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Christian school wins Tennessee court case challenging religious charter ban

Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name. Knox County Schools cannot block a Christian charter school application on religious grounds despite a Tennessee law banning religious charter schools, according to a federal court ruling on Friday. The narrow decision applies only to Knox County Schools and the Wilberforce Academy of Knoxville, which sued the school district last year over its application of the state law. It does not strike down Tennessee’s religious charter school ban or guarantee that Wilberforce’s application will be approved. The ruling comes amid a growing national conservative push to greenlight taxpayer-funded religious schools . Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti declined to defend the 2002 law earlier this year after publicly calling it “likely” unconstitutional , leaving Knox County Schools to face a lawsuit challenging a state law it was required to enforce. Tennessee lawmakers also loosened the state’s restrictions on religious charter schools this year, allowing religious organizations to operate charter schools as long as the schools themselves remain nonreligious. Wilberforce, however, aims to open an explicitly

Knoxville, TN · 2d

takingthekids.com

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9 Huge Secondhand Stores In East Tennessee Where Bargain Hunters Love To Shop

One antique mall on this list spreads across three floors and roughly 36,000 square feet. That is a lot of room for old lamps, dishes, and furniture with a past. I have to admit, that number made me curious right away. Another stop sells nostalgic candy alongside its antiques. A...

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6 Ingles Habits That Give Away an East Tennessean

You’re low on gas, low on groceries, and short on patience for two stops. At the Karns store in Knoxville and the Farragut store on Kingston Pike, one Ingles stop covers both. Here are the Ingles habits that give away an East Tennessean. 1. Buying Store-Brand Milk. Ingles puts...

Knoxville, TN · 1d
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Forget Ordinary Cheeseburgers, These Tennessee Spots Take Stuffed Burgers To Another Level

The best cheese on a stuffed burger is the cheese you can’t see. It sits sealed inside the beef, melting quietly until your first bite breaks the dam. Minneapolis gets credit for the famous Juicy Lucy, and two bars there still argue over who made it first. I love that a burger can start a decades-long feud.

Tennessee · 2d
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In Tennessee, an 1824 Redbrick Inn Still Serves Dinner Beside Its Fireplace

The rooms here still open with old-fashioned keys, and the building has been standing since 1824. That alone made me stop scrolling. Then I learned the restaurant downstairs has a fireplace and a courtyard terrace. This redbrick inn sits in one of the oldest towns in Tennessee. Some rooms come...

Tennessee · 1d

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This Tennessee Sweet Shop Serves Cinnamon Rolls So Huge, You Might Need Someone to Share

A cinnamon roll big enough to need a sharing plan sounds like a dare. In one small Tennessee sweet shop, that giant swirl is simply part of the everyday lineup. These rolls share the counter with homemade ice cream, specialty coffee, and a bakery case full of cookies and brownies. There’s even a drive-thru, so your sweet tooth never has to leave the comfort of the car.

Tennessee · 1d

Backyard Garden Lover

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Tennessee Grandmother's $10M Lawsuit Exposes the Risks of AI Policing

A Tennessee grandmother spent nearly six months behind bars after police linked her to bank thefts through an AI facial recognition search. She had never been to the state where the crimes happened. Now, she’s suing the police department that helped put her in jail for $10 million. Angela Lipps, 50, was arrested at gunpoint...

Fargo, ND · 2d

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Snow in WNC: School closing, mountain snowfall expected

ASHEVILLE, N.C. (828newsNOW) — Snow showers were showing up on radar across the mountains early Friday, with some of the highest peaks along the Tennessee border potentially picking up several inches before the weekend is over. And while most of the accumulation is expected to stay in the higher...

Asheville, NC · 2d

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Poll: Gov. Bill Lee leaving office with ‘strong support’; Tennesseans ‘satisfied’ with state direction

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — Outgoing Gov. Bill Lee is leaving office with continued support, according to the latest polling data. The poll, released by the Beacon Center, shows “strong support” for the governor, with 55% of people responding approving of the governor’s job performance. Only 39% of respondents disapprove, per the poll.

Tennessee · 2d

WATE

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Tennesseans overwhelmingly favor renaming Nashville International Airport for Dolly Parton, poll shows

Tennesseans are "united in support" of renaming the airport for the late Dolly Parton, according to the latest polling data.

Tennessee · 2d

Country Herald

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East Tennessee Thanksgiving Weather Alert: Rain, Snow Possible Nov. 22-28

Knoxville, TN – East Tennessee residents preparing for Thanksgiving and Black Friday travel could encounter changing weather conditions November 22-28, with rain, mountain snow and potentially freezing rain among the possibilities as the holiday period approaches.

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Proposed Tennessee bill would eliminate grocery tax on essential foods

(WCYB) — Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton is proposing a bill to eliminate the state’s grocery tax on essential items, including milk, bread and eggs. House Bill 6 aims to lower grocery costs for shoppers. Groceries are currently taxed at 4% in Tennessee, compared to the 1% grocery tax in Virginia.

Tennessee · 1d

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Big Portions, Smoky Meats, And Small Prices Make These 10 Tennessee BBQ Spots Worth Visiting

Somewhere in Tennessee, a barbecue joint piles juicy ribs right on top of a big baked potato. I read that and couldn’t stop thinking about it. Dinner and a side, stacked into one glorious heap? Sign me up. That potato is just one stop on this list. Another spot...

Memphis, TN · 1d

The Daily News Journal

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Murfreesboro area TSSAA football playoffs second-round top performers as Cannon County, Corbin Garrett shines

Following are Murfreesboro area TSSAA football players who excelled during the second round of the state playoffs : Corbin Garrett, Cannon County: Was 16-of-18 passing for 273 yards and three touchdowns in a 34-20 win over Tellico Plains in the second round of the Class 2A state playoffs. Brett Herrington, Eagleville: Had a 70-yard kickoff return for a touchdown and added nine tackles in a 29-27 loss to Greenfield in the second round of the Class 1A state playoffs. Cayden Maloney, Eagleville: Had 13 carries for 89 yards and a touchdown and added a 29-yard TD reception. Ridley Sheppard, Eagleville: Had five receptions for 88 yards and a touchdown. Alie Bangura, MTCS: Had 21 carries for 88 yards and a touchdown in a 23-13 loss to Jackson Christian in the DII-A state quarterfinals. Elijah Carter, MTCS: Had eight tackles (three for loss) and a sack. Cooper Jones, MTCS: Had 13 tackles and a forced fumble. MORE: How motivated Riverdale squad rolled into TSSAA football Class 6A quarterfinals Landry Mason, MTCS: Had 12 tackles (three for loss). Marlo Nichols, MTCS: Passed for 150 yards and a TD and added 42 yards rushing. Jacob Vaughn, Oakland: Had 14 carries for 175 yards

Cannon County, TN · 1d

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Sullivan County among localities pushing kratom compliance

SULLIVAN COUNTY, Tenn. (WCYB) — Kratom products may be found in several forms, from powders and capsules to liquid extracts and gummies. But what some consumers may view as a natural supplement has raised concerns among health experts and law enforcement officials. According to Caleb Alexander, a professor of...

Sullivan County, TN · 1d

WATE

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New bills filed ahead of 115th Tennessee General Assembly

Lawmakers have already filed new bills addressing things like punishments for the murder of child victims and Tennessee's annual sales tax holiday to a statue of Dolly Parton on the capitol grounds.

Tennessee · 1d

Knox News | The Knoxville News-Sentinel

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Spirit Christmas is open in Tennessee. What to find at the pop-up shop

If you're the kind of person who puts up your Christmas tree before Thanksgiving, here's some good news: Spirit Halloween has now transformed into Spirit Christmas . The store is a one-stop shop for all things holiday. The pop-up store with no permanent brick-and-mortar locations has a much smaller footprint than its Halloween counterpart. Spirit Christmas has just 44 locations across 15 states this season . The parent company of both stores, Spencer Spirit Holdings, opened a record number of Spirit Halloween locations in 2026, including stores in Knoxville and Nashville. Spirit Christmas has everything anyone could possibly need for the winter season, including ugly Christmas sweaters, animatronics of characters from classic Christmas movies and decor as far as the eye can see. In 2024, just eight Spirit Christmas locations opened across the Northeast. The company expanded to 30 in 2025. Here's what Tennesseans can expect to see at Spirit Christmas. Giant inflatables of Christmas movie characters available at Spirit Christmas Spirit Christmas has the typical run-of-the-mill Christmas decor, but what people might not find at other holiday stores are life-size inflatables from their favorite childhood Christmas movies. One that might prove to be a favorite this season is a

Tennessee · 1d

wvlt.tv

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WWII soldier who died as POW returns to East Tennessee 84 years later

Pvt. Lewis Bolton, identified by the Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency, will be buried Tuesday with full military honors.

Tennessee · 1d

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5 Christmas Decoration Rules That Catch Tennessee Homeowners Off Guard

Christmas lights are already showing up on some Tennessee rooflines, and the Christmas tree won’t be far behind. Getting rid of that tree in January can come with more rules than putting it up, though. Here are the Christmas decoration rules that catch Tennessee homeowners off guard. Note: This...

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