Buc-ee’s set to break ground in Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Murfreesboro “will be a welcome pit stop for folks traveling to and from Nashville and Atlanta and the Gulf Coast.” | Shutterstock Buc-ee’s Ltd. will break ground on a new travel center in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, on Oct. 14. Located at...

Tracey McKnight’s mission to protect hearts in West Tennessee

FROM WEST TENNESSEE HEALTHCARE: #BeTheGood: Tracey McKnight’s Mission to Protect Hearts in West Tennessee When you meet Tracey McKnight, it doesn’t take long to see her heart for others. For more than three decades, she has been part of the West...

World’s largest cult-favorite convenience store set to open new ‘mega travel center’ location

ANOTHER convenience store and gas station is hitting a popular U.S. state. Buc-ee's, known for its large stores, clean bathrooms, fresh Texas barbeque and Beaver Nuggets, is set to open a new location in Wisconsin, according to local reports. 3...

15 Underrated Places to Travel in the U.S. This December

Popular holiday spots get most of the attention in December, but that often means high prices, heavy crowds, and long travel days. There are plenty of lesser-known places across the U.S. that are worth visiting, and they don’t cost a fortune. If...

Federal government shutdown's impact on services in the Tennessee Valley

Changes may or may not be coming to some federal services in the Tennessee Valley and the surrounding area as the government shutdown continues on Thursday. Here are the latest updates on the federal services offered locally: Social Security The...

How much house does $500,000 buy you in Jackson, Tennessee?

How much house does $500,000 buy you in Jackson, Tennessee? Back in 2014, spending $500,000 on a house was generally reserved for high earners. The typical U.S. home sold for $159,000, while starter homes averaged just $101,000. Fast-forward to...

The Epic 3-Mile Trail in Cherokee National Forest That’s Worth the Climb

I don't need a reason to go hiking, but if I am going, I'd always prefer to see the mountains. Don't get me wrong—I love Tennessee's waterfall trails and peaceful lake loops. But there's nothing that motivates me to lace up my hiking boots more...

Immersive Halloween experiences in Tennessee for spooky season

The crisp fall air echoes with the stories of Tennessee’s haunted past, in historic prisons, hotels, theatres, caves and on walking tours. Add these immersive Halloween experiences to your spooky season bucket list. For additional inspiration, if...

Tennessee State Parks unveils new accessible paddling launches at three popular locations

Tennessee State Parks has added three new accessible paddling launches, making it easier for visitors with disabilities or limited mobility to get on the water. The launches opened at Reelfoot Lake, Indian Mountain, and Warriors’ Path state parks,...

Memphis Tourism reacts to closing of downtown hotel

Memphis Safe Task Force arrests 53, seizes 20 illegal firearms in 48 hours, per AG Bondi

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) - The Memphis Safe Task Force arrested 53 individuals and seized 20 illegal firearms, U.S. Attorney General Pamela Bondi announced on Wednesday. This comes after Bondi said on X Tuesday morning, nine arrests were made and two...

Chattanooga summit highlights how social media, content creators have boosted tourism

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — A summit in Chattanooga Wednesday highlighted how social media and viral content creators have helped bring thousands of dollars in tourism to the Scenic City. Nashville natives Austin Bever and Colin Cooper told hundreds of...

Brave the ‘Tennessee Trail of Terror’ with these 5 spooky stops

October is here, and that means spine-tingling screenings, haunted house adventures and chilling Halloween decorations that ooze creepiness and send shivers down your spine at every turn. But what if it weren't just surface-level spooky stories...

Nashville International Airport launches new app to assist passengers with airport navigation

Nashville International Airport (BNA) has launched an indoor navigation platform, GoodMaps, in a move to make the airport more accessible and inclusive for its passengers. Although designed to assist all travelers, it is especially useful for...

TOURISE Awards unveils shortlist of world-leading destinations

The shortlist for the inaugural TOURISE Awards has been revealed, putting the spotlight on destinations that are rewriting the rules of travel. It showcases places that redefine travel norms, ranging from entertainment hubs to shopping districts....

WATCH | Hot Springs tourism hits 9.7 million visitors, $1.1 billion spending mark in 2024

Hot Springs saw a 4.3% increase in visitors in 2024 compared to 2022, the last time Longwoods International did a tourism report for the city. There were 9.7 million visitors in 2024 with nearly two-thirds, 6 million, of the visitors making day...

Manhattan Project park pumps tourism dollars into Tri-Cities

The unit of the Manhattan Project National Historical Park based at the Hanford site brought nearly 20,000 visitors and pumped hundreds of thousands of tourism dollars into the Tri-Cities in 2024. The National Park Service detailed the financial...

'We're here to back you up': Bondi, Hegseth visit Memphis Safe Task Force Center

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Attorney General Pam Bondi, and White House Homeland Security Adviser Stephen Miller will travel to Memphis, Tennessee, for a meeting with state and local officials to address crime in the city. Show more Show less

Aggies need the sound of whistles to fade away or go on vacation

Elko doesn’t have an acceptable number of penalties per game the team could live with. “You kind of evaluate each penalty as you look at it,” said Elko, adding that he was good with only two of the penalties committed in the Auburn game. “So,...

Brilliant! CNN Photobombed in Memphis Live Shot, Forcing Reporter to Destroy Dem Crime Narrative

Brilliant move by a patriot down in Memphis who photobombed a CNN live shot about President Donald Trump's efforts to crack down on crime in the blue city, forcing the reporter to destroy another Democrat narrative, noting that residents do want...