August 29, 2026
John Gullion
Neyland Entertainment District to break ground this summer, completion expected in 2028
The University of Tennessee is expected to break ground on its Neyland Entertainment District after the Tennessee Building Commission approved its construction.
Five North American Shrubs for the Garden
Here are a few of the many North American shrubs you may want to include in your landscape.
Tusculum University to help people in business better run their operations by teaching them how to use AI Tools
GREENEVILLE – Entrepreneurs and other business professionals who seek practical ways to apply artificial intelligence to their work will benefit from an upcoming boot camp Tusculum University’s Business Division is holding.
Education Briefs
Lakeway Students make Presidents Lists for Spring 2026 at ‘Bama
ETSU named a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense
East Tennessee State University has been designated as a National Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) by the National Security Agency.
Carson Newman announces Dean’s and President’s lists
JEFFERSON CITY --- The following Carson-Newman University students from the Lakeway Area made Dean’s List for the Spring 2026 Semester.
Mike Trout placed on 10-day injured list, Angels recall former Vol Christian Moore
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout is back on the injured list.
Greeneville to celebrate ‘Make Music Day’ Sunday
On Sunday, June 21, Greeneville will be one of 18 communities across Tennessee will join forces to present over 100 free musical events on the summer solstice as part of Make Music Day, a global music celebration bringing people of all ages and skill levels together to experience the joy and camaraderie of making music.
Dandridge gymnast Jay Watkins in Brazil for 2026 Junior and Senior Pan American Championships
Twenty-two junior and senior Americans are competing in artistic gymnastics this week at the 2026 Junior and Senior Pan American Championships in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Lookouts, Smokies even in Southern League North heading into weekend
KNOXVILLE – Balls were flying out of Covenant Health Park right and left Thursday night as the Knoxville Smokies downed Chattanooga 4-1.