Monday, December 8, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1947, Southern rock artist Gregg Allman of The Allman Brothers Band fame was born in Nashville. Notably, Allman was married seven times, including a four-year marriage to Cher, the “Goddess of Pop.” Today’s edition highlights statewide animal hijinks, including a horse rescue, a Christmas-shopping deer, and […]

Friday, December 5, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1932, Richard Penniman, better known by his stage name Little Richard, was born in Georgia. He later became a renowned Tennessee performer, often playing blues clubs on Nashville’s Jefferson Street and owning multiple mansions in the state. If you’re a Spotify listener, you’ve likely already checked […]

Thursday, December 4, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1984, Jason DeFord, better known as hip-hop and country artist Jelly Roll, was born in Antioch. DeFord is an outspoken Christian and advocate for addicts and those who have been incarcerated. Organizers for Bonnaroo have announced the music festival’s 2026 lineup, which features popular artists ranging […]

Monday, December 1, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2001, Tennessee knocked off Florida 34-32 in Gainesville to clinch the SEC East in a game rescheduled due to the tragic events of September 11th. Today’s edition, however, covers Tennessee’s first loss to Vanderbilt since 2018, ending the Vols’ playoff hopes for the season. See a recap of […]

Thursday, November 27, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1909, Time journalist and author of A Death in the Family, James Agee, was born in Knoxville. His famed novel won a posthumously awarded Pulitzer Prize in 1958. Happy Thanksgiving to all our readers! Our staff is taking holiday time off to spend with their families, so today’s edition will […]

Monday, November 24, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, the Battle of Lookout Mountain, also known as the “Battle Above the Clouds’ because of heavy fog, was fought in Chattanooga. The event marked a Union Army victory. Gorillas and cougars and bears, oh my! Today’s edition brings you some exciting stories about Tennessee’s animal […]

Friday, November 21, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1943, Phil Bredesen, who served as the 48th governor of Tennessee from 2003 to 2011, was born in New Jersey. 🦃 There’s still time to share your favorite Thanksgiving memory with us! Reply to this email with your story, plus your first name and city, for […]

Thursday, November 20, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1900, a tornado outbreak devastated parts of Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Alabama. The disaster killed dozens and injured hundreds more. See the tornado map here. Comedian Nate Bargatze may soon develop a theme park in Nashville in a Dolly Parton-esque move that could bring new jobs […]

Monday, November 17, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, Confederate Gen. James Longstreet began his siege of Knoxville. The campaign failed within two weeks. Ready to start planning your holiday calendar? Consider checking out Franklin’s “Dickens of a Christmas” event, which features 1800s-inspired entertainment as an homage to the works of Charles Dickens. See details […]

The Tennessee Flyover Tennessee Senators Marsha Blackburn and Bill Hagerty may soon be allowed to sue the federal government for up to $500,000 per violation over seized phone records tied to the Jan. 6 investigation.                 ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   […]