TSU Faces $46 Million Shortfall

Tennessee State University could face a $46 million deficit by the end of the year if it doesn’t receive financial assistance, auditors told the Board of Trustees.

The auditing update followed a warning to state lawmakers and the state comptroller that TSU would be unable to make its November payroll without additional state funding.

To avoid the shortfall in the current fiscal year, university leaders said they plan to repurpose $32.3 million in federal pandemic relief funds and secure $7.3 million owed to the university by Saudi Arabia.

They’ll also free up millions more through vendor contract negotiations, operating expense reductions and fundraising efforts.

Motorcycle Officer Struck by Driver

A Nashville police officer was injured after being struck by a vehicle while riding his motorcycle near Nashville International Airport, according to officials.

Officer Cory West was rear-ended by an SUV on Friday at the intersection of Elm Hill Pike and McCrory Creek Road.

He was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for treatment. The severity of his injuries has not yet been disclosed.

The 63-year-old driver of the SUV did not have a license and was charged with a citation.

List: Top 10 Winter Activities in Gatlinburg

Nestled in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, Gatlinburg transforms into a winter wonderland, as this list of winter adventures shows. 

Top choices include snuggling up in a secluded cabin or a scenic ride on the Aerial Tramway. Other top destinations include the Gatlinburg Space Needle, ideal for mountain views and pictures.

The full list includes museums, wildlife encounters, live entertainment, and more, offering plenty of options for one of the state’s top winter destinations. You can see it here.

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➤ Statewide: Gov. Bill Lee and the Department of Children’s Services announced a new grant program to reduce the cost of private adoptions and increase the recruitment of foster families in honor of National Adoption Month. (More)

➤ Johnson City: The East Tennessee State University Marching Bucs battled challenges ahead of their planned trip to New York City on Tuesday to perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. (More)

➤ Franklin: Dance Mania, a local dance group, is also performing in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. (More)

➤ Murfreesboro: A car crashed into Ascend Federal Credit Union, damaging the building, but no one was injured. (See Video Report)

➤ Coffee County: An escaped inmate who escaped while being transported to the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department has been captured. (See Photo)

➤ Nolensville: City leaders broke ground on a $200 million development for the community’s town square, the city’s first public square since its founding in 1797. (More)

➤ The Tennessee Titans defeated the Houston Texans 32-27 in an upset victory Sunday. The Titans travel to Washington to face the Commanders next weekend. (See Highlights)

➤ The University of Tennessee football team (9-2) defeated UTEP 56-0 Saturday in its last home game. They gear up for their final game next Saturday at noon against in-state rival Vanderbilt. (More)

➤ Memphis Grizzlies’ guard Vince Williams Jr. is out for at least four weeks with a right ankle sprain, adding to the team’s injury woes. (More)

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➤ The Knoxville Smokies’ new minor league baseball team opened a new retail store Saturday in the West Town Mall. (More)

➤ Memphis officials are considering a downtown sales tax of 0.5% aimed at funding improvements. The fee would need approval from the state legislature. (Video Report)

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➤ Liberty Place, a permanent supportive housing location for homeless veterans, opened its 32-unit location in Knoxville with help from the Knox Community Development Corporation. (More)

➤ Nashville’s Bar Bike released its 2024 list of best barbecue locations in the state’s capital for your next culinary adventure. (More)

➤ A young bear walked through a crowd shopping in Downtown Gatlinburg recently, to the bemusement of onlookers. (See Video)

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Do you plan to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?

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Friday’s Results:

Have you ever visited Graceland? 

1. Yes: 40.2%
2. No: 59.8%

What Tennessee city was portrayed in the Marvel film Iron Man 3?

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