August 29, 2026
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Ukraine says its drones hit another refinery deep inside Russia as long-range strikes escalate
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukrainian drones smashed into another Russian refinery overnight, starting a fire that produced huge clouds of black smoke, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday, in what appeared to be the latest longrange attack on Moscow's vital oil industry.
Memorial Day: Higher fuel prices have some Americans scaling back their travel plans
As someone who is 'not the best person with bugs and stuff,' Stephanie Bernaba never imagined herself becoming an outdoorsy mom.
Free speech or race-baiting? Tennessee shooting stirs debate over livestreamer’s actions
CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A Tennessee judge on Thursday set a $1 million bond for a white livestreamer charged with attempted murder for allegedly shooting and wounding a Black man in a case that has stoked debate over the extents of free speech and the rights of content creators who profit from hate-filled interactions.
WSCC to offer CNA Class in Hancock County
Walters State Community College’s Division of Workforce Training will hold a Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) class at Hancock County High School beginning July 21. An information session will be held on Wednesday, June 10, from 1-3 p.m. at Hancock County Hospital.
Tennessee governor grants Tony Carruthers one-year stay after his execution was halted
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee's governor granted a one-year stay of execution for Tony Carruthers after his lethal injection was halted Thursday when officials struggled to find a vein for more than an hour.
Cambodian villagers honor guardian spirits to pray for rain and good fortune
PHUM BOEUNG, Cambodia (AP) — Hundreds of Cambodians on Thursday morning honored their village's guardian spirits by holding a colorful centuries-old ceremony to pray for good fortune, rain and prosperity.
Jordan’s Russellville class wins 6/7 Challenge
Amy Jordan’s thirdgrade Class of Russellville Intermediate School recently had a day to close out the 2025-26 school year.
Nonprofits seek funding from county
Some of the nonprofit organizations of Hamblen County came before the County Commission Saturday afternoon seeking funding for FY 2027.
Hamblen BOE sets FY 2027 Budget
The Hamblen County Board of Education passed its FY 2027 budget of $145,611,723.30 Tuesday afternoon after passage was delayed a week due to a discussion related to an amendment that would affect staffing.
Lakeway Christian Academy defeats Franklin Grace, moves one win from state championship series
MURFREESBORO – Lakeway Christian moved to within one game of playing for a state championship as the Lions downed Grace Christian of Franklin 3-1 in Tuesday’s state baseball tournament.