triple-digit heat strains the energy grid. (See Details)

➤ Bristol: Food City donated $100,000 to Healing Hands Health, a clinic serving the underinsured, to support its expansion and reach more patients. (More)

➤ Sumner County: A second black bear was spotted near homes in Cottontown as officials urge residents to secure food and give space to young bears roaming westward. (See Bear)

➤ Nolensville: National childcare provider Kiddie Academy broke ground Friday on its sixth Middle Tennessee site, set to open by early 2026 with 12 classrooms and capacity for 150 children. (More)

➤ The Memphis Grizzlies selected 6-foot-5 forward Cedric Coward at No. 11 in Wednesday’s 2025 NBA Draft, trading the No. 16 pick, a 2028 first-rounder, and two second-rounders to the Portland Trailblazers. (More)

➤ The Tennessee Titans will host seven open practices for 2025 Training Camp, including one at Nissan Stadium on July 26, with free tickets available online. (More)

➤ The Nashville Predators will host a free Draft Watch Party on June 27 at Bridgestone Arena, with doors opening at 4 p.m. for Smashville Loyal members and 5:30 p.m. for the public. (More)

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➤ The former Emerald Sound Studio on Nashville’s Music Row, where legends like Johnny Cash and Reba recorded, is for sale at $4.65 million, featuring three studios, vocal booths, and songwriting rooms. (More)

➤ Howmet Aerospace is expanding its Morristown facility, creating 217 jobs and increasing production of jet engine components—largely using recycled alloys—to meet rising demand for aircraft parts. (More)

➤ Kroger will close 60 stores nationwide, but its Nashville Division—covering East Tennessee—remains mostly unaffected, except for one Kingsport store closing in September. (More)

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➤ Nominations are open for the 2025 Coolest Thing Made in Tennessee contest, with public voting from July to September and a winner announced on October 1. (See Details)

➤ An interactive exhibit celebrating the Kingsport Carousel’s 10th anniversary opens July 14 at the Renaissance Center, with a preview on display at City Hall through July 3. (More)

➤ Victoria Fuller, known from The Bachelor, ranks second in the Miss Tennessee USA People’s Choice vote and will earn a semifinal spot if she holds that position through Saturday. (More)

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Thursday, June 26, 2025

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SBA Disaster Loans Now Available

UT Vet in the Running for National Honor

Maren Morris Scoops for a Cause in Nashville

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