Trump, Musk betrayed values of Tennessee Volunteers and USAID workers

The author, a former USAID worker, criticizes the organization's dismantling and the impact on global health programs. He draws parallels between his work and the spirit of the original Tennessee Volunteers, emphasizing compassion and service. The …

Tennessee's population of older Americans is growing and also hurting

Older adults are the fastest-growing population in Tennessee, but receive a disproportionately low amount of funding support. One in five Americans will be 65 or older by 2030, making the need for senior services even more critical. Funding for senior …

Stopping fluoridation in Tennessee will harm children and adults

Fluoride in water is a safe and inexpensive way to reduce cavities by 25%-50%. Removing fluoride would disproportionately impact children and low-income individuals who have limited access to dental care. Claims of negative health effects from fluoride …

University of Tennessee to build 2 new parking garages

One new garage will have 1,200 spaces and will come with a $79 million price tag. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee trustees unveiled a plan to ease campus parking headaches with two new garages.  One will replace part of the G-10 parking …

Weather and fire experts speak on elevated fire risk in East Tennessee

One way to check and see if it's dry is to take a twig from a dry bush and see if it bends or snaps. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Firefighters across east Tennessee are busy after multiple brush fires and extremely dry weather.  "We received a phone call. …

Tennessee gynecologist accused of abuse, using unsanitary devices

A Tennessee gynecologist has been indicted for allegedly abusing patients, adulterating medical devices for reuse on patients, and healthcare fraud. Sanjeev Kumar, MD, is accused of enticing and inducing four victims to travel to his medical offices in …

Tennessee schools share the pros and cons of cellphone bans

Middle Tennessee Track and Field See Success at CUSA Indoor Championships

MT Athletics LYNCHBURG, Va. – Middle Tennessee track and field wrapped up the Conference USA Indoor Championships with multiple athletes earning medals and a new program record set.   The Blue Raiders collected 12 medals across various track events during …

Middle Tennessee comes from behind to take down UTEP 76-75 in overtime thriller

MT Athletics EL PASO, Texas – The Middle Tennessee men's basketball team's 20th win of the season was nothing short of exhilarating. The team traveled to the Don Haskins Center in El Paso, Texas, to face an angry UTEP team that had dropped three- …

Tennessee Titans new stadium construction: A look inside

The view of the construction at the 200 level looking inside at the new Nissan Stadium Monday, March 3, 2025 in Nashville, Tenn.Mark Zaleski / The TennesseanThe view of the construction from the 200 level looking south at the new Nissan Stadium Monday, …