Thursday, March 13, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1993, the ‘Storm of the Century’ blanketed the Tennessee Valley with over a foot of snow, causing power outages and extreme cold.

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Kelsey Receives Presidential Pardon

President Trump fully pardoned former Tennessee Sen. Brian Kelsey on Tuesday, two weeks into his prison term for campaign finance violations from his 2016 congressional run.

Kelsey pleaded guilty in November 2022 to charges of attempting to funnel campaign money from his state legislative seat to his congressional campaign and unsuccessfully sought to reverse his plea.

In an interview upon his release, Kelsey praised the Trump administration, stating: “God used Donald Trump to save me. His election saved me from the Biden Department of Justice.”

Lunar Eclipse Set for Friday Night

A lunar eclipse will pass over the state Friday night, beginning around 11 p.m. CDT or midnight Eastern. The peak, which will create a blood moon, is expected at 1:26 a.m. CDT or 2:26 a.m. Eastern.

This astrological event can only occur when the moon is full and perfectly aligned with the Earth and the sun.

A cloudy evening may inhibit your view of the night sky. Here’s a look at how the science of lunar eclipses works.

List: Local Cities Ranked Among South’s Best

Three Tennessee cities were ranked among the ‘South’s Best Cities of 2025’, according to a new list by Southern Living Magazine.

Nashville, ranked fifth, was the highest-ranked Tennessee city. Readers praised its vibrant neighborhoods, such as East Nashville, its thriving food scene, and its diverse sports culture.

Chattanooga and Franklin, both showcasing historical attractions, also appeared on the list at Nos. 8 and 14 respectively.

The list featured 20 cities voted on by 10,000 Southern Living readers, who ranked Charleston, South Carolina, as the best city overall.

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➤ Knox County: Officials have declared a burn ban for the county, saying that dry conditions and low humidity have created favorable wildfire conditions. (More)

➤ Chattanooga: The Health Department released inspection results for establishments in Hamilton, Catoosa, and Walker Counties, reporting that many sites, including several schools and restaurants, earned perfect scores. (See Report)

➤ Nashville: Police implemented a zero-tolerance policy for sexual misconduct and harassment this week, following recommendations from a Community Review Board report. (More)

➤ Memphis: Authorities said a U.S. Postal Service truck spilled hundreds of packages across a South Memphis intersection Wednesday morning. (More)

➤ Johnson City: A bill allowing the city to set downtown alcohol sales hours, overriding the state’s 3 a.m. last call, advanced toward becoming law on Wednesday. (More)

➤ Kingsport: A Bristol woman was charged with stealing at least $10,000 from a local non-profit youth organization, using the funds for herself instead of new cheerleading uniforms. (More)

➤ Memphis: Five men were arrested Monday night and charged with obstructing a highway after allegedly blocking a downtown intersection by dancing around a car, with one man dancing on the hood. (See Mugshots)

➤ Rep. Tim Burchett took to the House floor Tuesday, urging the NCAA to allow Alberto Osuna to play for Tennessee baseball after his eligibility waiver was denied. (See Burchett)

➤ The SEC men’s basketball tournament began Wednesday with a full slate of first-round games, including a matchup between #12 seed Vanderbilt Commodores and #13 seed Texas Longhorns. (See Scores)

➤ The Lady Vols basketball team will return to Brooklyn for the Women’s Champions Classic in December after participating in the inaugural early-season showcase. (More)

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➤ Developers of Nashville’s River District announced a joint venture Tuesday, aiming to boost awareness of 19 residential projects through new signage and increased publicity. (More)

➤ The Department of Government Efficiency has terminated leases for 12 federal offices in Tennessee, including the IRS National Office in Franklin, saving an estimated $6 million annually. (More)

➤ A bill proposing a 10% tax on vape products advanced in the Tennessee statehouse Monday, despite opposition arguing it unfairly targets college students and could shut down hundreds of smoke shops. (More)

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➤ Southern Living named Memphis barbecue staple The Rendezvous as the best barbecue joint in Tennessee, reclaiming the title from Nashville’s Peg Leg Porker. (More)

➤ An Adams man faces charges of theft, vandalism, and trespassing for allegedly cutting down valuable decades-old black walnut trees, floating them in the Red River, and selling them to a lumber yard. (More)

➤ Entertainment superstar Snoop Dogg made a surprise appearance at Nashville’s Losers Bar & Grill, performing an impromptu rendition of his 1994 hit “Gin and Juice”. (More)

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