Saturday, September 12, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2003, legendary country music icon Johnny Cash passed away in Nashville at the age of 71. Just days after marking the one-year anniversary of the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, we reflect on the current state of free speech on college campuses across America. See […]

Friday, September 11, 2026 On this day in 2001, terrorists attacked the United States, killing nearly 3,000 people. Overnight here in Tennessee, veterans and civilian volunteers honored every victim, climbing Nashville’s Pinnacle Tower and finishing at 8:46 a.m. CDT to commemorate the moment the first plane struck the North Tower. Likewise, communities statewide are remembering […]

Thursday, September 10, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1967, Elvis Presley recorded Guitar Man at Nashville’s famed RCA Studio B, with guitarist Jerry Reed sitting in on the session. Dolly Parton’s SongTeller Hotel and a sprawling museum tracing her life are set to open downtown later this month. What Tennessee tourist attraction is your […]

Wednesday, September 9, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1957, Nashville observed its first desegregated day of school following the Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education. Tennessee linebacker Arion Carter is donating $427 to cancer research for every tackle he makes this season in honor of his girlfriend’s cancer journey. Is there a charity or […]

Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Good morning! On this day in 1932, Grand Ole Opry member Patsy Cline was born in Virginia. She 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 issue of The Tennessee Flyover is a shortened holiday edition to allow staff to […]

Monday, September 7, 2026 Good morning! On this day in 1863, Union forces began the siege of the strategic Cumberland Gap mountain pass in East Tennessee. The three-day standoff ended with a Confederate surrender and a bloodless Union victory. Today’s issue of The Tennessee Flyover is a shortened holiday edition to allow the staff to enjoy the […]

Sunday, September 6, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1916, Clarence Saunders opened the very first Piggly Wiggly store in Memphis as the nation’s first true self-service grocery store. Looking for something fun to do in September? Learn about six Tennessee festivals bringing food, music, family fun, and plenty of fall vibes this month […]

Saturday, September 5, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1986, the Hernando DeSoto Bridge in Memphis was lit up for the very first time. The iconic bridge now spans the Mississippi River, connecting Memphis to West Memphis, Arkansas, and its lights have become a recognizable part of the city’s skyline. 🏈 It’s football time […]

Friday, September 4, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1991, country singer-songwriter Dottie West, known for writing advertising jingles like Coca-Cola’s 1970s Country Sunshine campaign, died in Nashville after a car crash. What are your plans for Labor Day Weekend? Hit reply to let us know. If you’re wondering what road travel may look like during the […]

Thursday, September 3, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, General Ambrose Burnside led Union forces to seize control of Knoxville, encountering little resistance as Confederate forces had already largely withdrawn. Do you remember what evenings felt like when you were a kid? The whole family at the table by six, a phone call after dinner, […]