Rural Tennessee manufacturing boost: Hitachi Energy is investing $97 million to expand its Alamo facility and add 100 jobs, becoming Crockett County’s second-largest employer — find out what this means for local growth.
Google bets on nuclear: The tech giant, Kairos Power and TVA have sealed a power purchase agreement to tap 50 MW from a fourth-generation reactor set for 2030 start-up, delivering zero-emission energy to regional data centers — find out how.
Volunteer State vacation costs: A Dunhill Travel study ranks Knoxville as the cheapest major city for a four-day family trip at $4,361, while Nashville tops $5,207 — find out.
Brentwood estate heads to auction: The Owen-Primm House in Nashville—complete with a restored Greek Revival mansion, 19th-century log cabin and 6,000 + sq. ft. barn—goes up for online bids later this month, with previews starting Aug. 22 and bidding opening Aug. 25 at 9 a.m. CDT — see if you can make history.
Tennessee hummingbird migration peaks: Mid-August through early September brings peak ruby-throated numbers statewide, so brew a 4:1 sugar nectar solution and set out clean, perch-equipped feeders — find out how to welcome them.
Other Tennessee headlines this week
- Russ Ehrenfeld returns boasting NFL track record
- Powerball reaches $700M after $2M win
- Neyland Stadium goes cashless, unveils fan-focused upgrades
- Lane closures affect 21 West Tennessee counties
- Arkansas, Tennessee unveil Kings’ Crossing I-55 bridge
- Tennessee spends more on vouchers than students
