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 […]

Monday, May 5, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1925, high school teacher John Scopes was arrested in Dayton for teaching his students the theory of evolution, leading to the infamous Scopes Monkey Trial. Is there a better way to start the week than hearing that Dollywood is set to expand next year? Today’s edition […]

Friday, May 2, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1836, the first session of the Johnson County court was held at the Pleasant Grove School House, marking a significant moment in the establishment of the new county. You already know there’s no crying in baseball—but does that rule apply to Little League? In today’s edition, […]