Thursday, April 2, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2006, a major tornado outbreak killed 26 people across West Tennessee and nearby states and caused millions of dollars in property damage. New candy data shows that Tennessee shoppers load up on favorite treats like jelly beans and M&Ms ahead of the Easter holiday. See more […]

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1980, WWE professional wrestler Randy Orton was born in Knoxville. Orton is the son of WWE Hall of Famer “Cowboy” Bob Orton. As Tennessee cities gear up for Memorial Day celebrations, Chattanooga has begun accepting applications for its Veterans Bridge Flag program, which honors vets with […]

Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2011, country music artist Mel McDaniel died in Hendersonville. McDaniel was a Grand Ole Opry member known for hits like Louisiana Saturday Night and Big Ole Brew. An Illinois couple made national headlines after choosing to host their wedding at an unconventional (but very convenient) Sevierville spot. […]

Monday, March 30, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2003, Lawrenceburg-born actor Michael Jeter, known for films like The Green Mile and Air Bud, died at the age of 50. A flower delivery turned into a head-scratcher when a Memphis grocery store worker found a rare bright blue crawfish tucked inside. See the colorful fellow in […]

Friday, March 27, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1814, Andrew Jackson led nearly 2,000 volunteer soldiers from Tennessee in an attack on a Creek Indian stronghold in what is now Tallapoosa County, Alabama. The victory at Horseshoe Bend made Jackson famous. Mt. Juliet police finished a pizza delivery after arresting a driver mid-route on […]

Thursday, March 26, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1749, William Blount, the first territorial governor of Tennessee and one of the state’s first U.S. senators, was born in North Carolina. Today’s edition includes a feel-good story out of Nashville: Titans star Jeffery Simmons surprised a new homeowner at a Habitat for Humanity ribbon-cutting by […]

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, the Battle of Brentwood ended swiftly after Confederate Gen. Nathan Bedford Forrest cut Union communication lines and forced Lieutenant Colonel Bloodgood and roughly 700 Union troops to surrender while guarding a key Nashville supply railroad. Do you feel like you need a bit of danger […]

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1976, legendary NFL quarterback Peyton Manning was born in New Orleans. Manning began his football career at the University of Tennessee, later becoming a 1998 first-round draft pick by the Indianapolis Colts. March Madness continues this week, and Tennessee is still in the game after beating […]

Monday, March 23, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1918, blues artist Granville “Stick” McGhee, famous for his hit song Drinkin’ Wine, Spo-Dee-O-Dee, was born in Knoxville. Are you enjoying the first days of spring? Newborns at a Middle Tennessee hospital welcomed the new season with adorable handmade outfits celebrating spring. See photos in the […]

Friday, March 20, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1968, Nashville received 8.2 inches of snow in a rare late-winter snowfall—the opposite of today’s nearly 80-degree temperatures in Music City. Mazy, a puppy stolen from a Mt. Juliet shelter, has received her happy ending after being returned in safe condition and adopted, all within a […]