Thursday, May 29, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1997, musician Jeff Buckley—best known for his haunting rendition of Leonard Cohen’s Hallelujah—tragically drowned in the Mississippi River near Memphis at age 30. Ready to give newcomers a warm Tennessee welcome? Tennessee ranks among the top destinations for relocating Americans, thanks to its rich musical […]

Monday, May 26, 2025 Grateful Memorial Day morning. On this day in 2013, Grace Grissom, founder of Nashville-based Mrs. Grissom’s Salads, passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind a legacy of grit and entrepreneurship cultivated by the post-WWII era. Each Memorial Day, we’re thankful to those who gave their lives in defense of […]

Friday, May 23, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2022, the Ocoee Whitewater Center in the Cherokee National Forest was closed after being destroyed in a fire. The historic center was built in 1996 to host events for the Atlanta Summer Olympics. Craving an easy dinner without sacrificing the comfort of home? Dolly Parton has […]

Thursday, May 22, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1978, actress Ginnifer Goodwin was born in Memphis; she has gone on to star in several acclaimed films and TV series, including titles like He’s Just Not That Into You and Once Upon a Time. Fans of Alan Jackson, it’s time to start booking your travel […]

Monday, May 19, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1902, the Fraterville Mine Disaster took place, claiming the lives of 216 mine workers and marking the worst mine disaster in Tennessee history. Today’s edition includes exciting news for fans of skincare products; Flying Cow, a Texas-based skincare brand known for using tallow in its products, […]

Friday, May 16, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1868, President Andrew Johnson, formerly Governor of Tennessee, was acquitted during his impeachment trial after the Senate majority voting to convict him fell short by one vote. Today’s edition includes the first-ever answer to the question on every Vols fan’s mind: Who is the student behind […]

Thursday, May 15, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2009, a series of severe tornadoes and floods that ravaged Benton, McMinn, Rutherford, and Sequatchie Counties was federally declared a major disaster. What better way to start the morning than by watching the 2-year-old son of Nashville native Mookie Betts throw the first pitch at Tuesday’s […]

Monday, May 12, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, Union gunboats attacked Confederate forces in Linden, ferrying cavalry across the Tennessee River to stage a successful surprise attack. The Nashville Zoo celebrated Mother’s Day with the new addition of its first southern pudu fawn—the smallest species of deer in the world. Catch a glimpse […]

Friday, May 9, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2020, rock legend Little Richard passed away at the age of 87 in Tullahoma, leaving behind a legacy that included hits like Tutti Frutti and Good Golly Miss Molly. Nashville readers may need to rethink their commute in the coming weeks—the city has ended its […]

Thursday, May 8, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1541, Spanish conquistador Hernando De Soto reached the Mississippi River just south of present-day Memphis, making history as one of the first Europeans to visit that location. Don’t worry, you’re not just hearing things—that high-pitched buzz is the sweet sound of Brood XIV cicadas emerging from […]