How the lighthearted social media trend of ‘teen takeovers’ took a serious turn
This article was originally published in The Chattanooga Free Press July 26, 2026 by SAFIYAH RIDDLE and COREY WILLIAMS / Associated Press When
Crime: Police: Law Enforcement
Life Style
1st Amendment/Free Expression
Chewing Gum for the Mind: Dr. Larry Burriss on Why We Should Bring Back Mindless Entertainment
OLD ENTERTAINMENT 07/27/2026 Publishers Note: Dr. Larry Burriss was one of my favorite MTSU professors. His course Free Expression is the class that
Politics
State officials mourning East TN Mayor Joe Brooks killed in motorcycle crash
State and local leaders are mourning the sudden passing of Claiborne County Mayor Joe Brooks, who died Friday night following a motorcycle accident
Faith
Leaving a Legacy
Obituaries
Remembering Smyrna’s Harold Galyon: A Life of Faith, Service, and Quiet Encouragement
Smyrna has lost one of its finest. Harold Houston Galyon, 88, passed away peacefully at home on July 21, 2026, leaving behind a
Life Style
Danielle Breezy Brings Sizzling Skies and Cajun Spice to Smyrna’s Avondale Drive!
By Mike Sparks Sizzling Skies & Cajun Flavors: WKRN’s Danielle Breezy Brings the Backyard BBQ Forecast to Smyrna “Look, there’s Happy and Lisa!”
Inspiration
“Nobody’s Seizing His Farm”: John Rich Steps In to Help Tennessee Farmer Fighting IRS Mistake
By Mike Sparks The Unwanted Refund: How Country Star John Rich Helped a Tennessee Farmer Defeat the IRS Having experienced it up close,
Military
Did You Know? The General’s Last Mission: Inside General Forrest’s Fatal B-17 Raid
Tragedy Over Kiel: The Day General Nathan Bedford Forrest III Was Shot Down By Mike Sparks On June 13, 1943, a catastrophic daylight
History
His Great-Grandfather Rode for Forrest. Now He’s Telling the Real Story at Sam Davis Home
Publisher’s Note: As a Tennessee state lawmaker, I have seen firsthand how today’s climate of political correctness can discourage open and honest dialogue.
1st Amendment/Free Expression
Politics
Republicans and Democrats Agree: The SAVE America Act Strengthens Election Integrity
Strengthening Trust in Our Elections: Why the SAVE America Act Matters WASHINGTON — Confidence in our elections is the foundation of our republic.
Faith
Pray4TN Courthouse Event: When Ordinary People Pray, God Does Extraordinary Things
The Power of Prayer: How God Uses Ordinary People for Extraordinary Purposes By Mike Sparks At a time when America stands as the