Monday, August 18, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1920, Tennessee, by a single vote, ratified the 19th Amendment, becoming the 36th and final state needed to enshrine women’s right to vote in the U.S. Constitution.

Last week, we asked your thoughts on hand-feeding ostriches at Zoo Knoxville—and you sounded off! One reader called the activity “silly,” while another shared that his dad nearly lost a finger feeding an ostrich. Thanks to our faithful readers for writing in!

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Thanks to you, our readers, The Flyover has officially raised $1 million in less than two weeks through our reader-owned investment campaign.

That kind of momentum puts us among the fastest crowdfunding (Regulation CF) campaigns in the country—and it’s only possible because you believe in what we’re building together. Thank you!

We launched The Flyover to give Americans a bias-free, fact-first alternative to legacy media. Your overwhelming response tells us this mission matters—and we’re humbled by your trust.

While the 10% bonus shares for our first $1 million raised have now ended, we’re excited to announce:

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Middle Tennessee Braces for Triple-Digit Heat

Officials issued a Code Red Weather Alert for Middle Tennessee as temperatures are expected to climb into the low 100s through Tuesday, with heat index values expected to reach 109 degrees.

Residents are urged to stay cool and indoors when possible, especially from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the most dangerous hours when outdoor activity should be limited.

Rain chances are slim, offering little relief until a cold front pushes through Thursday, dropping highs back into the upper 80s.

Report: Try Memphis for a Mansion Under $1M

A new Zillow report says Memphis is one of just four U.S. markets where you can still buy a mansion for under $1 million.

Along with Buffalo, Indianapolis, and Cleveland, Memphis offers median 5,000-square-foot homes priced below the national mansion average of $1.4 million.

In Memphis, the median mansion costs about $996,700, while entry-level or “starter mansions” sell for around $771,300.

By contrast, Nashville’s starter mansions now run over $1.5 million. Read the report here.

Jelly Roll Gives Back to Old Prosecutor’s Nonprofit

Country star Jelly Roll is donating a portion of his Grand Ole Opry ticket sales through September 2026 to a Nashville nonprofit co-founded by the judge who once helped put him behind bars.

The Judge Dinkins Educational Center (JDEC), co-founded by Judges Richard Dinkins and Jim Todd, provides education and trade training for at-risk youth.

Jelly Roll credits Todd with helping turn his life around and says supporting JDEC is a way to show kids what’s possible.

The deal also supports Jelly Roll’s own charitable fund.

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➤ Jackson: Prosecutors say three people helped quadruple murder suspect Austin Drummond evade capture by providing phones, shelter, and rides. (See Details)

➤ Bellevue: Fire officials are investigating a Saturday apartment fire that destroyed 12 units, displaced families, and injured one firefighter. (More)

➤ Sevier County: Officials asked Sen. Marsha Blackburn to help expedite repairs to Newfound Gap Road, warning the prolonged closure since Aug. 2 could severely impact fall tourism. (More)

➤ Antioch: Parents are calling for urgent safety improvements to a school bus stop on Hamilton Church Road, where drivers frequently ignore stopped buses. (More)

➤ Nashville: A local church has opened a no-cost medical equipment “library,” offering wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches to community members in need for as long as they require them. (More)

➤ Memphis: Police report aggravated assaults have dropped 16% since early 2025, with two initiatives targeting repeat violent offenders, including a program addressing domestic violence. (More)

➤ Tennessee Titans No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward struggled in his second preseason game on Friday, completing just two of his seven passes in a 23-20 Titans win. (More)

➤ Tennessee Vols transfer quarterback Joey Aguilar showcased his arm strength in Friday’s scrimmage, connecting with fellow transfer Amari Jefferson on a deep pass. (Watch Video)

➤ Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant has been awarded $300,000 in a lawsuit with a wing restaurant that alleges they used his name, image, and likeness without financial compensation. (More)

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➤ In-N-Out Burger confirmed it will bring its iconic crossed palm trees to upcoming Tennessee locations, continuing a tradition started in 1972. (More)

➤ Over 50 investors bought an East Bank scrapyard for $245 million in hopes of transforming the stadium-adjacent industrial site into a family-friendly neighborhood. (More)

➤ FedEx Supply Chain will lay off employees at two Memphis offices over the next two months as work shifts from its Quest Way and Challenge Drive sites to a third-party logistics provider. (More)

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➤ A U.S. Army Specialist surprised his 6-year-old daughter with an emotional reunion at her Knox County elementary school after a 10-month deployment in Kuwait. (See Reunion)

➤ Dollywood and Coca-Cola released “Pop Fizz,” a cream soda with a cherry-cotton candy flavor, exclusively at the theme park to mark its 40th anniversary. (More)

➤ A Hendersonville man’s photo was chosen from more than 1,200 entries for the annual Tennessee Wildlife Magazine calendar after he began wildlife photography during the pandemic. (More)

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How do you feel about UT switching from Nike to Adidas?

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Team Adidas: 31%
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Team Nike: 17%

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Monday, August 18, 2025

Monday, August 18, 2025

Middle Tennessee Braces for Triple-Digit Heat

Report: Try Memphis for a Mansion Under $1M

Jelly Roll Gives Back to Old Prosecutor’s Nonprofit

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