Kick off the new year with these events happening across West Tennessee

JACKSON, Tenn. — It’s a time for celebrations as many people across the region prepare to ring in the new year. Most will be spending their time bringing in the holiday with friends and family, so we are giving you a look at some New Year’s Eve parties …

‘Get people to the outdoors’ | Tennessee State Parks host free guided hikes on New Year’s Day

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - If you are looking for something to do on New Year’s Day, there’s no better place to go than the great outdoors! Tennessee State Parks invited those who wish to jumpstart their New Year’s resolutions to be more active to get their …

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‘Hope on Wheels’ presents new van to Tennessee Homeless Solutions

JACKSON, Tenn. — ‘Hope on Wheels,’ a nonprofit, presented a brand new van to Tennessee Homeless Solutions. Hope on Wheels aims to empower the homeless community by providing reliable transportation. Through their efforts, they were able to raise almost $32 …

President Carter remembered across the Tennessee Valley

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF)- We are hearing reaction here in the Tennessee Valley to the death of President Jimmy Carter. As Georgia’s Governor before becoming the 39th President of the United States in 1977, President Carter had an impact on the Tennessee …

No. 1 Tennessee returns from break to face Norfolk State

Top-ranked Tennessee will attempt to remain unbeaten as it closes out its nonconference schedule against Norfolk State on Tuesday in Knoxville, Tenn. The Volunteers (12-0) are coming off back-to-back 80-point outings, beating Western Carolina 84-36 on Dec. …

Tennessee State Parks to host first day hikes to start year

In what has become an annual tradition, Tennessee State Parks will hold their First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day. Most of the state's 59 parks will be hosting the events as part of the year-long Signature Hikes series. Free guided hikes, led by park …

Federal assistance applications for Tennessee’s September flooding to close soon

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Tennesseans who were impacted by September’s flooding have seven days left to apply for federal disaster assistance. Those affected in Carter, Cocke, Greene, Hamblen, Hawkins, Johnson, Unicoi and Washington Counties can apply for …

'Ban bad builders' campaign in Tennessee looks to penalize round-the-clock construction

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — As new construction projects continue to rise in the Chattanooga area, some residents are voicing concerns over the disruptions caused by these developments. The "Ban Bad Builders" campaign, which originated in Nashville, is …

Tennessee State Parks host 'First Day Hikes' to ring in the new year

The free event will be led by park rangers and is open to interested hikers of all ages. TENNESSEE, USA — Looking to exercise more in 2025? Tennessee State Parks is hosting an event to kickstart your resolution for the new year. The free 'First Day …