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Opinion: It’s Time for US Taxpayers to Defund the United Nations

The United States pays more than any other nation to fund the United Nations. Roughly twenty two percent of the…

Foodie History: How Egg Nog Became a Drink to Celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve

Eggnog is a rich, creamy beverage traditionally associated with holiday celebrations. Its history spans centuries, evolving from a drink consumed…

The Five Most Annoying Christmas Songs of All Time

Below is a list of five Christmas songs that are consistently ranked among the most annoying or most-hated across a…

Tennessee Political Notebook: Christmas Edition

HUGHES NEWSAs noted last week, former Sumner County Commissioner and current GOP state executive committee member Chris Hughes is reportedly…

Before Online Shopping, There Was the Sears Wish Book: The Catalog That Defined Christmas for Millions

The Sears Christmas Wish Book began in 1933, during the depths of the Great Depression, when Sears, Roebuck and Co.…

Another Gill Family Christmas Recipe: Betty Gill’s Peanut Butter Rice Krispy Treats

Frankly, these were not limited to Christmas, but they were certainly available during the Christmas holiday season. And she would…

Arizona Voucher Results, Financially And Academically, Reveal Guidance For Tennessee

Mark Twain once said, "There are three kinds of lies: lies, damned lies, and statistics," a phrase he attributed to…

Twice-Deported Illegal Alien Sentenced in Tennessee to More Than 24 Years for Drug and Firearms Conspiracy

A federal judge in East Tennessee has sentenced a twice-deported Jamaican national to more than 24 years in prison for…

Franklin CPA Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison for Stealing Clients’ Funds and Tax Fraud

Below is an official statement from the US Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Tennesseee. A Tennessee man was…

Christmas History: When WW1 German and American Soliders Called a Brief Truce and Played Soccer During Christmas

On a frozen Christmas during World War I, the guns along parts of the Western Front fell eerily silent. In…

BETTY GILL (MOM) CHRISTMAS GILL FAMILY CHEX MIX RECIPE

The best memories at Christmas come from the sights, sounds, smells and the tastes that combine to imprint what we…

Tennessee Sues Roblox Over Child Safety Concerns

Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti has announced that the state will file a lawsuit against the online gaming giant Roblox,…

The History of Hanging Stockings for Christmas

The tradition of hanging stockings at Christmas has a long history rooted in folklore and generosity, evolving into one of…

VFL Basketballer Hank Bertelkamp Passes Away

Hank Bertelkamp, a three-year letter winner for the University of Tennessee men's basketball team, passed away peacefully Friday morning at…

Judge Ruling Keeps UT Professor Of Queer Anthropology Out of the Classroom

A federal judge in Knoxville has denied UT Professor of Queer Anthropology Tamar Shirinian's request to return to the classroom…

The Truth About Summer EBT: Helping Families Without Handing Control to Washington

Tennessee families are feeling the squeeze. Grocery bills are higher, paychecks are stretched thinner, and parents are doing everything they…

Tennessee DCS and DHS Plagued by Continual Problems

In a recent performance audit released by the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury, the Department of Children’s Services (DCS) and the Department…

Political News

Tennessee Political Notebook: Political And Personal Animosity Can Run Deep

HEARTBREAK HOTEL, LEGISLATIVE EDITION. Many have speculated over why Democrat State Reps. Justin Jones and Aftyn Behn so clearly despise…

Montgomery County Commissioner Michael Lankford to Fill Late Rep. Jeff Burkhart’s State House Seat

The Montgomery County mayor cast a tie-breaking vote Monday to appoint the next Tennessee District 75 state house representative. The…

Congressman Ogles Taking Heat for Criticizing Judges Who Repeatedly Released Dangerous Somolian Man

Tennessee Congressman Andy Ogles has called out Davidson County Judges for repeatedly releasing a Somali man into the community, which…

TriStar Daily Publisher Steve Gill on FOX-17’s ‘Nashville in Focus’

Former Tennessee General Services Commissioner Matt Van Epps was sworn in as a member of Congress on Thursday, just two…

Tennessee Political Notebook: Van Epps Handily Wins 7th District Special Election

Despite the Democrats spending millions of dollars in the 7th District special election for Congress, Republican Matt Van Epps kept…

Matt Van Epps Wins Tennessee District 7 Special Election

Republican Matt Van Epps triumphed in the special election for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, defeating far-left Democrat Aftyn Behn by…

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Tennessee Can Secure America’s High-Tech Future by Welcoming Data Centers

By Sardar Khan, Opinion Contributor Tennessee is standing at a defining moment in its economic journey. In Memphis and across…

Big News For Smith County: 6.6 Billion Investment In Tennessee Includes Gordonsville Site

Smith County Mayor Jeff Mason and Gordonsville Mayor John Potts have announced a historic economic development win as they welcome…

Kroger to Close Nashville Distribution Center

Kroger has announced that it will permanently close its fulfillment center on Polk Avenue in Nashville, Tennessee — a move…

Vanderbilt, Encompass Health Plan a $71.9 Million Rehabilitation Hospital in Lebanon

The city of Lebanon, Tennessee, is known as the town where Cracker Barrel launched, but it will soon be known…

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Education News

State Report Card is Here!

The Tennessee Department of Education has unveiled the 2024-25 State Report Card, a crucial tool for understanding the performance of…

Accountability is the Real Issue in Debate over School Vouchers/Choice

By: JC Bowman, Contributing Education Editor Almost every conservative supports some form of school choice. It is all about freedom,…

School Choice Explained

Making the correct choice regarding your child's education is essential, as it can significantly impact their future. Families often prioritize…

Tennessee Voucher Plan Moving to Tiered Process for New School Year

So what exactly does a tiered selection process mean? 1st Priority: Anyone who used the vouchers the year before—they get…

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Entertainment News

Music Spotlight: Joe Hermes

Joe Hermes' music hits that perfect sweet spot between classic rock and traditional country music. He is a seasoned entertainer…

Music Spotlight: Marcus Hummon

Marcus Hummon is a prolific songwriter from Nashville, Tennessee, who recently wrote and recorded an entire album inspired by the…

2025 (Mostly) Country Christmas Roundup

This year's roundup is bigger than ever, with so many artists putting out new Christmas music. I compiled a list…

Where to See the Best Christmas Light Displays Around Nashville

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — When the nights grow longer and the temperature dips, Middle Tennessee transforms into a glowing wonderland of…

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Illegal Immigration News

Tennessee’s Somalian Dilemma: Balancing Immigration and Safety

In a deeply unsettling incident that unfolded in South Nashville in August 2025, a woman tragically lost her life following…

Report:  Illegal Immigrants Received Nearly $200 Million in Federal Grant Money

This article originally appeared on FloridaDaily.com Since 2021, nearly $200 million in federal healthcare-related grants have been distributed to benefit…

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Opinion / Editorial

Tennessee Can Secure America’s High-Tech Future by Welcoming Data Centers

By Sardar Khan, Opinion Contributor Tennessee is standing at a defining moment in its economic journey. In Memphis and across…

The Need for Mental Health Awareness in Education

In K-12 education, the need for mental health awareness has never been greater. Mental health issues, often ignored, impact a…

Guest Editorial: A Day I Will Never Forget

I never thought I would experience something as terrifying as a bus catching fire, but that’s exactly what happened to…

Foreign Language Skills Are Still Needed

Tennessee public high school students currently must earn two credits in the same world language to graduate with a standard…

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Crime News

Recent Arrests in Knox County, Tennessee

See recent jail mugshots from Knox County, Tennessee (Where the city of Knoxville is located). Inmate photos are public information…

Recent Arrests in Knoxville, Tennessee

See recent arrests in Knoxville, Tennessee. The images and information presented here are sourced directly from public records made available…

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Sports News

Tennessee Football Recruiting Update: Christmas in Helmets

By: Clayton Wood, contributing sports writer This week through Friday, the early signing period opens and Tennessee is set to…

A Season for the Record Books and for Life

By: Contributing Writer Don Bufalini This wasn’t just a season. It was a masterclass in what happens when talent meets…

Tennessee is the Eye of the Storm: How Josh Heupel Built Stability While College Football Swirls in Destruction

Opinion by Contributing Writer Clayton Wood Inside the Swamp in Gainesville in a rare night game in mid November, something…

Boo Carter Gets the Boot from University of Tennessee’s Football Team

Former Chattanooga top recruit Boo Carter has seen his role gradually decrease throughout 2025 after a stellar freshman season for…

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Scary Tennessee Stories: Buster Duggan- Evil in the Conasauga Valley

Scary Tennesssee: Haunted Big Frog Mountain

Scary Tennessee Stories: Shadows of the Past

Scary Tennessee Stories – Cecilia: Lost in Time

Scary Tennessee Stories: Murder in the Mountains

Scary Tennessee Stories: The Legend of Tall Betsy

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