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Tennessee Family Builds Levees to Save House From Flooding

Tennessee Family Builds Levees to Save House From Flooding

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A family in western Tennessee was highly prepared for the recent flooding that hit parts of the state in early April as their home was protected by levees. Aerial footage filmed by Randy Moore shows the home surrounded by high floodwaters in Bogota and Ridgely, Tennessee, on Tuesday, April 8. The house, located in Ridgely, appears untouched by the flooding due to levees constructed in a rectangle around the property. A photo of the house was posted on Facebook, where people commented saying they knew the family. According to some commenters, the family who built the levees had done so before in times of flooding. Aside from the one house, Moore’s other footage shows flooding in Bogota, where more than 100 people were rescued from floodwaters, according to a local news report. Credit: Randy Moore via Storyful Source link

In the hills of Tennessee, a developer hopes to offer blue state Christians a refuge

In the hills of Tennessee, a developer hopes to offer blue state Christians a refuge

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Whitleyville, Tenn. (RNS) — On a sunny morning in mid-February, Josh Abbotoy, who describes himself as a “conservative Christian who does land deals,” drove a 20-year-old Lexus LX470 around a former farm, crossing a creek, squeezing by a run-down barn and driving along one of the farm’s roads in hopes of showing off the view from one of the ridgetops. But there had been too much rain and the road was muddy, so he parked and hopped out for a 10-minute walk up to the ridgetop, admiring the red cedars and Bois d’Arc trees that line the hillsides. At the top of the ridge, Abbotoy surveyed the view of the green fields and rolling hills while painting a picture of a community filled with lovely homes and families, looking down over wide fields and a stately church. A month earlier, RidgeRunner, a real estate company Abbotoy runs, announced it had bought the 448-acre farm, with hopes of developing it into an “agrihood” — with about 30 estate-style homes dotting the farm’s hillsides. “The fields will …

10 Historic Towns in Tennessee You Should Visit

10 Historic Towns in Tennessee You Should Visit

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  Known as the birthplace of country music and home to iconic Civil War battlegrounds, Tennessee’s heritage is as diverse as its landscapes. From its role in westward expansion to its contributions to American culture, the Volunteer State offers countless reasons to visit. Beyond its larger cities, Tennessee is dotted with historic towns that tell the story of its early settlers, battles for independence, and cultural evolution. Each town offers a unique glimpse into the past, making Tennessee a must-visit for history enthusiasts and travelers alike.   1. Jonesborough Main Street, part of the Jonesborough Historic District, Tennessee. Source: Wikimedia Commons   Established in 1779, Jonesborough holds the title of Tennessee’s oldest town and is considered one of the most historic towns in the US. Its well-preserved Main Street showcases 18th- and 19th-century architecture, reflecting a rich history that includes serving as the capital of the short-lived State of Franklin.   You can explore several historic sites, such as the Chester Inn, built in 1797, which now operates as a museum offering insights into the …

How to Watch the Tennessee vs. Oklahoma College Football Game Tonight: Time, TV Channel, and Live Stream

How to Watch the Tennessee vs. Oklahoma College Football Game Tonight: Time, TV Channel, and Live Stream

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The 2024 college football season has entered another jam-packed Saturday with more of the games on the weekend slate starting to count for conference standings. Tonight the Oklahoma Sooners get their official welcome to the SEC as they host the Tennessee Volunteers. This will be the Vols’ first real test of the season. Watch NCAA Football on Sling TV Tennessee head coach Josh Heupel will be back at his alma mater. In 2000, Heupel was the Sooners’ quarterback — leading them to the BCS national championship while finishing second in the Heisman Trophy race. That makes tonight’s must-watch game a homecoming of sorts. Fans who can’t make the trip to Oklahoma Memorial Stadium can still stream the game live at home. Here’s everything you need to know about how to watch the Tennessee vs. Oklahoma NCAA football game tonight, including the full Week 4 schedule and all the best livestream options. How to Watch the Tennessee vs. Oklahoma Football Game Without Cable Tonight’s Tennessee vs. Oklahoma college football game will air on ABC. If you don’t have cable, you can …

Best Internet Providers in Nashville, Tennessee

Best Internet Providers in Nashville, Tennessee

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What is the best internet provider in Nashville? Nashville boasts some of the fastest internet in the country, with Google Fiber offering up to 8,000 Mbps speeds. Competing providers like AT&T and Xfinity also vie for attention. CNET recommends AT&T Fiber as the best overall choice in Nashville, while T-Mobile and Verizon offer affordable fixed wireless plans, especially if you bundle them with phone service . Xfinity provides the cheapest cable option, starting at just $30 per month for 150 Mbps. If speed is your priority, Google Fiber’s 8-gigabit connection is the fastest available in select areas of the city. Do note that the fastest plans may not be available in all parts of the city. Best internet in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2024 Nashville internet providers compared Provider Internet technology Monthly price range Speed range Monthly equipment costs Data cap Contract CNET review score AT&T Fiber Read full review Fiber $55-$245 300-5,000Mbps None None None 7.4 AT&T Internet Air Read full review Fixed wireless $60 10-100Mbps None 1.5TB None 7.4 Google Fiber Read full review …

Former Corrections Officer Sentenced to 4 Years for Using Excessive Force

Former Corrections Officer Sentenced to 4 Years for Using Excessive Force

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — A former Tennessee Department of Corrections officer has been sentenced to four years in prison for using excessive force on an inmate and trying to cover it up, the Justice Department said. Javian Griffin, 38, received the sentence Monday, the agency said in a statement. The former tactical officer at Northwest Correctional Complex pleaded guilty in October to punching the inmate in the head without justification and breaking his jaw. The inmate did not resist or pose a threat and Griffin wrote a false report about it, court documents said. “No correctional officer is above the law,” U.S. Attorney Kevin G. Ritz said. “This office’s National Security and Civil Rights Unit will continue to prioritize the prosecution of public employees who violate the civil rights of others.” A co-defendant was sentenced in February to 15 months in prison for assisting with the cover-up by writing a false report, the agency said. Copyright 2024 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Photos You Should …

Tennessee teachers will be able to carry guns in schools

Tennessee teachers will be able to carry guns in schools

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People protest outside the House chamber after legislation passed that would allow some teachers to be armed in schools during a legislative session Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. George Walker IV/AP hide caption toggle caption George Walker IV/AP People protest outside the House chamber after legislation passed that would allow some teachers to be armed in schools during a legislative session Tuesday, April 23, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. George Walker IV/AP NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In March 2023, an assailant shot and killed three students and three staff members at the Covenant School, a private Christian elementary school in Nashville. The shooting prompted calls for gun safety legislation. Thousands of people protested outside the Tennessee Capitol calling for universal background checks, safe gun storage laws and accountability for the gun industry. At the time, it seemed like there was bipartisan support for some type of gun control bill. Republican Gov. Bill Lee urged lawmakers to pass a red flag law – a measure that would temporarily confiscate guns from people deemed a danger to …

Pope Francis Appoints New Bishop in Tennessee After Former Bishop’s Resignation Under Pressure

Pope Francis Appoints New Bishop in Tennessee After Former Bishop’s Resignation Under Pressure

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KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Pope Francis has appointed Reverend James Mark Beckman as Bishop of Knoxville, Tennessee, almost a year after the previous bishop resigned under pressure following claims he mishandled sex abuse allegations. The Vatican announced the appointment in its Tuesday noon bulletin. As is usual, the announcement made no mention of his predecessor or the circumstances under which he left the post. Bishop-elect Beckman is a priest of the Diocese of Nashville where he has served as pastor of Saint Henry parish since 2015, according to the announcement. He earned his master’s degree in religious studies from the Catholic University of Louvain in Belgium in 1989 and was ordained to the priesthood in 1990 for the Diocese of Nashville. Pope Francis accepted Bishop Richard Stika’s resignation last June, closing a turbulent chapter for the southern U.S. diocese that was marked by a remarkable revolt by some of its priests. They accused Stika of abusing his authority during his 14 years as bishop of Knoxville and protecting a seminarian accused of sexual misconduct. They …

The Holy Spirit is continuing to move on Gen Z at the University of Tennessee

The Holy Spirit is continuing to move on Gen Z at the University of Tennessee

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