Monday, December 1, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 2001, Tennessee knocked off Florida 34-32 in Gainesville to clinch the SEC East in a game rescheduled due to the tragic events of September 11th. Today’s edition, however, covers Tennessee’s first loss to Vanderbilt since 2018, ending the Vols’ playoff hopes for the season. See a recap of […]

Thursday, November 27, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1909, Time journalist and author of A Death in the Family, James Agee, was born in Knoxville. His famed novel won a posthumously awarded Pulitzer Prize in 1958. Happy Thanksgiving to all our readers! Our staff is taking holiday time off to spend with their families, so today’s edition will […]

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1807, Warren County was officially established by the Tennessee General Assembly, becoming the 30th county in the state. Last week, we asked our readers to share what they consider their Thanksgiving specialty, and your responses would make for quite a feast. We heard about recipes like […]

Tuesday, November 25, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1997, Blues Hall of Famer Fenton Robinson died, leaving behind a legacy that included the hit song Tennessee Woman—his first recorded single, created in Memphis. With Thanksgiving just days away, Tennesseans are embracing the Volunteer Spirit all across the state by giving back to their communities, […]

Monday, November 24, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, the Battle of Lookout Mountain, also known as the “Battle Above the Clouds’ because of heavy fog, was fought in Chattanooga. The event marked a Union Army victory. Gorillas and cougars and bears, oh my! Today’s edition brings you some exciting stories about Tennessee’s animal […]

Friday, November 21, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1943, Phil Bredesen, who served as the 48th governor of Tennessee from 2003 to 2011, was born in New Jersey. 🦃 There’s still time to share your favorite Thanksgiving memory with us! Reply to this email with your story, plus your first name and city, for […]

Thursday, November 20, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1900, a tornado outbreak devastated parts of Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Alabama. The disaster killed dozens and injured hundreds more. See the tornado map here. Comedian Nate Bargatze may soon develop a theme park in Nashville in a Dolly Parton-esque move that could bring new jobs […]

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1924, Grammy-winning Gospel singer J.D. Sumner was born. Sumner, who received a world record for the lowest bass voice, was born in Florida but buried in Nashville, where he spent much of his career. Cat lovers, it’s your time to shine. Today’s edition highlights two feline […]

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1950, Saved by the Bell actor Dennis Haskins was born in Chattanooga. A graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, Haskins’ iconic character was known for the catchphrase, “Hey, hey, hey, hey, hey, what is going on here?” 🦃 Can you believe Thanksgiving is next […]

Monday, November 17, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1863, Confederate Gen. James Longstreet began his siege of Knoxville. The campaign failed within two weeks. Ready to start planning your holiday calendar? Consider checking out Franklin’s “Dickens of a Christmas” event, which features 1800s-inspired entertainment as an homage to the works of Charles Dickens. See details […]