Thursday, October 2, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1927, Austin Peay, Tennessee’s 35th governor, died in Nashville at 51 while still in office. Interested in Tennessee real estate? The iconic Cragvue Estate, a 4,481-square-foot mansion perched above the Tennessee River, is now for sale at $2.8 million. See details on the mansion in Top […]

Friday, September 19, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1887, Cora “Lovie” Austin, an American jazz and blues pianist, songwriter, and bandleader for The Blues Serenaders, was born in Chattanooga. Five Tennessee barbecue spots just landed on Southern Living’s list of the South’s best. Check out the full list in Top Stories—did your favorite make the cut? If […]

Thursday, September 18, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, the Battle of Chickamauga began outside of Chattanooga. The battle marked a tactical victory for the Confederates but proved costly, with about 20% of their army killed. Today’s edition includes some of the most notable moments from this week’s Tennessee football matchup against Georgia, including […]

Monday, September 15, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1886, the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga first opened its doors under the name of Chattanooga University, boasting seven faculty members and 118 students. Last week, we told you about a Clarksville football coach who was removed from a game after reading his Bible at halftime. […]

Thursday, September 11, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2008, the 9/11 Pentagon Memorial was dedicated—a project designed by Julie Beckman, now a faculty member in the University of Tennessee’s School of Architecture. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will soon purchase 7,500 acres of wetlands along the Hatchie River, creating a new Wildlife Management Area […]

Monday, September 8, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1932, Grand Ole Opry member Patsy Cline was born in Virginia, but became a star in Tennessee, pioneering the Nashville Sound and leaving a legacy with hits like Crazy and her heartfelt rendition of Tennessee Waltz. Today’s edition features a literal legend: Mt. Juliet toddler Legend Whaley, […]

Friday, September 5, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1846, legendary whiskey maker Jack Daniel was thought to have been born in Lynchburg—though his birthday remains a matter of controversy, as he never told anyone his real age. Tennessee-born comic Nate Bargatze will bring his Big Dumb Eyes World Tour to Knoxville, Memphis, and Nashville. […]

The Tennessee Flyover East Tennessee’s fall foliage is expected to peak right on time this year, with the highest elevations in the Smokies turning in early to mid-October and valleys like Knoxville following in late October to early November. ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌   ͏ ‌ […]

Monday, September 1, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1814, James Robertson, a pioneer and frontiersman sometimes known as the “Father of Middle Tennessee,” died after swimming through several creeks on his final mission, despite being in his 70s. The Tennessee Flyover wishes you a restful Labor Day with your loved ones. Today’s and Tuesday’s […]

Friday, August 29, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in Louisiana. The disaster devastated the region—but countless Tennesseans embodied the volunteer spirit by stepping up to help those in need. You can read some of their stories here. The Knoxville Police Department wants name suggestions for its three new mounted […]