Monday, June 9, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1845, James C. Napier, a prominent Black businessman who served as Register of the U.S. Treasury under President William Taft, was born in Nashville.

This morning brings exciting news: Ed, the runaway zebra from Rutherford County, was recovered after a week of roaming the area. See photos of Ed being airlifted home here.

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Abrego Garcia Returns to U.S. Court in Nashville

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran national deported from Maryland amid a federal immigration crackdown, was indicted in federal court in Nashville for human smuggling.

Prosecutors say he led a nearly decade-long operation transporting illegal immigrants—including MS-13 gang members and children—across the U.S. for profit.

Arrested after a 2022 Tennessee traffic stop, Abrego Garcia now faces charges of conspiracy and illegal transport, with an arraignment set for Friday.

Skydiving Plane Crashes in Tullahoma

A skydiving plane carrying around 20 people crashed near the Tullahoma Regional Airport just after takeoff on Sunday, according to state and federal officials.

No fatalities have been reported, but several people were seriously injured and airlifted to hospitals, while others were treated on the scene.

The de Havilland Canada DHC-6 Twin Otter went down near Old Shelbyville Highway, prompting a major emergency response.

Authorities are investigating the cause.

VP Vance Visits Nashville Amid CMA Fest

Vice President JD Vance visited Nashville on Thursday, coinciding with the city’s massive CMA Fest, prompting road closures and traffic alerts across downtown.

Vance was reportedly in town for a Republican National Committee fundraiser, with his visit including an afternoon at Kid Rock’s new eatery, Detroit Cowboy.

The high-profile appearance added to the buzz already surrounding one of Music City’s busiest weekends.

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➤ Statewide: Tennessee faces a foster care crisis, with 70 referrals per week, underscoring the urgent need underscoring the urgent need for more foster families, according to the Regional Alternative Care Environment program. (More)

➤ Rutherford County: Celebrity zebra Ed was safely recovered near I-24 on Sunday and airlifted home, ending a high-profile, weeklong search that drew national attention. (See Airlifted Ed)

➤ Memphis: Bass Pro Shops is donating 160 rods and reels to Raising the BAR, part of a 40,000-set national effort to get more kids outdoors for Free Fishing Day and beyond. (More)

➤ Davidson County: Over 19,000 local homeowners appealed their 2025 property assessments after median values jumped 45%, setting a record for reassessment review requests. (More)

➤ Knoxville: “Newts in Knoxville,” a downtown scavenger hunt, features 12 bronze newts sculptures that invite visitors to explore local art and discover the region’s rich salamander heritage. (See Newts)

➤ Defending national champion Tennessee fell to Arkansas 11-4 on Sunday, as the Razorbacks swept the Fayetteville Super Regional to reach their 12th Men’s College World Series. (More)

➤ NFL analyst Louis Riddick called Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward a “football savant” in a recent TV segment. (More)

➤ Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey reportedly needs ankle surgery that will cause him to miss the start of the 2025-2026 NBA season. (More)

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➤ A Hamilton County budget hearing sparked debate over a proposed $1 million tourism cut, as officials stressed Chattanooga needs 2,000 more daily visitors to support its growing hotel capacity. (More)

➤ Clarksville officials have proposed rezoning 112 acres from agricultural to industrial use, citing economic potential from nearby rail access and M-2 zoning, despite ongoing concerns about flood risks. (More)

➤ Pickleball’s rapid growth in East Tennessee is fueling new facility investments and broader participation, positioning the sport as a rising driver of recreation-based revenue. (See Pickleball Facilities)

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➤ A Nashville School of the Arts student performed at CMA Fest through a CMA Foundation program that has invested more than $30 million in music education for students nationwide. (See Performance)

➤ UT football players met fans at The Island in Pigeon Forge on Saturday, signing memorabilia and supporting the Legends of Tennessee’s youth football camps. (See Photos)

➤ Taylor Swift joined Travis Kelce at his cousin’s wedding in Knoxville, where the couple celebrated with family in a rustic setting that included dancing and local food. (See Video)

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