Friday, October 24, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1996, actor Jack Alcott, known for his recent breakout role in the next generation series Dexter: New Blood, was born in Nashville.

Bird watchers, rejoice! Officials announced plans to reintroduce the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker to Tennessee by 2028—a species that’s been absent since 1994. See details in the story below.

If you’ve ever wondered how you could make a real difference in someone’s darkest moment, today’s sponsor, Convoy of Hope, is turning compassion into action when it’s needed most.

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Tennessee School Tightens Flags Policy

Tullahoma City Schools voted Tuesday to allow only the American and Tennessee flags in classrooms, banning all others starting next year.

The move followed a controversy involving a teacher who reportedly displayed a pride flag and made remarks about conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Supporters say the change keeps classrooms focused on education rather than political debates.

Competing petitions are circulating, and local Democrats plan to challenge the board in upcoming elections.

Tennessee Moms Lead Recess Push Nationwide

Two Tennessee mothers have launched a fast-growing national campaign, Say Yes To Recess, advocating for more outdoor play and flexible learning in elementary schools.

In just 10 months, the movement has spread to 30% of U.S. states and helped push Tennessee to require 40 minutes of daily recess.

The group is calling for at least 60 minutes of screen-free, uninterrupted play, and is pushing back on schools using weather as an excuse to cancel recess. See their Facebook page here.

Founders say it’s about helping kids regulate, recharge, and return to learning ready to thrive.

Woodpecker Comeback Planned for TN

State and federal agencies are teaming up to reintroduce the endangered red-cockaded woodpecker to Tennessee for the first time since 1994.

Announced at MTSU’s Biodiversity Summit, the plan includes restoring 1,200 acres of shortleaf pine forest in the Gulf State Natural Area, with bird reintroduction targeted for 2028.

The species vanished due to logging and fire suppression, but officials say this effort marks a major win for conservation.

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➤ Statewide: Construction on a 122-mile natural gas pipeline through eight Tennessee counties will begin Nov. 1, aiming to supply the TVA’s Kingston Energy Complex by spring 2027. (More)

➤ Knoxville: Dozens gathered outside the city’s ICE office on Tuesday, demanding the release of an immigrant activist detained earlier this month, despite his prior drug and DUI convictions. (More)

➤ Spring Hill: The city is asking residents to pay utility bills in person after Monday’s Amazon Web Services outage knocked out the city’s online payment system. (More)

➤ Maury County: A deer hunter stranded 15 feet up a tree in Yanahli Park was rescued on Sunday after first responders used a new GPS app to pinpoint his location deep in the woods. (See Photos)

➤ Loudon: The utilities board lifted its 24-hour boil water notice after a major line break raised the risk of fecal contamination in several neighborhoods. (More)

➤ Johnson City: The Salvation Army is recruiting volunteer bellringers to help meet a $600,000 fundraising goal, with the Red Kettle Campaign starting Nov. 14. (More)

➤ Vanderbilt hosted a field-goal-kicking clinic on Alumni Lawn to prepare for College GameDay’s arrival tomorrow. The show is famous for picking a random student to attempt a field goal kick with a cash prize on the line, so the school is trying to help students get some practice before the on-air test. (More)

➤ Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello signed a deal to become the San Francisco Giants’ next manager. He’ll earn over $3.5 million per year for the duration of his three-year deal, making him the highest-paid first-year manager in MLB history. (More)

➤ The Memphis Grizzlies won their season opener over the Pelicans, thanks to a 35-point performance from point guard Ja Morant. They’ll try to keep it rolling tonight at home against the Miami Heat. (More)

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➤ Gov. Bill Lee met with Korean business leaders in Seoul on Thursday to strengthen Tennessee’s role in electric vehicle supply chains, following $6 billion in investments and 4,500 jobs created by Korean firms. (More)

➤ Daisy’s, a new bar featuring non-alcoholic drinks, light food, and live events, is set to open Nov. 1 in Maryville as a welcoming space for those seeking fun without alcohol. (More)

➤ Nashville’s Metro Council on Tuesday approved a key rezoning measure for Oracle’s future $1 billion River North campus, paving the way for mixed-use development across 9 acres. (More)

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➤ A 1 year old from Nashville is a finalist for the 2025 Baby of the Year, a national Baby2Baby fundraiser offering a $25,000 prize and a photo feature in Variety. (See Baby)

➤ Ripley’s Believe It or Not! will open its new Illusion Lab in Pigeon Forge next Wednesday, featuring interactive displays, photo opportunities, and exhibits celebrating local themes. (More)

➤ Nashville Opera is debuting its first-ever Jukebox Live show this weekend, blending opera vocals with audience-requested hits from Van Halen to Broadway. (See Details)

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Friday, October 24, 2025

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Tennessee School Tightens Flags Policy

Tennessee Moms Lead Recess Push Nationwide

Woodpecker Comeback Planned for TN

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