Tuesday, March 31, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 2011, country music artist Mel McDaniel died in Hendersonville. McDaniel was a Grand Ole Opry member known for hits like Louisiana Saturday Night and Big Ole Brew.

An Illinois couple made national headlines after choosing to host their wedding at an unconventional (but very convenient) Sevierville spot. See details below.

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Possible Heat Dome, Warm Spring Ahead

Tennessee is in line for a warmer-than-normal spring, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's newly released outlook.

The shift follows a winter of severe storms, tornadoes, and heavy rain, with forecasters warning of another round of unpredictable weather.

A potential heat dome, which is a high-pressure system that traps heat and limits cloud cover, could push temperatures higher if it expands east.

Community Rallies After Bus Tragedy

Clarksville neighbors are stepping up to offer support and resources to the families of children injured or killed in a fatal school bus crash last week.

Two Kenwood Middle School students were killed and perhaps as many as 20 others injured on Friday when a school bus crashed head-on with a dump truck in Carroll County.

In the chaotic aftermath, two parents following the bus on the road jumped in to pull children from the wreckage before they knew their own daughter was safe.

Others in the community are now working to support the affected families, launching fundraisers to cover medical bills, travel, and recovery costs for those injured.

Couple Ties the Knot at Buc-ee's

A couple from Illinois got married on Sunday at a Buc-ee’s in Sevierville, turning an offhand joke into a three-minute Smoky Mountains ceremony.

The bride called the decision “on-brand” for their relationship and love of road trips, since the couple frequently stopped at Buc-ees during their travels.

The couple posted online looking for an officiant and received hundreds of offers, including comedians and a ventriloquist, before choosing a local firefighter to lead the service.

Surrounded by curious customers, the pair exchanged vows beside the store’s iconic beaver statue, drawing cheers, photos, and plenty of smiles.

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➤ Statewide: Researchers at East Tennessee State University launched an interactive dashboard tracking quality-of-life data across all 95 counties. (More)

➤ Memphis: Six protesters were detained and three charged after a disturbance during a No Kings demonstration. Police say marchers blocked traffic and officers used pepper spray. (See Details)

➤ Fentress County: Surveillance video shows a former sheriff walking into his own jail to be booked after an indictment tied to alleged falsified training records. (See Video)

➤ Chattanooga: More than 3,000 runners took part in the annual Chattanooga Marathon Weekend, featuring multiple races that showcased the city. (More)

➤ Nashville: The city’s main public library has reopened after a nine-month closure caused by smoke damage from a nearby garage fire. The adjacent parking garage remains closed. (More)

➤ Tennessee baseball catcher Stone Lawless was hospitalized after taking a pitch to the face against Vanderbilt on Sunday. The school says he’s alert and coherent but is being evaluated for a facial injury. (More)

➤ Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells is having toe surgery that will end his season. That’s now six players the Grizzlies have lost to season-ending injuries this year. (More)

➤ Tennessee basketball assistant head coach Justin Gainey is leaving Rick Barnes’ staff after five seasons to become head coach at his alma mater, NC State. (More)

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➤ Construction has begun on the first Buc-ee's in West Tennessee. Crews are clearing land in Gallaway for a location now expected to open in May 2027. (More)

➤ A North Nashville ZIP code covering MetroCenter led the nation in per-capita moves in February. The area is a hot spot for new development and corporate relocations. (More)

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➤ An East Nashville woman known for helping homeless neighbors and caring for animals has been named a national finalist for a community hero award. (See Story)

➤ A murder mystery dinner theater titled Who Shot the Sheriff? is coming to Kingsport next week, inviting audiences to solve a Wild West whodunit. (See Details)

➤ Jackson veterans were honored on National Vietnam Veterans Day with a ceremony featuring lapel pins, certificates, and community support. (See Photos)

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