November 10, 2026
News
Henley named society chair
Martha Henley, Chief Executive Officer of Unity Medical Center and a nationally recognized rural healthcare leader, has been named Chair of the American Heart Association’s Circle of Red Giving Society for Middle Tennessee, expanding her advocacy for women’s health and access to high-quality care throughout the region.
Chattanooga Zoo offers Boo at the Zoo
Chattanooga Zoo has released tickets for its annual family-friendly Halloween celebration, Boo in the Zoo. The event will take place on Friday and Saturday evenings throughout October, which started October 9 and ends October 31 on Halloween night.
It’s copperhead season in Tennessee
It’s Copperhead season in Tennessee and state wildlife officials are urging the public to be aware what might be lurking in that pile of leaves, along the trail or in your flower pot.
Whiskey trail releases Tennessee Collective
After the award-winning 2025 release sold out, the Tennessee Whiskey Trail is proud to announce the second annual release of the Tennessee Collective, a limited-edition bottle series that brings together distilleries across the state to celebrate Tennessee’s thriving spirit industry through a one-of-a-kind collaborative blend.
Tennesseans urged to follow fire prevention best practices during wildfire season
Beginning Oct. 15, Tennesseans must obtain a free burn permit before burning leaves or natural debris or conducting prescribed burns. As wildfire season begins, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture Division of Forestry (TDF) encourages residents and visitors to observe National Fire Prevention Week by practicing fire prevention and exercising extra caution when burning outdoors. Tennessee averages about 1,000 wildfires each year, burning approximately 18,000 acres.
Tullahoma Arts Crawl returns to downtown Oct. 20
Residents and art lovers alike can enjoy an evening of the arts and support local businesses with this year’s Downtown Tullahoma Arts Crawl this Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Haven of Hope seek volunteers
As communities across the nation observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Haven of Hope, Inc. is raising awareness about the impact of domestic violence while encouraging local residents to take action in support of survivors and families affected by abuse.
Runway Safety: Incursions, wildlife strikes are common
An aircraft departing from McGhee Tyson in Knoxville last October needed to abort takeoff when another aircraft entered the runway without permission from air traffic controllers.
Postseason heartbreak: Lady Wildcats’ 2026 season ends against Lincoln County
After a dominant opening performance in the district playoffs, defeating Franklin County 3-0, the Tullahoma High School volleyball team lost their next matchup to Lincoln County High School, 3-0. The loss officially ended their 2026 season.
Bridge closes on SR 127 in Coffee
Drivers traveling on SR 127 in Coffee County should be aware of upcoming roadway activities that will impact traffic. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will close the bridge on State Route 127 (Hillsboro Viola Road) at LM 9.76 in Coffee County beginning Monday, Oct. 12, 2026, to allow contract crews to perform a full bridge replacement.