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Tennessee drivers won’t be slowed down by temporary lane closures for construction on interstates and state highways during the upcoming holiday travel period. The Tennessee Department of Transportation said the lane closure hiatus will begin Dec. 20 at noon and last through early Jan. 2. A few long-term closures will remain in place for safety …

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Dr. Harrison Yang, a Manchester doctor, appeared in federal court in Chattanooga on Friday. The 75 year-old cardiologist was charged earlier this year for writing opioid prescriptions to patients for no legitimate medical purpose. Dr. Yang pleaded guilty in August to one count of making a false statement related to a health care matter. Chattanoogan.com …

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Representatives from Ascend Federal Credit Union recently met with leaders from Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt for a check presentation. As the credit union was being honored for their $100,000 donation, Ascend CEO Caren Gabriel announced an additional commitment of $50,000 to support the hospital. “What a wonderful surprise! We are so grateful …

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The Webb School Board of Trustees in Bedford County has named Ken Cheeseman as the new head of school following a national search this fall. Cheeseman brings extensive experience and expertise with education in independent day and boarding schools, strategic planning, policy setting, admissions and fundraising. He has also served on state and regional independent …

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A Tennessee State Representative has submitted legislation which would require elementary and secondary school athletes to participate in sports based on their biological sex. In a report on Fox 17, Rep. Bruce Griffey (R-D75), submitted HB 1572 on Monday for consideration during the next session of the Tennessee General Assembly. Under the bill, any elementary …

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The Federal Communications Commission is setting up a new three-digit number to reach a suicide prevention hotline. Once it’s implemented, people will just need to dial 988 to seek help, similar to calling 911 for emergencies. Currently, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline uses a 10-digit number, 800-273-TALK (8255). Callers are routed to one of 163 …

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A U.S. Army Major assigned to the U.S. Army Cyber Command at Fort Gordon, Ga., has been charged with distribution of child pornography. Jason Michael Musgrove, 39, of Grovetown, Ga., and formerly of Manchester, Tn., was charged in U.S. District Court Monday morning in a federal criminal complaint, said Bobby L. Christine, U.S. Attorney for …

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