No. 20/17 Lady Vols Fall To Alabama, 86-65
Zaay Green recorded her first career double-double and No. 20/17 Tennessee out-rebounded Alabama, 49-44, but it wasn’t enough to overcome a UA team that shot a blistering 50 percent from the floor en route to an 86-65 Tide victory in Tuscaloosa. Sophomore Evina Westbrook was Tennessee’s (12-5, 1-4 SEC) high scorer with 19 points and five assists. Zaay Green finished the day […]
No. 3 Tennessee Downs Arkansas, 106-87
Behind a 31-point contribution from the bench in the first half, No. 3 Tennessee jumped on the Arkansas Razorbacks early, guiding the Vols to a 106-87 win in Thompson-Boling Arena. The Vols (15-1, 4-0 SEC) 106 points scored against the Razorbacks (10-6, 1-3 SEC) marked the most against a conference opponent since Feb. 9, 2000, […]
AG Slatery Joins $1.5M Settlement with Neiman Marcus Over 2013 Data Breach
The Neiman Marcus Group LLC has agreed to pay $1.5 million and implement policies to resolve an investigation with 43 states and the District of Columbia into the 2013 breach of customer payment card data at 77 Neiman Marcus stores in the United States. In January 2014, Neiman Marcus disclosed that payment card data collected […]
Schofield, Vols Posting Impressive Numbers During 10-Game Winning Streak
Recently, the 6-6 guard has been on fire and has hit several clutch shots for the third-ranked Volunteers. Whether it was the career-high six 3-pointers to lift the Vols over top-ranked Gonzaga or his dagger three from the corner to silence a raucous Florida crowd, Schofield has been playing at another level lately. Nov. 23 […]
Farmers Offered New Cost Share Opportunity for Certification Program
Tennessee farmers looking to expand their markets and increase food safety by becoming Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) certified now have the opportunity to receive financial assistance from the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA). GAP certification allows producers to sell directly to more businesses and institutions with stringent food safety requirements, such as grocery stores or […]
By the Numbers: JCHS Report Card Shows Improvement Needed in Academic Achievement and School Climate
Just prior to Christmas Break, the Tn Department of Education rolled out its’ 2017/2018 District/School Report Card complete with a new, easier to read system of scoring schools and districts. The new report card follows much the same system as student report cards. The various areas of scoring are done on a scale of 0-4 […]
State Rep. Jeremy Faison Urges A New Approach To Criminal Justice Reform: Restorative Justice
“Buzz Words” are thrown around during campaign season by passionate politicians to emphasize their platform and to bolster support. Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) is one of these “buzz words.” From conservative groups such as the Beacon Center to liberal groups such as the ACLU, public support for CJR is on the rise. President Trump, Nancy […]
SFMO Offers Do’s and Don’ts for Using Wood-Burning Heating Alternatives
Colder temperatures are in the forecast for many Tennesseans as we approach the weekend, and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding Volunteer State residents to keep safety in mind when choosing to use alternative heating options as a way to stay warm. Wood-burning heat sources, like wood stoves and fireplaces, are common […]
TWRA Launches New Smartphone App with Enhanced Features
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is launching a new smartphone app, “TWRA on the Go,” with enhanced features to make it easier to hunt, fish, boat, and enjoy wildlife. “We are always looking for ways to make it more convenient for those who enjoy the outdoors,” said Michael May, TWRA Assistant Director. “The new app […]
Federal Employees May Be Eligible for Unemployment
The partial shutdown of the United States government currently impacts more than 25,000 Tennesseans. Many furloughed federal workers are not on the job, while others continue to work without pay. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) manages the federally funded unemployment insurance program. The state received its appropriation for the program before […]
No. 13 Tennessee Falls To No. 16 Kentucky, 73-71
The No. 13-ranked Tennessee Lady Vols fell, 73-71, to the 16th-ranked Kentucky Wildcats on Thursday night at Thompson-Boling Arena. The Lady Vols (12-3, 1-2 SEC) trailed by two points after a pair of free throws from Meme Jackson with one minute remaining, but a three-pointer from Wildcats guard Jaida Roper put the game out of reach for […]
UT Extension Offers Workshops about Growing Hops as a Specialty Crop
The expansion of the microbrewery industry in Tennessee is stimulating an interest for locally produced hops and other crops used in brewing and distilling. To help producers understand the potential for hops as a crop in Tennessee, experts from the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture will present informational workshops on the production and marketing […]
No. 3 Vols Roll Past Missouri, 87-63
No. 3 Tennessee rebounded from a slow start to cruise to an 87-63 win at Missouri Tuesday night at Mizzou Arena. The Vols (13-1, 2-0 SEC) extended their winning streak to nine games with the victory. UT’s 87 points were the most the Tigers (9-4, 0-1 SEC) had allowed this season. After going down by […]
28th Annual Sandhill Crane Festival Set for January 19-20
The 2019 Tennessee Sandhill Crane Festival is set for Jan. 19-20 (Saturday-Sunday) at the Hiwassee Refuge and Birchwood Community Center. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is the primary sponsor for the 28thedition of the festival and many staff members and volunteers will again be contributing their services. The festival is a celebration of the thousands […]
Pre-Medicare Years Bring Health Insurance Worries for Many, U-M/AARP Poll Finds
With the dawn of a new year, most Americans have just started a new health insurance coverage period — whether they receive their coverage through a job, buy it themselves or have a government plan. But a new national poll suggests that many people in their 50s and early 60s harbor serious worries about their […]
UIC Study Details How Today’s High School Cliques Compare to Yesterday’s
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago, in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Texas at Austin, have found that while many high school peer crowds and influences have remained constant over time, changing demographics, cultural influences and the increasing number of college-bound youth have led to the emergence of new peer groups […]
