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Tennessee Sen. Hagerty Has Featured Role in State of the Union Sentinel Action Ad

Tennessee Senator Bill Hagerty is starring as a special guest in a nationwide ad airing on Fox News Channel tonight.…

Food Disparagement Bill in Florida Threatens Truthful Speech

Here's something that should shock you…Florida legislators, funded by contributions from Big Agriculture (including the powerful sugar lobbyists in the…

Recent Knox County, TN Arrests

Below are recent arrest mugshots from Knox County, Tennessee. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

Two Words That Were Right All Along

Decorum, Hypocrisy, and theLong Unraveling of the Affordable Care Act On the evening of September 9, 2009, a single outburst…

Political Notebook: Democrats Focus on Flipping the Fifth Congressional Districf

WILL DEMOCRATS TAKE FIVE? Democrats are making it known that they are serious about winning Tennessee's 5th Congressional District. The…

“Tennesseans Should Listen Proudly”’ Rep. Rose Releases Video Statement Ahead of SOTU

U.S. Representative John Rose released a video statement on Tuesday ahead of President Trump’s State of the Union Address set…

Leadership Changes at Nashville Department of Transportation

Nashville, TN –Nashville Department of Transportation and Multimodal Infrastructure (NDOT) Director Diana Alarcon has officially resigned, as announced by Mayor…

Video: On RT TV, TriStar Daily Publisher Steve Gill Discusses Zelensky, Ukraine

TriStar Daily Publisher Steve Gill was a guest on RT TV to discuss Zelensky and Ukraine.

VIDEO: TriStar Daily Publisher Steve Gill Joins Scottie Nell Hughes’ ‘Perspective’

TriStar Daily Publisher Steve Gill recently joined Scottie Nell Hughes’ show, “Perspective”, to discuss the latest national political headlines. https://youtu.be/agjc4jMe-qg?si=Z-qkhGzZTHPO1NGZ

Vanderbilt University Medical Center No Longer Offering Adult Transgender Surgeries.

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) has abruptly announced that it will no longer perform “gender-affirming” plastic surgeries on adult patients,…

Bill Gates Invests and Increases Influence on Tennessee Energy and Education Policies

In a landscape increasingly defined by innovation and sustainability, Tennessee is positioning itself as a formidable player in the realm…

Student Discipline Remains a Challenge

The issue of student discipline remains a pressing concern in our educational landscape, affecting teachers, students, and the overall effectiveness…

Video: Nashville Electric Service Scrutinized by Panel Including TriStar Daily Publisher Steve Gill

Fox 17 Nashville had TriStar Daily Publisher Steve Gill on as a guest to discuss Nashville Electric Services’ response to…

Clint Black Continues His “Back On The Blacktop Tour” in 2026

After celebrating 35 years as a Grand Ole Opry Member in January of 2026, Clint Black continued his successful Back On…

Political Notebook: NES Bumps Up Lobbying and Communications Efforts

In the wake of the Nashville Electric Service (NES) team’s completely inept handling of both the ice storm and communications…

Former Governor Bredesen to Lead Review of NES/Nashville Response to January Ice Storm

Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell has named members of a commission to investigate preparedness, response, and communication related to the winter…

Political News

Political Notebook: ‘Meet Me In The Lobby’

Despite consistent polling showing that taxpayers overwhelmingly oppose their tax dollars being used to pay lobbyists, usually Democrats, to influence…

Former GOP Congressman Duncan’s Son Seeks Political Comeback Years After Felony Conviction Expunged

Former Knox County Trustee John Duncan III is running for Knox County Clerk in 2026, making a return to politics…

Senator Hagerty Files FCC Complaint Over Verizon Sharing His Private Phone Info in Arctic Frost Probs

Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn) has filed a complaint with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) alleging Verizon unlawfully disclosed his private…

Show Me the Money: Candidates for Williamson County Mayor Report Fundraising Totals

With longtime Williamson County Mayor Rogers Anderson choosing not to seek reelection, voters will choose someone to succeed him for…

Ogles Requests Congressional Probe Of NFL, NBC Over Vulgar Halftime Show

Congressman Andy Ogles (TN-05) is requesting that the Energy and Commerce Committee launch a formal congressional inquiry into the National…

POLITICAL NOTEBOOK: Day Late and Millions of Dollars Short

TREE-HUGGING MISINFORMATION CONTINUES FROM NES! Nashville Electric Service (NES) is facing continuing scrutiny and political pressure over its tree-trimming practices…

Videos

Business News

Historic Nashville Broadway Venue Acme May Close Thanks to Massive Property Tax Increase

Famed Nashville restaurant entrepreneur Tom Morales, who helped preserve the Loveless Cafe, the historic downtown Woolworth building, and the iconic…

Buckle Up! Tennessee Gasoline Prices Among the Lowest in the Country

Gas prices dropped six cents over last week, making Tennessee the ninth cheapest market in the United States, according to…

X Marks The Spot: Will Elon’s X Replace The Mainstream Media For Live Coverage?

Foreign leaders who observed the planning, precision and expertise of the U.S. military operation that successfully and cleanly penetrated Venezuelan…

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…

Education News

Nashville Charter School Dispute Sparks National Debate on Faith and Public Education

In Nashville, a first-grade teacher, Eric Rivera at KIPP Antioch College Prep Elementary,  a charter school, is at the center…

UT’s Institute of American Civics To Expand Tennessee Civics Academy Statewide

This story is directly from the University of Tennessee - Knoxville. The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Institute of American Civics will expand…

Request to Delay the TCAP Testing Schedule

Nashville, TN — Professional Educators of Tennessee has sent an open letter to State Commissioner of Education Lizzette Reynolds regarding…

University of Tennessee Honors Program Ranks Top 10 Nationally

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s University Honors program has been ranked among the nation’s top honors colleges,…

Entertainment News

Why Why Catherine O’Hara’s Death Touched Gen X and Millennials More Than Most Celebrity Losses

In the wake of the death of actress Catherine O'Hara, thousands of tributes were created by her fans and former…

Ana Cristina Cash Releases ‘The Sunshine State’

Country-pop vocalist Ana Cristina Cash releases her bilingual album, ‘The Sunshine State,’ with a diverse collection of songs that will…

Music Spotlight: Stella Prince

Stella Prince is a Gen Z folksinger who hits all the right notes in the songs she writes and covers.…

EPIC: Elvis Presley In Concert Movie Coming Soon

During the week of Elvis' birthday this year, I was fortunate to tour Graceland and attend the US premiere of EPiC: Elvis…

Illegal Immigration News

NES Provided Generators to Anti-Ice Activist Group That Delivered Them to Illegal Aliens

A significant portion of the hundreds of emergency generators donated to NES by Elon Musk, Tractor Supply, and others were…

Tennessee District Attorneys Release Annual Immigration Report Revealing Violent Crime Stats

In compliance with state law, Tennessee's District Attorneys released their 2025 Immigration Report detailing crime statistics from people "not lawfully…

Opinion / Editorial

The Delicate Balance of Free Speech in High Schools

The Supreme Court has clarified the First Amendment rights of high school students through four significant cases. These rulings illustrate…

Rubio to Europe: “Rebuild the West”

The most important speech by a Secretary of State in my lifetime was delivered on Valentine’s Day this year of…

Can Tennessee Balance Freedom and Accountability?

In the circus often referred to as Tennessee politics, last week Governor Bill Lee took to the center ring with…

Opinion: Going to Pot; The Laboratories of Democracy Blew Up With Pot Experiments

OP-ED by Clayton Wood As a constitutional conservative, I cannot count the number of times people have assumed I must…

The Cookie Tray and the Census

By: Clayton Wood, Contributing Writer Yesterday I enjoyed a great day skiing with friends. It was a gift of a…

A Tech-Tastrophe in Our Schools?

In an age where entertainment, information, and connectivity are just a fingertip away, we navigate a digital landscape that looks…

Crime News

Recent Knox County, TN Arrests

Below are recent arrest mugshots from Knox County, Tennessee. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

Memphis Man Convicted of Threatening to Kill Federal Prosecutors, Judge

Justin Deshun Stiger, 33, of Memphis, was found guilty of issuing the threats, according to U.S. Attorney for the Middle…

Sports News

Tennessee-Based Sports Sports Betting Site Action 24/7 Ceasing Operations

Tennessee Action 24/7 LLC, Tennessee's only locally owned and operated licensed sportsbook, has announced that it will cease operations. "Despite…

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…

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…

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