Monday, March 23, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1918, blues artist Granville “Stick” McGhee, famous for his hit song Drinkin’ Wine, Spo-Dee-O-Dee, was born in Knoxville.

Are you enjoying the first days of spring? Newborns at a Middle Tennessee hospital welcomed the new season with adorable handmade outfits celebrating spring. See photos in the story below.

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Uncle Nearest Bankruptcy Bid Rejected

A federal court has dismissed a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing by Uncle Nearest CEO and co-founder Fawn Weaver, ruling she lacked authority to make the move.

The decision comes as the Tennessee whiskey brand faces a $108 million lawsuit from lender Farm Credit Mid-America over alleged loan defaults and lack of cooperation.

A court-appointed receiver was granted sole decision-making power for the company, including bankruptcy actions.

Uncle Nearest denies the claims, despite recent rapid growth that made it one of the fastest-rising whiskey brands in the country.

Pat Summitt Doc Set to Debut

A new documentary on Tennessee coaching legend Pat Summitt will premiere on Wednesday on Hulu, with additional releases on Disney+ and ESPN2 in the following weeks.

The film, produced with help from Robin Roberts’ company, traces Summitt’s life from her rural upbringing to her record-setting career and battle with Alzheimer’s.

Her son, Tyler Summitt, says it highlights her impact on players, women’s sports, and families beyond basketball.

Summitt led the Lady Vols to eight national titles and remains one of the most influential figures in NCAA basketball.

Easter Events Fill Midstate Calendar

Middle Tennessee is gearing up for Easter with family-friendly events, egg hunts, and brunches planned across the region.

Highlights include Cheekwood’s Great Spring Art Hop on April 3-4, featuring tens of thousands of eggs and live entertainment, and a prize-packed hunt at Hidden Gem Farm in Spring Hill later this month.

The Nashville Zoo and several local restaurants are also hosting themed activities, including brunches and kid-focused events.

The offerings should give families plenty of ways to celebrate, whether outdoors or around the table.

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➤ Smyrna: An 8-month-old girl with a rare liver disease awaits a life-saving transplant as her family searches for a donor and raises funds for the costly procedure. (More)

➤ Anderson County: Authorities responded to a local park after a fisherman found suspected military ordnance, but officials later confirmed the items were inert and posed no danger. (See Ordnance)

➤ Knoxville: UT Medical Center relocated patients and staff after cleaning agents were accidentally mixed, creating an airborne irritant that left 11 employees with symptoms but no serious injuries. (More)

➤ Collegedale: Firefighters rescued two baby goats trapped in a rollover crash, and one person was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries while the animals were safely returned home. (More)

➤ Memphis: Elementary school students donated more than 300 teddy bears to Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital in memory of their late teacher and her battle with cancer. (See Photos)

➤ Nashville: Cheekwood Estate & Gardens was named one of USA Today’s top 10 botanical gardens for 2026, recognized for its thousands of plant species and themed gardens in its fourth time on the list. (More)

➤ Tennessee men’s basketball closed out its second-round NCAA tournament matchup with UVA on a 9-1 run to secure a 79-72 win and a Sweet 16 appearance. (More)

➤ Nashville Predators center Steven Stamkos scored three points during Saturday’s 4-1 win over the Vegas Golden Knights, including a goal just 40 seconds into the first period. (More)

➤ Vanderbilt men’s basketball fell 74-72 to Nebraska in the NCAA Tournament’s second round on Saturday after sophomore guard Tyler Tanner’s half-court heave missed at the buzzer. (Watch Video)

➤ Meanwhile, second-seeded Vanderbilt women’s basketball crushed High Point 102-61 to move on to the second round of the tournament. Commodores sophomore guard Mikayla Blakes led the team with 30 points, breaking the team’s single-season scoring record in the process. (More)

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➤ Titan International will close its Jackson manufacturing facility by October, affecting about 140 workers as production shifts to other locations. (More)

➤ Chattanooga-based NOVONIX has 180 days to raise its share price to at least $1 after NASDAQ flagged it for noncompliance, but the company will remain listed during that period. (More)

➤ Nashville Electric Service and TVA EnergyRight offer free lighting assessments and discounted LED upgrades to small businesses in Nashville to help reduce energy costs. (More)

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➤ The Tennessee Titans hosted a statewide spelling bee, sending two students to the Scripps National Spelling Bee in Washington, D.C., after advancing past a field of more than 50,000 participants. (More)

➤ Newborns at Williamson Health marked the first day of spring dressed in handmade outfits like bees and daisies, offering a cheerful welcome to the new season. (See Babies)

➤ The Tennessee Performing Arts Center announced its upcoming Broadway lineup, featuring shows like Beetlejuice, Buena Vista Social Club, and Death Becomes Her. (More)

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Monday, March 23, 2026

Monday, March 23, 2026

Uncle Nearest Bankruptcy Bid Rejected

Pat Summitt Doc Set to Debut

Easter Events Fill Midstate Calendar

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