Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1807, Warren County was officially established by the Tennessee General Assembly, becoming the 30th county in the state.

Last week, we asked our readers to share what they consider their Thanksgiving specialty, and your responses would make for quite a feast. We heard about recipes like cranberry-pineapple Jell-O salad, fried cauliflower, and so many yummy variations of sweet potato casserole. Thanks to all who shared their answers!

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PACs Pour Millions Into TN-7 Race

With a week left before Tennessee’s Dec. 2 special election for its 7th Congressional District, super PACs have dropped over $7 million—signaling a tight race.

Republican Matt Van Epps is slightly favored in the GOP-leaning district, but Democrat Aftyn Behn is seeing a late boost over the government shutdown and SNAP cuts.

Outside groups have spent big: $2.3 million from GOP-aligned PACs and $1.8 million from Democrats, most of it on attack ads.

The seat was vacated by Rep. Mark Green and includes parts of Nashville, Clarksville, and rural Middle Tennessee.

TDOT Warns of Thanksgiving Traffic Jams

Tennessee officials say today will be the busiest travel day of the year, with major backups expected around Nashville ahead of Thanksgiving.

The Department of Transportation is treating the day like a winter storm event, monitoring traffic from its control center and urging drivers to avoid peak hours between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. and again from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Trouble spots include interchanges on I-24 and I-40, especially near the airport and downtown.

East-to-west travel on I-40 is expected to be the most congested.

Smokey XI Retires from Mascot Duties

The University of Tennessee announced that Smokey XI, the school’s bluetick coonhound mascot, is retiring after struggling to adapt to the demands of public appearances.

Despite years of training, handlers said his reserved temperament made gameday duties too stressful.

He’ll now enjoy retirement with his family, including former mascot Smokey X.

The search for Smokey XII is underway for the 2026 season, in partnership with the longtime caretakers, the Hudson family.

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➤ Statewide: Tennessee sold over 480,000 specialty license plates in fiscal year 2025, with the sleek black “In the Black” plate topping the list and raising over $1.1 million for the Millennial Debt Foundation. (More)

➤ Knoxville: Former Mayor Randy Tyree, who led the city through the 1982 World’s Fair and served from 1976 to 1983, has passed away, the city announced Tuesday. (More)

➤ Also Knoxville: Three fire department employees were suspended and retrained after pronouncing a woman dead—only for a medical investigator to later notice signs of life and revive her. (More)

➤ Kingsport: The CSX Santa Train, a beloved Appalachian tradition since 1943, rolled through towns once again this weekend, delivering over 15,000 toys and spreading Christmas cheer to families. (See Train)

➤ Nashville: The Tennessee Performing Arts Center will relocate to the East Bank with $500 million in state funding, but must raise $100 million privately to access it. (More)

➤ Shelby County: The Isaiah 117 House has opened a new facility to provide emotional and physical support for children awaiting foster placement, marking a major step forward during National Adoption Month. (More)

➤ Women’s Basketball AP Poll: Tennessee moved up one spot to No. 14 in this week’s poll, while Vanderbilt held steady at No. 17. (See Full Poll)

➤ Vanderbilt women’s soccer defeated LSU 1-0 to advance to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament thanks to a goal by Melania Fullerton in the 65th minute. The Commodores host TCU on Friday with a chance to go to the Final Four. (More)

➤ The Lady Vols became the first program in NCAA women’s basketball history to win 1,500 games following their win over Coppin State. Senior guard Nya Roberts set another record during the win by hitting 10 three pointers—the most ever in a game by a Lady Vols player. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: NBA | NHL | NCAAM | NCAAW | Soccer

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➤ Alcoa Starbucks workers joined a nationwide strike Monday, protesting stalled contract talks and unfair labor practices amid growing calls for a boycott. (More)

➤ Frontier Airlines will launch nonstop flights between Memphis and Atlanta starting Thanksgiving Day, offering travelers a quicker alternative to the six-hour drive. (More)

➤ Neighborhood pub M.L. Rose has opened its eighth Middle Tennessee location in Murfreesboro, a meaningful expansion for owner Austin Ray, who has deep family ties to the area. (More)

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➤ Celebrity chef Paula Deen surprised Wears Valley Ranch in Sevier County with a $10,000 donation to support its mission. The ranch provides a safe, faith-based home and education for children in crisis. (More)

➤ A Cookeville Girl Scout built and installed a larger “blessing box” at Jere Whitson Elementary to help community members facing food insecurity, just in time for Thanksgiving. (See Blessing Box)

➤ Oak Ridge actress Elaine Hendrix, known for The Parent Trap and Dynasty, competed in the Dancing with the Stars finale Tuesday night, representing Tennessee on the national stage. (See Elaine)

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Wednesday, November 26, 2025

Wednesday, November 26, 2025

PACs Pour Millions Into TN-7 Race

TDOT Warns of Thanksgiving Traffic Jams

Smokey XI Retires from Mascot Duties

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