Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1977, James Earl Ray, convicted assassin of Martin Luther King Jr., escaped from the Brushy Mountain State Prison in Petros, alongside five other inmates.

Today’s edition includes the wildest Facebook Marketplace purchase ever made: a 230-year-old log home, which is being disassembled and will be rebuilt in Virginia. See photos in the story below.

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Guards Taken Hostage in Prison Riot

Three guards were taken hostage during a riot Sunday night at Trousdale Turner Correctional Facility in Hartsville.

The situation began around 10 p.m., prompting a massive law enforcement response of approximately 100 officers, including help from five nearby counties and the Tennessee Highway Patrol.

Authorities used gas to regain control of the facility, safely rescuing all hostages, though one was treated for injuries.

Officials say the inmates never breached the outer perimeter, and the facility remains secure.

1795 Log Home Sold on Facebook Marketplace

A 230-year-old log home in Sullivan County is being dismantled and relocated to Amherst, Virginia, after it was sold on Facebook Marketplace.

Doug Hakey, the buyer, is carefully labeling and removing each piece of the Droke-Starbuck house, which is believed to be constructed from chestnut and poplar.

The structure, assembled with wooden pegs and handmade brick, will be rebuilt on Hakey’s farm overlooking the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Hakey expects reassembly to take a few months, preserving a 230-year-old piece of Appalachian history. See photos of the historic property here.

List: Affordable TN Towns Near Great Healthcare

A new list highlights 10 affordable Tennessee towns offering solid healthcare close to home.

The list includes spots like Columbia, Greeneville, and Morristown, each known for small-town charm, low housing costs, and easy access to quality medical centers such as Maury Regional and Ballad Health.

From lakeside Paris to mountain-perched Crossville, these communities appeal to retirees, families, and anyone tired of city traffic and high prices.

The takeaway? You don’t need an urban zip code to find quality care in the Volunteer State. See the full list here.

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➤ Knox County: Five suspects were arrested after deputies seized over two pounds of pure fentanyl worth $500,000 during a major drug bust. (More)

➤ Also Knox County: Dozens of local motorcyclists gathered Saturday at Word of Life Ministries for the annual bike blessing, where Bishop Kevin Perry prayed for rider safety ahead of the summer season. (Watch Report)

➤ Hamilton County: A new inclusive playground and park upgrades were unveiled on Saturday, including surfacing and equipment suited to children with disabilities and a newly paved walking track. (See Playground)

➤ Shelby County: The Sheriff’s Office is offering a $5,000 retention bonus and lowered age requirements to boost recruitment amid a shortage of over 300 correctional deputies. (More)

➤ Nashville: Walk Bike Nashville’s new State of Our Streets report called for more protected bikeways, pedestrian paths, and safer design standards as the city begins funding its transit program. (See Report)

➤ Spring Hill: A lucky Tennessean snagged the Lotto America ticket worth a $37.37 million jackpot—the second-largest prize in the game’s history—with a cash value of $16.8 million. (More)

➤ A judge in California approved the House v. NCAA settlement, which will allow colleges to share up to $20.5 million in revenue with their student-athletes. Most Division I schools in Tennessee are opting into the agreement. (More)

➤ Tennessee hired former PGA pro Derek Ernst as their golf team’s new associate head coach. (More)

➤ The Tennessee Titans have officially signed their fourth-round NFL draft selection, Chimere Dike, to a standard four-year rookie contract. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s results: MLB | NHL | WNBA | NCAAB | Soccer

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➤ Summertown Metals will invest $22.6 million to open a new facility in Morristown, creating 170 jobs in distribution and manufacturing operations as part of its first expansion beyond Middle Tennessee. (See Details)

➤ Meharry Medical College and Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church kicked off a $310 million redevelopment project yesterday that will create mixed-use facilities to improve healthcare access. (See Mockup)

➤ The Well Coffeehouse will open a new Franklin location on Thursday, offering customers coffee, food, and the opportunity to support global clean water efforts through every purchase. (More)

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➤ Country singer Kelsea Ballerini donated $10,000 to help fund a new electronic sign at her alma mater, Knoxville’s Central High School, joining the school foundation’s effort to cover the $30,000 project. (More)

➤ The Smoky Mountain Quilters of Tennessee will host their 44th annual quilt show June 20–21 in Knoxville, featuring around 200 quilts, $7,800 in prizes, and special events like antique quilt turnings and appraisals. (See Photo)

➤ University of Tennessee football players partnered with Frontline Gardens and Blue Star Families to build a backyard garden for an East Tennessee veteran as part of their community service efforts. (See Garden)

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